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Community-Owned Solar Gardens Make Solar Energy More Accessible

Community-Owned Solar Gardens Make Solar Energy More Accessible

Thatcher Michelsen May 21, 2013 0

One of the barriers to wider adoption of solar energy by consumers is the large upfront cost of installing a rooftop solar panel. Another obstacle is the fact that many power customers are renters

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The 3D Printing Revolution Could Have Green Effects

The 3D Printing Revolution Could Have Green Effects

Thatcher Michelsen May 17, 2013 0

The main concept that developed during the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century was that goods could be manufactured by machines, thereby lowering costs and increasing the availability of these items to a much

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Insurance Companies Advocating For Climate Change Policy

Insurance Companies Advocating For Climate Change Policy

Thatcher Michelsen May 16, 2013 0

On Thursday, May 16, there were two big pieces of news that could have a huge impact on the debate over public policy regarding climate change

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Amtrak Gets Faster Electric Locomotives

Amtrak Gets Faster Electric Locomotives

Thatcher Michelsen May 16, 2013 0

Amtrak has had trouble making money in recent years, and has had to rely on Federal government subsidies to stay afloat

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Shrinking Rain Forests Could Effect Hydroelectric Power Output

Shrinking Rain Forests Could Effect Hydroelectric Power Output

Thatcher Michelsen May 14, 2013 0

One of the biggest concerns for environmentalists has been the shrinking size of rain forests in South America. Rain forests provide important ecological benefits for the whole world, not just South America, and their

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Tesla Model S Named Top-Scoring Car By Consumer Reports

Tesla Model S Named Top-Scoring Car By Consumer Reports

Thatcher Michelsen May 13, 2013 0

The Tesla fleet of electric cars has hit some bumps along the way toward becoming a mainstream option for drivers

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May is National Bike Month

May is National Bike Month

Thatcher Michelsen May 10, 2013 0

Most environmentalists recognize that a significant amount of carbon emissions come from the transportation sector

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Wildfires In California On The Rise

Wildfires In California On The Rise

Thatcher Michelsen May 9, 2013 0

There are many consequences of man-made climate change, including rising ocean levels and severe weather catastrophes

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Solar Electric Scooter Produces Zero Emissions, Gets You Where You Need To Go

Solar Electric Scooter Produces Zero Emissions, Gets You Where You Need To Go

Thatcher Michelsen May 9, 2013 0

Almost everyone has encountered motorized scooters and bicycles when walking through a city

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A Quick Guide To Composting

A Quick Guide To Composting

Thatcher Michelsen May 7, 2013 0

As spring approaches, many homeowners and apartment dwellers will be putting on their gloves, pulling out their spade and watering can, digging up weeds and old roots and replacing them with their favorite variety

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