The words ‘eco-friendly’ and ‘oil industry’ are rarely used together in a single sentence. The past industrial revolutions have increased the carbon footprint, but the modern era focuses more on a greener approach for industries to be more sustainable by reducing their carbon footprint.
Pennsylvania is making strides in turning around economic woes ahead of other states. What is helping? Looking to green, according to Jan Jarrett, President and CEO of PennFuture.
Making its way to 40 states and 20 countries, the latest 32-gallon trash disposal device, called the "Big Belly" uses solar energy to condense up to 150-200 gallons of waste. When trash reaches the top of the bin, a motor is generated to push it down. As the bin gets more packed, a light changes from green to yellow to red.
Governor Ed Rendell announced June 1 that the state is seeking $15 million in federal funding to expand the state’s use of biodiesel and alternative fuel vehicles by applying to the U.S. Department of Energy under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act.
