Solar Energy Power

Solarig's Solar PV Portfolio to Reach 100 MW in Two Years

2007-06-26T07:00:00.000-07:00

Solarig's Solar PV Portfolio to Reach 100 MW in Two Years

How Does the U.S. Ocean Energy Industry Compare with the Rest of the World?
I've heard the U.S. is behind other countries in developing ocean renewable technologies. Just how far are we behind and what is being done to catch up? --Terry N., New Haven, Connecticut

Gov. Rendell Dedicates Locust Ridge Wind Farm in PA
Governor Edward G. Rendell set in motion the wind turbines of Pennsylvania's newest wind farm June 19, saying the state's strategic investments in and commitment to renewable energy technologies are helping the commonwealth. Locust Ridge will produce 68,328 megawatt-hours annually.

Solar Energy Web Mapping Portal Launched

2007-06-25T08:45:00.000-07:00

Solar Energy Web Mapping Portal Launched

Four Renewable Eco-Energy Organizations Join CanSIA

2007-06-24T12:00:00.000-07:00

Four Renewable Eco-Energy Organizations Join CanSIA
Four new corporate members have joined the ranks of the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) as a mark of increased interest in promoting renewable eco-energy opportunities.

Seawind Orders 10 MW of DeWind D8 Wind Turbines for Chile
Composite Technology Corporation (CTC) announced that its subsidiary DeWind Inc has received an order from Seawind International's subsidiary, Enerserve Limited, for five 2-megawatt (MW) DeWind D8 wind turbines for delivery to one of their projects in Chile.

BioExx Joins Colorado Center for BioRefining and BioFuels
Bio-Extraction Inc. (BioExx) agreed to join the Colorado Center for BioRefining and BioFuels (C2B2), whose mission is to become a global center for research on the conversion of biomass to fuels and other products.

Clean Energy Act Passes, $32 B Tax Package & RPS Amendment Rejected
In a flurry of activity, the U.S. Senate voted down two amendments yesterday that would have created $32 billion worth of energy tax incentives and a National Renewable Energy Portfolio (RPS) requiring utilities to generate 15% of electricity from renewables by 2020. Later that same evening however, the Senate passed H.R. 6, the CLEAN Energy Act of 2007, 65-27.

Solar power for communities - Sun.Star

2007-06-23T14:15:00.000-07:00

Solar power for communities - Sun.Star

Solar power for communities
Sun.Star, Philippines - 4 hours ago
By Nimfa Doroteo-Camua Rural Power Project (RPP) Director Mylene Capongcol said the use of solar energy under the project is a cycle of benefits for ...

Clean Energy Act Passes, $32 B Tax Package & RPS Amendment Rejected
In a flurry of activity, the U.S. Senate voted down two amendments yesterday that would have created $32 billion worth of energy tax incentives and a National Renewable Energy Portfolio (RPS) requiring utilities to generate 15% of electricity from renewables by 2020. Later that same evening however, the Senate passed H.R. 6, the CLEAN Energy Act of 2007, 65-27.

Western Governors Release Energy Report

We've Been Burned - Hartford Business

We've Been Burned
Hartford Business - 10 hours ago
The fund has been a little more successful in promoting solar energy power. But for the grants and abatements that it has put out to help homeowners adopt ...
Energy Fund Pays General Electric To Buy GE Hartford Business
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City chosen to participate in solar power initiative - Pittsburgh Post Gazette

City chosen to participate in solar power initiative
Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - Jun 21, 2007
The city was picked based on a proposal outlining plans to build a "sustainable solar infrastructure" and support solar energy adoption by residents and ...
DOE to Provide up to $2.5 Million to Implement Solar Energy ... Media Newswire (press release)
US to fund Plextronics United Press International
US to spend $60M more on solar United Press International
All American Patriots (press release)
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Evergreen Solar Hosts International Business Summit
Evergreen Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: ESLR), a leading manufacturer of solar power products with its proprietary String Ribbon™ wafer technology, today held an "International Business Summit" in Leipzig, Germany. Evergreen customers from three continents joined members of the Company's senior management team for the day-long event.

First Solar-Hydrogen Fuel Cell Residence to be Built on Grand Cayman
Renewable Energy International, Inc. (REI), a leading integrator of renewable energy technologies, announced today that it will design and install a groundbreaking renewable solar-hydrogen fuel cell energy system in a residential environment in the Cayman Islands – only the second such system in North America. The U.S. based company holds the distinction of developing the first prototype solar-hydrogen system near Princeton, New Jersey, USA, which was dedicated in October 2006 before international press coverage. This second installation in the Caymans will demonstrate the system's significant cost and environmental benefits in an island environment.

Lighting up lives in rural India - Times of India

Lighting up lives in rural India
Times of India, India - 2 hours ago
Selco, say the Ashden award judges, is based on the conviction that solar energy is cheap for the poor but expensive for the rich — that is, poor people can ...
Mwanza Zara Solar wins Ashden Award Daily News - TSN
Indian food-to-fuel gas entry wins British sustainable energy award domain-B
Now we're cooking with gas - made from food waste Daily Mail
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Spanish Solaria Energia Seeks IPO

2007-06-22T16:45:00.000-07:00

Spanish Solaria Energia Seeks IPO

1.9 MW Solar Farm to Power Water Treatment Plant on West Coast
SunTechnics Energy Systems Inc. has signed a contract with California's South San Joaquin Irrigation District (SSIJD) to engineer, procure and construct a 1.9-megawatt (MW) single-axis solar-tracking system to provide electricity to the DeGroot Water Treatment Plant.

Kenyon Wind Project Gets Go-ahead

Solar Energy "Ueberalles"
Even if the skies are often cloudy in Germany, one thing is crystal clear. Solar energy is thriving here. While already making a noticeable impact in this central European country, the story being told at Intersolar 2007 in Freiburg this week is, "You ain't seen nothing yet." And it's being told in at least 30 languages.

BP Solar Teams with Universal Pictures' Evan Almighty for Home Solar System Sweepstakes
BP Solar has teamed with Universal Pictures in a sweepstakes offer to give one lucky winner a home solar system in promotion of Evan Almighty, in theatres nationwide June 22nd. Evan Almighty, starring Steve Carell and Morgan Freeman, and directed by Tom Shadyac, is the first major motion picture comedy to Go ZeroSM and "zero out" the carbon emissions generated through the production of the film.

EPV CLOSES ON $77.5 MILLION IN NEW FINANCING

2007-06-21T21:00:00.000-07:00

EPV CLOSES ON $77.5 MILLION IN NEW FINANCING
Energy Photovoltaics, Inc. (EPV), a leading solar technology company that designs and manufactures thin-film photovoltaic modules, announced today that it has closed on $77.5 million of senior secured notes that are convertible into common stock of EPV.

Brook Warehousing Systems Goes Solar with American Capital Energy

2007-06-21T00:30:00.000-07:00

Brook Warehousing Systems Goes Solar with American Capital Energy

Green Mountain Energy Company and Ronald McDonald House Build ... - CSRwire.com (press release)

Green Mountain Energy Company and Ronald McDonald House Build ...
CSRwire.com (press release) - 14 hours ago
The solar facility will be built with 54 photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, will be nearly 950 square feet and will power up to 15 rooms in the new Ronald ...
Ronald McDonald House gets a solar boost News 8 Austin
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Sun Shining Bright On Solar Energy Deals - CarbonFree News

Sun Shining Bright On Solar Energy Deals
CarbonFree News, UK - 8 hours ago
SunPower arranges the solar power system's financing and sells the system to the SunPower financing partner, in addition to designing, deploying and ...

New Company Touts Affordable Solar Energy - Hawaii Channel.com

New Company Touts Affordable Solar Energy
Hawaii Channel.com, HI - 8 hours ago
What they do is just charge customers a rental fee based on the power it generates on their roof. Citizenre officials said they continue to own the ...

Poll: Tennessee Residents Favor Expanded Wind Energy
A new poll in Tennessee indicates that residents support increased use of wind energy by a 12-to-1 margin. The random poll of 1,047 registered voters was done by Telephone Strategies Group on June 5 and 6.

Book Review: Solar Revolution: The Economic Transformation of the ... - Blogcritics.org

Book Review: Solar Revolution: The Economic Transformation of the ...
Blogcritics.org, OH - 9 hours ago
Passive solar energy is usually created usually through building design, such as in the design of a greenhouse. Active solar energy, on the other hand, ...

Ontario sets plan for home refits, solar power - Reuters AlertNet

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Ontario sets plan for home refits, solar power
Reuters AlertNet, UK - 10 hours ago
The plan from Canada's most populous province will pay up to C$5000 for installation of Energy Star approved furnaces as well as items such as solar water ...
Helping Ontarians Go Green And Get Green At Home CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse)
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Canadian Renewable Energy Associations Effect Legislation

GM Prepares Fuel Cell Technology for Future Production
At General Motors Corp., more than 400 fuel cell engineers will report to the company's Powertrain Group to begin production engineering of fuel cell systems. Another 100 will transfer to GM's Global Product Development organization to start integrating fuel cells into future company vehicles.

Solarpowergetics Becomes Distributor of Solar Modules for Wuxi Shangpin Solar

2007-06-20T02:00:00.000-07:00

Solarpowergetics Becomes Distributor of Solar Modules for Wuxi Shangpin Solar
Solarpowergetics Inc. (SPG) announced today that it has reached an agreement to distribute crystalline silicon solar cells, modules and dual glass solar modules on behalf of Wuxi Shangpin Solar Energy & Technology Company (China). The agreement is expected to advance SPG into the largest solar markets in the United States, including New Jersey, New York and California.

Arizona Renewable Energy Standard Now Law
After more than two years of hard work from renewable energy advocacy groups, the Arizona Attorney General approved the state's renewable energy standard (RES) on Friday, requiring Arizona utilities to generate 15 percent of their electricity from renewable resources by 2025.

Caltrans Unveils 251 kW Solar PV Power Plant

Copeland Creek Affordable Senior Apartment Homes Re-opens with Remodeled Facilities and Solar Energy

2007-06-19T05:30:00.000-07:00

Copeland Creek Affordable Senior Apartment Homes Re-opens with Remodeled Facilities and Solar Energy
Copeland Creek Affordable Senior Apartment Homes reopened its doors with newly remodeled facilities and environmentally friendly solar energy systems. The new multi-family affordable housing complex features solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on each of its residential buildings and laundry rooms, totaling 86 kW in size, as well as solar hot water systems with high-efficiency on-demand water heaters, and solar pool collectors. The solar electric (PV) systems were designed and installed by SPG Solar, Inc. of San Rafael, CA.

United Solar Ovonic Receives $15 M PV Order from Biohaus

Wave Energy Bill Approved by U.S. House Science Committee
The U.S. House of Representatives Science and Technology Committee has approved, by voice vote, renewable energy legislation that would invest approximately $200 million in federal funds to advance research and development of wave energy technologies over the next four years.

Mitsubishi Electric Announces High Output Lead-Free Solder PV Module for Overseas Market

2007-06-18T06:45:00.000-07:00

Mitsubishi Electric Announces High Output Lead-Free Solder PV Module for Overseas Market

Solar Power, Biodiesel Set for Use in NYC Buildings

Governor Patrick Calls on Clean Energy Industry to Form Trade Group
On June 11, Governor Deval Patrick called on in-state entrepreneurs in clean and renewable energy to organize a trade association to represent the interests of a growing industry cluster, citing that it is vital for Massachusetts, both environmentally and economically.

Caltrans Unveils Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant
Caltrans today unveiled a solar energy system with the deployment of a 251 kW photovoltaic system at Caltrans District 10 in Stockton.

Akeena Solar Opens its Doors to International PV Trade Mission
Silicon Valley is becoming the Solar Valley of California. Fast growing Akeena Solar (OTCBB:AKNS) will open its doors to solar power delegates from the Netherlands, France, Belgium, United Kingdom, and Norway. The six day trade mission was organized by Solar Plaza in collaboration with CALSEIA.

From scientist to entrepreneur - Chicago Daily Herald

From scientist to entrepreneur
Chicago Daily Herald, IL - 6 hours ago
Suntech’s key markets are Germany, Japan and Spain, which subsidize renewable energy by requiring utilities to buy solar-generated power and to pay more for ...

U.S. Senate Says No to "Clean Coal" & Nuclear in RPS
National Renewable Energy Portfolio (RPS) legislation introduced by Senator Pete Domenici (R-NM), which included clean coal technology and nuclear power alongside traditional sources of renewable energy, was voted down in the U.S. Senate this afternoon 56-29.

Suntech shows off solar tech - United Press International

Suntech shows off solar tech
United Press International - Jun 15, 2007
WUXI, China, June 15 (UPI) -- Suntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd. announced a demonstration of solar technologies at the Off-Site exhibition at the UK Building ...
18.6.2007: Meldung: Suntech BIPV System Installed ECOreporter.de (Pressemitteilung)
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Portland, Oregon Gets More Solar Power - Green Options blog

Green Options blog

Portland, Oregon Gets More Solar Power
Green Options blog, CA - 55 minutes ago
The Oregon Department of Energy created a Solar Energy Working Group charged with developing and implementing a strategic plan to lure clean tech companies ...

aleo solar to Distribute Thin Film Solar Modules

Caltrans Unveils Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant

2007-06-17T10:45:00.000-07:00

Caltrans Unveils Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant
Caltrans today unveiled a solar energy system with the deployment of a 251 kW photovoltaic system at Caltrans District 10 in Stockton.

U.S. BioEnergy to Acquire Interest in Ethanol Co.

Minnesota Act Sets Efficiency and GHG Goals while Boosting Renewables
Last month, Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty signed the Next Generation Energy Act of 2007, which will increase energy efficiency, expand community based energy development, and establish a statewide goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; it supplements the aggressive 25 x '25 renewable energy standard proposed by the Governor and signed earlier this year.

China Signs 400 MW Wind Farm Agreement

Mendel Biotechnology and BP Collaborate on Biofeedstock Programs
Mendel Biotechnology, Inc. and BP have entered into a collaboration to develop biofeedstocks for the production of cellulosic biofuels. In addition to funding the five-year biofuels research program, BP will become a shareholder of Mendel with representation on Mendel's Board.

ATS Signs Polysilicon Wafer Supply Agreement with Deutsche Solar AG
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. announced that its Photowatt France subsidiary has entered into a second contract for the long-term supply of polysilicon wafers, which is a subsidiary of SolarWorld AG

Renewable Energy Practice Group Forms at Law Firm

2007-06-16T14:15:00.000-07:00

Renewable Energy Practice Group Forms at Law Firm

G8 Leaders Agree to Set New Global Greenhouse Gas Goals

U.S. Senate Says No to "Clean Coal" & Nuclear in RPS
National Renewable Energy Portfolio (RPS) legislation introduced by Senator Pete Domenici (R-NM), which included clean coal technology and nuclear power alongside traditional sources of renewable energy, was voted down in the U.S. Senate this afternoon 56-29.

Getting Wind Farms Off the Ground

Raser Enters Geothermal Alliance Agreement

USW, Gamesa Ratify First Contract
New United Steelworkers (USW) members at Gamesa in Ebensburg and Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, have voted to approve their first contract by an 80% vote in favor. The three-year agreement lays the foundation for a strong USW-Gamesa partnership, as well as significant pay raises, bonuses, and benefit improvements.

Hamden Unveils Solar Electric System Awarded Under the Connecticut Clean Energy Communities Program
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) today hosted a dedication ceremony to unveil a 4-kilowatt solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed at Keefe Community Center in Hamden, Conn. The Town of Hamden earned this solar PV system through the Connecticut Clean Energy Communities Program of CCEF.

Caltrans Unveils Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant - Business Wire (press release)

Caltrans Unveils Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant
Business Wire (press release), CA - Jun 15, 2007
Over the same period, the system will generate enough clean, renewable energy to power roughly 563 homes for a year. “Having installed solar panels on my ...
Caltrans unveils Central Valley solar power plant Central Valley Business Times
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Akeena Solar Opens its Doors to International PV Trade Mission

2007-06-15T15:00:00.000-07:00

Akeena Solar Opens its Doors to International PV Trade Mission
Silicon Valley is becoming the Solar Valley of California. Fast growing Akeena Solar (OTCBB:AKNS) will open its doors to solar power delegates from the Netherlands, France, Belgium, United Kingdom, and Norway. The six day trade mission was organized by Solar Plaza in collaboration with CALSEIA.

Here Comes the Sun - A Pending Tax Credit Will Make Commercial ... - Earthtimes.org

Here Comes the Sun - A Pending Tax Credit Will Make Commercial ...
Earthtimes.org - 3 hours ago
"The business tax incentives now pending in Salem for renewable energy systems, such as solar power, are incredible. By adding solar to their energy mix, ...

United Solar Ovonic Receives $15 M PV Order from Biohaus

Minnesota Act Sets Efficiency and GHG Goals while Boosting Renewables

2007-06-14T17:45:00.000-07:00

Minnesota Act Sets Efficiency and GHG Goals while Boosting Renewables
Last month, Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty signed the Next Generation Energy Act of 2007, which will increase energy efficiency, expand community based energy development, and establish a statewide goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; it supplements the aggressive 25 x '25 renewable energy standard proposed by the Governor and signed earlier this year.

U.S. Senate Says No to "Clean Coal" & Nuclear in RPS
National Renewable Energy Portfolio (RPS) legislation introduced by Senator Pete Domenici (R-NM), which included clean coal technology and nuclear power alongside traditional sources of renewable energy, was voted down in the U.S. Senate this afternoon 56-29.

Suzlon Secures 630 MW Wind Turbine Order
Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation has signed a contract to supply an equivalent of 630 megawatts (MW) of capacity via 300 units of the S88-2.1 MW turbine, to Edison Mission Group (EMG) of Irvine, California.

UNITED SOLAR OVONIC panels power largest farm-based solar plant in ... - Verivox (Pressemitteilung)

UNITED SOLAR OVONIC panels power largest farm-based solar plant in ...
Verivox (Pressemitteilung), Germany - 12 hours ago
The installation, which spans 8 acres, is one of the largest single-site, privately-owned solar energy systems in the US SolarCraft, one of the most ...
UNITED SOLAR OVONIC receives $15 million order from BIOHAUS PresseBox (Pressemitteilung)(abonnement)
UNITED SOLAR OVONIC expands its presence in Europe Verivox (Pressemitteilung)
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Tubular Fuel Cell System Tested for Residential Use by NIST
Acumentrics Corporation, developer of solid oxide fuel cells, has submitted its 5-kilowatt (kW) fuel cell generator to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland, to help with testing.

Offshore Wind Farm Plans Are Called Off in U.S. Gulf

Wind to Make 20% of Power by 2030: Advocates

Yale chemists funded for research on converting solar energy to fuel - EurekAlert (press release)

Yale chemists funded for research on converting solar energy to fuel
EurekAlert (press release), DC - 4 hours ago
A team of chemists at Yale is working to increase the nation’s energy supply through effective use of solar power under the auspices of the US Department of ...

Alternative Energy Store Ranks on Internet Retailer's Top 500 List
Alternative Energy Store achieves national award in Internet Retailer Magazine for being one of the top 500 web retailers the United States.

Minnesota Act Sets Efficiency and GHG Goals while Boosting Renewables

2007-06-13T19:45:00.000-07:00

Grant of up to $722,000 from Connecticut Clean Energy Fund Approved for Solar PV Installation at General Electric's Fairfield Headquarters

2007-06-12T21:30:00.000-07:00

Grant of up to $722,000 from Connecticut Clean Energy Fund Approved for Solar PV Installation at General Electric's Fairfield Headquarters
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF), a ratepayer fund administered by Connecticut Innovations Inc. (CI), today announced that the Connecticut Clean Energy Investment Committee has approved a grant of up to $722,000 to help defray a portion of the total project cost of installing a 168-kilowatt DC solar photovoltaic (PV) system at the headquarters facility of General Electric Company (GE) in Fairfield, Connecticut. CCEF's funding will be provided through its On-Site Renewable Distributed Generation (DG) Program.

Milford Unveils Solar Electric System Awarded Under the Connecticut Clean Energy Communities Program
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) today hosted a dedication ceremony to unveil a 4-kilowatt solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed at Milford Lisman Landing Marina. The City of Milford earned this solar PV system through the Connecticut Clean Energy Communities Program of CCEF.

Will Incentives Ever Reward a Whole-System Approach?
What do you think the chances are that the energy tax credits and rebates will be extended, enlarged and set up in a way that rewards a whole house approach rather than individual items? - Frank P, Douglas, MA

1.1 MW Solar PV System Uses Uni-Solar Panels

Analysis: Nation Ripe for a Federal RPS

SCHOTT Supplies 61% of Nevada Solar One's Solar Receivers
SCHOTT announced that with the connection of the Nevada Solar One power plant to the grid last week, its solar receivers officially began collecting solar radiation needed to generate clean energy for Nevada homes. Of the total 18,240 receivers in use by the 64-MW solar thermal power plant, 11,136 are supplied by SCHOTT.

Minnesota Act Sets Efficiency and GHG Goals while Boosting Renewables
Last month, Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty signed the Next Generation Energy Act of 2007, which will increase energy efficiency, expand community based energy development, and establish a statewide goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; it supplements the aggressive 25 x '25 renewable energy standard proposed by the Governor and signed earlier this year.

BP Solar Provides Dealer Training Classes to Arizona Solar Businesses

2007-06-11T22:45:00.000-07:00

BP Solar Provides Dealer Training Classes to Arizona Solar Businesses
BP Solar will hold a training session June 11-13 in Sedona for solar dealers and installers interested in selling their BP Solar Home Solutions® systems to home owners in Arizona. The training will focus on four key areas: installation excellence and safety; maximizing system energy production; hands-on roof installation; and in-depth product knowledge.

Schwarzenegger Signs Legislation Fixing CSI "Flaw"
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today signed AB 1714, which is designed to fix an unintended flaw in legislation passed last year hindering the California Solar Initiative (CSI). The program, administered by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), has been touted as the best in the country. But issues with Time of Use (TOU) rates have slowed applications for residential solar systems significantly.

Announcing the 2007-2008 Hydrogen Student Design Contest
After a one year hiatus, the Hydrogen Education Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the Hydrogen Student Design Contest!

Grant of up to $722,000 from Connecticut Clean Energy Fund Approved for Solar PV Installation at General Electric's Fairfield Headquarters
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF), a ratepayer fund administered by Connecticut Innovations Inc. (CI), today announced that the Connecticut Clean Energy Investment Committee has approved a grant of up to $722,000 to help defray a portion of the total project cost of installing a 168-kilowatt DC solar photovoltaic (PV) system at the headquarters facility of General Electric Company (GE) in Fairfield, Connecticut. CCEF's funding will be provided through its On-Site Renewable Distributed Generation (DG) Program.

SPG Solar Honored with Sustainable 6 Award
Assemblymember Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced the Sustainable 6 Award to SPG Solar of San Rafael for their work in the design and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for homes, businesses, and large-scale commercial and government facilities. SPG Solar's President and CEO, Dan Thompson, accepted the award on the companies' behalf.

Akeena Completes $2.2 M Military Solar Power Installation in California

Rwanda Installs "Africa's Biggest" Solar Plant

Lybia Considers Solar Power for Remote Areas

Power Up Sponsoring Reception, at the 18th Annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair
Power Up Solar Co. Inc., (Power Up), announces that they will be hosting an "invitation only" evening "Food-N-Fun" tent event to welcome new dealers and thank existing dealers for their continued support.

Meet Me in St. Louis--for a Modern Energy Training Event June 25-27 hosted by Solar Night Industries

Announcing the 2007-2008 Hydrogen Student Design Contest

2007-06-11T01:00:00.000-07:00

Announcing the 2007-2008 Hydrogen Student Design Contest
After a one year hiatus, the Hydrogen Education Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the Hydrogen Student Design Contest!

Solar Bill Passes California Assembly
Yesterday, June 6, the California General Assembly approved the Solar Water Heating and Efficiency Act of 2007 (AB 1470), which would create a $250 million ten-year program to provide consumer rebates for solar water heating systems, essentially the nation's largest solar water heating program.

Applications Are Available for NABCEP's September 29th Exam
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners announced today that applications are available for the September 29, 2007 Solar Electric (PV) and Solar Thermal exams for installer certification. Applications are due by July 27, 2007.

SPG Solar Honored with Sustainable 6 Award
Assemblymember Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced the Sustainable 6 Award to SPG Solar of San Rafael for their work in the design and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for homes, businesses, and large-scale commercial and government facilities. SPG Solar's President and CEO, Dan Thompson, accepted the award on the companies' behalf.

200 Wind Turbines Purchased for Wind Farms in North America
Greenwind Power Corp. has become partners with Naturener S.A., through Naturener's purchase of 100% of Energy Logics Inc. in a contract valued at US$ 400 million. The companies are jointly developing four wind energy projects in southwestern Alberta, Canada.

FPL Energy Files to Build New Transmission Line in Texas
Lone Star Transmission, LLC, a subsidiary of FPL Energy, LLC, filed an application with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) to establish a new regulated utility business unit to construct, own and operate transmission facilities in Texas.

Xantrex Gets $8.2 M Orders for Solar Inverters

New Performance Standard to Regulate Power Plants on West Coast
The California Energy Commission approved regulations late last month that limit the purchase of electricity from power plants that fail to meet strict greenhouse gas emissions standards.

1.2 MW Commercial Tidal Energy System to Demo in August

2007-06-10T03:00:00.000-07:00

1.2 MW Commercial Tidal Energy System to Demo in August
Marine Current Turbines confirmed on Wednesday that installation of its SeaGen commercial tidal energy system will begin during the week of August 20th in Northern Ireland's Strangford Lough marine nature reserve. According to the company, the 1.2 megawatt (MW) capacity system will be the world's largest ever tidal current device once connected to the grid.

Rwanda Installs "Africa's Biggest" Solar Plant

No power bills for home lit up and warmed by the sun - Irish Independent

No power bills for home lit up and warmed by the sun
Irish Independent, Ireland - Jun 9, 2007
Recycling waste water from the bathroom and harnessing solar energy has produced the most sustainable mainstream home in the world, according to ...

Power Up Sponsoring Reception, at the 18th Annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair
Power Up Solar Co. Inc., (Power Up), announces that they will be hosting an "invitation only" evening "Food-N-Fun" tent event to welcome new dealers and thank existing dealers for their continued support.

Acciona Connects 64 MW Solar Thermal Plant to Nevada Grid

2007-06-09T06:01:00.000-07:00

Acciona Connects 64 MW Solar Thermal Plant to Nevada Grid
Acciona Solar Power announced that its Nevada Solar One project, a 64-megawatt (MW) solar thermal plant built over the course of 16 months, officially began supplying power to the Nevada Power grid this week.

Suzlon Secures 630 MW Order with Edison Mission Group

2007-06-08T09:45:00.000-07:00

Suzlon Secures 630 MW Order with Edison Mission Group
Chicago\Pune: Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation, the US-based subsidiary of Suzlon Energy A/S of Denmark, has signed a contract to supply a total of 300 units of the S88-2.1 MW turbine, which is equivalent to 630 MW of capacity, with Edison Mission Group (EMG) of Irvine, California.

New Performance Standard to Regulate Power Plants on West Coast
The California Energy Commission approved regulations late last month that limit the purchase of electricity from power plants that fail to meet strict greenhouse gas emissions standards.

FCStone Carbon and Argonne Lab to Quantify Biofuel Carbon Credit Reductions

2007-06-07T11:00:00.000-07:00

FCStone Carbon and Argonne Lab to Quantify Biofuel Carbon Credit Reductions
FCStone Carbon, LLC and the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory are working together to quantify biofuel carbon credit reductions and trading in the marketplace.

SolarWorld Group Concludes New Wafer Contracts for Euro 1.5 B
SolarWorld AG, a Deutsche Solar AG subsidiary, entered into new long-term agreements with a number of globally operating cell and module manufacturers for the supply with solar silicon wafers from the Freiberg production.

3TIER scientists stress importance of accurate wind forecasting at WINDPOWER 2007
Wind developers and financiers should pay attention today to global warming because it will significantly alter wind speeds over the next 30 to 50 years, affecting continued profitability of wind projects, Scott Eichelberger, Ph.D., told attendees at a WINDPOWER 2007 Wind Resource Assessments panel.

US Geothermal Completes $20 M Private Placement Financing

Vestas, Gamesa Make Wind Top Energy Market Investment (Update1)

NB Power Moves to Expand its Renewable Energy Portfolio

Sollatek Solar in Lybia - PR-GB.com (press release)

2007-06-06T14:00:00.000-07:00

Sollatek Solar in Lybia - PR-GB.com (press release)

Sollatek Solar in Lybia
PR-GB.com (press release), Bulgaria - 5 hours ago
While developed countries such as Europe, Japan and the USA are the world’s largest installers of solar energy, this is generally done for green issues and ...

U.S. Energy Biogas Corp. Now Reorganized

Garrad Hassan now Forecast for 30% of all Texan Wind Farms
Garrad Hassan currently forecast for approximately 30% of wind energy in Texas, USA. Texas is currently the highest ranking state in the United States for wind energy production, with a total installed capacity of 2,749 MW (AWEA, March 2007).

KEPCO to Build Five New Wind Power Stations in Northern China

'Entrepreneur of the Year' Joins Soliant Energy on Path to Grid Parity - Earthtimes.org

'Entrepreneur of the Year' Joins Soliant Energy on Path to Grid Parity
Earthtimes.org - 8 hours ago
During the Department of Energy's Solar America Initiative selection process, Soliant Energy's Heliotube platform was reviewed by Craig Cornelius, ...
'Entrepreneur of the Year' Joins Soliant Energy on Path to Grid Parity PR Newswire (press release)
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FuelCell Energy Sells 5.1 MW of Ultra-Clean Energy to South Korea
FuelCell Energy, Inc. announced that its distribution partner POSCO Power has sold 5.1 megawatts (MW) of new power plants that allow electric utility customers in South Korea to generate clean energy and comply with the country's strict greenhouse gas reduction targets.

NH Senate Passes Update to State's Net Metering Law
The New Hampshire Senate passed a revision to the state's net metering laws on Thursday that will raise the size of eligible renewable energy systems to 100-kilowatts (kW). The bill now moves to the Public Utilities Commission for review before ending up on the governor's desk.

Washington needs to lead a green energy revolution - The Register-Guard

2007-06-05T16:45:00.000-07:00

Washington needs to lead a green energy revolution - The Register-Guard

Washington needs to lead a green energy revolution
The Register-Guard, OR - 7 hours ago
... company that wants to build a nuclear power plant; and, finally, build a national transmission grid - a green power superhighway - so that solar energy ...

Big Solar's day in the sun - CNNMoney.com

2007-06-04T17:30:00.000-07:00

Big Solar's day in the sun - CNNMoney.com

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Big Solar's day in the sun
CNNMoney.com - 22 hours ago
But by the early '90s, California utilities were building power plants that ran on ever cheaper natural gas, and solar energy became as passé as the Pinto. ...
Going green makes sense for a state rich in renewables Honolulu Star-Bulletin
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NH Senate Passes Update to State's Net Metering Law
The New Hampshire Senate passed a revision to the state's net metering laws on Thursday that will raise the size of eligible renewable energy systems to 100-kilowatts (kW). The bill now moves to the Public Utilities Commission for review before ending up on the governor's desk.

Green power used in solar project - The Ledger

Green power used in solar project
The Ledger, FL - 10 hours ago
FPL's sister company, FPL Energy LLC, is the world's largest producer of wind power and has one of the largest solar farms in the nation, but none of those ...