A Big Upgrade for InterContinentalExchange (The Motley Fool)

This bullish call comes from more than just one source.

Smart farming, carbon credit program help reduce greenhouse gases (The Prairie Star)

Chemicals such as methane and nitrogen, in addition to some farming practices, are making an impact on the environment. However, there are ways to control these and even benefit financially from the changes, experts say.

Cap and trade arrives in the Northeast: First carbon auction set for Thursday (Scientific American)

Why bid on a Picasso when you could buy a carbon credit instead? [More]

799 Stocks We Can’t Short, Let’s Make an Index (ETFguide.com via Yahoo! Finance)

SAN DIEGO – While well-intentioned, the ban of short-selling has caused some unexpected ripple effects. Is it time for a new SEC index?