Finding creative solutions to reduce carbon emission can sometimes mean combining ideas.
Algaeus, a plug-in hybrid car that uses 5%
algae based bio fuel is now on a cross country
roadtrip. The car is expected to get a reasonable 150 miles per gallon on the trip.
Excel Energy
and the city of Boulder, CO have combined forces to make Boulder the
first fully functioning smart grid enabled city in the world. The
residents of Boulder that signed up for
"Smart Grid City" now have
energy use information from in-home energy management devices.
By adding
green features to foreclosed homes
in Phoenix that are close to a light rail line, a couple of real estate
investors are hoping to attract home owners interested in saving money
on their utility and water bills as well as reduce their carbon
footprints. In Vermont and California, real estate developers are
creating
communities around organic farms. Benefits to residents include wholesome produce, permanent views, activities for children, walking and riding trails.
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