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US Senator introduces rooftop solar energy initiative
US Senator for Vermont Bernie Sanders has introduced legislation aimed at supporting the installation of over 10 million rooftop solar systems over the next decade.
Strong wind growth in China, US and Europe bucks predictions
The world’s wind power capacity grew by nearly a third in 2009, taking total installations to 157.9 GW with China leading the way, according to the Global Wind Energy Council.
EPA adds land use change into biofuel sustainability standards
Earlier this week, US President Barack Obama confirmed new initiatives to drive biofuels and clean coal, including an updated a renewable fuels standard increasing the amount used for transportation.
55 nations pledge to cut emissions under Copenhagen Accord
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Secretariat has confirmed that 55 nations have pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions under the Copenhagen Accord.
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US city of Seattle to target energy-wasting buildings
The US city of Seattle is introducing new rules to help identify and target energy inefficient buildings as part of plans to reduce energy consumption by 20%.
US takes steps to boost biofuels and clean coal
The US Administration is taking steps to boost the development of biofuels and clean coal.
US agencies join forces to improve energy efficiency
The US Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy are joining forces to improve the energy efficiency of homes, offices, buildings and industry by 2020.
Obama 2011 budget request backs energy efficiency
US President Barack Obama’s budget request for next year, despite having to deal with a deficit of $1.3 trillion, will boost investment in energy efficiency and nuclear power.
Smart grid could cut US emissions by 12%
Deploying a smart electricity grid across the board in the US could reduce usage and cut emissions by at least 12% by 2030, according to a new report.
Massachusetts sets standards to improve energy efficiency
The US state of Massachusetts has unveiled new targets to improve energy efficiency that aim to cut electricity use 2.4% and gas use 1.1.5%.