The link between energy production on federal lands and conservation funding is one that can advance America’s economic, energy security, and environmental objectives.
Innovation is Reducing and Repurposing Construction Waste
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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."
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...
Barrasso nuclear bill latest GOP effort to boost uranium mining
"The legislation is designed to spur the development of advanced nuclear reactors, which though not yet commercially viable, are expected to be smaller and more scalable as well as safer."
The $2 Million Coal Mine That Might Hold a $37 Billion Treasure
"The U.S. consumed an annual average of 8,300 metric tons of rare-earth oxides in recent years, according to estimates from the U.S. Geological Survey. Ramaco and its third-party consultant estimate there are as much as around 1.1 million metric tons of rare-earth oxides in just over a quarter of the nearly 16,000 acres of land that comprise the site."