As the demand for sustainable building continues to grow, private-sector innovators and entrepreneurs are responding by developing environmentally-friendly ways to build our cities and necessary infrastructure.
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An Oil Export Ban Would Backfire, Warn Experts
As Biden scrambles to keep energy from rising, some have suggested that his administration consider banning crude oil exports. Doing so would be misguided and impose more economic harm on American families by curtailing supply and driving prices at the pump higher.
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Geothermal’s Role in Reducing Carbon Emissions
The innovations and growth of the geothermal heating sector promise ever-new and cost-effective ways of reducing emissions.
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A major homebuilder tests the market for climate-conscious homes
"The houses, replete with everything from solar panels to heat pumps, will range from $490,000 to $600,000, and are designed to create 'a redundant power system,' Bridleman said. KB’s partners on the project include Schneider Electric, Kia, the Advanced Power and Energy Program at UC Irvine, Southern California Edison, SunPower, and the Department of Energy, which provided a $6.5 million grant to the project."
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How Three Companies are Combating Water Stress and Water Scarcity
With the need to address water scarcity becoming prevalent, private sector leaders are stepping up to offer long-term solutions.
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Top 10: Leading Carbon Capture Companies
"What once seemed like a pipeline dream is slowly but surely turning into a sustainable reality - significant investments by major carbon capture companies have resulted in cheaper technologies, offering a promising future for both companies and technology in carbon capture projects. This presents new opportunities to tackle climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which is crucial in achieving net-zero emissions."
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Bridgestone debuts tire made with 75% recycled and renewable materials
James Murray of GreenBiz reports on Bridgestone’s release of its new tire which is made with 75% recycled and renewable materials. “The tire is the first street tire to be made using rubber derived from the guayule plant, the subject of a $100 million R&D program from Bridgestone over the past decade. The company said the plant...
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This Farm In Kenya Will Host the World’s First Ever Green Hydrogen-to-Fertilizer Plant
Talus offers a sustainable, low-cost ammonia alternative that will save farmers money and help the agricultural industry reduce its emissions.
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Economic and Environmental Lessons from Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago is highlighting the importance of using many different sources of energy instead of having the government pick a winner. Over time, that will allow the most efficient sources to grow in a competitive market.
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Texas could be poised to lead in carbon capture technology
"‘There's just a massive opportunity in the state, and policy makers are open to the discussions right now. The companies involved in the space are also feeling pressure from the investment community and consumers.’"
