New factories in China and the U.S. secure strong footprint in the most important wind energy markets.
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Lufft USA announced the addition of MODBUS to its list of communication standards
Lufft sensors are recommended for solar power, wind energy and building automation applications.
Continue readingNissan Making Waves with New Electric Vehicles
Nissan has released the first all electric car in the United States called Leaf. It provides enough seating for five people, a spacious interior, and a surprisingly, solidly built frame.
Continue readingBrazil is able to have 93% renewable energy by 2050
Natural gas would account for 7.3% of Brazil’s energy mix, ocean energy 0.77%, hydroelectric plants 45.6%, wind energy 20.3%, biomass 16.6% and solar energy 9.26%.
Continue readingNew report calls for wind energy projects along the East Coast
The Atlantic Ocean is well-suited to the development of wind power projects, the report states, because of wind speeds and the relatively shallow waters of the continental shelf area off the coast.
Continue readingMedicine Hat, Alberta Concentrating Solar Power project a first in Canada
The demonstration concentrated solar energy project will install troughs in an area of about 100 metres by 100 metres and will be the first of its kind in Canada.
Continue readingWind energy sideswiped in utility rate story
When there is a surplus of wind energy, the report said, the utility must sell it on the spot power market, at a price lower than it is paying wind farm owners for their production.
Continue readingScientists give wind energy a clean bill of health
While there are legitimate issues worth debating with regard to wind power development, public health impacts are not among them.
Continue readingChina to invest in solar power infrastructure
Thirteen development zones around the country have been recognized as the first demonstration projects for the solar power generation.
Continue readingState of climate crisis report launched in Cancun
DARA, a leading humanitarian research organization, and the Climate Vulnerable Forum, a group of committed most vulnerable countries, launched a major new global report on the state of the climate crisis.
Continue readingE-Mobility Italy Keeps Its Promises: First Deliveries Due at the Bologna Motor Show
The incredibly low monthly payment of ?400 + VAT for the first smart fortwo electric vehicles in the e-mobility Italy project includes rental, routine maintenance, a replacement car and a guarantee for the lifetime.
Continue readingGryphon Resources Reports Results on Demand for Lithium
Top producing countries for lithium last year were Chile with 7,400 tonnes; Australia 4,400 tonnes; China 2,300 tonnes; and Argentina 2,200 tonnes, with worldwide estimates totaling 18,000 tonnes.
Continue readingElectric Vehicles Nissan LEAF Debuts in Japan Start of Sales on December 20th
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the all-new 100% electric cae, zero-emission Nissan LEAF, which goes on sale December 20th at Nissan dealers nationwide.
Continue readingCanada Lithium Closes $10 Million BlackRock, Inc. Financing
Canada Lithium Corp. (TSX:CLQ)(OTCQX:CLQMF) announced today that it has closed the previously announced $10 million private placement to affiliates of BlackRock, Inc.
Continue readingWind Works Power Confirms Project Financing of 10 Million Euro for Wind Farm Burg I
Wind Farm Burg I is the first phase of a 2-phase, 10MW wind energy project located near Magdeburg in the eastern part of Germany.
Continue readingFirst Wind Secures $98 Million Financing for Rollins Wind Power Project
Wind energy project will create construction jobs, local tax revenues, work for small local businesses and clean energy for about 23,000 homes.
Continue readingAmerican Wind Energy Experts at Cancun Climate Talks
By helping reduce pollution and water use, wind power is a key element in helping fight the effects of climate change.
Continue readingTesla-TMC ‘RAV4 EV’ Concept Debuts at LA Show
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces the debut of the “RAV4 EV” concept, an electric vehicle it is developing jointly with Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla).
Continue readingMitsubishi Heavy Industries Acquires Artemis Intelligent Power
MHI Acquires Artemis Intelligent Power, a UK Venture Company, to Secure Unique Hydraulic Power Drive Technology.
Continue readingIranian company to set up 1,000 MW wind energy in Pakistan
An Iranian Company M/s Sanir has signed a $100 million with a Pakistani company to provide 1000 MW electricity to Sindh province by setting up wind power plant.
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