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EPA: Fuel Economy for New Vehicles Rises for Fifth Straight Year

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 25 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

The average fuel economy for cars and light trucks has increased only slightly for model year 2009, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The report also notes that fuel economy has steadily increased and carbon dioxide emissions have steadily decreased since 2004.

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FTC Proposes New Output-Based Labels for Light Bulbs

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 25 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing a new way to label light bulbs in order to address newer energy-efficient technologies. The proposal calls for an emphasis on light output rather than energy consumption.

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DOE Awards $620 Million for Smart Grid and Energy Storage Projects

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 25 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

In a major boost designed to leverage an additional $1 billion in private investment, DOE has awarded $620 million in Recovery Act funds to 16 Smart Grid demonstration projects in 21 states, as well as 16 large-scale energy storage projects.

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Secretary Chu Announces $45 Million to Support Next Generation of Wind Turbine Designs

Writing by EERE Network News on Monday, 23 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

DOE announced the selection of Clemson University to receive up to $45 million under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for a wind energy test facility that will enhance the performance, durability, and reliability of utility- scale wind turbines.

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Recovery Act Announcement: DOE to Invest $18 Million in Small Business Clean Energy Innovation Projects

Writing by EERE Network News on Monday, 23 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced more than $18 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to support small business innovation research, development, and deployment of clean energy technologies.

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Study Says Climate Change Could Displace 150 Million People by 2050

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 18 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

Climate change is already attributable to the deaths of more than 300,000 people per year, according to a new study, and by 2050, as many as 150 million people could be forced from their homes. A separate study finds that many people in the U.S. Southeast could be among the displaced.

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AIA Report Notes Surge in Green Building Programs

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 18 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

The number of U.S. cities with green building programs has increased 50% since 2007, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA). And in a reflection of this trend, the number of new homes earning the Energy Star label has topped the one million mark.

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DOE and USDA Offer $4 Million for Biomass Genomics Research

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 18 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

DOE and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are soliciting genomic research projects designed to develop new plant feedstocks for use in biofuels.

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Ex-Im Bank to Boost Renewable Exports with $250 Million in Financing

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 18 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

The U.S. Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank is launching a $250 million facility to finance the export of U.S. renewable energy products. The bank will also encourage various lending institutions to adopt policies to promote clean energy exports.

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United States and China to Cooperate on Clean Energy

Writing by EERE Network News on Wednesday, 18 of November , 2009 at 12:00 am

The United States and China have announced a range of clean energy initiatives, including the establishment of a U.S.-China Clean Energy Research Center. designed to boost joint research and development of clean energy technology, as well as energy efficiency and electric vehicle initiatives.

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