Solar homes go for high-tech and practicality

GE: Smart grid yields net-zero energy home
At its research labs, GE says it has the smart-grid technology, including solar panels and efficient appliances, to build a home that has a net-zero energy consumption.

Intel toots its research horn for chips--and more
The chipmaker struts its stuff for next-generation networking, processors, energy efficiency, and wireless power transmission at its research day.

The skinny on power management in Windows 7
Microsoft has gotten religion on energy efficiency and Windows by enhancing the default power management features for end users and IT pros, company executives say.

EPEAT rating to rank TVs' eco-features
A group that's not well known by consumers is creating a standards that measures environmental performance beyond energy efficiency. But it won't be ready until at least next year.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin on Buzz
Immediately following the Buzz announcement, Larry Magid chats with Google co-founder Sergey Brin about the new service.