The criteria applies to a broad range of utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) and concentrating solar power (CSP) plants.
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Solargenix Energy Sells Its 45% Ownership Stake in Acciona Solar Power
Both Solargenix and ACCIONA Energy announce that they each intend to pursue the concentrating solar power (CSP) business independently in the future.
Continue readingNew high-performance lithium-ion battery ‘top candidate’ for electric vehicles
Scientists are reporting development of an advanced lithium-ion battery that is ideal for powering the electric cars now making their way into dealer showrooms.
Continue readingThe Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Becomes the First Urban Hotel in the Southeast to Install a Level-II Electric Vehicle Charging Station
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte today became the first urban hotel in the Southeast to offer a permanently-installed Level II charging station for use by guests driving electric vehicles.
Continue readingBelize to Generate Electricity from Solar Power
The Government of Belize (GOB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Belize on February 14, 2010 to generate electricity using solar energy with photovoltaic panels.
Continue readingGeothermal power could become East Africa?s main energy source
The Rift Valley in East Africa, is one of the most geologically active areas in the world, with a huge geothermal energy potential, estimated in at least 15,000 MW.
Continue readingWind energy agreement will benefit local communities By Chris Rose
The wind power industry in England has just published a Protocol statement that will see communities living near future onshore wind farm plants larger than 5 MW realise significant additional economic benefits.
Continue readingSKF Lubrication System for Wind Energy Applications
They have been developed to deliver a high level of operational reliability that protects the assets of those investing in wind power, particularly as increasing numbers of wind turbines.
Continue reading2011: Concentrating Solar Power has finally got started
After years of uncertainties, concentrated solar energy technologies will be used in plants with thousands of MW.
Continue readingWind power increasing its contribution to Ontario’s electricity supply
Energy production from wind energy was approximately 6 per cent of total Ontario supply on February 14 – compared to 1.5 per cent from coal.
Continue readingBangladesh – Concentrated solar energy plant on cards by 2016
State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources has recently told parliament ADB is willing to finance a 10 to 20 MW capacity concentrating solar power plant inside Kaptai Hydro-electric Plant.
Continue readingWorld has the technical know-how and financial capability to run entirely on renewable energy by 2050
A large-scale transformation of the world?s energy systems to wind energy, solar power, water, geothermal energy and other renewable sources would not cost substantially more than conventional power.
Continue readingWinwind and Cursor to build 120 MW wind power plants in Finland
Cursor Oy and Winwind Ltd. have signed a cooperation agreement on wind energy cluster development in the Kotka-Hamina region in Finland.
Continue readingGL Garrad Hassan launches onshore wind energy mapping for Great Britain
These assumptions are based on 25,000 MW of wind power analysis annually, with substantial ongoing validation against operating projects.
Continue readingHouse Budget Proposal Cuts Environmental Protections and Renewable Energy Investments
The proposed budget also includes major cuts in research on offshore wind energy, concentrating solar power and energy efficiency technologies.
Continue readingPutting the spark into electric vehicles
It’s just a concept, but the Nissan ESFLOW electric car with lithium ion batteries proves it’s possible to remain environmentally sympathetic without having to give up the joy of driving.
Continue readingFirstEnergy Solutions and Iberdrola Renewables Sign PPA With Largest Wind Energy Project in Ohio
304-MW Blue Creek Wind Farm is being built by Iberdrola Renewables, the world’s leading provider of wind power. The Blue Creek wind turbines is the first large-scale wind energy in Ohio to begin construction.
Continue readingNew battery technology seeks balance between density and discharge durability
Recent battery developments in both novel lithium salt and lithium air show promise for addressing the power density and high charge cycle capacity needed for today?s electric vehicles.
Continue readingIllinois To Test Mitsubishi Electric Vehicles In State Fleet
Governor Pat Quinn and Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) have signed a MOU to support the advancement of electric car with lithium ion batteries and renewable energy technologies in Illinois.
Continue reading75% of Consumers Have a Favorable View of Solar Power and Wind Energy
According to a new survey from Pike Research, consumer support for renewable energy sources, such as solar energy and wind power, is extremely high.
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