Frito-Lay reopens what will be a “near net zero” plant. The factory will run of mostly renewable energy, operate significantly with recycled water, and will send almost no waste to the landfill.
California is set to become the first viable commercial market for dimethyl ether (DME), with a research and development facility planned for Los Angeles.
Southwest Airlines is now dabbling in biofuels. The Love Field-based carrier, along with other airlines, has signed a letter of intent with Solena Fuels to purchase jet fuel derived from biomass.
One potential economic boost for Bosnia could be renewable energy. Blessed with many rivers, the country is already exporting electricity to its neighbors, and more kilowatts of power are possible.
I visited Bulgaria in 2003. I had zero expectations. Basically I was running out of places in Eastern Europe to visit, so I thought, what the hey. I ended up loving the country—it’s one big open air museum, has friendly people, and great food and wine. (more…)