Emerging and Sustainable Technology

Edmonton, Alberta, to Turn Most Trash Into Biofuels

September 10, 2010 - With a new garbage-to-biofuel facility set to be operational by late 2011, Edmonton expects to reduce Alberta’s carbon footprint by 6 million tons over 25 years.

California Initiates Zero Net Energy Plan for New Commercial Buildings

September 3, 2010 - California Public Utilities Commission launches collaborative strategy to transform state's commercial buildings into clean energy powered structures by 2030.

Wisconsin Bans Trashing of Electronics

September 1, 2010 - Residents in Wisconsin must recycle discarded computers, cell phones and other devices to prevent pollution as part of statewide recycling program that eases financial strain on local governments.

IT Trends: Gulf Oil Spill Crowdsourcing, Washington State Legislature's Award-Winning Website

September 1, 2010 - Electric car-charging stations come to San Jose.

Local Governments Promote 'Power IT Down Day' to Encourage Energy Efficiency

August 25, 2010 - On Friday, Aug. 27, thousands will turn off their computers at the end of the workday, saving kilowatt hours and promoting an energy-efficient mindset.

Online-Only Western Governors University Could be New Model for Education

August 23, 2010 - Technology and new approaches like the Western Governors University can cut the cost and improve the performance of public colleges and universities.

New York City to Test Wireless Social Bicycle System

August 16, 2010 - Citing infrastructure costs as obstacle, Social Bicycle System founder taps wireless technologies to fuel communications.

Mobile App Helps Emergency Crews Assess Damage During Disasters

August 16, 2010 - Santa Rosa County, Fla. used a mobile app to track the flow of the BP oil spill, plans to use the tool for hurricanes and other emergency situations.

Public-Use Electric Vehicle Quick-Charge Station Opens in Portland, Ore.

August 11, 2010 - First of its kind in nation, vehicles can charge in 20 to 30 minutes in a local parking garage.

Half of New York City Has Smart Water Meters, Official Says

August 10, 2010 - The New York City Department of Environmental Protection says it's ahead of schedule on 2012 target date for citywide installation of smart water meters.

iPads Win Government Support in Birmingham, Ala.

August 5, 2010 - By purchasing iPad tablet devices, the city expects to enhance efficiency and save hundreds of thousands of dollars in paper usage.

Ankeny, Iowa, Aims to Conserve Stormwater With New Incentive Program

August 2, 2010 - Property owners can apply for a 50 percent match on qualifying projects that improve stormwater drainage.

Reno, Nev., Puts Wind Turbines on City Hall Roof

August 1, 2010 - With turbine and solar energy projects, city officials expect to reduce energy use by 25 percent and save $1 million a year.

Federal Stimulus Grants for a Sacramento, Calif., Utility and Others Spur Smart Grid Activity

July 31, 2010 - Smart meters, electric vehicle charging stations and home energy management systems among technologies funded.

Hydraulics on Hybrid Recycling Trucks to Reduce Costs, Emissions in Ann Arbor, Mich.

July 29, 2010 - With help from stimulus funds, Ann Arbor, Mich., acquires four garbage trucks outfitted with technology to boost efficiency and keep fuel costs low.

New Federal Energy Policy May Result in 1 Million Electric Vehicles on U.S. Roads

July 26, 2010 - New technology would enable the grid to have a mutually beneficial relationship with the electric-dependent plug-in vehicles.

Pennsylvania Police Departments Connect Wirelessly to School District Camera Feeds to Aid Incident Response

July 25, 2010 - Pennsylvania school districts give police direct access to their video camera feeds to aid situational awareness in case of emergency.

Los Angeles to Test Simulation Model That Predicts Criminals' Reactions to Increased Policing

July 23, 2010 - Math-based computer simulation model analyzes how different crime hot spots respond to increased policing.

Industry Experts Detail Current Technology Trends and What They See Farther Down the Road

July 18, 2010 - Future IT visions from experts at Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft, IBM, Accela and TerreStar Networks

Virginia Fast Tracks Energy Rebates via Online Automation Process

July 16, 2010 - Online program speeds energy rebates to citizens and businesses.