Shane Downing, GreenBiz

Shane Downing

GreenBiz

Oakland, CA, United States

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Recent:
  • Unknown
Past:
  • GreenBiz
  • Hoodline
  • Sierra Club
  • ThinkProgress

Past articles by Shane:

Maersk is testing a biofuel that could alter the course of shipping

The LEO Project, which includes BMW, Levi Strauss, H&M and Marks & Spencer, proposes using a commonly found paper production byproduct as the source of maritime fuel. → Read More

8 electric truck and van companies to watch in 2020

Get ready for all-electric heavy-duty big rigs, semi-trucks, box trucks, delivery vans and more. → Read More

Castro's 'The Sausage Factory' To Remain Open

“We’re trying to go for another 50 years," said new owner Mario Azzolino. → Read More

'Friends Of Harvey Milk Plaza' Hosting 4 New Community Meetings

It's back to square one for the plaza's planned redesign. → Read More

Castro 'Pottery Barn' To Shutter Next Month

The store's lease is set to expire. → Read More

It Takes A Village To Raise An Urban Forest

Tomorrow, Friends of the Urban Forest will tackle the biggest sidewalk landscaping job it's ever done in San Francisco. → Read More

Wisdom Of The Crowd: Residents Shape Neighborhoods Via Participatory Budgeting

“It is a form of direct democracy that positively impacts our community,” said District 10 Supervisor Malia Cohen. → Read More

SFMTA Board Approves Demand-Based Parking Pricing

The transit agency will start installing "smart meters" early next year. → Read More

Honeymoon Sweet: Beck's Motor Lodge's Rooftop Bee Colony

The bees at the Castro hotel produced more than 100 pounds of honey this year. → Read More

Muni Rolls Out 1st New Light Rail Vehicle Since 1990s

The transportation agency plans to replace its entire LRV fleet by 2028. → Read More

District 3 Navigation Center Proposal Goes To Board Of Supervisors

The first choice is a city-owned parking lot, and the fallback option is a vacant pier. → Read More

Bail Set At $10 Million For Hayes Valley Murder Suspect

Suspect Othman Al-Muttalaby is expected to make a court appearance after he's released from the hospital. → Read More

2 Restaurateurs Apply For Liquor License At 'Sweet Inspiration'

The bakery's current owner told Hoodline he wants people to know that his cakes will still be available. → Read More

Arts Commission OKs New Design For Public Toilets, Ad Kiosks

The green-and-gold structures would be replaced with gray metal and security glass. → Read More

Petit Prêt-à-Porter: Kid's Clothing Store 'Mini-Chic' To Make Castro Debut

Before opening, the shop's native French owners hosted pop-ups to build their brand and clientele. → Read More

Critics React To Harvey Milk Plaza Redesign

The plaza's original architect said he wasn't even aware there was a redesign competition. → Read More

Tonight: SFPD Town Hall To Discuss Castro Halloween Shooting

Tonight’s meeting will begin at 6pm at the Eureka Valley Rec Center. → Read More

Hello Kitty: Mountain Lion Spotted Near Salesforce CEO's Home

The surveillance footage was captured in Pacific Heights near the Presidio. → Read More

The Old Landmark: Third Baptist Church Moves Closer To Historic Status

The church has served the city's African-American community since it was founded more than 160 years ago. → Read More

Local Firm Wins Harvey Milk Plaza Design Competition

The winning design is likely to be altered for engineering, technical and funding reasons. → Read More