These funds essentially create the confidence needed for early stage technology development and deployment financing and also facilitate a structure for public-private partnerships.
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Integrated photovoltaic project started transmitting power to the grid in Shanghai
The world’s largest stand alone integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) project started transmitting power to the grid in Shanghai on Sunday in another move showcasing China’s commitment to reduced carbon emissions.
Continue readingScottish and Southern and Mitsubishi to work together on wind energy projects
The two companies will explore offshore wind farms, advanced technology for smart electricity grids and electric vehicles, carbon capture and storage and high-efficiency power generation.
Continue readingEnvironmental study says wind power projects wouldn’t ruin Steens Mountain beauty
A draft environmental study has found that four proposed wind energy projects on the north end of Steens Mountain in southeastern Oregon would have little effect on its pristine high-desert beauty.
Continue readingTesla Roadster goes the distance at European road rallies
Electric carmaker gets top prize in Brighton-London celebrity rally and will compete in Spain, Alps and Denmark.
Continue readingDOE has committed $2 billion to two US concentrating solar power projects
The government will grant 1.4 billion in loan guarantees for the construction of the 250 MW Solana concentrating solar power plant and another 400 million for two cadmium thin film PV panel manufacturing lines.
Continue readingBattery chargers write beginning chapter for China’s electric vehicles
NARI so far has built three power-charging stations for electric vehicles in three cities in the country, Tangshan, Yangzhou, and Hangzhou.
Continue readingEmployment and renewable energy
To date, a small number of countries account for the bulk of renewables installations worldwide. European countries have been in the forefront, and a number of studies suggest substantial job potential.
Continue readingOklahoma new wind farm
The $175 million Minco wind farm, which will include 62 wind turbines, could be completed by the end of the year. Nextera Energy Resources also operates a 98.9-megawatt wind farm near Elk City.
Continue readingMembertou First Nation and Grupo Guascor to Market Renewable Energy Solutions in North America
he Membertou First Nation has entered into a joint-venture business partnership with Grupo Guascor of the Basque Country of Spain, to market renewable energy solutions in North America.
Continue readingWind farm in Antsiranana, Madagascar
The wind farm is a first step in a larger program: The goal is to provide the entire island, which is located in the Indian Ocean, with power from wind turbines of the highest quality.
Continue readingUK leads the development of Europe’s Offshore Wind Power
British projects will lead the offshore wind energy market for the next eight years. This conclusion is drawn by GL Garrad Hassan in the new edition of their “Offshore Wind Energy Market Report”.
Continue readingCoulomb Technologies Announces $3.4 Million from CA Energy Commission to Install Electric Vehicles Infrastructure
Grant Provides New Money for ChargePoint America Installation of 1,600 Home and Public Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles Statewide
Continue readingReVolt: Is it Time to Zinc-air batteries?
Most of the rechargeables in use today are lithium ion, which took over from nickel metal hydride, which took over from nickel cadmium.
Continue readingJim Ellis Automotive Dealerships Commits to Providing Electric Vehicles to Atlanta
Jim Ellis Automotive Dealership Group announced today that they will be the Atlanta dealer for Wheego Electric cars, and in addition to the all-Electric vehicles.
Continue readingStimulus Success for Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure Critical, But More Must Be Done
On May 27, Republicans and Democrats in both the House and the Senate introduced legislation designed to advance the deployment of electric vehicles and to develop the infrastructure needed to support them.
Continue readingGrowing expectations for wind power
Wind energy investments are rising, especially in Sweden, Greece, Ireland and some Eastern countries. Offshore wind turbines opportunities are particularly significant, while re-powering wind farm is starting to develop.
Continue readingTotal installed wind power in Poland amounted to 1005,6 MW in june
Poland is well suited for large scale wind power development. Average wind speeds between 5.5 and 7.0 m/s (at 50 meters height) in large areas of the country make Poland one of the most promising wind energy market.
Continue readingDemand for Lithium Market to Grow at 3-5% Compounded Average Growth
Mammoth Energy Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Salt Gold Inter Chile Limitada whose lithium concessions are located in the North West region of Chile.
Continue readingSupport for wind power in Ontario is strong, poll shows
A new survey released today by the Canadian Wind Energy Association shows that nine out of ten citizens in the province of Ontario support wind energy because of its environmental and economic benefits.
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