Featured UT scientists seek means to burn coal cleanly (Asher Price – Austin American Statesman, 01/23/2011) Researchers at the University of Texas are hoping to find a way to burn coal without contributing to global warming. Their mini power plant aims to capture about 90 percent of the carbon dioxide emitted by the mini-facility. The carbon emissions would then be…
Featured Innovation in managing water (Andrew Winston and William Sarni – ABC 13 News, 01/18/2011)Â Managing water and water services is becoming increasingly important. Many U.S. citizens said they believe water is the most important service they receive in their home, and would therefore, pay for imporved water infrastructure. The business community does not hold the same view. Many businesses admitted…
Featured Budget cuts loom over schools, health care, environment (Matthew Tresaugue – Houston Chronicle, 01/09/2011) The Texas Legislature is convening once again in Austin. With potential budget crisis, environmentalists expect lawmakers to spend less time on air and water issues. There is hope that lawmakers will consider advancing efficiency and cleaner energy. http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/politics/7373702.html I-Team: Council members call for stricter water…