Increasing the fuel economy of our nation's vehicles is vital to addressing rising gas prices and health and environmental risks of unchecked global warming.But for transportation to truly become a climate solution,we must also reduce the heat-trapping>>>
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OMG this is so incredible; you HAVE to see the video. I wish I knew how to post it on here.
Guy Negre has developed a car that runs on compressed air, goes up to 60 mph, and can potentially refuel itself in transit.
People presume green technology is only going to do well in rich countries. Far from the case. No Apagones ("No Blackouts") shows how to clearly, effectively make the case for $2 CFL lights in a country where they make $60-100 a month.
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