Sustainability
RSSMaking cap and trade go small time
Right now, only big companies trade carbon credits to reduce greenhouse gases. But what if it were brought down to an individual level? Bill Radke talks to Tom Reilly, CEO of a company which wants to see small-scale carbon trading happen. (07/21/2009)
U.S. seeks emissions data from China
U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke said consumers should pay for the carbon content of the goods they consume, even from other countries like China. One option is imposing trade tariffs, but that proposal has the potential to set off a trade war. Sam Eaton reports. (07/17/2009)
Iconic buildings get green overhauls
In addition to its name change, Chicago's Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower) is getting a $350 million green makeover. Adriene Hill reports on the retrofitting it and other famous buildings are undergoing. (07/16/2009)
Wal-Mart to gauge 'green' products
As part of its ongoing efforts to "go green," mega retailer Wal-Mart is looking to measure the social and environmental impacts of its products. Sam Eaton reports. (07/15/2009)
Shipping industry set for C02 regulation
A U.N.-sponsored is working to reduce the swelling carbon footprint of the shipping industry. Global shipping produces more greenhouse gas emissions than all of Germany, but carbon emissions have gone unregulated. Sam Eaton reports. (07/15/2009)
Stimulus revs up electric car batteries
Several U.S. companies are awaiting word from the Department of Energy on who will receive $2 billion in stimulus aimed at the electric car battery business. Sarah Gardner explores what's at stake for these companies. (07/14/2009)
Exxon looks to benefits of pond scum
Exxon is expected to invest $600 million to develop a new generation of fuels derived from algae. Mitchell Hartman explains the various environmental benefits to algae and Exxon's involvement with biofuel investing. (07/14/2009)
Taking Stock: Rethinking consumerism
The recession seems to have put brakes on over-consumption, at least for now. But how can the economy grow if people don't spend money? Kai Ryssdal talks with Gus Speth, Yale's dean of environmental studies, about how to change our consumer society. (07/13/2009)
Job gains in environment, health care
The Council of Economic Advisers reports green jobs and health care jobs will see the biggest gains in the next few years. This is fueling a backlash against stimulus spending to benefit the labor market. Mitchell Hartman reports. (07/13/2009)
Sky no longer the limit for German solar
Germany's gloomy skies often prevent solar power researchers from producing energy, but one Berlin-based nonprofit may have found a solution utilizing the Middle East and North Africa's deserts. Brett Neely reports. (07/13/2009)
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