Monthly Archives: May 2007

Ex- Senators Robert Dole and Tom Daschle agree that more focus and investment in renewable energy, cellulosic ethanol in particular, would be a good way to increase the United States sustainable fuel production.  North Dakota has some of the United States … Continue reading →

"This state, it seems to me in particular which does have rich resources in energy and underused resources, particularly in wind I think could be an energy giant," says principal assistant secretary in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, … Continue reading →

"Consumers may pay a little more for food due to the increased value of corn; however, farmers only get, on average, 20 cents of every food dollar  The spiraling cost of gasoline and diesel fuel is having and will continue … Continue reading →

"Sustainable development means development that maintains or enhances economic opportunity and community well-being while protecting and restoring the natural environment upon which people and economies depend. Sustainable development meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future … Continue reading →

"Alternatively called "healthy," livable" or sustainable communities, these efforts are integrative, inclusive and participatory. In many communities — large and small, rural and urban — issues are being addressed in an interconnected manner."  This quote is from the website of … Continue reading →

"A Sustainable Community acknowledges that economic, environmental and social issues are interrelated and that these issues should be addressed "holistically." "Sustainable development is an ambitious process in which a community develops attitudes and ongoing actions that strengthen its natural environment, … Continue reading →

"Sustainable development is an ambitious process in which a community develops attitudes and ongoing actions that strengthen its natural environment, economy and social well-being  Benefits include more livable communities, lower costs and an environment safe for future generations." I found … Continue reading →

The North Dakota Renewable Fuels action Summit presentations from keynote speakers former CIA chief Woolsey and current Department of Energy deputy John Mizroch had very similar messages: North Dakota has incredible potential to be a major producer of a wide … Continue reading →

The North Dakota Renewable Fuels action Summit presentations from keynote speakers former CIA chief Woolsey and current Department of Energy deputy John Mizroch had very similar messages: North Dakota has incredible potential to be a major producer of a wide … Continue reading →

"North Dakota is well positioned in its “tall grass” prairie region to produce energy crops such as switchgrass, but research officials say work and money is needed to achieve “energy crops” at the levels of success that farmers have achieved … Continue reading →