Solar, Wind, Biomass, Geothermal, Hydrokinetic Energy, Biofuels and Synfuels, Fuel Cells, Microgrids, Smart Meters, and Energy Efficiency: U.S. Market Analysis and Forecasts. As the largest single consumer of energy in the world, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) is one of the most important drivers for the cleantech market today. The DOD has developed a … Continue reading Renewable Energy for Military Applications
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US’s biggest ever wind farm comes online
US-based Caithness Energy has opened its 845MW Shepherds Flat Wind Farm in Oregon. Derrel Grant, vice president of development at Caithness Energy, said, ‘Caithness Shepherds Flat is a prime example of smart energy – energy that simultaneously bolsters the economy, creates American jobs, and enhances our environment for future generations. ‘By utilising domestic renewable energy, … Continue reading US’s biggest ever wind farm comes online
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Wind Energy Industry: Wind Turbines Power Down Energy Prices
“When the wind turbine is built and is available, it runs. And when it runs, that generally means that natural gas-fired or coal-fired plants do not run, so it puts downward pressure on prices.” Home and business energy costs have been falling in the Midwest, and the wind industry is claiming partial credit. Bob Fagen … Continue reading Wind Energy Industry: Wind Turbines Power Down Energy Prices
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German Solar Power Installations Surpass 30 GWp Milestone
German solar installations make up more than the rest of Europe combined. Germany installed roughly 320 MWp of solar power in August, according to initial reports. This addition has bumped Germany past 30 GWp, the first country in the world to reach this level of photovoltaic capacity. Germany Trade & Investindustry experts will share the … Continue reading German Solar Power Installations Surpass 30 GWp Milestone
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Expiring PTC threaten wind energy industry jobs
In existence since 2008, the tax credit is aimed at helping startups in the wind energy industry to get on their feet, allowing them access to the funds that they need to be successful in the face of stiff competition from both other energy sources and undercutting by their Chinese counterparts. The concerns stem from … Continue reading Expiring PTC threaten wind energy industry jobs
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Punjab focuses to generate 400 MW power through solar energy plants
“Punjab has abundant sunlight which is available for more than 330 days in a year with good insulation levels, so the abundant energy can be utilized for generation of power during the day time through solar power plants,” an official release said. “The projects which were earlier considered uneconomical are now considered acceptable and viable … Continue reading Punjab focuses to generate 400 MW power through solar energy plants
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Saudi Arabia emerges as top solar power producer
Estival delivered a speech on “Why Saudi Arabia’s huge solar potential may not be enough” at the Solar Arabia Summit held in Riyadh last week. “Solar Energy is one of the most promising contributor to solve energy peak demand, expected to be 120 GW by 2030,” Estival said. The Kingdom is one of the world’s … Continue reading Saudi Arabia emerges as top solar power producer
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Wind Farms of Ukraine to invest Hr 3 billion in wind energy projects by 2017
In addition to the construction of two wind farms in Crimea in 2013, the group is engaged in active design work in Mykolaiv and Odesa regions. The Wind Farms of Ukraine Group plans by 2017 to invest UAH 3 billion in projects to create wind farms, Wind Farms of Ukraine LLC Director General Vladyslav Yeremenko … Continue reading Wind Farms of Ukraine to invest Hr 3 billion in wind energy projects by 2017
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Caithness Shepherds Flat Wind Farm Commences Official Operations
Caithness Energy announced that its Shepherds Flat Wind Farm is operational and generating up to 845 Megawatts of clean wind energy. The company’s leaders, its project partners and government representatives gathered at the site today to mark the kick-off of operations. “This is a great day for Gilliam and Morrow counties, for Oregon, and for … Continue reading Caithness Shepherds Flat Wind Farm Commences Official Operations
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German wind turbine maker Fuhrländer files for bankruptcy
German wind turbine manufacturer Führlander has filed for bankruptcy protection at the District Court of Montabaur, citing liquidity problems due to late payments from customers. The company has been fighting market headwinds all year, cutting 70 staff and starting a restructuring program in February to focus on its core business activities. “All necessary steps” will … Continue reading German wind turbine maker Fuhrländer files for bankruptcy
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Spanish firms eye Brazil’s wind energy sector
Brazil’s main source of power is hydroelectric energy, which accounts for 78.7 percent of the country’s total installed capacity. That proportion, however, is expected to fall to 71.2 percent in 2016 due to economic, environmental and other factors, Hermes Chipp, president of the Brazilian Power System Operator, or ONS, said Thursday during a lunch with … Continue reading Spanish firms eye Brazil’s wind energy sector
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Supply Chain Challenges for Lithium Future
Although the current dominant battery type for hybrid electric vehicles is nickel metal hydride, lithium-ion battery technology is considered by many to be the “power source of choice for sustainable transport,” says Ona Egbue, a doctoral student in engineering management. As demand increases for lithium, the essential element in batteries for everything from cameras to … Continue reading Supply Chain Challenges for Lithium Future
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New study recommends mass adoption of electric vehicles
California will need mass consumer adoption of electric vehicles to meet its long-term energy and environmental goals and to improve its economy. In the past few years, major automakers have begun marketing electric vehicles, introducing a range of cars and trucks that can “plug in” to the grid for electricity to power the engine, either … Continue reading New study recommends mass adoption of electric vehicles
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Last year, €12.6 billion was invested in wind energy in the EU
Last year, €12.6 billion was invested in wind energy in the EU. Nevertheless there seem to be some challenges ahead for this sector since the continuing European sovereign debt crisis is likely to negatively affect future growth, as some countries across Europe begin to see investment and subsidies for further development in renewable energy reduced. … Continue reading Last year, €12.6 billion was invested in wind energy in the EU
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Wind energy in Chile: Wind farm project was submitted by E-CL
The Ministry of the Environment has to validate the company’s initiative which is currently processing its participation in the international carbon bonds market with the United Nations. The wind power project consists of the operation of three wind farms near Calama which involves a total investment of US$685 million and an installed capacity of 309.5 … Continue reading Wind energy in Chile: Wind farm project was submitted by E-CL
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REpower and WSB sign 45 MW wind energy contract for Poland
Suzlon Group subsidiary REpower Systems SE and WSB Neue Energien GmbH signed a contract for the delivery and construction of 22 REpower MM92 wind turbines. The wind turbines, each with a rated power of 2.05 megawatts (MW), are intended for the Taczalin project near Legnica in the Polish province of Lower Silesia. Construction and commissioning … Continue reading REpower and WSB sign 45 MW wind energy contract for Poland
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Wind energy in Kenya: Loan for Ngong Hills Wind Farm
Finance Minister Njeru Githae yesterday signed a €6 million state-to-state zero interest credit agreement with Belgium and a €6.4 million concessional credit agreement with the KBC Bank of Belgium for part financing of the wind power project. The Treasury has entered into €12.4 million (Sh1.4 billion) loan agreements to finance the second phase of the … Continue reading Wind energy in Kenya: Loan for Ngong Hills Wind Farm
Continue readingElectric Drive Transportation Association Responds to CBO Report on Federal Tax Credits for Electric Vehicle Purchases
“The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report ‘Effects of Federal Tax Credits for the Purchase of Electric Vehicles’ can be another useful contribution to the conversation on the benefit of investment in electric drive. It is important to highlight, however, some of the report’s acknowledged limitations. In evaluating the effectiveness of the credit, the report provides … Continue reading Electric Drive Transportation Association Responds to CBO Report on Federal Tax Credits for Electric Vehicle Purchases
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Solar Power Lights up Future for Mongolian Herders
Thanks to the National 100,000 Solar Ger Electrification Program, over half a million men, women and children, covering half the rural population of Mongolia and 70 percent of herders, now have access to modern electricity. A new market for electronic appliances is helping boost the rural economy About a quarter of Mongolia’s 2.8 million people … Continue reading Solar Power Lights up Future for Mongolian Herders
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Smith Electric Vehicles to raise $77 mln in IPO
Smith Electric Vehicles plans to raise about $77 million in its initial public offering on Friday to support its business as a maker of medium duty, battery-powered commercial trucks aimed at replacing diesel fuel models. The Kansas City, Mo., company bills itself as the only vehicle manufacturer selling to major commercial fleets in the U.S. … Continue reading Smith Electric Vehicles to raise $77 mln in IPO
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