2010 September

World Algae Conference Set for Singapore

September 22, 2010 By Glenn Meyers Leave a Comment

Subject matter of the conference will focus algae commercialization for food, feed, freshwater, fresh air and fuel. CMT’s 3rd Algae World Asia will deliver a “wide range of topics spanning five main themes: Algae Cultivation, Carbon Capture, Wastewater Treatment, Bio-Energy and Technology Developments in Asia Pacific.”

Boston Scientific Plant Becomes Costa Rica’s First Sustainable Building

September 22, 2010 By Summer Minor 6 Comments

Costa Rica is known for the lush rain forests, beautiful beaches and amazing surf. Now they will also be known for their great sustainable buildings as well. The Boston Scientific medical device plant in Alajuela, Costa Rica, has just been recognized as the country’s first sustainable building. More are certain to follow!

Recycled Houses Get New Life

September 20, 2010 By Dawn Killough 2 Comments

Houses slated for demolition enjoy a new lease on life. Builders of Hope relocates houses, improves their energy efficiency, and sells them to working families at cost.

NREL Report Measures Offshore Wind Potential

September 20, 2010 By Glenn Meyers 3 Comments

Some sustainable resources are simply ripe for the harvest. According to Wind Energy News, a September 10 report from the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) offshore wind resources have a total potential of 4,150 GW.

Green Home Sales Increasing Despite Economy

September 17, 2010 By Dawn Killough Leave a Comment

Earth Advantage Certified Home in Portland Oregon

Despite dipping home sales, the number of new third-party certified green homes sold in Portland, Oregon has gone steadily up the last three years. Existing certified homes are selling for up to 32% more than existing code homes.