Vincent's blog

Wind development and transmission constraints is really an issue that folks need to be focused on during the next session. US DOE vehicle fuel programs will be well protected for years to come and are not the answer to getting renewbale electricty into our regional grid systems. As US Assistant Secretary of Energy for Policy and International Affairs, I found one of the greatest underdeveloped efforts is the pursuit of a modern grid interconnection between the United States and Canada. » read more

Obama Energy plan: » read more

• Provide short-term relief to American families facing pain at the pump
• Help create five million new jobs by strategically investing $150 billion over the next ten years to catalyze private efforts to build a clean energy future.
• Within 10 years save more oil than we currently import from the Middle East and Venezuela combined.

Renewable energy developers and clean technology entrepreneurs are all very much alive in this financial swirl. The state of play is that government mandates for state-wide renewable portfolio standards, regional carbon reduction schemes, and regulatory incentives and tax credits are still in place despite Wall Street new normal. This is why your business hub should be the one you or your professional counsel is most comfortable operating in in terms of understanding the tenants of the jurisdiction. » read more

http://www.investors.com/editorial/IBDArticles.asp?artsec=5&artnum =1&issue=20081003
Carbon Tax Break Finds Way Into $700 Bil Rescue<span style="font-fami » read more

E-WASTE » read more

Environmental Marketplace
Today, the environmental marketplace is on track to define the world's largest traded commodity. While the current carbon trading market is estimated at over $70 billion, it does not include the United States which had yet to mandate national carbon emissions reductions and a trading platform. However, after the U.S. imposes such a program the market is expected to go into the trillions during the next decade. This is a phenomenal opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors, and citizens alike. » read more

Would you like to bid on a "carbon credit"? Now that I have your attention: You can! All you need is a minimum financial security of $1,860. And, moreover, you can pretty much do anything you want with the allowance. US carbon trading starts September 25th; in fact, some of the exchanges have already began moving RGGI (Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative) credits. Naturally, the auction system is intended for commercial bidders, but nonetheless, it's important to note that a process is in place and set to launch. » read more

Last week, the New York City Economic Development Corporation issued a Request for Expressions of Interest from enterprises with experience in implementing renewable energy projects and other interested parties. Specifically, the Request seeks information regarding potential renewable energy projects that have environmental and economic vitality and work to reduce emission of greenhouse gases.

As defined in the Request, renewable energy projects include energy generation from renewable sources such as solar, wind, anaerobic gas, geothermal and tidal power. » read more

Last week, New York City launched the Climate Change Adaptation Task Force and the New York City Panel on Climate Change to develop strategies to protect the City's infrastructure from the effects of climate change. » read more

What is going on? OK, yes the presidential candidates agree about energy diversity and security, and both are US Senators. So, why are they not using their sphere of influence to move the US Senate off the dime and renew the solar and wind tax credits? Right now, the Senate seems willing to halt a very helpful tool in the fight against oil and climate change. The Senate must copy the House in that they musty approve the renewable energy tax credits slated to expire the end of this year. » read more