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Fossil fuel subsidies must end, says OECD
The OECD is renewing its calls to end fossil fuel subsidies should end in a statement yesterday to help cut greenhouse gas emissions and combat global warming.
US halts sale of inefficient heat pumps and air conditioners
The US Department of Energy has ordered three manufacturers to stop sales of 61 models of heat pump and one air conditioner for failing to meet energy efficiency standards.
EPA launches Energy Star label for data centres
The US Environmental Protection Agency has launched an Energy Star label for the best performing data centres.
US expands energy efficiency and weatherisation training centres
The US Department of Energy is investing $29 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds to expand energy efficiency and weatherisation training centres across the country.
US presses ahead with nuclear power
In two recent announcements, the US Secretary of Energy Steven Chu has signalled the Administration’s new-found support for nuclear power.
US President orders fuel efficiency standards for trucks
US President Barack Obama signed a memorandum on Friday directing the Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Transportation to set standards to improve the fuel efficiency of medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Grid can handle increase in renewables, says NREL
The US grid can handle an increase in wind and solar power without extensive additional infrastructure, according to a study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
EPA sets thresholds for largest greenhouse gas emitters
The US Environmental Protection Agency last week set its final rules on greenhouse gas emissions from power stations and large industrial facilities.
New funds for wave energy projects in Oregon
Oregon Wave Energy Trust, a non-profit public-private partnership supported by the Oregon Innovation Council, is launching a $500,000 grant programme for wave energy projects.
US climate change bill does little for energy efficiency
The long-awaited latest – and perhaps final – draft of the US energy and climate change bill was unveiled yesterday by Senators John Kerry and Joe Lieberman.