Archive for July, 2008
QuantumSphere Nano NiFe Electrodes Accelerate Production of Clean Hydrogen
QuantumSphere, Inc., a leading developer of advanced catalyst materials, electrode systems, and related technologies for portable power and clean-energy applications, today announced elec… Free news widgets on Feedzilla – Mattresses [Read More]
Forest Carbon Markets: Potential and Drawbacks
Functional carbon markets also require cost-effective practices to verify carbon sequestration. Current measurement and monitoring practices are costly and have several implementation challenges. Another concern is that, … [Read More]
Gore's carbon-free challenge includes carbon sequestration
I have mixed feelings about carbon sequestration. On the one hand, it might occupy the political sweet spot of requiring the least amount of change in power sources in order to eliminate carbon. Instead of needing sufficient political … [Read More]
Amazon River enhances diazotrophy and carbon sequestration in the …
Here, we report that the Amazon River plume supports N2 fixation far from the mouth and provides important pathways for sequestration of atmospheric CO2 in the western tropical North Atlantic (WTNA). … [Read More]
Brush, Water, Grass and Carbon Sequestration
One of the reasons the grassland has been overrun is fire suppression practices. The article discusses the concept that allowing the brush to remain is a method for sequestering carbon in an effort to combat “global warming.” [Read More]
Rising Fuel Prices Hit Transit Riders
Think riding the bus makes you immune to rising fuel prices? Think again. Transit systems are getting hit hard, and they’re raising fares to make up for it. [Read More]
5 Vulnerable Nodes in the Global Energy Network
National-security simulations show that a small disruption in oil supply — caused by an accident or terrorist attack — could cause oil prices to spike past $250, sending the world economy into crisis. Here are five key nodes in the energy infrastructure that [Read More]
Aviation Takes Its Woes to Capitol Hill
The airline industry, battered by record oil prices, goes hat-in-hand to Washington to ask lawmakers and the president to help it dig out of the mess. [Read More]
From Zero to Zero Emissions in 2.9 Seconds
An eco-conscious motorcycle fanatic hopes to bring a touch of green to the Isle of Man TT next year with what he calls the world’s first high-speed zero-emissions grand prix. [Read More]
If You Wanna Sell Plug-In Hybrids, You Gotta Make ‘Em Sexy
Plug-ins may be our best chance to save the planet, but many consumers aren’t convinced. Automakers need to sell buyers on the technology — and amp up the cars’ sex appeal. [Read More]
McCain Announces His Running Mate — The Chevy Volt
The Chevrolet Volt has become the most important political accessory since the flag lapel pin, and Sen. John McCain is all but promising to put one in your driveway. [Read More]
Rising Gas Prices Could Cure Obesity
An economist suggests rising fuel prices could help a nation that grew fat on cheap gas slim down as people shun cars in favor of walking, biking and riding mass transit. [Read More]
Hurry Up and Wait for Clean Jet Fuel
The commercial-aviation industry scrambles to find alternatives to jet fuel, which is hitting record prices. Algal fuels are promising, but so far from viability that the industry is looking at quicker — and dirtier — alternatives to petroleum, like tar sands. [Read More]
Bus Ridership Explodes in the Hinterlands
Even in small-town America, people are leaving the car at home and taking the bus. But with ridership rising alongside fuel prices, some mass transit systems are having to raise fares or cut service to make a buck. [Read More]
No Mocha For Me, Thanks. I’ve Gotta Buy Gas
Pity the poor barrista, alone with his espresso machine because people are giving up caramel jambachinos to pay for gas. They’re also giving up DVDs, ballgames and eating out. [Read More]
