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New York Times Building Sees 70% Energy Savings with Lighting System

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Posted by geri   
Monday, 17 November 2008
new-york-times-bldg-rndrng.jpgWith the installation of a lighting management system, the New York Times Building has seen a 70 percent savings on its energy usage. That reduction translates into savings of $315,000 and 1,250 metric tons of CO2 a year for the building. (Read more at EcoGeek)
 

Solar Sails Retro-fitted to Power Chinese Cargo Ships

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Monday, 17 November 2008

solarsail.jpgGiant solar-powered sails will be fitted to cargo ships, after an Australian renewable energy company signed a deal with China's biggest shipping line. The Solar Sailor group will retro-fit the aluminium sails covered with photovolatic panels to existing tankers to harness the wind, cutting fuel costs between 20 and 40 per cent, while using the sun to provide 5% of the ship's electricity. (Details at Sydney Morning Herald)

 

Citi Will Halt Some Foreclosures, Rework Thousands of Mortgages (w/ Video)

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Posted by geri   
Tuesday, 11 November 2008
foreclosure-sign.jpgCitigroup has announced a plan to try and keep homeowners at-risk for foreclosure to stay in their homes. As part of the plan, Citi has announced it is imposing a moratorium on most foreclosures. (Read the story at Reuters or watch video below)

 

Train's Conductor Cat Brings $10 Million in New Business (Video)

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Posted by geri   
Tuesday, 11 November 2008
conductor-cat.jpg A cat wearing a conductor's hat has boosted a small Japanese town's local economy by 10 million dollars through increased tourism. People are now flocking to see the train's new "super station master," Tama the cat. (Thanks to Hugh for sending the link!)

 

Italians Grow 'Greener' Olives, Wine (Video)

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Posted by geri   
Monday, 10 November 2008
olive-fields.jpgA range of new technologies are being used at an Italian olive farm in a bid to cut CO2 emissions and also save money on energy. From electric farm vehicles to sun-reflecting paint, BBC reports on the many sustainable techniques adopted by a famous olive oil company and vinyard.

 
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