Globeleq Generation Limited, the emerging markets power company, announced the Cerro de Hula (CdH) wind energy plant in Honduras has reached financial close and that formal notice to proceed with construction has been issued. Globeleq’s majority owned subsidiary, Energias Renovables de Mesoamerica S.A. (known as Mesoamerica Energy) the owner, operator and leading developer of wind… Read more »
Asslar, Germany, November 3, 2010. Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, Asslar, intends to acquire Alcatel-Lucent’s Vacuum Technology Unit (“Adixen”) which is headquartered in Annecy, France. Negotiations on the purchase of the companies, patents and licenses belonging to this unit have been largely finalized. Manfred Bender, Chief Executive Officer of Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, comments on the envisaged acquisition: “With this move,… Read more »
Meyer Burger has successfully concluded a contract of over CHF 70 million for wire saws and wafer inspection systems with a customer in Asia. The customer plans the expansion of its production facility in 2011, and relies on the high-tech manufacturing equipment from Meyer Burger. The equipment is scheduled to be delivered during 2011. Meyer… Read more »
Australia’s largest combined cycle power station is operational and providing power to 400,000 Queensland homes while significantly reducing water usage in a drought prone region and reducing greenhouse gas emissions relative to equivalent coal-fired generation. In partnership with GE Energy, CH2M HILL, a global full-service consulting, design, construction, and operations firm, served as the engineer,… Read more »
China Technology Development Group Corporation (“CTDC”, the “Company” or “we”) (CTDC 2.51, +0.18, +7.73%) , a growing clean energy group based in China to provide solar energy products and solutions, announced today that CTDC has entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement (the “SPA”) with Linsun Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (“LSR”) and its stockholders, Goldpoly Company… Read more »
GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Limited (“GCL-Poly”) and Wells Fargo today announced a joint program through which Wells Fargo will invest over $100 million by the end of 2011 to fund the development of solar photovoltaic power projects throughout the U.S. by GCL-Poly subsidiary GCL Solar Energy Inc. (“GCL Solar”). Financing provided by Wells Fargo will enable… Read more »
Steve Sawyer, Secretary General of the GWEC, will be instantly recognisable to most within the industry. His unique experience on the international policy stage coupled with an in-depth understanding of climate change and renewable energy represent a real step change for GWEC’s global lobbying efforts. Here, he talks to PES about the strength of the industry and gives us an insider’s… Read more »
Visitors to the HARTING Technology Group’s stand can expect to experience some “bright prospects” at this year’s electronica, taking place from November 9 to 12, 2010, in Munich. The Espelkamp headquartered, family owned and managed company is developing connectivity innovations for all industrial lifelines: data, signals and power. The triad formed by Installation Technology, Device Connectivity and Automation IT is… Read more »
GE (NYSE: GE) today announced an order from Suncor Energy for 55 of GE’s advanced 1.6-megawatt wind turbines for one of the largest wind power projects in the province of Alberta, Canada. The Wintering Hills project is part of a new “crop” of wind farms being built across Canada with the help of GE’s technical… Read more »
Broadwind Energy, Inc. (BWEN 1.93, -0.06, -3.02%) reported revenue of $38.2 million for the third quarter of 2010, up 4% from the second quarter of 2010. Versus the third quarter of 2009, revenues declined 36% from $59.5 million primarily due to lower tower production, reduced deployment of service technicians and lower hauling activity linked to… Read more »
Wind energy projects developer Edison Mission Group (EMG), a subsidiary of Edison International (NYSE: EIX | PowerRating), stated on Wednesday that its subsidiary Edison Mission Energy (EME) has started construction of its tenth wind project in Minnesota. The 30-megawatt Community Wind North project represents a total investment of USD58m and is scheduled for completion by… Read more »
Tentec, a leading supplier of bolt tightening solutions for the wind turbine industry is pleased to announce that it has received vendor approval for its range of bolt tensioning equipment from Acciona, the world leader in renewable energy. This homologation means that Acciona companies throughout the world can purchase Tentec’s innovative Aero range of bolt… Read more »
* FPD International: Merck will showcase PS-VA technology and its advantages over conventional LCD technologies and licrivue® materials for 3D patterned retarder films Darmstadt, Germany – November 5, 2010 – Merck KGaA announced today that it will be exhibiting at the FPD International, one of the leading events for the flat panel display industry, from… Read more »
DEK Solar has announced the appointment of Michael Shi as its new Regional Sales Manager. Responsible for developing and refining a direct sales channel for the solar production equipment specialist, Michael’s role will see him extend the company’s rising profile in the photovoltaic marketplace. Commenting on his new role, Michael explains: “I’m delighted to be joining DEK Solar at… Read more »
Intersolar organizers, Solar Promotion International GmbH and Freiburg Management and Marketing International GmbH, and SOLARCON organizer SEMI PV Group have decided to postpone their latest joint project, Intersolar/SOLARCON China. This decision is based on diverse factors, including unfavorable scheduling conflicts with other solar events taking place in Shanghai, China. As service oriented companies, the organizers of Intersolar and SOLARCON… Read more »
In 1954, Bell Labs pioneered the development of solar power technology, creating solar panels able to support the telephone service of American farmers living off the electricity grid. Today, more than 50 years later, Alcatel-Lucent (NYSE: ALU) – in conjunction with SunPower Corp. (Nasdaq: SPWRA, SPWRB) and ConEdison Development (CED) – announced that a 1.2-megawatt… Read more »
Edison Mission Group (EMG), a subsidiary of Edison International (EIX 37.15, -0.03, -0.08%) , announced today that its subsidiary Edison Mission Energy (EME) has begun construction of its 10th wind project in Minnesota, the 30-megawatt Community Wind North project in the southwestern part of the state. All of the electricity produced by the project will… Read more »
The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) recognized organizations and individuals who have worked to advance the Canadian wind energy industry during its gala Awards Banquet yesterday as part of its 26th annual Conference and Exhibition. Awards were presented in four categories: Individual Leadership, Group Leadership, the R.J. Templin Award for scientific, technical, engineering work and… Read more »
Today is the inauguration of SOLON SE’s first ground-mounted solar power plants in France situated in Ferrassières near Avignon, in the Rhône-Alpes region. SOLON Investments, a SOLON SE subsidiary, planned and built two turnkey solar power plants with a total nominal output of three megawatts (MWp) on the former site of two launch pads for… Read more »
Phoenix Solar AG (ISIN DE000A0BVU93), a leading photovoltaic system integrator listed on the German TecDAX, today presented “The True Value of Photovoltaics in Germany” study on the calculation of the differential cost of photovoltaic electricity and the costs and benefits of photovoltaics. The intention of this study is to present an objective standpoint on the… Read more »
RMT, Inc. (RMT), a leader in the engineering and construction of renewable energy facilities, is expanding its presence in Canada. The company, operating as RMT Canada Construction Inc., will provide site development support, engineering and construction services for wind and solar energy facilities. “This is very familiar territory for RMT,” explains RMT President, Steve Johannsen…. Read more »
The renewable energy markets of Africa have been experiencing increasing demand with continued development and this provides exciting opportunities and challenges for the renewable energy industry. The Wind Power Conference, to be held at the Cairo Ramses Hilton Hotel in Egypt, will take place on December 13th and 14th, with interactive workshops to be held… Read more »
As of September 2010, SGS has become a member of Suisse Eole, an association for the promotion of wind energy in Switzerland. As a newly recognized Suisse Eole member, SGS attended its first meeting of the association on September 14th in Bern. During the one-day event SGS held an informative presentation on Site Assessment for… Read more »
First Reserve Corporation, the world’s leading private equity firm in the energy industry, today announced that it has entered into a euro 276 million project financing facilities agreement for the Rovigo solar plant in Northeast Italy. First Reserve acquired the 70 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic (PV) power plant from Sun Edison LLC, a division of MEMC… Read more »
Day4 Energy Inc. (TSX: DFE), a leading global provider of solar photovoltaic products and solutions, announces that it has completed its acquisition of ACI ecoTec GmbH (“ACI”) in an all stock transaction of up to 9.18 million common shares. At the completion of the acquisition 5,400,000 common shares of the company were issued at a… Read more »
Gamesa Technology Corp., a world leader in wind turbine manufacturing, will launch its new G97-2.0 megawatt (MW) turbine platform for the North American market at the Canadian Wind Energy Association’s annual conference and exhibition, one of the wind energy industry’s premier events. The new G97-2.0 MW Class IIIA model is specially designed for low-wind sites,… Read more »
Oldcastle Precast was contracted by Synergy Electric to design, engineer and manufacture the precast solar panel ballasted foundations for the more than 6,000 solar panels that cover 6 acres. The $ 9 million NAVFAC solar energy project is located on top of an old landfill on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, CA, known as the… Read more »
It would be too easy for us, as champion of wind power, to focus on the desperate situation that befell the Gulf of Mexico earlier this year. The oil spill has been ruinous and BP’s reputation was severely damaged, but it’s encouraging to know that the company is still pressing ahead with its wind energy division. It’s an area… Read more »
It’s been noted before that war drives innovation. From cling film to aerosols, digital cameras to cold medicine and GM foods to Google, many of the gadgets and conveniences enjoyed today can be traced back to conflict. It’s therefore encouraging to learn that the US military has recently announced that it aims to use 50% renewable energy within ten… Read more »
The GRIDS 2010 conference & exhibition, organised by the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) will provide policy-makers, industry leaders and engineering experts with a platform to debate the issues surrounding the design, planning and building of new European electricity infrastructure that will meet Europe’s energy, consumer and climate needs. · Top speakers representing all stakeholders:… Read more »
Today, Solarsense UK Ltd. starts operating Britain ‘s largest private solar power plant. Solarsense has installed the 200 kilowatt plant on the cowhouse of the Worthy Farm in the town of Glastonbury in southern England . The grounds are used as a venue for Europe ‘s largest open-air music festival, attended by roughly 200,000 guests… Read more »
The European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) is pleased that the European Commission has released a document, “Wind energy developments and Natura 2000”, which provides clear guidance to national and regional authorities on how to ensure that the development of wind farms in Natura 2000 areas is compatible with the EU’s Birds and Habitats Directives. The… Read more »
Chevron Energy Solutions, a unit of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), announced three solar and energy efficiency projects in Orange County, Calif. The projects are expected to save the City of Brea and two school districts more than $40 million over the life of the projects through energy efficiency improvements and the installation of more than… Read more »
BUSINESS leaders on the frontline of the solar energy revolution will meet at a major conference later this year to plot the UK’s future in the rapidly growing market. The Solar Flair 10 conference will see key players in the photovoltaic sector gather at Lumley Castle, County Durham, to discuss the future of the emerging… Read more »
Meyer Burger continues to benefit from the very positive market environment in the solar industry and increases its guidance on net sales. For fiscal year 2010, Meyer Burger expects net sales to reach about CHF 800 million now. The increase is based on expected deliveries and sales recognition until the end of the current year…. Read more »
The multiple world champion in orienteering racing has fulfilled her dream of a modern home. As from now, Simone Niggli-Luder’s family will be living in a home which conserves resources and is energy efficient. The EnergyPlus house was built to comply with the Minergie standard and produces more energy than it uses. The MegaSlate® solar… Read more »