Green Houses
Snowe, Feinstein Tax Credit to Improve Energy Efficiency, Save Money and Reduce Pollution
October 20, 2008 Posted by California RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON D.C. - October 20, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Natural Resources Defense Council released a report last week applauding the Congressional passage of significant tax credit provisions introduced by U.S. Senators Olympia J. Snowe (R-Maine) and Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) within the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 that will encourage energy efficient technology and […]
Homeowners can use funds for solar, wind, other renewable energy projects
October 16, 2008 Posted by Minnesota Real Estate
Saint Paul, MN - October 16, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pawlenty announced today that $10 million is now available for micro-energy and conservation home improvement loans to help Minnesotans save on energy costs.
Fairgoers can dispose of household items at Green Fair
October 15, 2008 Posted by Florida RealEstateRama
TAVARES, FL - October 15, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — While the 60 exhibitors at the free Lake County Green Fair, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wooton Park in Tavares, will share with fairgoers a wealth of environmental information, the Fair will also provide an opportunity to dispose of […]
Governor Culver Announces Green Iowa Americorps Program To Help Rebuild A Greener Iowa
October 10, 2008 Posted by Iowa RealEstateRama
DES MOINES, IA - October 10, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Chet Culver announced today the launch of 56 AmeriCorps positions in the new “Green Iowa” initiative. The mission of this new program is to assess energy saving needs in communities and provide energy-saving education and service through community outreach.
Michigan Requires 10% Renewable Electricity by 2015
October 8, 2008 Posted by Michigan Real Estate
October 08, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm approved an energy package on October 6 that includes a requirement for 10% of the state’s electricity to come from renewable energy sources by 2015.
DOE Awards $15 Million in Technical Assistance to Support Major Retailers, Financial Institutions and Real Estate Firms to Adopt Energy-Efficient Technologies
September 30, 2008 Posted by RealEstateRama
Awards Encourage Adoption of Energy-Saving Technologies for New Construction and Retrofits in Commercial Buildings
WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 30, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the first phase of awards, valued at $15 million, for the Net-Zero Energy Commercial Building Initiative (CBI).
EPA Powers Up Contaminated Sites into Renewable Energy
September 26, 2008 Posted by RealEstateRama
Washington, D.C. - September 26, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — In a novel approach to return land to productive use, EPA has identified thousands of properties that could potentially host solar, wind or biomass energy production facilities. EPA pinpointed these energy assets using Google Earth and has listed each property’s attributes for energy redevelopment.
CALIFORNIA ADOPTS GROUNDBREAKING LONG TERM ENERGY EFFICIENCY STRATEGIC PLAN AS ROADMAP TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM SAVINGS
September 25, 2008 Posted by California RealEstateRama
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - September 25, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) —The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today adopted California’s first Long Term Energy Efficiency Strategic Plan, presenting a single roadmap to achieve maximum energy savings across all major groups and sectors in California.
DOE Funds 15 New Projects to Develop Solar Power Storage and Heat Transfer Projects For Up to $67.6 Million
September 25, 2008 Posted by RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON - September 25, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced selections for negotiations of award under the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), Advanced Heat Transfer Fluids and Novel Thermal Storage Concepts for Concentrating Solar Power Generation. These 15 new projects, for up to approximately $67.6 million, will facilitate the development of […]
Phoenix Residents Can Learn How to “Green” Their Homes and Neighborhoods
September 19, 2008 Posted by Arizona Real Estate
September 19, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Have you ever wondered what happens to your garbage once it’s picked up by the city? Do you know what kind of trees to plant at your home and where?