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Special Report: A Low-Cost Energy Future

That dream is still a way off, but thanks to a confluence of events, from raging storms to terrorism to basic oil economics, conservation and alternative energy are back in the spotlight. These stories examine the progress and find a slew of notable trends: Homes that create as much energy as they consume, the rise of more fuel-efficient autos, even renewable power sources that serve individuals' needs (charge your cell phone with your solar purse). Plus: Simple tips for saving energy today.


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Retail Outlook
Will weakness in housing and rising energy prices mean consumers are running out of gas? We talk with a retail analyst and a consumer expert about the outlook for the holiday season

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Best Global Brands
These 100 brands are among the world's most recognized—and most valuable

Best Places to Launch a Career
We canvassed career-services directors, employers, and students to rank the best companies for recent graduates

BusinessWeek 50
Our picks of the top-performing companies from the S&P 500. Plus, regional rankings for Asia and Europe:
Asia's BusinessWeek 50
Europe's BusinessWeek 50

Customer Service Champs
Companies that excel at pleasing customers, based on J.D. Power & Associates customer satisfaction data and our own reader survey

Hot Growth 100
From young, upstart companies to those that have been around for centuries: Plus, regional rankings of top-performing small businesses in Asia and Europe:
Asia's Hot Growth 100
Europe's Hot Growth 100

Info Tech 100
Emerging-market cellular players, wireless phone and gear makers, and Web giants are this year's stars

World's Most Innovative Companies
Nurturing, creative cultures allow these companies to wow customers with innovative products and services

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Your Air Taxi Is Almost Ready For Takeoff
Boston's Linear Air is out to get a jump in this new form of point-to-point flying. While competitors wait for the arrival of new ``very light jets,'' the startup is building a customer base using existing aircraft.



Startup Stars, Eager for An Encore
At this year's DEMOfall conference devoted to innovative new products and services from startups, several tech veterans will be out to strike gold for a second or third time.



Will It Be Hybrids or Diesels? Probably Both
To compete in the fuel-hungry global market, carmakers are realizing they can no longer offer consumers just one alternative to gasoline engines.




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