Category Archives: Green Flashes
Township sets the size of a renewable energy system for homeowners.
A groundbreaking ordinance recently passed in Monroe Township, New Jersey that sets parameters around the size of a renewable energy system a homeowner can install on their property. Specifically, the ordinance establishes guidelines to appropriately size a renewable energy system … Continue reading
Germany has leaning on renewable energy resources.
In the face of shutting down its nuclear energy generation facilities, Germany has leaned on renewable energy resources to meets its electricity needs. In 2012, renewable energy was responsible for nearly one-quarter of the country’s electricity generation and the country … Continue reading
Retail giant, Walmart, recently announced a reduction
Retail giant, Walmart, recently announced that it reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% from 2005, thereby reaching its target 1 year ahead of schedule. A major part of the company’s success is its use of renewable energy, including extensive … Continue reading
Electricity production from wind hit an historic high
In 2012, electricity production from wind hit an historic high, up 17 percent from the previous year and accounting for 42% of new electric generation capacity. This growth is thought to be in response to the Production Tax Credit, which … Continue reading
An article from Carlisle SynTec
An article discounting the benefits of cool roofs in cooler climates was issued by Carlisle SynTec. It suggests that bad science has mislead building owners about the benefits of cool roofing in certain locations. The article focuses on white membrane … Continue reading
A report by the Michigan Public Service Commission
A report released by the Michigan Public Service Commission finds that renewable energy incentives are driving investments in green energy and consequently boosting the state’s economic well being. Renewable energy in Michigan is largely driven by a state renewable energy … Continue reading
Report from World Wildlife Federal European Policy Office
According to a recent report released by the World Wildlife Federal European Policy Office, the European Union (EU) could reduce energy use by 30% and generate nearly half of its energy from renewable sources by as early as 2030 with … Continue reading
A report on aggressive investments in energy efficiency
A report co-authored by the Alliance Commission on National Energy Efficiency Policy and Federal Senator Mark Warner (Democrat – Virginia) finds that aggressive investments in energy efficiency promises to save business $169 billion a year on their energy bills by … Continue reading
Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) announced
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) announced this week that it wants to reduce the cap on carbon emissions by 45 percent in 2014. RGGI is an organization representing the interests of 9 Northeastern U.S. states that collectively limit and … Continue reading
Research by McGraw Hill Construction
Research by McGraw Hill Construction demonstrates strong growth in green education projects in K-12 and higher education institutions. Over 80% of contractors interviewed have done new or major renovation green school projects in the last three years, and 79% have … Continue reading