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Worldwatch Institute report finds global energy intensity increased in 2010 for second year in a row

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Between 2004 and 2008, global energy intensity experienced its sharpest decline in 30 years, with an average annual growth rate of 1.87%. World crude oil prices more than tripled between 2004 and 2008—the fastest rise since the oil crisis of the late 1970s—contributing to the sharp decline in energy intensity during that period.

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Li-ion battery maker Boston-Power announces $125M in new financing; focus on and support from China

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Additionally, through its stimulus programs and local industrial policies, the Chinese government is providing a range of grants, low-interest loans and related financial and tax incentives. Along with Founder and International Chairman Dr. Christina Lampe-Önnerud, Boston-Power’s board includes Bandel Carano, managing partner, and Allan C.Y.

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"The Doctor Will See Your Electronic Health Record Now"

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In 2004, President George W. Then, in 2009, during efforts to mitigate the financial crisis, newly elected President Barack Obama signed the $787 billion economic stimulus bill. health care system in a worse place than when President Bush first declared his EHR goal in 2004. Bush set an ambitious goal for U.S.

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Report from the REFF-Wall Street; Themes in Renewable Energy Finance

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The stimulus package is designed to address the recession and in the short term people were anxiously awaiting two key components of the plan: clarification on the details behind “ grants in lieu of tax credits ” and awards of loan guarantees by the DOE from section 1705. Billion vs. $28.3 Billion in 2008).

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“The Doctor Will See Your Electronic Health Record Now”

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In 2004, President George W. Then, in 2009, during efforts to mitigate the financial crisis, newly elected President Barack Obama signed the $787 billion economic stimulus bill. health care system in a worse place than when President Bush first declared his EHR goal in 2004. Bush set an ambitious goal for U.S.