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Governors See Jobs on the Path to Clean Energy, Efficiency
President Obama gives his State of the Union address tonight, and some supporters of the shift to clean energy worry that the troubled U.S. economy and high unemployment will overwhelm any attention he might want to give climate change. Sen. John Kerry, who has been leading the Senate drive for climate legislation, urged the president… Read more »
Spanish company plans New Mexico solar plant
A Spanish company plans to invest $1 billion to build a large solar energy production plant in New Mexico. Gov. Bill Richardson joined Wednesday with executives of GA-Solar and its parent company, Gestamp Corp., to announce the photovoltaic solar plant. It will cover 2,500 acres near Santa Rosa in eastern New Mexico. The plant will… Read more »
Canadian Solar inks 60 MW supply deal with Fire Energy
Chinese solar-cell maker Canadian Solar Inc’s (CSIQ.O) said it had agreed to supply 60 megawatts of photovoltaic modules to Spain’s Fire Energy Group in 2010. Fire Energy, a system integrator, said it will promote Canadian Solar’s PV products in Spain, Germany and Italy. Initial shipments started this month. Wednesday’s news comes a day after the… Read more »
Public supports ambitious scheme for micro-scale renewable energy: poll
The public overwhelmingly support a much more ambitious scheme to push renewable energy for homes and communities, a new poll shows today ahead of a key government announcement next week. Government officials are putting the finishing touches to plans to boost the take-up of renewable energy in Britain – which is the lowest in Europe… Read more »
N.Y. Gov. Paterson at ESF to Announce Solar Energy Initiative
N.Y. Gov. David Paterson visited SUNY-ESF today (Jan. 27, 2010) to announce a major energy initiative that would lead to the installation of up to 100 megawatts of solar photovoltaic systems at public buildings throughout the state. Paterson said the photovoltaic arrays would be installed in schools and government buildings by 2014, increasing by five… Read more »
Ted Turner, utility CEO set sights on the sun
When it comes to their positions on energy and the environment, Ted Turner and Southern Co. Chief Executive David Ratcliffe seem as compatible as Felix and Oscar of “Odd Couple” fame. The latter shared an apartment, though; the media mogul and the utility executive are going into the solar energy business together. On Tuesday Turner… Read more »
Nd Wind Energy in Top 10
North Dakota has been at the top of many lists. And recently, the state was added to yet another one. The American Wind Energy Association names North Dakota as one of the top ten wind producing states in the country. P-S-C Commissioner Tony Clark says it a pretty remarkable accomplishment for the state. Nearly ten… Read more »
Is clean tech China’s moon shot?
The global race to develop clean technology is not just about who can build the best solar parks or wind farms. It is also shaping up as a contest between Chinese-style capitalism and the more market-oriented approach fancied by the United States and Europe. The question comes down to this: will China’s highly capitalized command-and-control… Read more »
State designates wind-energy zones in Thumb area, west Michigan
State regulators have designated a region in the Thumb area of Michigan and a west Michigan region as those likely to be most productive for wind energy. In designating the “wind energy resource zones,” the Michigan Public Service Commission said the primary zone is a region that includes parts of Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Sanilac and… Read more »
Michigan looks to wind energy
Operations at a 2,000-acre wind farm in Cadillac, Mich., are meeting the electricity demands of roughly 2,000 homes, Michigan utility Detroit Edison said. Anthony Earley, chairman at Detroit Edison’s parent company DTE Energy, said the wind farm fit within Michigan’s vision for a clean energy future. “We’re focused on finding clean, cost-effective new sources of… Read more »
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XOCEAN Secures €115 Million Investment to Accelerate Growth of Its Ocean Data Services Platform
Funding will support continued expansion across multiple offshore segments including wind development and operations, asset integrity assurance, CCUS, and civil hydrography DUBLIN – January 9, 2025 – XOCEAN, a leading provider of ocean data to the offshore energy and civil hydrography sectors, has closed a €115 million fundraise that will help support its ongoing growth… Read more »
Busch Group Expands Presence in Romania
The Busch Group has expanded the production facility of Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions in Romania. The new premises have now been inaugurated. Cluj, Romania, December 12, 2023 – The event took place at Nervia Industrial Park in Apahida, Cluj County. During the celebration, two other important milestones were also recognized: Busch Romania had its 10th anniversary… Read more »
OHM Group Invests in Rooftop Solar to Super-Charge Fast-Growing EV Sales
Innovative DC-optimised solar system is forecast to produce around 160MWh of energy each year – with potential to offset up to 50% of electricity use and reach over €50,000 savings annually, with payback expected in just three years Plans are already in place to install solar systems at eight additional sites See video here 8th… Read more »
All Energies Services Group Announces Strategic Acquisition of CWind Ltd from Inspirit Capital
All Energies Services Group (AES Group), a leading provider of sustainable energy solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of CWind Ltd, a market leader in offshore wind services, from private equity firm Inspirit Capital. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in AES Group’s mission to expand its footprint in the renewable energy sector… Read more »
SBM Offshore signs investment agreement with Ocean-Power
Amsterdam, 7 January 2025. Following the MoU signed with Norwegian company Ocean-Power in June 2024, SBM Offshore is pleased to announce an initial equity investment in Ocean-Power. As a result of this investment, SBM Offshore holds a minority ownership in Ocean-Power AS, and has appointed one director who has joined the company Board. This investment offers the… Read more »
NRG Systems’ Bat Deterrent Technology, Paired with Curtailment, Reduces Bat Fatalities at Wind Projects in Canada by Up to 91%
Comprehensive six-year study led by Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) confirms acoustic deterrents could improve conservation and energy production outcomes at wind facilities Hinesburg, Vermont, USA – A landmark six-year study conducted by Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) has shown that combining NRG Systems, Inc.’s pioneering Bat Deterrent System with operational curtailment can reduce bat… Read more »
Jan De Nul installs subsea export cables to connect future floating wind farms off the Southern Brittany coast in France
DOE $5M Match Grant to Michigan-Based Clean Tech Company Gives the Green Light for Expansion
REC Group empowers US Solar Installers to enter thriving Commercial Segment with new REC Alpha Pro M Solar Panel
Ivalua to Enable Milence to Digitalize Procurement and Accelerate Innovation
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