Google sinks $10 million into geothermal energy technology; Fiat readies a stylish new hybrid; and soon you’ll be able charge your cellphone with kinetic energy..

Geothermal Energy: Google puts $10 Million Into New Technology: After stepping out early on solar nanotech and windpower, Google is turning its attention to geothermal energy. The company announced Tuesday that it will sink $10 million into Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). The technology rests on drilling for subterranian “hot rocks,” then pumping in water to create steam. Google’s main partners in the venture will be AltaRock Energy and Potter Drilling, both California companies. (Celsias)

Missouri Opens First Hydrogen Refuelling Station: Hydrogen is coming to the heartland. Missouri University of Science and Technology will host the state’s first hydrogen fueling station. Linde will supply fuel cell-grade gaseous hydrogen for the facility. The hydrogen is sourced from water at a Canadian facility run entirely on hydroelectric power. (Green Car Congress)

Report: Fiat readying 500 hybrid: Once upon a time, the Fiat 500 was known as a cheap, low-tech economy car. Today, the Fiat 500 is a zoomy looking European sedan with good fuel economy and even lower emissions. Now the Italian automaker is putting a hybrid version in the works, featuring a miserly 900cc engine, a high tech start-stop ignition system, and a dual clutch design. It seems to be based on the Fiat Aria 500 concept design which debuted at this year’s Geneva Auto Show. The new hybrid 500s could see production next year. (Autoblog Green)

M2E Charges Your Cell Phone With Kinetic Energy!: The Idaho energy startup M2E Power has found a consumer application for its kinetic power technology: cellphone batteries. M2E has largely focused on selling motion-to-electricity concepts to the military. But now they’re readying a motion-powered external battery charger for the lucrative cellphone market. The company thinks kinetic technology may eventually replace batteries in small devices such as cellphones, MP3 players, and digital cameras. (Inhabitat)

Commercial Kitchens Get Green Certification Program: A restaurant supply and equipment company is leading efforts to develop green certification for commercial kitchens. FoodServiceWarehouse.com has launched the Going Green Program, and industry wide effort to promote energy saving standards for commercial kitchens and restaurateurs. The program focuses on Energy Star approved appliances, water saving technology, and LEED certification. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy have identified professional kitchens as one of the largest single consumers of energy in commercial buildings. (Environmental Leader)

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