The Daily Sprout

Japan Announces New Emissions Plan: Japan’s PM said today Japan will cut greenhouse gas emissions by 60 to 80 percent by 2050 from current levels and launch an experimental carbon market – AFP.

Shell and Qatar Petroleum to Invest $70M in Carbon Storage: Oil giant Royal Dutch Shell and Qatar Petroleum say they will invest up to $70 million to research carbon dioxide storage projects at Qatar Science & Technology Park and Imperial College over the next 10 years – Bloomberg News.

Rumor Mill: GM Hasn’t Picked Volt Battery Yet: GM now says they have not yet decided on what battery they will use for their plug-in Volt, but likely candidates include A123 and LG Chem – Autoblog Green.

How High Are Gas Prices Near You?: If you’re on the coasts of the country you’re likely paying more for your gasoline. Check out this awesome map to see who’s paying what where for gas – NYTimes.

First Solar on Kramer’s Mad Money: Answering a viewer question on First Solar, Kramer said he was “chagrined by the massive insider selling by the CEO” and invited the CEO on to explain his move. Right after that Kramer reiterated how much he loves coal companies – CNBC.

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