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Manufactured nanomaterials can be found in such diverse applications as electronics, cosmetics, paints, and even medicines, but their effects on the environment remain largely unknown. In a new laboratory study, scientists have found that saltwater oysters and mussels take up and retain significant amounts of manufactured nanoparticles from seawater in clumps of so-called “marine snow.”
via Study examines how nanoparticles affect marine organisms | nanowerk.
More local nano-news is here ::: While smaller is often better in the field of nanotechnology, where new materials and technologies are created on an atomic and molecular scale, the shrinking state budget has left Yale and University of Connecticut researchers scrambling to find other sources of funding.
via State cuts stall Yale nanotech center | Yale Daily News.
As Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, works to carry out the goals outlined in the President’s Climate Commitment, the Sustainability Committee and the Utilities Department are considering bringing more renewable energy sources to campus. The plans on the table include two major projects: Ageo-thermal plant and solar panels on top of the Freeman Athletic Center.
via Committees Propose Geothermal Plant and Solar Panels — The Wesleyan Argus.
Connecticut Wells, which completed a state-of-the-art geothermal project on Liberty Island last month, was established in 1966 as a company that focused on drilling wells for water. It was founded and is still owned by local entrepreneur Thomas Mahan.
via Bethlehem company feeling the geothermal heat | The Republican-American.
WINSTED — Northwestern Regional High School officials are still waiting to get the green light to flick the switch for a new solar energy system after a strong winter wind storm late last month delayed bringing the system online.
The project, which is being managed by Vermont-based GrowSolar, involved the installation of 3,000 individual solar panels on the district building’s roof.
via Northwestern ready to switch to solar | TCExtra.com.
Homeowners, Businesses, Nonprofits Eligible for Grants
 Image taken from The International Ground Source Heat Pump Association website. Click on the image to visit igshpa.okstate.edu/ Gov. M. Jodi Rell today announced the state is dedicating $4.5 million in federal stimulus funds to help homeowners, businesses and nonprofit groups pay for the installation of geothermal heat pump systems, an investment that will lower fuel and electricity bills and promote use of alternative energy. The cost-effective technology harnesses the Earth’s natural thermal energy for heating and cooling.
“This is a wonderful opportunity and incentive for hundreds of ratepayers to boost the use of efficient, natural energy,” Governor Rell said. “Connecticut is a national leader in embracing and promoting greener, cleaner energy. That allows us to create opportunities for new industry, new jobs and a healthier environment.”
The new Geothermal Heat Pump Incentive Program is part of the comprehensive State Energy Plan that has qualified for $38 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA).
Continue reading Governor Rell: $4.5 Million in Stimulus Funds to Boost Use of Geothermal Heating/Cooling Systems
A West Haven woman found herself with a failing furnace but wanted to look beyond a typical replacement. Gaye Hyre saved $50,000 through grants from utility companies, a break in the sales tax, breaks in local property taxes, huge federal tax incentives and monetary rebates from the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund.
via Finding A Way to Go Green Without Breaking the Bank | NBC Connecticut.
GENEVA — Switzerland has ended a pioneering geothermal project, authorities said Thursday, three years after the deep drilling into the ground caused a series of earthquakes, scaring residents of the northwestern city of Basel.
via Swiss stop pioneering geothermal project – World AP – MiamiHerald.com.
Custom Mechanical Services says they are excited that the State of Connecticut is allotting $4 million of federal stimulus money to open a grant on geothermal installations. The grant will provide homeowners and commercial/industrial establishments alike, a $2,000 refund per ton of heating capacity. An average home requires about 4 tons of heating capacity. According to CMS, homeowners will be looking at an $8,000 refund on a new geothermal installation. This is in addition to the usual 30-percent federal tax credit that is available for qualifying geothermal heat pumps and high efficiency heating or cooling systems. They recommend visiting ctcleanenergy.com for more information about this program.
Department of Energy will sink $25 million into what is called an “enhanced” or “engineered” geothermal demonstration project in Oregon being developed in part by AltaRock Energy Inc., which recently halted work on a similar venture in California due to drilling problems. The grant — by far the largest on the list — is for the development of the Newberry Project, situated near an Oregon volcano. A joint venture between AltaRock and Connecticut-based Davenport Power, LLC, Newberry will begin as a 30 megawatt test facility that can develop into a 120 megawatt plant within the next two years.
via AltaRock Geothermal Gets New Boost – Green Inc. Blog – NYTimes.com.
SIMSBURY – Westminster School is so confident of its new geothermal system at the new, $34.6 million Armour Academic Center that it didn’t even bother to install a conventional backup boiler. In the winter, heat drawn from the relatively warmer circulating water is used to warm the building. In the summer, the relatively cooler water draws away the heat from the building to provide air conditioning.
via Prep Schools Leading The Way When It Comes To Going Green — Courant.com.
BRIDGEPORT, CT – Bridgeport’s emerging green collar economy will be the topic of discussion during the Green Market Exposition taking place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Barnum Museum, 820 Main St., Bridgeport. http://www.greenmarketexposition. org
SEE YOU THERE!!!
The Green Market Exposition will look at local sustainability and feature speakers and resources on green jobs, green job training, local green businesses, eco-friendly products, and provide information about sustainable living.
Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch will kick off the event at 10 a.m. A presentation by Susan Giordano of Alternative Global Energy, will follow.
Continue reading Event: Green Economy Topic Of Green Market Exposition Tomorrow — Oct. 21 — See You There!
WINDSOR — – A geothermal system that uses a heat pump and four, 250-foot-deep wells will be installed to meet the heating and cooling needs of the Nature Center at Northwest Park.
via Nature Center Gets Aid For New Geothermal Unit — Courant.com.
SIMSBURY — Among the facility’s features is a geothermal heat exchange system that will save about $20,000 annually in fuel costs, according to the school. Westminster officials hope the center will receive a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification of gold, one of the highest recognitions for a “green” building.
via Westminster School’s New Academic Center Opens — Courant.com.
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