<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:rssdatehelper="urn:rssdatehelper"><channel><title>Globe Net</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com?ref=rss</link><pubDate></pubDate><generator>umbraco</generator><description>Globe Net News</description><language>en</language><item><title>Are Environmental Assessments Worth the Time and Costs?</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/11/are-environmental-assessments-worth-the-time-and-costs.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/11/are-environmental-assessments-worth-the-time-and-costs.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Recent study suggests Ontario's Environmental Assessment process is taking a big bite out of the provincial economy.
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Recent study suggests Ontario's Environmental Assessment process is taking a big bite out of the provincial economy.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Ballard to Advance Non-Automotive Fuel Cell Commercialization</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/ballard-to-advance-non-automotive-fuel-cell-commercialization.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/ballard-to-advance-non-automotive-fuel-cell-commercialization.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Projects will focus on fuel cell durability and cost to enable        widespread commercialization of fuel cells for diverse applications
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Projects will focus on fuel cell durability and cost to enable        widespread commercialization of fuel cells for diverse applications
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Cities of Tomorrow – Will Rio lead the way?</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/cities-of-tomorrow-–-will-rio-lead-the-way.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/cities-of-tomorrow-–-will-rio-lead-the-way.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Rio de Janeiro, the host of the 2016 Olympic Games is considering designs for a suspended city along the region’s densely populated urban waterfront that could provide new homes for residents of Rio’s infamous squatter settlements (favelas) and write a new chapter in sustainable urban design.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Rio de Janeiro, the host of the 2016 Olympic Games is considering designs for a suspended city along the region’s densely populated urban waterfront that could provide new homes for residents of Rio’s infamous squatter settlements (favelas) and write a new chapter in sustainable urban design.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Carbon Emissions ‘Outsourced’ to Developing Countries</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/carbon-emissions-‘outsourced’-to-developing-countries.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/carbon-emissions-‘outsourced’-to-developing-countries.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ More than one-third of carbon-dioxide emissions linked to the consumption of goods and services in many developed countries are emitted outside their borders]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ More than one-third of carbon-dioxide emissions linked to the consumption of goods and services in many developed countries are emitted outside their borders]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>California PV Solar Energy System Goes Live With Canadian Solar Modules  </title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/california-pv-solar-energy-system-goes-live-with-canadian-solar-modules--.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/california-pv-solar-energy-system-goes-live-with-canadian-solar-modules--.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Canadian Solar Inc., one of the world's largest solar companies, has announced activation of a 540kW ground- mount photovoltaic (PV) solar electric system at Minturn Huller Cooperative, Inc., a premier almond huller and sheller for more than 260 almond growers in Central Valley, Calif. 
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Canadian Solar Inc., one of the world's largest solar companies, has announced activation of a 540kW ground- mount photovoltaic (PV) solar electric system at Minturn Huller Cooperative, Inc., a premier almond huller and sheller for more than 260 almond growers in Central Valley, Calif. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Cultivating crops on city rooftops</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/cultivating-crops-on-city-rooftops.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/cultivating-crops-on-city-rooftops.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Climate change and population growth mean walls, balconies and roofs across Europe's cities could take on a greener complexion as food production becomes part of the urban landscape.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Climate change and population growth mean walls, balconies and roofs across Europe's cities could take on a greener complexion as food production becomes part of the urban landscape.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Vertical Farming Company Chosen as Sustainability Leader</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/vertical-farming-company-chosen-as-sustainability-leader.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/vertical-farming-company-chosen-as-sustainability-leader.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Nike, U.S. State Department, NASA and USAID-Sponsored Competition Picks Valcent Inc. as One of the Ten Best Companies in the World for a Sustainable Future]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Nike, U.S. State Department, NASA and USAID-Sponsored Competition Picks Valcent Inc. as One of the Ten Best Companies in the World for a Sustainable Future]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Let’s say climate change isn’t a problem…</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/let’s-say-climate-change-isn’t-a-problem….aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/let’s-say-climate-change-isn’t-a-problem….aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ if you're looking for new inspiration for innovation, consider new products, services and business models through the green lens. It will make sense - regardless if you believe in climate change or not.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ if you're looking for new inspiration for innovation, consider new products, services and business models through the green lens. It will make sense - regardless if you believe in climate change or not.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Climate of fear</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/climate-of-fear.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/10/climate-of-fear.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ The integrity of climate research has taken a very public battering in recent months. Scientists must now emphasize the science, while acknowledging that they are in a street fight.
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ The integrity of climate research has taken a very public battering in recent months. Scientists must now emphasize the science, while acknowledging that they are in a street fight.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Energy Efficiency Proposals Could Create 333,000 Jobs in 2010</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/energy-efficiency-proposals-could-create-333,000-jobs-in-2010.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/energy-efficiency-proposals-could-create-333,000-jobs-in-2010.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Proposed federal energy efficiency jobs provisions would create about 333,000 jobs in 2010 and then 184,000 jobs in 2011 according to a new analysis released today by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Proposed federal energy efficiency jobs provisions would create about 333,000 jobs in 2010 and then 184,000 jobs in 2011 according to a new analysis released today by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>IBM makes biodegradable plastic from plants </title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/ibm-makes-biodegradable-plastic-from-plants-.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/ibm-makes-biodegradable-plastic-from-plants-.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Earth-friendly plastic from plants could replace petroleum-based products that are tough on the environment.
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Earth-friendly plastic from plants could replace petroleum-based products that are tough on the environment.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Today's students set sustainable practices they want as employees</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/today's-students-set-sustainable-practices-they-want-as-employees.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/today's-students-set-sustainable-practices-they-want-as-employees.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Student suggestions show how companies can be more sustainable and better able to compete for top talent]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Student suggestions show how companies can be more sustainable and better able to compete for top talent]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>EPA Seeks Comments on U.S. Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/epa-seeks-comments-on-us-greenhouse-gas-inventory-report.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/epa-seeks-comments-on-us-greenhouse-gas-inventory-report.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Despite minor decline on 2008, overall, emissions have grown by 13.6 percent from 1990 to 2008.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Despite minor decline on 2008, overall, emissions have grown by 13.6 percent from 1990 to 2008.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Out of the Running?</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/out-of-the-running.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/9/out-of-the-running.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ A clean-energy call to arms - China, Germany, and Spain are early winners in the next great technological and industrial revolution. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ A clean-energy call to arms - China, Germany, and Spain are early winners in the next great technological and industrial revolution. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Clean Energy Markets - Jobs and Opportunities</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/8/clean-energy-markets---jobs-and-opportunities.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/8/clean-energy-markets---jobs-and-opportunities.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Passing comprehensive climate and energy legislation that prices carbon will give businesses the certainty needed to unleash millions of dollars in clean energy investments that will create U.S. jobs and expand economic opportunities.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Passing comprehensive climate and energy legislation that prices carbon will give businesses the certainty needed to unleash millions of dollars in clean energy investments that will create U.S. jobs and expand economic opportunities.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Aboriginal Energy &amp; Power Association Formed</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/8/national-aboriginal-energy--power-association-formed.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/8/national-aboriginal-energy--power-association-formed.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ National Aboriginal Energy & Power Association (NAEPA) to act as a guide for Aboriginal groups across Canada to realize the economic potential of power and energy development.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ National Aboriginal Energy & Power Association (NAEPA) to act as a guide for Aboriginal groups across Canada to realize the economic potential of power and energy development.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Four ways to combat climate change</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/8/four-ways-to-combat-climate-change.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/8/four-ways-to-combat-climate-change.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ The time has come for action, and to realize that in the broadest terms there are only four ways to reduce our over-reliance on fossil fuels. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ The time has come for action, and to realize that in the broadest terms there are only four ways to reduce our over-reliance on fossil fuels. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The 100 Best Corporate Citizens</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/7/the-100-best-corporate-citizens.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/7/the-100-best-corporate-citizens.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ This list ranks companies on publicly available information in seven categories: environmental impact, climate change, human rights, philanthropy, employee relations, financial performance and governance.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ This list ranks companies on publicly available information in seven categories: environmental impact, climate change, human rights, philanthropy, employee relations, financial performance and governance.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Trust, but Verify – a New Mantra for Customer Growth</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/trust,-but-verify-–-a-new-mantra-for-customer-growth.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/trust,-but-verify-–-a-new-mantra-for-customer-growth.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ How does increased transparency lead to 18% revenue growth while opaqueness seems to lead to -6% in revenue reductions?  EngagementDB’s report (2009) showed that companies that are open with their customers, active in social media and communicating in multiple formats about their operations tend to generate higher brand loyalty, consistent customer retention and higher revenue growth]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ How does increased transparency lead to 18% revenue growth while opaqueness seems to lead to -6% in revenue reductions?  EngagementDB’s report (2009) showed that companies that are open with their customers, active in social media and communicating in multiple formats about their operations tend to generate higher brand loyalty, consistent customer retention and higher revenue growth]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>EDC commits up to $10 million in equity to Water Fund</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/edc-commits-up-to-$10-million-in-equity-to-water-fund.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/edc-commits-up-to-$10-million-in-equity-to-water-fund.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Export Development Canada (EDC) has announced up to USD 10 million in equity commitments to XPV Water Fund Limited Partnership, a Canadian venture capital fund of up to USD 150 million focused on growth investments in the water sector, an area of significant growth potential for Canada. 
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Export Development Canada (EDC) has announced up to USD 10 million in equity commitments to XPV Water Fund Limited Partnership, a Canadian venture capital fund of up to USD 150 million focused on growth investments in the water sector, an area of significant growth potential for Canada. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>N.S. announces wind turbine plant</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/ns-announces-wind-turbine-plant.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/ns-announces-wind-turbine-plant.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Nova Scotia's green economy is continuing to grow through a new venture between the province of Nova Scotia and Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Ltd. (DSME). 
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Nova Scotia's green economy is continuing to grow through a new venture between the province of Nova Scotia and Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Ltd. (DSME). 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Warning Issued Over Invasive Biofuel Crops</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/warning-issued-over-invasive-biofuel-crops.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/warning-issued-over-invasive-biofuel-crops.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ New recommendation for biofuel crops warns species already recognised as invasive should be avoided.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ New recommendation for biofuel crops warns species already recognised as invasive should be avoided.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Budget takes the wind out of clean energy sails</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/budget-takes-the-wind-out-of-clean-energy-sails.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/budget-takes-the-wind-out-of-clean-energy-sails.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ In lieu of clean energy subsidies, Ottawa plans new regulations to encourage renewable energy generation, Environment Minister Jim Prentice says.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ In lieu of clean energy subsidies, Ottawa plans new regulations to encourage renewable energy generation, Environment Minister Jim Prentice says.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Additional Substances Assessed under the Chemicals Management Plan</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/additional-substances-assessed-under-the-chemicals-management-plan.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/additional-substances-assessed-under-the-chemicals-management-plan.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Government of Canada Completes Assessments for 14 
substances assessed in Batch 7 of the Chemicals Management Plan]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Government of Canada Completes Assessments for 14 
substances assessed in Batch 7 of the Chemicals Management Plan]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Cooling by Sound - A New Way to Lower Energy Costs of Air Conditioning</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/cooling-by-sound---a-new-way-to-lower-energy-costs-of-air-conditioning.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/6/cooling-by-sound---a-new-way-to-lower-energy-costs-of-air-conditioning.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Palo Alto Research Center (PARC), spun out of Xerox PARC, is developing a new form of refrigeration based on based on thermoacoustics that could be three times as efficient as existing forms. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Palo Alto Research Center (PARC), spun out of Xerox PARC, is developing a new form of refrigeration based on based on thermoacoustics that could be three times as efficient as existing forms. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Will public support for efficiency continue? </title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/5/will-public-support-for-efficiency-continue-.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/5/will-public-support-for-efficiency-continue-.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ What’s the shelf life of today’s support for energy efficiency technologies? The industry has seen an unprecedented boom over the last several years. But all booms eventually bust.
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ What’s the shelf life of today’s support for energy efficiency technologies? The industry has seen an unprecedented boom over the last several years. But all booms eventually bust.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>ChemiGreen to introduce its latest invention at GLOBE 2010 </title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/5/chemigreen-to-introduce-its-latest-invention-at-globe-2010-.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/5/chemigreen-to-introduce-its-latest-invention-at-globe-2010-.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ ChemiGreen Inc., the developer and manufacturer of the WI-Plug Wireless Spill Containment System, will introduce its latest invention, The Dock Plug, at Globe 2010]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ ChemiGreen Inc., the developer and manufacturer of the WI-Plug Wireless Spill Containment System, will introduce its latest invention, The Dock Plug, at Globe 2010]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Review backs man-made global warming </title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/5/review-backs-man-made-global-warming-.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/5/review-backs-man-made-global-warming-.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ A U.K. Met Office review of the latest climate research confirms our planet is changing rapidly and man-made greenhouse gas emissions are very likely to be the cause. 
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ A U.K. Met Office review of the latest climate research confirms our planet is changing rapidly and man-made greenhouse gas emissions are very likely to be the cause. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Report Warns Oil Sands Investors of Toxic Wastewaters Financial Risk</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/4/report-warns-oil-sands-investors-of-toxic-wastewaters-financial-risk.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/4/report-warns-oil-sands-investors-of-toxic-wastewaters-financial-risk.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Government Mandated Clean-Up Could Wipe Out Earnings of Biggest Producer 
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Government Mandated Clean-Up Could Wipe Out Earnings of Biggest Producer 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Satisfying a hunger for tougher organic meat and milk rules</title><link>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/4/satisfying-a-hunger-for-tougher-organic-meat-and-milk-rules.aspx?ref=rss</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.globe-net.com/articles/2010/march/4/satisfying-a-hunger-for-tougher-organic-meat-and-milk-rules.aspx?ref=rss</guid><description><![CDATA[ Natural food advocates are optimistic that the government is committed to a meaningful certification process. They point to an edict that livestock must graze on pasture at least four months a year.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Natural food advocates are optimistic that the government is committed to a meaningful certification process. They point to an edict that livestock must graze on pasture at least four months a year.]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>