Tuesday, February 28, 2006

A123 Systems -- New Battery Technology

The company has found a way to make a rechargeable battery with a much higher power storage potential while reducing the weight by nearly 80%. It recharges to 90% power in just 5 minutes. This battery will be soon be used in the Dewalt line of power tools. In a few more years it may be making hybrid automobiles faster and even more fuel efficient.

Wednesday, February 08, 2006

Sweden aims for oil-free economy


Sweden says it aims to completely wean itself off oil within 15 years - without building new nuclear plants.

Monday, February 06, 2006

Environmental News You Can Use

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has a newsletter, available via email subscription. Click on the title, above, and check it out.