Global Village Energy Partnership (GVEP), a non-governmental organization that aims to increase access to clean and affordable energy, has marked the end of one of its energy projects after gauging the level of its success. The venture, known as Developing Energy Enterprise Project (DEEP), has since 2002 been working to increase access to modern energy … Continue reading Global Village Energy Partnership celebrates success of renewable energy project in East Africa
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Unlocking Iowa’s wind energy
he Upper Midwest is the most wind-rich area of the country. But a new report by the Center for Rural Affairs shows that almost none of the current high-voltage transmission lines capable of carrying wind-generated electricity are built here. Johnathan Hladik, an energy advocate with the rural advocacy group, says the quickest way of generating … Continue reading Unlocking Iowa’s wind energy
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DESERTEC Foundation endorses DESERTEC Power for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
DESERTEC Power was established to advance the energy supply in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This follows the direction of the Kingdom to significantly increase the sustainable power generation from renewable energy sources with viable, feasible, efficient, and sustainable solutions that address the current and forthcoming needs in the country. It is endorsed by the … Continue reading DESERTEC Foundation endorses DESERTEC Power for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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The White House to be represented at GEA State of the Geothermal Energy Industry Briefing
According to the Geothermal Energy Association, the U.S. added 147.05 MW of gross geothermal power capacity in 2012, which is 5 per cent more than in 2011. With its State of the Geothermal Energy Industry Briefing (#GEABriefing2013) one week away, the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) announced Dan Utech, deputy director for energy and climate change … Continue reading The White House to be represented at GEA State of the Geothermal Energy Industry Briefing
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How 3D printing could revolutionise the solar energy
More efficient, less complex and cheaper, 3D solar cells can also capture more sunlight than conventional photovoltaic models. During President Obama’s recent state of the union address, I was particularly drawn to one specific comment he made. The statement by the president I’m referring to was, “A once-shuttered warehouse is now a state-of-the art lab … Continue reading How 3D printing could revolutionise the solar energy
Continue readingSaudi Arabia sets out roadmap for 41 GW of solar power and 9 GW of wind energy capacity by 2032
KACARE specified that in the first two bidding rounds after the introductory procurement round, it wanted 2.4 GW of PV solar energy capacity and 2.1 GW of concentrated solar power capacity. Saudi Arabia has quickly made it onto the list of focus markets for investors and technology providers, with the government announcing its ambitious $109 … Continue reading Saudi Arabia sets out roadmap for 41 GW of solar power and 9 GW of wind energy capacity by 2032
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Book explores wind energy in Texas
The pros and cons of wind turbines on ranching in West Texas is explored in Viento: Wind, Turbines & Ranchland by Scott White of Texas Tech’s National Ranching Heritage Center ($20 paperback, 8 1/4 by 10 1/2, 76 pages). The book, which features interviews with West Texas ranchers, offers a balanced assessment of the turbines … Continue reading Book explores wind energy in Texas
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Solar energy’s benefits
Albert Einstein said, “We shall require a substantially new manner of thinking if mankind is to survive.” Although there is no easy fix for any single problem facing our country, there are certain, easy steps we all can take that, over time, could make a positive and substantial impact. Believe it or not, there is … Continue reading Solar energy’s benefits
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New Auwahi Wind Energy Project Dedicated To Maui
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, Hawaii Lt. Gov. Shan Tsutsui and Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa today joined officials from Sempra U.S. Gas & Power, BP Wind Energy and community leaders for the dedication of the new Auwahi Wind facility on Ulupalakua Ranch. The eight wind turbines are situated along the slopes of the Haleakala … Continue reading New Auwahi Wind Energy Project Dedicated To Maui
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US wind energy facing new challenges
The U.S. wind energy industry breathed a sigh of relief earlier this month when Congress voted to renew a tax credit that could be worth up to $12 billion over the next decade. The tax credit comes as a major boost — but the headlines don’t tell the full story about a struggling industry. Jobs … Continue reading US wind energy facing new challenges
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Saving Money by Using Electric Vehicles
High battery costs still prevent many people from buying an electric vehicle. Is it possible to save money by using an electric vehicle instead of a conventional reference car? This question is studied by the companies of Michelin and Siemens in cooperation with research partners at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the Fraunhofer Institute … Continue reading Saving Money by Using Electric Vehicles
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New solar power plant in Fiji
Sunnergise, the new Pacific-wide renewable energy company, marked the completion of its inaugural installation at Port Denarau Marina on Thursday. According to Fiji news, the system is the largest solar installation for a marina anywhere in the world, and was also Fiji
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Nuclear power revives… in Iran
The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced Saturday that the Islamic republic plans to construct 16 nuclear power plants in different parts of the country, Press TV reported. “Following months of efforts, 16 new sites for nuclear power plants have been designated in coastal areas of the Caspian Sea, the Persian Gulf, the Sea … Continue reading Nuclear power revives… in Iran
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Mass Megawatts Wind Power, Inc. Reports Initial Sale of
Mass Megawatts Wind Power, Inc. (OTC: MMMW) today reports the initial sale of the most recent company’s patented, ‘Wind Electric Power Generator’ with only seven moving components. This wind-based, power system produces reliable, low-cost, and clean energy that’s well suited at remote and rural locations, including agricultural and commercial facilities. The company currently has three … Continue reading Mass Megawatts Wind Power, Inc. Reports Initial Sale of
Continue readingThe $140 million Auwahi Wind energy project went online in Hawaii
Sempra U.S. Gas and Power and BP Wind Energy joined forces to build eight wind turbines on Ulupalakua Ranch land that are capable of powering 10,000 Maui homes. in December and was blessed and dedicated Friday. It is capable of producing 21 megawatts of power and has an 11-megawatt battery to store more than 4 … Continue reading The $140 million Auwahi Wind energy project went online in Hawaii
Continue readingSaudi Arabia plans to install 54 GW of solar power (PV and CSP) and wind energy capacity by 2032
King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy (KA-CARE) unveiled a white paper detailing the tender processes for new solar photovoltaic (PV) and concentrated solar thermal power plants, wind farms, geothermal energy facilities and waste-to-energy plants. The first three rounds of contracts are now expected to be awarded before 2015, with a view to creating … Continue reading Saudi Arabia plans to install 54 GW of solar power (PV and CSP) and wind energy capacity by 2032
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Earth Day 2013 Theme: The Face of Climate Change
The global theme for Earth Day 2013 is “The Face of Climate Change,” Earth Day Network announced today. Earth Day Network, the group founded by the organizers of the first Earth Day to coordinate the annual day of action that builds and invigorates the environmental movement, said that this theme was chosen because of the … Continue reading Earth Day 2013 Theme: The Face of Climate Change
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More Than 100 Gigawatts in the China Wind Energy Pipeline
Wind energy reducing carbon emissions in E.U., Germany
A few press articles in recent weeks have discussed the fact that carbon emissions in Germany and the European Union have increased slightly over the last year or two because the country has shut down many of its nuclear power plants. It is important not to miss the forest for the trees, and to understand … Continue reading Wind energy reducing carbon emissions in E.U., Germany
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Solar Photovoltaic Demand in 2012 Falls Short of 30 GW Mark, Reports NPD Solarbuzz
Solar photovoltaic (PV) demand for 2012 reached just 29.0 GW, an increase of only 5% year-over-year compared to 27.7 GW in 2011, according to findings within the upcoming NPD Solarbuzz Marketbuzz report. This is the first time in a decade that year-over-year market growth in the PV industry has been less than 10%. “During most … Continue reading Solar Photovoltaic Demand in 2012 Falls Short of 30 GW Mark, Reports NPD Solarbuzz
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