In August of 2006, an unknown Irish company called Steorn took out a full-page ad in The Economist to announce that they had created a magnetic technology that produced more energy than it used- essentially, a perpetual motion machine, the Holy Grail of energy.
Alternative Energy
Growth on the Smart Grid Frontier
The business of creating smart grid infrastructure- new electrical transmission systems that can monitor flow and incorporate solar and wind power- is growing, and companies are competing for attention. This report reviews the most important players.
Seeking Alpha
$1/Gallon Gas Consumption Tax Proposal
In this Mercury News Op-Ed, San Jose State University Professor Larry Gerston proposes this bold tax for mass transit and alternative energy programs. It yields $175 billion annually and creates green jobs, enabling us to determine our destiny.
Mercury News
Hard Times for Alternative Energy
The global economic crisis and rapidly dropping oil prices are spelling trouble for the alternative energy sector.
Globe and Mail
Oil Price Plunge Dampens Green Technology
The new 'oil shock' is one of plummeting oil prices and its effect on alternative technologies and energy. Combined with the credit crisis, the fallout in some green technologies is shown by difficulties in attracting capital and customers.
The Washington Post
Small Wind Turbines Become Popular, But Experts Question Their Value
Small wind turbines have been installed around the country, from Logan Airport in Boston to rooftops in New York and California. But many wonder if the turbines generate enough electricity to make economic sense, especially in urban areas.
The New York Times
Solar Home Overshadowed by New Construction: Is There a 'Right to Light'?
Planners in Saskatchewan, Canada encouraged the Schewes to build solar panels on their roof and go off the grid. Then they okayed a home next door that overshadowed the Schewes. Do homeowners have a 'right to light'?
Canwest News Service
Weird Energy Sources Debunked
One of the hosts of Mythbusters turns his eye on new ideas for energy sources, from grape juice to used tires.
Mother Jones
Sweden Creates Sewage-Powered Cars, But Auto Industry Lags Behind
Household sewage is currently fueling cars in Sweden, and has for years. But Swedish industry has given up on the idea, investing in ethanol-based gasoline.
International Herald Tribune
Harvesting the Wind on the Open Ocean
Offshore drilling company StatoilHydro is finding a new way to get energy at sea- with large-scale wind turbines.
Energy Business Review
Tribe Plans Wind Power Plant in Arizona
The Navajo Nation has announced plans to build wind turbines and generate electricity in the windy high mesas of Northern Arizona.
The Arizona Republic
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Learn about the Obama Economic Development Stimulus
International Economic Development Council
Jan 09, 2009
How Will Changes in the Auto Industry Affect Your Community or Organization?
Anderson Economic Group, LLC
Jan 08, 2009
ULI's "Changing Metropolitan America" Outlines the Critical Role Infrastructure Plays in Keeping America Competitive
Urban Land Institute
Jan 08, 2009
Jan. 25th: Reading/Book Signing of Planetizen's Book for Kids
Planetizen
Jan 07, 2009
How Can Your Community Support Small Businesses in Tough Economic Times?
International Economic Development Council
Jan 07, 2009
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro)
Metro
Jan 06, 2009
New Partners for Smart Growth Conference Kicks Off 2009 in the Land of Enchantment
Local Government Commission
Jan 05, 2009
APA Technology Division Elections-Nominations Due Jan. 16th
Technology Division of the American Planning Association
Jan 05, 2009
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