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Tesla now for sale in its Los Angeles store

A Tesla store is now open. It is the first of its kind. The next store is planned in Northern California. Watch a Jay Leno video and a bonus one too.

Green Jobs Newsletter

Five Stories: What they are. How to get them. Green Education. Government. Case Study. Must read for anyone looking for a job.

[MSNBC] Analyst caused gas price spike

Oil spiking daily, particularly as expert analyst predicts $200 oil within two years.

Power from rivers

In depth interview with maker of turbine that can extrace a tremendous amount of energy from flowing rivers.

[Video] Hydrogen, demystified, an in-depth interview

Honda is launching a hydrogen car. But there are many skeptics. What is going on? We interviewed the National Hydrogen Association. Includes Jay Leno video.

Low cost Gasoline from vegetation coming

Vegetation that produces Gasoline directly. No need for ethanol. Really? Better: corn not needed. Read extensive interview with Virent's CEO.

[MSNBC] $5.00 a gallon next year - Jim Cramer

Jim Cramer of Mad Money warns that gas will go to $5.00 spring 2009 and that it will hurt lots of businesses.

[CNBC] Nissan CEO pushes Hydrogen

Carlos Ghosn says by 2012 everyone will have access to electric vehicles and strong momentum for hydrogen, zero-emission, fuel cell vehicles.

[Video] Project Better Place Interview

Interview with first investor and current Head of Oil Independence Policies. Now this unique business model is being rewarded with enormous tax subsidies.

[Video] Record prices; People changing behavior

People are responding to record gas prices by changing behavior. See suggestions on how to save on fuel.

[Video] Climate talks: Bush plan 'losership'

In an attempt to avoid battle with Congress, President Bush announced a new policy ? now international ramifications?

[MSNBC] Green Shopping for the Office

MSNBC ran a quick report on easy ways to save energy in the office

[Video] Interview with Cellulosic Ethanol Leader

Interiew with cellulosic ethanol leader, Zeachem, reveals technology has been proven to make non-food ethanol, but will there be enough supply to dent imports?

[Video] Interview with Geothermal Leader

Interview with geothermal leader, Ormat, reveals the strong value of producing energy around the clock without concern about wind or sun.

[Video] "Fields of Fuel" Sparks Interest

Fields of Fuel will screen at the Beverly Hills Film Festival in California 4/11. Fields of Fuel is director Josh Tickell?s about the failings of America?s energy policy.

April 2008 eNewsletter

Range of stories from Norway to Kansas. From ports to McCain. From solar to carbon. Nicely summarized by David Kates.

Oil Executives Testify on Capitol Hill

There is more to come but MSNBC starts coverage of contentious testimony on Capitol Hill by top oil company executives.

Premiere AlternativeEnergy.com/edy

We're launching our comedy effort on April Fool's Day to bring awareness to this very serious effort.

[Video] Al Gore launches $300 million ad campaign

Contributing his own money and raising lots more, Al Gore will spend $300 million on advertising to promote the urgency of dealing with climate change.

[Video] Largest Solar Installation in US

California announced the largest solar installation in the US. It will be 65 million square feet and power 162,000 homes.

Visualize Expectations of More Biofuels and Wind

New Google Visualization tool makes it interesting and FUN to look at intense data. Applied here, you can see how one year has increased expectations of more biofuels and wind.

MSNBC: Sachs and Scarborough talk Need for Alternative Energy

With tremendous passion, clarity, and intelligence, Joe Scarborough and Jeffrey Sachs discuss the essential need to tackle our scarce resources.

Technology to train people to save

This NY Times report addresses consumer behavior. The theory is that people will save if they know exactly how much they are spending on various items. They save more when they can compare their spending to the average.

MSNBC: Sustainability a Major and Career

Sustainability is now a major at several universitites. It appears to be an excellent career given the times.

[Video] Fisker Has 'eco-chic' Good Karma

The Fisker Karma, like the Tesla Roadster, is redefining performance vehicles. Billed as the first luxury plug-in hybrid, the Karma offers drivers premium features. It's ?eco-chic.?

Strategic petroleum reserve. Use it?

Should we use the SPR to dampen impact of high gas prices? It could leave us vulnerable to devastating price spikes. Link to CNBC video.

[Video] Four cars that get more than 100 MPG

These 4 futuristic looking vehicles actually get more than 100 miles per gallon. They are not available yet. One of them was partly designed by high school students.

[Video] High gas price filters through economy

Many consumer good cost more because of high gas prices.

Solar plant is 1/2 cost of Coal

Solar plant at high elevation in Utah that uses cheap rolled plastic claims that it is one half the cost of coal.

Corporate sponsorship of wind farms

There could be a new trend that corporations will buy naming rights for wind farms to further their image. It could make it easier to finance wind farms.

Tesla electric vehicle now in production

The high end sports car powered by electricity and batteries --- no gasoline --- entered producted today. It will cost more than most can afford? but it's just the beginning.

[Video] How to make home efficient

Nice video from MSNBC covers a range of low to medium cost energy savers to make your home more efficient for heating and air conditioning. A few real surprises.

[Audio] Danish Success Story

Denmark's economy has enormously benefitted from Alternative Energy. They are pushing this even further ahead with more aggressive goals. Presentation by Ms. Connie Hedegaard, Danish Minister for Environment was given at WIREC 2008.

[Video] 3rd Biggest Solar Plant in World

Nevada Solar One, the third biggest plant in the world, the size of 300 football fields will power up to 14,000 homes.

[Video] Efficient buildings command premium dollars

An interview with a marketing person for efficient building claims that it has dramatically increased consumer interest and sales.

[Video] Fallout from high energy costs?

A story out of the BBC that said that inefficient cars are depreciating faster than low gas consuming vehicles prompted this short blog. An MSNBC video reviews other signs of fallout.

SoCal Utility already at 16% Alternative, Wants MORE

Southern California Edison, already at 16% Alternative Energy, wants more. They are specifically looking for something for hot days. Sounds like solar is a natural.

Green Jobs Conference in PA

The Blue Green Alliance, a group formed by the United Steelworkers union and the Sierra Club, is having a Pittsburgh based conference to promote good green jobs. Good Jobs, Green Jobs will conclude Friday March 14 at 2:30 PM.

Google speech at WIREC 2008

Dan Reicher lays out an ambitious plan to make a big impact. Google is investing in companies that can drive down the cost of renewable energy so it will cost less than coal.

Iraq exporting oil - not meeting electricity demand

A shocking editorial in today's NY Times shows that Iraq has greedily chosen to sell oil to cash in on high prices rather than to meet the electricity demand of its people. Meanwhile, they seethe.

[Video] March eNewsletter - Jennifer Korbin Debut

Here's a summary of the the key events of February 2008. We're introducing Jennifer Korbin to report on the news.

[Video] WIREC interview with Pellet Stove Co.

This industry is big. They claim to be be largely CO2 neutral and pollution free. They also claim to be less expensive than many sources of heat. Interview at WIREC 2008.

How Solar Energy and Oil are Connected

User posted blog that makes the connection between solar and oil.

Interview with Miles Electric Vehicle

New electric car slotted for launch this year to cost about $30,000. The company already sells low speed vehciles. Now it is time for Holy Grail.

[Video] Aptera for Some ?Wingless Flight?

The Aptera Typ-1 looks like it?s about to be airborne for good reason. The electric vehicle?s engineers worked hard to make it light and aerodynamic. Interview with chief designer.

Loreto Mexico is trying to be a Renewable Paradise

They make it hard to have cars. They are adding solar and wind. It is a community that is attempting a pristine environmental approach.

Watch Clinton vs Obama on Our Key Subject

Watch very recent videos that cover the same territory: Alternative Energy and Green Collar Jobs. Maybe it will help you decide if you are still on the fence.

Do you know what a gallon of gas costs in Europe?

Americans may not be aware, but the price of gas in Europe is more than double what it is in the US.

US Dominates Global Alternative Energy Investment

With 83% of global investment, the US is dominating. There's reason to believe that we're still at early stage. China's investment is dropping. Chart shows US & China's share.

Bush Warns of $4.00 Gas - Fights House Bill

After not being aware that people were discussing $4.00 gas, he warned: "we're going to be dealing ? with $4.00 gasoline." Also said : taking money out of the coffers of the oil companies will make it harder for them to reinvest."

Americans United for Alternative Energy

Chart shows percent of Americans supporting better energy policy. Americans overwhelmingly favor a strong energy policy that will promote Alternative Energy to create new jobs and a stronger economy.

Abu Dhabi could invest $1 Trillion

One Trillion is a lot of Petrodollars. The NY Times reports that these funds could make a real economic impact across many areas.

E&Y: Shortage of Energy Jobs

Ernst & Young says "the energy industry is facing a serious job shortage".

House Hits Home Run

The House of Representatives is backing a bill that will rescind a big tax break to oil companies and channel that money towards Alternative Energy. The Senate and the White House may block.

[Video] Pickens: "The wealth is moving out of the US"

Clearly a dedicated Republican and successful energy businessman, T. Boone Pickens, is clearly on the team of moving towards Alternative Energy. Basically he wants anything other than spending a half trillion a year on imports.

[Video] Akeena: Solar Could Be 50%

Akeena Solar's CEO said that solar power could represent 50 percent of new electricity production in 8 years if the right programs are in place.

[Video] World's Largest Solar Plant to be in Arizona

It has been called the Persian Gulf of Solar. Now Arizona will get the world's largest solar plant by 2011. It will power 70,000 homes.

[Video] CNBC: Petrodollars Flow to Alternative Energy

CNBC is reporting that Alternative Energy is getting a 2 for 1 benefit of the high price of oil. It makes it easier to compete and the petrodollars are flowing back into Alternative Energy companies.

[Video] Barack Obama on Energy and the Environment

Congratulations Senator Obama. It seems more and more like he will be the Democratic party's nominee. Watch him discuss his position on matters that directly impact AlternativeEnergy.com.

[Video] Edoardo Ballerini Acts Sustainably

Actor Edoardo Ballerini is best known for his performances in The Sopranos, 24, Law & Order, NYPD Blue and the new Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, but he?s just as passionate about being green.

[Video] Oil CLOSES above $100 for First time

It touched $100 a few times before, but today, February 19, 2008, oil CLOSED above $100. Some experts say it can now go higher. The trigger for the price jump could be yesterday's refinery explosion in Texas, but experts seem to think that is not entirely responsible for the jump.

Al Gore is Connecting the Dots

Al Gore is connecting the dots to raise the level of awareness and urgency to properly price carbon pollution. That will help equation to make alternative energy look more economically viable than fossil fuel based energy that can get away with 'free' carbon pollution.

Venezuela Halts Oil Sales to Exxon Mobil

This is Dependence. The world's addiction to fossil fuels has concentrated too much power in the hands of the suppliers. It's a separate story, but this power is known to corrupt.

The Future Is Coal?

Coal seems like an unlikely energy source for the U.S. Department of Energy and power companies to be promoting today. It produces the worst greenhouse gas emissions (principally carbon dioxide) of any power plant fuel. And its extraction can affect the health and safety of miners and pollute waterways.

February 2008 AlternativeEnergy.com eNewsletter

Covers recent activities at the site and coming plans for AlternativeEnergy.com. It also recaps solar and other news highlights for January and introduces a new feature on a Cape Cod wind project.

Biofuels. Good or Bad? Read story.

Not good information from Princeton and Nature Conservancy. It seems that methods of calculating emissions from biofuels ignored the deforestation triggered as an unintended consequence. It means efforts to expedite move to cellulosic ethanol from "crop waste" has to work.

New Study Links Technology to Dramatic Energy Efficiency

For every 1 unit of energy demanded by using new technologies, 10 units are saved elsewhere in the economy. Since 1970 energy efficiency has improved by 50%.

[Video] Wind now 30% of NEW capacity

These projects generate 30 percent of the total new power plant capacity (including coal and natural gas) added in the U.S. last year.

Interview with ZENN Cars' CEO Ian Clifford

ZENN Cars (stands for Zero Emission No Noise) is a Canadian company with a line of plug-in electric vehicles that cost less than $15,000.

AlternativeEnergy.com COMEDY #1

This is first comedy episode from AlternativeEnergy.com. We are shamelessly trying to attract attention to this issue. Please do not be offended. Give some feedback! We think comedy is a great way to tell a complex story.

First Jet Takes Major Step Towards Biofuels

Although more steps to take, Airbus announced a major step towards eventually reaching 25% use of biofuels in the airline industry.

Solar Burning Bright in California

The NY Times has a round up of recent advances in solar energy in California. It is attracting money and attention from homes and businesses. And politicians.

Similar Attitudes Towards Energy, Differences Towards Environment

There is a tremendous divergence of opinions towards the environment, but majorities of both parties agree on energy. Let's rally around energy and help the environment too.

Major Solar Company Raises $105 Million

Last week. Shai Agassi's Project Better Place was in the news with its announcement that it would spearhead an electric vehicle initiative in Israel so that it would be oil independent in 10 years. Today, Ecofin, a UK investment firm, announced an enormous $105 million cash infusion into Israel based Solel. This industry and Israel are zooming!

Energy Star "Change a Light" Program to Encourage Organizations to Promote Within

Nicely structured organization provides system for promoting conversion to compact fluorescent lighting and tracking results.

[Video] The Duel over Plug-In Supremacy

The fight is on: Toyota announced last week before the North American International (Detroit) Auto Show that it -- like General Motors -- will release a plug-in hybrid in 2010.

Israel will Seek Oil Independence in TEN Years

A unique business strategy; $200 million from privately held, US backed, Project Better Place; 100% electric vehicles from Nissan and Renault; and a strong geopolitical need could make an oil free economy the reality in Israel in 10 years. It could be a template for other economies.

45% Growth in Wind Turbine Installations in US

GOOD NEWS: US Wind Turbine growth in US, especially in Texas, provides enough power for 1.5 million homes. California is 2nd. Minnesota 3rd. GE has a 45% market share. Key risk is tax credit that expires end of 2008.

Toyota Will Offer a Plug-In Hybrid by 2010

Exciting news from Toyota. They will offer a version of their highly successful Prius that will plug in to the grid. It will get about 10 miles on a charge, but that should be enough for the majority of Americans. After 10 miles it will switch over to gasoline. Available in 2 years, in 2010.

Wire the Web to Appliances to Electric Meters

There is a fantastic, proven, available technology that consumers need to demand from electric utilities. It will save money and energy. People are not aware how much power they consume from various appliances, whether HVAC, refrigerators, or washing machines. Studies PROVE that if they just had that information easily available, they would use less. But somehow this simple idea is not getting implemented. Call your utility and request it. Eventually your voice will be heard.

Venture Capital Energetically Embraces Clean Deals

There has been tremendous growth in investments in early stage companies dedicated to Alternative Energy. Some are concerned that there is too much money chasing too few deals, particularly solar and biofuels.

NY Times Compares Leading Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

People apparently have strong opinions about the quality of their light. This fairly lengthy story goes into extraordinary detail about people's feelings. There is also a chart that ranks the favorites.

[Video] Alexandra Paul (of Baywatch fame) on Electric Vehicles and Activism

She is quite an activist. She has a long history of concern for the world and has a strong feeling about Electric Vehicles. This interview and story will provide viewers with great insight in to transportation issues and policy.

World's First Solar Bluetooth Headset

CNET has a round-up of the all of the latest Solar electronics gear coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show. It seems like the holy, yet expensive, grail is a solar powered laptop.

New Word: Nanoantennas ? Harvesting the sun's energy with antennas

Nanoantennas is the idea of using nanotechnology to create an antenna that can be printed on low-cost materials that will absorb as much as 80% of the energy received. At this point it is expensive, but if certain energy transfer technologies can be implemented, this sounds like a major solution to Energy Independence issue.

How To Be Young, Green and Active

Great timing for this story. It seems that youth are driving Senator Obama's, Governor Huckabee's, and Congressman Paul's recent successes.

[Videos] Alternative Fuel Sports Cars: A Fancy Fad?

Alternative Energy never looked so good. They're expensive but catch attention. They clearly demonstrate a major theme of this site. Let's try to match or exceed our standard of living? our lifestyle ? but just use smarter energy sources.

[Video] Developing World Biofuels

Global biofuel production is up to meet growing demand. But the fuel is largely coming from food crops. A scary unexpected impact is vast, illegal, slash and burn farming to grow the prized crops. The consequence is horrific environmental damage.

[Video] How to save money in your home through new appliances and conservation

[Video] How to save money in your home
through new appliances and conservation

Video covers sealing windows, attics, doors. Very surprising data on cable box electricity usage.

How To Buy an Efficient Washer/Dryer

Technological advances for clothes washers in the last decade have led to considerable water and electricity savings. Efficient washers can cut utility bills by $50 and use 7,000 gallons less water per year. This is more than 40 percent less energy and 55 percent less water than conventional washers.

Reasons For Energy Independence

There are THREE main reasons: Economics, Security, and Environment. In David Sandalow's new book, Freedom from Oil, Senator Richard Lugar wrote the foreword and listed SIX reasons.

How To Buy an Energy-Saving Refrigerator/Freezer

If you want to lower utility bills and limit your use of polluting energy sources, replacing your home refrigerator is a wise choice. Refrigerators and freezers account for nearly 17 percent of a home?s energy use, more than any other appliance.

How To Light Efficiently

Compact florescent light bulbs have garnered cries of disgust from consumers since they were introduced thirty years ago. These bulbs were too big for some lamps, expensive ($20 or more), flickered and buzzed, and had poor light quality (a cold dimness). But technology has caught up with customer demands for energy-efficient bulbs that shine warm, bright light similar to standard incandescent bulbs.

[photos] Vote for 'most beautiful' wind turbine

What a pleasure to see such creativity on the design side. It shows how mature the underlying technology must be.

How to buy a hybrid

Hybrid vehicles make so much sense. They run on an electric battery and motor but have the mileage range of a conventional car because of the gasoline tank. Their fuel economy and technology is a clear step towards electric vehicles and putting our petroleum dependence to bed for good. (more)

How to go Solar

For those just starting, this is an excellent intro.

[Video] China Aggressively Goes Wind

BusinessWeek story on China's aggressive investment in wind power shows their understanding of situation and reinforces idea that this is an outstanding business opportunity.

Petrodollars at Work

Two major companies just received enormous petrodollar investments. It's time to invest more in Alternative Energy so we won't need these investments with exceptionally unfavorable terms.

BREAKTHROUGH: Cheap hydrogen from biomass

Can you say electrohydrogenesis? Until now this process of extracting hydrogen from biomass was not economically feasible. Apparently researchers at Pennsylvania State University have made it generate almost 3 times as much energy as is used to initiate the process that includes electricity and bacteria. Perhaps it could usher in a new era of hydrogen powered vehicles.

[Video] A Solar Tractor - An Inspiration

If you want to be inspired to get started, watch this video. Here is a man who has proven the concept of a solar TRACTOR. That is a vehicle that uses a great deal of energy. He's even made a solar chain saw. A must watch video.

[Podcast] Water Consumption = Energy Consumption

It takes a tremendous amount of energy to move water from low to high ground. Using less water will save money, energy, and help the environment. Listen to a WSJ podcast that lays it out in simple terms.

[2 Videos] Electric Vehicles for China, India

China and India will be using many more cars in the future as their economies grow. The increased demand will raise prices of key commodities, like oil, as well as increase pollution. This story shows how they are dealing with this well recognized problem.