Science and Technology:
¶ Jet fuel derived 100% from renewable sources has been tested and found to reduce emissions. [Gas 2.0]
World:
¶ A survey of world chemical companies revealed that 71% of them have sustainability goals. The interest in sustainability extends to most of the customers of these companies as well. [Sustainable Plant]
¶ According to Swiss Re, the world’s second-largest reinsurer, insurance companies must foster investment in renewable energy. [Blue & Green Tomorrow]
¶ South Korea, with collaboration from the US DOE’s Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, is beginning work on developing a preliminary concept design for a fusion power reactor. [Nature.com]
¶ The Japanese Nuclear Regulation Authority has released a draft of the new safety measures to be implemented for nuclear power plants, based on review of the Fukushima Disaster. [The Japan Daily Press]
… The new measures say some cables need to be coated with flame-retardant materials, a process that is expected to impact thirteen reactors and take years. [The Daily Yomiuri]
US:
¶ US Companies with no direct stake in power generation hired lobbyists to support the wind tax credit and fight for clean energy incentives. [Inside Climate News]
¶ In his inaugural address, President Obama said, “We will respond to the threat of climate change, knowing that the failure to do so would betray our children and future generations.” [solarserver.com]
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