Secretary Chu announced that a $1.45 billion loan guarantee for Abengoa Solar Inc.’s Solana concentrated solar energy project, the first solar thermal plant in the U.S. capable of storing energy it generates.
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Wind energy Vestas Asia Pacific wins award
Vestas Asia Pacific wins the 2010 Asia Pacific Frost & Sullivan Renewable Energy Company of the Year.
Continue readingGryphon Resources Receives Permit Approvals to Begin Exploration Work Plan at Arizona Lithium Project
Gryphon Resources has received approvals from the Arizona State Land Department for all 11 permit applications for exploration activities at its lithium project in south-eastern Arizona.
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.
Continue readingCancun delegates praise China’s wind energy push
Laws (in China) have been changed so that wind power can be part of the national grid. And solar energy is trying to find its way into that equation.
Continue readingDuring 2009, 261 new wind turbines were commissioned in México
As stated by the Mexican Wind Energy Association (AMDEE) and in accordance with permits granted by the Energy Regulatory Commission, about 2.5 GW of wind power capacity should be installed by the end of 2012.
Continue reading64 Percent of Electric Vehicle Charge Points in the United States to be Residential Units
The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) over the next several years will be accompanied by a significant buildout of EV charging infrastructure including public, private, workplace, and residential charging equipment.
Continue readingA123 Opens Lithium Ion Battery Production Facility for electric vehicles
A123 Systems announced the grand opening of the largest lithium ion automotive battery production facility in North America, based on available data.
Continue readingLetter of intent between wind power ENERCON and Piteå Municipality in Sweden
The need for staff is expected to rise to around 400 employees when the entire wind farm of 1101 wind turbines are built, but significantly more during the construction phase.
Continue readingGlobal Technologies Acquires Additional Hybrid Wind Turbine Technologies
The global small wind turbines market is poised for strong growth in the next few years, with revenues forecast to expand from $203 million in 2009 to $412 million in 2013.
Continue readingPromoting Clean, Renewable Energy: Investments in Wind and Solar
Three decades ago, the U.S. led the world in the development of renewable energy, such as wind, solar, and geothermal power.
Continue readingBalqon Receives Order From New China-Based Distributor, DynaProTech
Under the terms of the dealer agreement, DynaProTech plans to integrate Balqon’s zero-emissions electric drive systems into electric buses, heavy-duty trucks, light commercial vehicles and electric cars.
Continue readingHi-tech rechargeable batteries developed for military
Scientists reported progress today in using a common virus to develop improved materials for high-performance, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that could be woven into clothing to power portable electronic devices.
Continue readingEritrea are looking at wind energy
Wind power is potentially the cheapest source for electricity in Eritrea. Eritrea is fortunate to have some of the best wind energy resources in Africa.
Continue readingFuture outlook of wind energy in U.S.
Despite the growth in installed wind farm capacity in 2009, the combination of the financial crisis, lower wholesale electricity prices, and lower demand for renewable energy has taken a toll on the wind power industry.
Continue readingGrowing demand for smart meters signals more flexible future power system
The EU has recently set the objective of installing smart meters in 80% of households across Europe by 2020.
Continue readingE.ON leads in Offshore wind power
E.ON is leading the European offshore wind farm business. 118 new offshore wind turbines with a capacity of 333 megawatts, were connected to the grid in the first half of 2010.
Continue readingIowa adopts rules to encourage more small wind energy development
The Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) has adopted rules to encourage the development of more small wind power generation systems across Iowa and help the state continue to be a leader in renewable energy.
Continue readingEnergy Storage Technology Markets
Advanced Battery Technologies, Pumped Hydro, Compressed Air,
Flow Batteries, and Frequency Regulation for Utility-Scale Storage Applications.
Coulomb Technologies Achieves UL Listing for Electric Vehicles
This is a significant milestone for UL, Coulomb and the industry as a whole as it paves the way for new Electric Vehicle infrastructure in the United States.
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