Promotion of ethanol to motorcycle lovers was a bigger success this year than last. This edition of the “Ethanol Report” with Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) Director of Market Development Robert White takes a look at how their sponsorship at the 70th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally went this year. This is the second year that RFA partnered with the Legendary Buffalo …
Northeast Biodiesel Breaks Ground in Greenfield, Mass
Although the biodiesel industry has struggled for the past few months, in areas with state mandates the biodiesel industry is thriving. Today, Northeast Biodiesel LLC, in partnership with Co-op Power, broke ground on a 3.5 million gallon biodiesel plant to be located in Greenfield, Mass. that is expected to be operational in January 2011. The plant will use various feedstocks …
Solar Power for Cell Phones
Looking for a new way to charge your cell phone? Then look no further than the sun. Solio has released an improved universal Solar Charger for all electronic devices, including your phone, that stores power for up to one year and never overcharges. This device sounds perfect for places that are lacking outlets, like airports, airplanes and restaurants three of …
Flying Car Landing In A Driveway Near You
Apparently the FAA works much faster than the EPA – the FAA has just approved the “Flying Car,” also known at the Transition Roadable Aircraft. While the flying car, developed by Terrafugia (ter-ra-FOO-gee-ah), doesn’t currently run on an alternative fuel such as ethanol or biodiesel, it is an “alternative” way to get yourself around town. So here is how it …
Kum & Go Opens E-85 Pumps With Indy Car Drivers
It’s time for another Iowa Corn Indy 250 and that means that drivers are in promotion mode. Today Ryan Hunter-Reay (right) and Marco Andretti were on hand for the grand opening of E-85 pumps at a Des Moines Kum & Go where you could buy the fuel for 85 cents/gallon! Ryan will be driving the Ethanol USA Team Izod Indy …
Report Says Fuel Cell Vehicles to Get Hot by 2020
A new report says that by the year 2020, the fuel cell vehicle market will see growth. CNET’s Green Tech blog says the Pike Research report, entitled “Fuel Cell Vehicles,” says the green transportation is very close to being a commercial success: The U.S. is predicted to be the largest fuel cell vehicle (FCV) market with about 134,000 vehicles sold …
Working for Green Spotlights Green Jobs
One of the benefits of America’s move to energy security and its quest to curb climate change are the opportunities for people to work in the burgeoning green industry. Today, Working for Green, a new online community dedicated to helping Americans secure green jobs, has launched a new video-based resource that spotlights individuals who are improving their lives through green …
Ethanol Rocket Racers Take to the Skies
The Rocket Racing League is taking back the skies. The five-year old league which has launched a campaign to become “NASCAR with rockets” is planning the final details on a demonstration of its X-Racer planes next week in Tulsa, Oklahoma. While these “rockets” will have a sleeker look and more crowd appeal, they will continue to run on the same …
Award Winning Minnesota Solar Home for Sale
Looking for a unique green home? Look no further. The University of Minnesota (U of M), who built an all-solar home for submission in the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) 2009 Solar Decathlon, is up for sale. The 550-square-foot-home house took fifth place out of 20 international entries in October’s Solar Decathlon. Interested buyers are required to submit a purchase …
170 MPG Concept Car Revealed
Wisconsin-based Valentin Technologies has revealed its 170 miles per gallon (mpg) concept car called the IngoCar. Currently under development, initial sketches indicate the car will be a mid-sized four door sportswagen passenger car. Styling for the car was provided by Davide Tonizzo, of designD. Company founder, Ingo Valentin, said in a press release, “Finally outstanding performance and extremely high mileage …