Next Up: A Smarter Streetlight
A smarter LED streetlight would communicate wirelessly on its condition, reducing the number of crews needed to check for failed lamps.
For Oil Sands Project, a Step Forward
The State Department has released a draft environmental-impact statement suggesting that a pipeline carrying crude oil extracted from tar sans fields in Canada would do “limited” harm to the environment.
Senate Climate Bill to Be Unveiled April 26
The Senate sponsors of the climate and energy legislation are John Kerry, Lindsey Graham and Joseph I. Lieberman.
From the Sea to a Sushi Plate, a Trail of DNA
Researchers are already tracking DNA in restaurant offerings to figure out how the market in whale meat works.
Solar Growth Slows, With Homes a Glaring Exception
The growth of the solar industry slowed in the United States last year, but residential installations surged, in part due to stimulus spending and tax credits.
McDonald’s Board Opposes Cage-Free Eggs for U.S.
The board of McDonald’s recommends that shareholders vote against a proposalt that would require the fast-food giant to use some cage-free eggs.
I.B.M. Suppliers Must Track Environmental Data
The giant technology company will also require its 28,000 suppliers to set environmental goals and publicly report on their progress.
The Incinerator as Eye Candy
Some cutting-edge waste-to-energy plants have artistic designs.