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The jatropha shrub grows in tropical climates all over the world, and the seeds inside its crab apple shaped pods yield a greasy oil, like peanuts or soybeans. 
LEMOORE, Calif. -- Cash-strapped farmers in California's agricultural heartland and environmentalists at odds over water rights and wildlife protections finally agree on something: that thousands of acres of cracked, salty farmland is the perfect site for a sprawling utility-scale solar farm.
In February 2009, the Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC) and the San Diego Journal for Climate & Energy Law (JCEL) held the inaugural Climate & Energy Law Symposium on the USD campus.
At T.B. Penick, we're committed to building a green future and incorporating sustainability into every job, as well as into our everyday work environment. We integrate green techniques, environmentally friendly materials, and recycling and disposal processes into all our projects. We take pride in making design and architectural quality a cornerstone of our work, and with in-house LEED-accredited professionals on our project management staff, we bring sustainable construction expertise to every jobsite.
The word “green” has been San Diego’s most popular word the past few years -- and for good reason. Sustainable, environmentally/eco-friendly, green; all this jargon has been incorporated into products and services throughout San Diego.
C.W. Driver is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Brown as director of federal programs. Brown is an active member of the CMAA San Diego Chapter. His 20 years of experience with federal agencies -- including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, General Services Administration (GSA), Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) and the U.S. Postal Service -- will bring best practices to our federal clients.
The back yard of a single-family residence in suburbia is often considered an extension of the home. In a high-density urban environment, however, among the high-rise condominium and apartment complexes, residents have no private yard to call their own. Frankly, not having a yard to maintain often is one of the reasons people choose to live downtown. Where can downtown dwellers go to escape the built environment and wiggle their toes in a manicured lawn? These folks find respite in our local parks and open spaces.
In mid-May, Del Mar will host the Algae World Summit, an event designed to bring key players in the algae industry together to discuss the burgeoning sector.
When California cities were told it was time to green up their acts, the city of Santee took it to heart.
Founded in 1992 by Jeff Lindenthal, Green Field Paper Co. was well ahead of the eco-curve. Lindenthal initially sent the thank-you notes for his wedding on paper made from his wife’s wedding dress. Now, the company’s papermaking has expanded to include product lines such as greeting cards, stationery and promotional products from other non-wood, recycled materials like ground junk mail, organic cotton, garlic skins, hemp and coffee chaff. The most popular product: plantable paper.
One of the greenest and most sustainable education facilities in San Diego is creeping closer to reality, as the construction process moves forward for a new LEED campus in the South Bay.
EcoATM has come a long way from the Del Mar Starbucks where it was first dreamed up.
“Green washing,” politics and changing regulations are hot button issues for the green industry, experts said during a Daily Transcript executive roundtable.
California’s regulatory environment is less than ideal for manufacturing companies, however the region is becoming more attractive to certain types of companies, industry experts said Feb. 25 during a Daily Transcript Executive Roundtable.
Despite being the vice president of sales at Knight & Carver Wind Group, Gary Kanaby wears multiple hats.
Brian Hays joined Vari-Ro in the fall of 2008, after looking at several companies. The Lakeside company developed an innovative reverse osmosis technology for seawater and brackish water. Hays was attracted by the entrepreneurial opportunity and the chance to make a difference -- a large part of the world has inadequate access to clean, fresh drinking water. He is now part-owner and chief executive officer.
LEMOORE, Calif. -- Cash-strapped farmers in California's agricultural heartland and environmentalists at odds over water rights and wildlife protections finally agree on something: that thousands of acres of cracked, salty farmland is the perfect site for a sprawling utility-scale solar farm.
Learn about new options to finance solar energy systems, how retrofitting a swimming pool can reduce utility costs and local government’s latest commitment to become sustainable.
Learn about the latest eco-friendly innovations and how local businesses are trying to reduce their impact on the environment.
Read about local pioneers in environmental science, how electric cars are taking over San Diego’s streets, and why one Chargers player loves his Smart car.
From “green roofs” to sustainable surfboards, learn about the latest eco-friendly innovations and how local businesses are trying to reduce their impact on the environment.
Learn about the latest innovations in eco-friendly technology and how local businesses are going green.
Take a closer look at how businesses in various sectors throughout the region are embracing sustainability.
Take a closer look at how businesses in various sectors throughout the region are incorporating the green lifestyle.
Find out what local companies are on the cutting edge of green technologies, who's "going green" and how green building is being incorporated into our communities.
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