February 2012 – Our Senior Bioenergy and Alternative Fuels Specialist Jim Jensen recently completed Biomethane for Transportation: Opportunities for Washington State for the Western Washington Clean Cities Coalition, along with a two-part webinar about biomethane, Costs and Benefits for Transportation and Transportation Experience and Opportunities in Washington State. These publications support Clean Cities' goals to reduce petroleum use, air pollution and greenhouse gas pollution while supporting local economic development.
Biomethane is produced by cleaning the biogas generated by anaerobic digestion of organic materials such as wastewater solids, livestock manure, food wastes, and yard debris. Biomethane can be used in all the ways natural gas is used, including as a vehicle fuel.
January 2012 – Energy experts, Washington residents and other shareholders interested in following state energy legislation need look no further than the Washington State Energy Legislation Tracking Tool for information on current bill activity. The bill tracking tool follows energy bills in the state legislature – including those submitted before the session begins. It features an interactive table detailing the current status of select energy bills. Users can also access legislative websites directly from the tool for additional bill history and information. The tool is available for use by the public through the Washington State University (WSU) Energy Program Library website.
December 2011 - The WSU Energy Program Library is a valuable resource for those wishing to lower energy costs this winter. Simple tactics – such as setting your thermostat back a few degrees – can make a difference in your utility bills. Our skilled librarians are available to assist residents of Washington state in several areas of energy efficiency research. They recommend visiting the EERE Energy Savers website or the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiencies website for tips on enjoying an energy-efficient winter season. For more information on the WSU Energy Library, visit their webpage.