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EBay denies it's bringing PayPal-only plan from Australia

Negative publicity about an eBay plan to force buyers and sellers in Australia to use Paypal, its online payment system, and speculation that it might try a similar approach in the United States prompted a strong denial from the company Friday.

EBay opens building with largest solar roof in San Jose

Today eBay burnishes its green credentials, dedicating an energy-efficient building on its North First Street campus.

Americans ranked last in consumers' environmental behavior rating

WASHINGTON - Brazilians and Indian consumers ranked the most environmentally friendly in a new study that put Americans in last place.

Sunnyvale plans solar pilot project at fire station

The city of Sunnyvale will install a $140,000 solar panel array on its Fire Station No. 2, which is located at East Arques Avenue and Wolfe Road, and spend roughly $2,000 on visual and written educational materials.

Ethanol commitment scrutinized so soon?

WASHINGTON - Just months ago, ethanol was the Holy Grail to energy independence and a "green fuel" that would help nudge the country away from climate-changing fossil energy.

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SF Green - next Monday (12 May)

I signed up to attend the SF Green/Venture Beat event at 111 Minna next Monday. Anyone else attending?

Apparently, Tesla Motors and SmartCar will have prototypes on display, which I am excited about. Here is the link to register for SF Green.

Posted by Jessica Kositz on May 8th, 2008 at 8:39am — No Comments (Add)

All About Earth Day

For those of you who are new to green awareness, or perhaps newer than 1970 to this planet -- us old folks forgive you as we were once young ourselves -- here's a brief history of Earth Day from the folks at the Wilderness Society. Started by Gaylord Nelson, a U.S. Senator from Wis… Continue

Posted by Matt Nauman on April 18th, 2008 at 10:06am — No Comments (Add)

HP, San Francisco's Method Among Best Green Companies for Families

Working Mother magazine is out with its annual list of the Best Green Companies for America's Children. How do they pick 'em? Well, the press release doesn't say, instead describing the 40 winners as "progressive" and "making eco-friendly strides." Also, my reporter antennae tell me that this is more ceremonial than statistical: * There are no repeat winners from 2007, so it's obviously not a ranking. * And the 40 winners will participate in a sustainability forum in May, so perhaps those tha… Continue

Posted by Matt Nauman on April 17th, 2008 at 10:16am — No Comments (Add)

Follow the Bouncing (Green) Ball

Just in time for the NBA playoffs -- hard to believe the Warriors aren't in the post-season with that great record -- Wilson has introduced the Rebound, a green basketball. Its surface is made from 40% recycled rubber, the sporting-good company says. What does that mean? Well, for eve… Continue

Posted by Matt Nauman on April 16th, 2008 at 4:00pm — No Comments (Add)

Wired Zaps Zap!

Wired magazine offers a scathing look at Zap, the Northern California seller of electric vehicles. Or, as the lengthy story shows, the Northern California issuer of press releases and stock shares. Here's the story. It certainly offers a cautionary note as the number of "green" companies rapidly expands.

Posted by Matt Nauman on April 16th, 2008 at 10:20am — No Comments (Add)

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What do you think about Mayor Reed's $0-down solar challenge?

Last week, in a push to get more solar on San Jose roofs, Mayor Chuck Reed issued a 60-day challenge to solar installers, asking them to come up with a way that residents and businesses can get sol... Continue

Tagged: reed, solar

Started by Matt Nauman Apr 14

Is Turning Your Solar Roof Into a Money-maker a Good Idea?
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That's the premise of AB 1920, which I'm writing about. Right now, you can get your electricity bill down to $0.00, but it you generate more than you use, you can't get a check back from that extra... Continue

Started by Matt Nauman. Last reply by Tony Basile Apr 10.