Full coverage: Energy

19.06.2008 WASHINGTON, Jun 18 (OneWorld) - Renewable energy is approaching a "tipping point" and should expand dramatically in the next decade, further narrowing the gap between alternative forms of energy and fossil fuel use, said environmental and economic experts at a forum here Monday.

18.06.2008 Despite critics' claims, public transit "may be our only option" to reduce harmful carbon emissions, writes urban planner and author Daniel Lerch.
From: Post Carbon Institute

12.06.2008 Oil-consuming countries are finally considering the "painful decision" to end consumer fuel subsidies, and it's about time, writes trade and subsidies expert Ron Steenblik.
From: Energy Bulletin

10.06.2008 The House of Representatives passed legislation granting $7 billion for U.S. schools to become more energy efficient and healthier, a move that is expected to reduce costs for school districts in the long run.
From: Earth Day Network

06.06.2008 China's new wind power program, already surpassing expectations, is poised to become a major source of energy for the coal-dependent country, writes Chinese industrial expert Junfeng Li.

06.06.2008 WASHINGTON, Jun 5 (OneWorld) - Organizations from 40 countries called on leaders of the developing world yesterday to oppose World Bank plans to establish a "Clean Technology Fund" that they fear will have little or no impact on halting global warming.

03.06.2008 Leading manufacturers of compact fluorescent light bulbs have unveiled plans to reduce the amount of mercury in these energy-efficient lamps.