October 22, 2009: Solar Installation Costs Drop 30 Percent
The cost of installed solar energy systems in the U.S. dropped by 30 percent over the last decade. The Associated Press listed some state-by-state solar power installation costs, factoring in government rebates and tax breaks.
The automotive industry is likely to agree on an industry-wide standard for a plug-in electric vehicle charging system this week.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke warned that the Silicon Valley of clean energy development may end up in China if the U.S. does not pass clean energy legislation that attracts investors and entrepreneurs.
A piece at YaleE360 explains how cutting carbon emissions is smart economic policy for the United States.
December’s global climate negotiations in Copenhagen are more likely to yield “interim steps” toward a CO2 emissions reduction agreement, rather than a comprehensive new set of regulations.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has experienced a mass exodus of members in recent weeks, due to its opposition to Congressional climate legislation. But the Chamber’s recent attacks are one strand in a 20 year history of opposition to clean energy efforts.
Local Green: Businesses across Wisconsin criticize the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s opposition to clean energy legislation.
Indian-based electric car maker Reva plans to open a vehicle manufacturing plant in Syracuse, New York.
The Port of Long Beach reached an agreement with the American Trucking Association regarding efforts to clean up the air around the nation’s second busiest seaport.
–Christopher Greenspan
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