Storing energy in salt; Poet reduces cellulosic ethanol production costs; Top 10 Eco Gadgets; Cash for Caulkers; Recycled Messenger Bag

Solar plant to store energy in molten salt SolarReserve and Preneal have garnered the necessary permit to build a 50-megawatt thermal-solar plant in Spain that will use molten salt to store and release solar energy.

Poet reduces cellulosic ethanol production costs No, not that kind of Poet. Poet LLC, the nation’s top ethanol producer, says it is has reduced its cellulosic ethanol production cost during the past year from $4.13 per gallon to $2.35 per gallon.

Top 10 Eco Gadgets for 2009 Having tracked the popularity of eco gadgets reviewed on EnviroGadget this year, I have created a compilation of the top green gadgets available to buy. The ranking is based on the number of clicks and views of each review on EnviroGadget.

“Cash for Caulkers” Could Deliver $23B for Home Energy Efficiency The White House is reportedly considering rolling out a two-year, $23 billion program to encourage homeowners to undertake weatherization projects such as adding air sealing, insulation and energy-saving light bulbs. The program would be called Home Star.

Gorilla Sacks Recycled Messenger Bag Gorilla Sacks are made from actual recycled vinyl billboards. Great way to carry all your other earth friendly products.