The 11 Top Biofuels Trends of 2011
Jim Lane | December 27, 2011
It’s that holiday time, time to look-back with misty eyes at the glories of yesteryear. In our case, at the 11 Hottest Trends of 2011, in what proved to be a vintage year for biofuels. There were IPOs a go-go, a big comeback from biodiesel. The global ethanol fleet has acquired new popularity amongst advanced biofuels developers looking for capital light steel in the ground. Meanwhile, gasification got hot. Seemed like every algae venture headed for Algstralia, and Brazil and the US Navy became everyone’s new best friends.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Will biofuel produced from algae power the future?
Will biofuel produced from algae power the future?
12.Radhicka S SaxenaDec 24 2011.The race to produce sustainable biofuel
With the demand for alternative fuels on the rise, engendered mainly by the ballooning prices of fossil fuels, there is an inherent need to manufacture algae based biofuels commercially by bringing down the input cost of production. As they are environmentally friendly, biofuels are greatly preferred over fossil fuels for energy production. Biofuels can be produced using both algae and food crops, but owing to many reasons it is a good idea to not use the latter for their production.
12.Radhicka S SaxenaDec 24 2011.The race to produce sustainable biofuel
With the demand for alternative fuels on the rise, engendered mainly by the ballooning prices of fossil fuels, there is an inherent need to manufacture algae based biofuels commercially by bringing down the input cost of production. As they are environmentally friendly, biofuels are greatly preferred over fossil fuels for energy production. Biofuels can be produced using both algae and food crops, but owing to many reasons it is a good idea to not use the latter for their production.
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Friday, December 23, 2011
WSJ: Risks Cloud Outlook for Economy in 2012
ECONOMY DECEMBER 23, 2011
Risks Cloud Outlook for Economy in 2012
By CONOR DOUGHERTY
The U.S. economy is poised for another year of muddling through.
Most private economists forecast a modest 2% growth rate for the U.S. in 2012, with a pace subdued by housing woes, a lackluster job market, and cuts by government. Economists also warn of potential spillover from weakness abroad, including a mild recession apparently under way in Europe.
Risks Cloud Outlook for Economy in 2012
By CONOR DOUGHERTY
The U.S. economy is poised for another year of muddling through.
Most private economists forecast a modest 2% growth rate for the U.S. in 2012, with a pace subdued by housing woes, a lackluster job market, and cuts by government. Economists also warn of potential spillover from weakness abroad, including a mild recession apparently under way in Europe.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
USA Today: Nov. home sales up 4%, but earlier sales revised down
USATODAYmoney: Nov. home sales up 4%, but earlier sales revised down http://t.co/ON9gZVFG
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Nov. home sales up 4%, but earlier sales revised down
By Derek Kravitz, Associated Press
WASHINGTON – The number of Americans who bought previously occupied homes rose last month. But the National Association of Realtors says it overstated about 3.5 million sales during and after the Great Recession, showing the housing market remains much weaker than previously thought.
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Nov. home sales up 4%, but earlier sales revised down
By Derek Kravitz, Associated Press
WASHINGTON – The number of Americans who bought previously occupied homes rose last month. But the National Association of Realtors says it overstated about 3.5 million sales during and after the Great Recession, showing the housing market remains much weaker than previously thought.
CNNMoney: Foreclosure sales still pummeling home prices
Foreclosure sales still pummeling home prices
By Les Christie @CNNMoney December 21, 2011: 10:15 AM ET
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Nearly five years into the crisis, foreclosures are still weighing heavily on home prices.
By Les Christie @CNNMoney December 21, 2011: 10:15 AM ET
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Nearly five years into the crisis, foreclosures are still weighing heavily on home prices.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
USA Today: Europe hopes, strong housing starts lift stocks
USATODAYmoney: Europe hopes, housing starts lift stocks http://t.co/vF0UJARM
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/USATODAYmoney/status/149228143465598976
Europe hopes, strong housing starts lift stocks
By Matthew Craft, Associated Press
NEW YORK – The Dow Jones industrial average surged 337 points following encouraging signs out of Europe and a jump in apartment construction in the U.S. It was the best day for U.S. stocks this month.
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/USATODAYmoney/status/149228143465598976
Europe hopes, strong housing starts lift stocks
By Matthew Craft, Associated Press
NEW YORK – The Dow Jones industrial average surged 337 points following encouraging signs out of Europe and a jump in apartment construction in the U.S. It was the best day for U.S. stocks this month.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Is Algae-based Biofuel an Energy Game Changer?
Is Algae-based Biofuel an Energy Game Changer?
Author: Devon Bass
Published: December 19, 2011 at 10:26 am
Algae is one surprising potential energy source that is showing great promise. It has gained recent media attention as the U.S Navy has announced plans to test the use of algae biofuel in one of its cargo ships. Unlike oil which is only found in underground deposits in certain parts of the world, algae grows in abundance all over the globe. Approximately half of algae’s weight is comprised of lipid oil can be converted into biodiesel. Biodiesel burns more cleanly and efficiently than petroleum.
Author: Devon Bass
Published: December 19, 2011 at 10:26 am
Algae is one surprising potential energy source that is showing great promise. It has gained recent media attention as the U.S Navy has announced plans to test the use of algae biofuel in one of its cargo ships. Unlike oil which is only found in underground deposits in certain parts of the world, algae grows in abundance all over the globe. Approximately half of algae’s weight is comprised of lipid oil can be converted into biodiesel. Biodiesel burns more cleanly and efficiently than petroleum.
Monday, December 12, 2011
NYT: Pondering a Dire Day: Leaving the Euro
Pondering a Dire Day: Leaving the Euro
By LANDON THOMAS Jr.
Published: December 12, 2011
LONDON — It would be Europe’s worst nightmare: after weeks of rumors, the Greek prime minister announces late on a Saturday night that the country will abandon the euro currency and return to the drachma.
By LANDON THOMAS Jr.
Published: December 12, 2011
LONDON — It would be Europe’s worst nightmare: after weeks of rumors, the Greek prime minister announces late on a Saturday night that the country will abandon the euro currency and return to the drachma.
WSJ: Turkish Prices Rise on Rapid Growth
WSJEconomy: Turkish Economy Booms http://t.co/LFukQXXu
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/WSJEconomy/status/146272574211493888
EUROPE NEWS DECEMBER 13, 2011
Turkish Prices Rise on Rapid Growth
By JOE PARKINSON
ISTANBUL—Turkey's central bank governor warned Monday that inflation was his No.1 problem, as data confirmed the economy expanded 8.2% in the third quarter, smashing economists' expectations and underscoring its reputation as Eurasia's rising tiger.
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/WSJEconomy/status/146272574211493888
EUROPE NEWS DECEMBER 13, 2011
Turkish Prices Rise on Rapid Growth
By JOE PARKINSON
ISTANBUL—Turkey's central bank governor warned Monday that inflation was his No.1 problem, as data confirmed the economy expanded 8.2% in the third quarter, smashing economists' expectations and underscoring its reputation as Eurasia's rising tiger.
Friday, December 9, 2011
CNNMoney: Europe debt saga far from over
CNNMoney: Europe debt saga far from over... http://t.co/2CMXdHN3 #eurozone
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/CNNMoney/status/146170643547815936
Europe's Debt Crisis
Europe debt saga far from over
By Ben Rooney @CNNMoneyMarkets December 9, 2011: 3:36 PM ET
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Early Friday morning, a group of European politicians issued a statement, and knees jerked in financial markets around the world.
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/CNNMoney/status/146170643547815936
Europe's Debt Crisis
Europe debt saga far from over
By Ben Rooney @CNNMoneyMarkets December 9, 2011: 3:36 PM ET
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Early Friday morning, a group of European politicians issued a statement, and knees jerked in financial markets around the world.
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