Latest GreenBeat speakers: Adrian Tuck, Andy Tang, Andy White & Allan Schurr
I’m delighted to announce the latest speakers for our fast-approaching GreenBeat conference, the seminal event for leaders in the Smart Grid industry, on Nov. 18 and 19 in San Mateo, Calif.
It comes at a perfect time: It looks increasingly like more federal legislation is going to come to a head, at the latest by next year — including measures that could force a massive transition from carbon-based energy to alternative sources. And California is leading… Continue Reading
Is the U.S. Chamber of Commerce corrupt? And why it matters
It’s been a remarkable few days for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the 3 million-member business federation that says it spends more money on lobbying than any other organization in the U.S.
When the Chamber recently took a strong stance against federal policy and other legislative proposals that will regulate greenhouse emissions, it forced several companies to quit the Chamber in protest. These companies, including large California utility PG&E and Apple, argue the Chamber’s stance is… Continue Reading
Electric car crazy — Aptera, Hybrid Technologies, PG&E show their latest
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We’re entering electric car mania, now that global warming has become an increasing concern.
Things will get crazier still, now that California’s politicians are talking about slapping a $2,500 new tax on gas guzzlers, and giving consumers who buy fuel-efficient cars up to $2,500 in cash (see story here in Mercury News).
Indeed, we wake up to news that Carlsbad, Ca. start-up Aptera Motors has raised “under $20 million” in a new round of financing… Continue Reading