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APRIL 9, 2010

Average precipitation for the US was below normal, but heavy rainfall set March records in parts of the Northeast. Based on data going back to 1895, the monthly analyses prepared by scientists at NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) in Asheville, N.C., are part of the suite of NOAA climate services.

Rhode Island 186

Rhode Island New Hampshire Vermont Wisconsin 186

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MAY 7, 2010

Based on a 116-year record since 1895, this monthly analysis prepared by scientists at NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center in Asheville, NC, is part of the suite of climate services NOAA provides. These analyses are based on preliminary data, which are subject to revision. Tags: Brief. Source: NOAA. Click to enlarge.

Rhode Island 199

Rhode Island Louisiana Mississippi South Carolina 199

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2010

The project will develop a new device called the Galloping Hydrokinetic Energy Extraction Device that will convert fast-moving river currents into an oscillating motion that will drive a dielectric elastomer generator (DEG). The DEG will generate electricity without the need for rotors or other moving parts. DOE Funding: $240,000.

Mariner 210

Mariner Energy Alaska New Jersey 210

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JUNE 24, 2010

Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia. Tags: Biomass Fuels. This region has the most robust growing season in the US that supports the highest gallons-per-acre crops of all biofuels crops. million acres, 11.4% Resources.

Renewable 210

Renewable Standards Fuel Rhode Island 210

Plugs and Cars

JULY 1, 2009

In June about 500 cars were placed in consumer and fleet hands in Los Angeles and New York and New Jersey for what BMW calls a " field trial." Part of a green full court press has included placing the car with celebrities for a short while. The BMW Mini E has hit the streets. see the ad here.) It's the rules that stink.

Mini E 100

Mini E BMW Tax Credit Tax 100

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The 43 winning proposals were submitted by transit agencies from across the country as part of a nationwide competition for the $100 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) funds. The benefits of this project were identified as part of a recent energy review conducted of RIPTA facilities by Northern Energy Services.

Emissions 256

Emissions Gas Energy Maintenance 256

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AUGUST 14, 2009

With the US field trials of the MINI Es already underway for two months, BMW is already gathering data from the 450 drivers of MINI E electric-powered vehicles. The feedback and data provided by these early users is valuable because it comes from real-world, everyday use and not some laboratory experiment.

Mini E 240

Mini E Davis BMW Los Angeles 240