Clean Tech

California’s ARB Makes History—Approves Cap-and-Trade Regulations for State

Submitted by Verdexchange on January 4, 2011 - 4:30pm

Mary Nichols
Mary NicholsIn November, California voters soundly rejected Prop. 23, a ballot initiative that would have rolled back regulations arising from AB 32, the landmark greenhouse gas emissions reduction law that has positioned California as a worldwide leader in green policy and technology. In December, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved one of the most significant portions of AB 32’s policy mechanisms—cap-and-trade regulation for business and industry.

In November, California voters soundly rejected Prop.

BYD Coming to Los Angeles; California Gains a Foothold in EV Market and Clean Tech Manufacturing Sector

Submitted by Verdexchange on June 22, 2010 - 5:13pm

Wang Chuanfu
Wang ChuanfuThe proceedings at a press conference welcoming BYD-America to Los Angeles were celebratory.

Earlier this month California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa gathered to celebrate an announcement that BYD, a Chinese electronics, solar, and electri

VX2010 Panel: ‘How Successful are Government Initiatives in Driving the Alternative Energy Marketplace?’

Submitted by Verdexchange on June 22, 2010 - 4:41pm

Vicky Sharpe
Vicky SharpePolicy leaders from Canada, Germany, and Japan detail the government incentives that are paving the way for renewable energy development in their countries.

Last January, Clean and Green Technology leaders from around the world gathered in L.A. for VX2010: The VERDEXCHANGE Green Marketmakers Conference.

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