Archive | July, 2008

To Drill or Not To Drill? USA Oil Dilemma

By on July 31, 2008 in oil

(Map for drilling in Alaska) Experts are now saying that gasoline prices might be $3.50 per gallon by Labor Day. From FT.com: Oil prices continued their correction this week as the debate about the influence of speculators in energy markets reached a new pitch. The US Senate yesterday failed to agree on proposals to limit [...]

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Salmonella on Mexican Jalapeno Peppers Found in Irrigation Water

By on July 30, 2008 in health

(image credit: ilmungo) Latest Update on Contaminated Mexican Peppers A jalapeno pepper contaminated with the same strain of salmonella responsible for the outbreak has been found in a small distribution center in McAllen, Texas, government investigators said Monday. Peppers from Agricola Zaragoza sent to Georgia and Texas restaurants and retailers have been recalled, according to [...]

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GE and Abu Dhabi Forming Financial Partnership

By on July 28, 2008 in oil

The United States has a real dilemma. Do we keep buying imported oil or will we try to break the chains of our oil addiction? How many billions of dollars of American’s hard earned money will go to the foreign oil cartel as they continue to buy up American land, buildings and businesses? From Reuters [...]

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Whoa, California Uses More Gas than China?

By on July 24, 2008 in oil

Doesn’t seem possible but California is the 2nd largest user of gasoline in the world! From Treehugger, check this out! Well, wonders never cease. Talk about a state that needs to wake up and smell the biofuels (except corn ethanol)! Given all the news coverage about the rise of the Chinese economy, you could be [...]

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Is U.S. Having a Water Crisis?

By on July 24, 2008 in Environment

Is the sun setting on America’s water supply? Water is becoming a main focus in the lives of Americans all over the United States, especially states that have had ongoing fresh water issues. The headlines today are filled with articles concering water and shortages. Today’s headlines testify to the current water crisis in America. Lake [...]

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Live Interview: Makers of Kudzu Ethanol (Kudzunol)

By on July 21, 2008 in ethanol

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead In several polls conducted last week, Americans want more ethanol for fuel use, check this out. After all, biofuels is not just about corn. There is no denying that we [...]

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Global Warming May Cause Kidney Stones?

By on July 17, 2008 in Global Warming

Having trouble with kidney stones? They can really be painful. Global warming may be causing increased cases of kidney stones because of increased temperatures and people not drinking enough water. Check out this article, not to mention this video on William Shatner’s Kidney Stone. Check this out: CNBC gets in on the reporting action. Bottom [...]

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Growing Nuts for Biodiesel, Update on Jatropha Curcas

By on July 14, 2008 in Biofuels

Nuts from Jatropha Curcas contain an oil being used for biodiesel. All around the world, countries and companies are investing big dollars in Jatropha Curcas as a source for biodiesel. Jatropha Curas Update on Jatropha Curcas: the world’s interest in using this plant to produce biodiesel! United States: California: Allegro Biodiesel has commenced processing of [...]

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It’s Official: Abu Dhabi Owns 90% of the Chrysler Building

By on July 14, 2008 in Chemically Green

Chrysler Building, 2nd tallest building in New York On a previously post on CG, Foreign Investors Buying Major U.S. Properties, we reported about Abu Dhabi was looking at purchasing the Chrysler Building through a real estate investment group. From the International Harold Tribune: Abu Dhabi buys 90% of the Chrysler Building The government of Abu [...]

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How Corn Grown for Ethanol is Killing Our Oceans

By on July 9, 2008 in corn ethanol

Reasons Why Corn Ethanol is Bad for the Environment! Biofuels can provide a significant source of renewable energy to reduce dependency on foreign oil and reduce climate change pollution. Since Congress voted to use corn as a biofuel, this decision has turned out to be a big mistake because of increased oil prices and flooding [...]

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