Showa Denko KK (SDK) has decided to expand its production capacities for materials used in lithium-ion rechargeable batteries (LIBs).
Continue readingMonthly Archives: July 2011
Smart Home, Smart Grid, Smart City
In the area of electric vehicles, many planned launches have not happened, not happened on time, or fallen short of expectations.
Continue readingThe Solar Cell Production Global Market Outlook
Solar power is among the fastest growing renewables globally. Solar power is generated mainly by using two technologies – concentrated solar power and solar photovoltaic.
Continue readingPlugless Power Wireless Electric Vehicles Charging Technology Featured on Chevrolet Volt
As consumers become more receptive to green transportation options, our goal is to make it easier than ever to maintain electric vehicles.
Continue readingJV lithium ion batteries systems for the China electric car market
Business to Focus on Energy Storage Solutions for Electric Vehicles and Utility Grid Applications.
Continue readingTaiwan will boost its wind energy capacity from 530 megawatts to 4200 megawatts by 2030
The wind power project, which is expected to generate US$17.27 billion in business for Taiwan?s wind turbines suppliers, calls for the installation of 1,050 wind turbines on land and offshore wind farm sites.
Continue readingChu Visits Lithium Ion Batteries Plant for Electric Vehicles in Michigan
Two years ago, A123 Systems received $249 million in Recovery Act funds to manufacture lithium ion batteries for electric cars.
Continue readingAfrica beginning to access CDM
The African Carbon Forum is held under the Nairobi Framework, an initiative launched to help developing countries, particularly those in sub-Saharan Africa, to increase their participation in the CDM.
Continue readingGE to supply wind turbines for 45MW wind farm in Estonia
General Electric (GE) will supply 18 wind turbines for a 45MW wind energy project of Paldiski on the Parki peninsula in northwestern Estonia. The wind farm will be operated by Eesti Energia and Nelja Energia
Continue readingWestern Wind Energy – Windstar and Kingman Wind Power Project Update
The 10.5 MW wind farm and solar energy project has reached mechanical completion of the five (5) – 2-MW Gamesa G90 wind turbines.
Continue readingSopogy Signs MOU for Concentrated Solar Power Project in Thailand
Sopogy’s proven solar thermal technology with thermal energy storage and localized approach will help Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam achieve clean energy goals and create local jobs.
Continue readingRange Extenders for Electric Vehicles
About eight million hybrid cars will be made in 2021, each with a range extender, the additional power source that distinguishes them from pure electric cars.
Continue readingThe big change in the market in 2011 is the introduction of plug-in hybrids and pure electric vehicles
-In 2010 the combined production of consumer hybrid and electric cars totaled about 1.15 million. In 2016, according to ABI Research?s forecasts, global production will approach 4.9 million.
Continue readingSiemens Introduces VersiCharge? Smart Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Offering flexibility in wiring, communication and charging time, the Siemens VersiCharge offers homeowners a simple solution for charging electric vehicles.
Continue readingCharging Solution for Electric Vehicles
The lithium-ion battery onboard electric car system provides a quick charge, allowing motorists to reach the nearest charging station for a complete refill of the battery.
Continue readingInvestment in Energy Storage Technologies to Reach $122 Billion by 2021
The integration of renewable energy ? primarily wind energy ? will represent approximately 50% of the total capacity deployed for long duration energy storage.
Continue readingEx-Im Bank Announces $16 Million Loan to Support First Solar Exports to Azure Solar Power Project in India
he Export-Import Bank of the United States announced that it is providing a $16 million long-term loan to support the exports of First Solar Inc. in Tempe, Ariz., to Azure Power Rajasthan Pvt. Ltd.
Continue readingConcentrated Solar Thermal Power in China
The report highlights installed concentrated solar energy capacity and concentrated power generation trends from 2001 to 2020 in China solar thermal power market.
Continue readingConcentrated Solar Thermal Guide to Tariffs
CSP Today has prepared a guide to navigate through the specific Concentrated Solar Power incentives around the globe.
Continue readingMillennium Wind Energy Chooses Kansas For Manufacturing
Gov. Sam Brownback said New Millennium?s facility will manufacture an innovative ?point of use,? vertical-axis wind turbines, adding to the emerging wind power development cluster in Kansas.
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