http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/ Copyright Elsevier Ltd Intuitiv Ltd (www.intuitiv.net) Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:02:01 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/_common/img/template/ref/site-logo.gif http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7976/qcells-ceo-leaves-on-solar-pv-market-crisis/ Q-Cells SE’s CEO Anton Milner has resigned from the company’s Management Board with immediate effect stating the crisis in the global solar photovoltaic (PV) market as a main factor. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:39:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7976/qcells-ceo-leaves-on-solar-pv-market-crisis/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7983/ris-dtu-to-create-danish-center-for-test-approval-of-fuel-cell-and-hydrogen-tech/ The Danish national laboratory for sustainable energy, Risø DTU, is leading the establishment of a center to support industry with test, development, analysis, approval, certification, consultation, and training in fuel cell and hydrogen technologies. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7983/ris-dtu-to-create-danish-center-for-test-approval-of-fuel-cell-and-hydrogen-tech/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7975/statkraft-and-siemens-open-solar-pv-plant-in-italy/ The 3.3 MW Casale solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Italy has been opened by Siemens Energy and Norwegian utility Statkraft. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7975/statkraft-and-siemens-open-solar-pv-plant-in-italy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7974/dong-energys-profit-tumbles-in-2009/ DONG Energy A/S saw a 77% tumble in net profit to DKK1.1 billion in 2009. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7974/dong-energys-profit-tumbles-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7972/us-smart-grid-grant-taxexemption/ Awardees under the US$3.4 billion Smart Grid Investment Grant programme in the USA will not have to pay tax on funding under the grant. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:50:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7972/us-smart-grid-grant-taxexemption/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7970/trina-solar-supplies-25-mw-solar-pv-to-us-wholesaler/ Trina Solar Ltd will supply around 25 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules to Essco Wholesale Electric Inc, in the USA. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7970/trina-solar-supplies-25-mw-solar-pv-to-us-wholesaler/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7968/us-wind-industry-wants-res/ The US wind industry, through the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), has called on Congress to pass a national Renewable Electricity Standard (RES) to save and create US jobs. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7968/us-wind-industry-wants-res/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7967/spain-grants-21m-for-wave-energy-device/ The Spanish Ministry for Science and Innovation (MICINN) has granted €2.1 million for the development of the Wave Energy Lift Converter Multiple España (WELCOME) wave power generator project. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7967/spain-grants-21m-for-wave-energy-device/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7956/canadian-feedin-tariff-approves-solar-projects/ The feed-in tariff in the province of Ontario has approved the first trache of larger solar energy projects. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7956/canadian-feedin-tariff-approves-solar-projects/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7922/california-funds-us90m-clean-and-renewable-energy/ The California Energy Commission (CEC) says its US$90 million ‘Clean Energy Manufacturing Program’ will strengthen the state’s leadership in clean and renewable energy by providing financing to manufacturers. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:42:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7922/california-funds-us90m-clean-and-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7921/us-health-group-saves-money-on-renewable-energy/ A non-profit network of healthcare providers in the eastern United States could save US$1.25 million over the next three years after locking in electricity rates through a renewable energy purchasing contract. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7921/us-health-group-saves-money-on-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7920/us-solar-firm-buys-italian-solar-facility/ Prime Sun Power will purchase a 25 MW solar electric plant in Italy. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7920/us-solar-firm-buys-italian-solar-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7919/renewable-energy-in-australia-is-largely-undeveloped/ The Government of Australia has released its first national Energy Resource Assessment, concluding that wind energy and other renewable energy sources are expected to become increasingly significant. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7919/renewable-energy-in-australia-is-largely-undeveloped/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7918/energy-efficiency-in-us-could-create-333000-jobs/ Proposed US legislation on energy efficiency would create more than half-a-million jobs within two years, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:32:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7918/energy-efficiency-in-us-could-create-333000-jobs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7916/suntechs-net-income-soars-182-in-2009/ Suntech saw a 182% surge in net income attributable to holders of ordinary shares to US$91.48 million in 2009. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7916/suntechs-net-income-soars-182-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7915/phoenix-solar-net-profit-down-637-in-2009/ Phoenix Solar saw consolidated net profit slump 63.7% to €8.5 million in 2009 following the fall in prices and the financial downturn. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7915/phoenix-solar-net-profit-down-637-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7914/sunpower-and-k6-build-2-mw-solar-pv-in-italy/ SunPower Corp and K6 S.a.S. will build two 1 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants in the Puglia region, Italy. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7914/sunpower-and-k6-build-2-mw-solar-pv-in-italy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7911/first-solar-supplies-300-mw-solar-thinfilm-pv-to-pge/ First Solar Inc will supply electricity from a 300 MW utility-scale solar thin-film photovoltaic (PV) facility in Southern California to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7911/first-solar-supplies-300-mw-solar-thinfilm-pv-to-pge/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7879/renewable-energy-can-meet-100-of-demand-us-study/ A study in North Carolina suggests that solar and wind energy could supply 94% of the electricity needs in the state. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7879/renewable-energy-can-meet-100-of-demand-us-study/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7874/us-needs-more-data-on-marine-and-hydrokinetic-renewable-energy/ A report to the US Congress examines the potential effects from marine energy and hydrokinetic energy, and options to prevent adverse environmental effects as the technologies become more commercial. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7874/us-needs-more-data-on-marine-and-hydrokinetic-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7869/hawaii-wind-farm-receives-us117m/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) has offered a conditional commitment on a US$117 million loan guarantee to finance construction of a 30 MW wind energy project in Kahuku, Hawaii. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7869/hawaii-wind-farm-receives-us117m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7865/germany-reduces-solar-subsidy/ The German Cabinet has approved a reduction in the feed-in tariffs for solar energy. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7865/germany-reduces-solar-subsidy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7852/european-offshore-supergrid-organisation-set-up/ An organisation to progress policy towards construction of a pan-European offshore supergrid, Friends of the Supergrid, has been set up. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7852/european-offshore-supergrid-organisation-set-up/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7849/us-regional-test-centres-for-small-wind/ Small wind regional test centres to test small wind turbines will be set up by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the Wind and Hydropower Technologies Program and four partners. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7849/us-regional-test-centres-for-small-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7848/kyocera-launches-215-w-and-144-efficiency-solar-module/ Kyocera is launching the KD215GH-2PU, 215 W solar photovoltaic (PV) module with at 14.4% rated efficiency from the KD series. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7848/kyocera-launches-215-w-and-144-efficiency-solar-module/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7846/maps-to-reveal-hydropower-potential-in-uk/ A map revealing potential hydropower hotspots in England and Wales has been published by the UK Environment Agency. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:32:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7846/maps-to-reveal-hydropower-potential-in-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7842/qcells-largest-solar-pv-system-integrator-in-2009/ Q-Cells International was the largest solar photovoltaic (PV) system integrator in 2009, according to a study by IMS Research. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7842/qcells-largest-solar-pv-system-integrator-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7829/uk-wave-and-tidal-to-reach-2-gw-by-2020/ RenewableUK (formerly BWEA) says 2 GW of wave and tidal could be installed in the UK by 2020, but that further Government investment is needed. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7829/uk-wave-and-tidal-to-reach-2-gw-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7826/wave-and-tidal-potential-assessment/ The first full Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) for wave and tidal energy in Wales and England has been outlined, says the UK Department of Energy and Climate Change. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7826/wave-and-tidal-potential-assessment/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7825/mersey-tidal-power-shortlist-down-to-four-technologies/ The Mersey Tidal Power project has completed the first stage of a major feasibility study designed to select a preferred tidal power scheme for Mersey Estuary, North West England. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7825/mersey-tidal-power-shortlist-down-to-four-technologies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7823/eu-money-for-electricity-interconnection-/ The European Commission has allocated €910 million for 12 electricity interconnection projects as part of its broader European Economic Recovery Plan. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7823/eu-money-for-electricity-interconnection-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7821/kyocera-manufactures-solar-modules-in-usa/ Kyocera plans to manufacture solar photovoltaic (PV) modules in California, USA, to serve the US market. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:21:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7821/kyocera-manufactures-solar-modules-in-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7820/lm-glasfiber-opens-wind-turbine-blade-facility-in-china/ LM Glasfiber is setting up a fourth wind turbine blade facility in Jiangyin, China, following a contract with Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Envision for 2 GW worth of wind turbine blades. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7820/lm-glasfiber-opens-wind-turbine-blade-facility-in-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7804/sfc-efoy-fuel-cell-powers-altec-mobile-security-and-fire-watch-system/ Altec, a French specialist in security, surveillance, and fire watch systems, has launched the mobile Sentinelle visual and thermal camera system. The Sentinelle, designed for fire watch and observation applications, is powered by an EFOY Pro 2200 fuel cell supplied by SFC Smart Fuel Cell. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7804/sfc-efoy-fuel-cell-powers-altec-mobile-security-and-fire-watch-system/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7791/ocean-power-technologies-gets-22m-for-spanish-wave-energy/ Ocean Power Technologies Inc has been awarded €2.2 million under the European Commission's Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) for a wave energy project in Spain. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7791/ocean-power-technologies-gets-22m-for-spanish-wave-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7788/trina-solar-eu-hq-in-switzerland/ Trina Solar Ltd has established a European regional headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, which commenced initial operations as of January 2010. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:39:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7788/trina-solar-eu-hq-in-switzerland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7785/paralana-geothermal-project-meets-temperature-expectations/ Temperature measurements taken at the Paralana geothermal energy joint venture project north of the Flinders Ranges in South Australia, is meeting expectations, according to Petratherm. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:19:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7785/paralana-geothermal-project-meets-temperature-expectations/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7780/enerqos-group-constructs-solar-pv-roofs/ The Enerqos Group has begun the construction of two solar photovoltaic (PV) roofs (200 kWp and 400 kWp respectively), to cover the shopping centres of Nova Coop, one of the largest distribution chains in Piedmont, Italy. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7780/enerqos-group-constructs-solar-pv-roofs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7778/23450-jobs-if-colorado-state-supports-solar/ The state of Colorado, USA, could create thousands of jobs if it approves legislation to require large utilities to increase their use of renewable energy. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:55:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7778/23450-jobs-if-colorado-state-supports-solar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7773/ballard-fuel-cells-to-power-new-sunline-buses-in-california/ Canadian-based Ballard Power Systems has entered into contracts for the supply of fuel cell power modules to power two different transit bus configurations at SunLine Transit in Thousand Oaks, California. One fuel cell bus will enter operation in Palm Springs later this year, and the other in 2011. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:11:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7773/ballard-fuel-cells-to-power-new-sunline-buses-in-california/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7757/iberdrola-creates-scottish-offshore-wind-energy-division/ Iberdrola Renovables will base an offshore wind division in Glasgow, Scotland, to promote wind energy projects that will amount to 10 GW of capacity. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:41:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7757/iberdrola-creates-scottish-offshore-wind-energy-division/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7767/acta-rejigs-asian-catalysts-fuel-cell-distribution-deal-with-sumitomo/ The Italian-based fuel cell and catalyst developer Acta SpA has agreed a new catalysts distribution arrangement with Sumitomo Corporation in Japan. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:52:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7767/acta-rejigs-asian-catalysts-fuel-cell-distribution-deal-with-sumitomo/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7756/us-offers-us100m-for-research-on-renewable-power-storage/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) will fund US$100 million for research projects focusing on grid-scale energy storage, electrical power technology, and building energy efficiency. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7756/us-offers-us100m-for-research-on-renewable-power-storage/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7745/kyocera-increases-solar-pv-production-to-1-gw/ Kyocera is increasing its annual solar photovoltaic (PV) cell production targets to 1 GW by March 2013. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:08:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7745/kyocera-increases-solar-pv-production-to-1-gw/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7744/npd-group-acquires-solar-energy-market-researcher-solarbuzz/ The NPD Group has acquired Solarbuzz LLC, an international solar energy market research and consulting company. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:06:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7744/npd-group-acquires-solar-energy-market-researcher-solarbuzz/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7743/offshore-electricity-grids-slowed-by-politics-and-regulations/ Offshore electricity grids in the North and Baltic Sea are being slowed by political and regulatory differences between bordering countries, according to the OffshoreGrid consortium. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7743/offshore-electricity-grids-slowed-by-politics-and-regulations/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7736/solar-boat-uses-500-m2-of-pv-panels/ The world’s largest solar powered boat will launch next month and travel around the world in 2011. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7736/solar-boat-uses-500-m2-of-pv-panels/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7742/renewable-energy-and-efficiency-loans-for-uk-homes/ The UK Government has announced a new strategy to make UK homes more energy efficient and increase use of renewable energy. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:50:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7742/renewable-energy-and-efficiency-loans-for-uk-homes/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7735/wrtsil-and-hitachi-zosen-to-develop-market-fuel-cell-power-plant-solutions-in-japan/ Finland-based Wärtsilä and Hitachi Zosen in Japan have signed a business development agreement to develop and market solid oxide fuel cell based power solutions for distributed power generation applications in Japan. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7735/wrtsil-and-hitachi-zosen-to-develop-market-fuel-cell-power-plant-solutions-in-japan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7711/solar-jv-between-solarworld-and-qatar-foundation/ SolarWorld AG has a 29% stake in the newly founded solar joint venture Qatar Solar Technologies (QST) headquartered in the Emirate of Qatar. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7711/solar-jv-between-solarworld-and-qatar-foundation/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7710/sunpower-delivers-32-mw-of-solar-panels-to-toshiba/ SunPower Corp will deliver 32 MW of solar panels to Toshiba Corporation in 2010. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:29:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7710/sunpower-delivers-32-mw-of-solar-panels-to-toshiba/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7701/financing-for-renewable-energy-to-save-us22ma/ The state of Massachusetts has launched a new financing plan that will support renewable energy and energy efficiency projects at state buildings, saving millions of dollars in energy costs each year while creating jobs and supporting the administration's clean energy goals. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7701/financing-for-renewable-energy-to-save-us22ma/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7700/europe-adopts-report-on-biomass-sustainability/ The European Commission has adopted a report on sustainability requirements for the use of solid biomass and biogas in electricity, heating and cooling, concluding that more detailed legislation is not necessary at this stage. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7700/europe-adopts-report-on-biomass-sustainability/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7698/scotland-should-support-offgrid-renewable-energy/ Targets for climate change are ambitious but are achievable if the Scottish Government considers support for green heat and other non-traded energy. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7698/scotland-should-support-offgrid-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7693/mitsubishi-electric-expands-solar-power-activities/ Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has completed construction of PV Cell Plant #2, a solar photovoltaic (PV) cell production facility at its Nakatsugawa Works Iida Factory in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7693/mitsubishi-electric-expands-solar-power-activities/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7681/renewable-energy-developer-juwi-expands/ The juwi group of Germany is expanding in Germany and the USA – “one of the world’s largest growth markets for renewable energies.” Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:19:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7681/renewable-energy-developer-juwi-expands/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7688/heliocentris-wins-further-photovoltaicfuel-cell-system-order-in-the-gulf/ German-based Heliocentris Fuel Cells is to supply an autonomous fuel cell power supply solution to the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAEET), a leading training center in Kuwait. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7688/heliocentris-wins-further-photovoltaicfuel-cell-system-order-in-the-gulf/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7680/seaenergy-renewables-rosenblatt-new-energy-awards-company-of-the-year/ SeaEnergy Renewables has been named ‘Company of the Year’ at the Rosenblatt New Energy Awards 2010. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7680/seaenergy-renewables-rosenblatt-new-energy-awards-company-of-the-year/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7222/sputnik-launches-central-solar-inverter-series-/ Sputnik is launching three SolarMax TS solar inverters with rated capacities of 50, 80 and 100 kW and work in the MPP range of 430-800 V. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7222/sputnik-launches-central-solar-inverter-series-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7678/seajacks-plans-doubling-of-offshore-wind-farm-jackup-vessels/ Seajacks International will provide the basic design package for two or more new offshore wind farm installation jack-up vessels to GustoMSC. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7678/seajacks-plans-doubling-of-offshore-wind-farm-jackup-vessels/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7667/solar-pv-testing-and-certification-in-singapore/ A testing and certification centre for solar photovoltaic (PV) modules has been opened in Singapore by Fraunhofer ISE, VDE and the Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore (SERIS). Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7667/solar-pv-testing-and-certification-in-singapore/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7665/aeti-launches-wind-switchgear-solutions/ American Electric Technologies Inc (AETI) has launched a wind switchgear solution designed specifically to provide “safer, more reliable, higher-performing wind farm operations.” Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7665/aeti-launches-wind-switchgear-solutions/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7662/waste-management-invests-in-enerkem/ Waste Management has made a strategic investment in biofuels producer Enerkem, as part of Enerkem’s latest financing round which generated C$53.8 million. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7662/waste-management-invests-in-enerkem/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7658/gamesas-2009-results-down-difficult-year/ Gamesa reports an overall fall in results for 2009 as a difficult market slowed down wind developments. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7658/gamesas-2009-results-down-difficult-year/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7647/siemens-invests-in-uk-tidal-energy-company/ Marine Current Turbines (MCT) says Siemens Energy has acquired a minority stake in its tidal current energy turbine, to help deploy Britain’s first commercial tidal energy farm in UK waters within the next two years. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7647/siemens-invests-in-uk-tidal-energy-company/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7629/3tier-releases-global-solar-dataset/ A US-based provider of renewable energy assessment and power forecasting tools has completed a tool to identify and map the world’s wind and solar resources using a globally-consistent methodology. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:51:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7629/3tier-releases-global-solar-dataset/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7623/screening-tool-for-renewable-energy/ A US report evaluates numerous factors to determine how western states can source 33% of their electricity from new renewable energy resources. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7623/screening-tool-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7619/suntech-solar-panels-at-2010-vancouver-olympics/ Suntech Power Holdings Co Ltd has provided solar panels to power a net-zero home at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:21:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7619/suntech-solar-panels-at-2010-vancouver-olympics/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7627/information-and-communication-technologies-lead-the-way-to-energy-efficiency-in-europe/ The European Commission has just held an event on Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for Energy Efficiency in Brussels. Several EU-funded research projects were showcased at the accompanying ICT for Energy Efficiency Exhibition and Award Ceremony. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7627/information-and-communication-technologies-lead-the-way-to-energy-efficiency-in-europe/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7626/mitsubishi-enters-uk-offshore-wind-market/ Mitsubishi Power Systems Europe intends to invest up to £100 million in an offshore wind turbine project in the UK under a Memorandum of Understanding with the UK Government. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7626/mitsubishi-enters-uk-offshore-wind-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7618/uk-feedin-tariff-specialist-ownergy-plc-launched/ A company specialising in end-to-end provision of renewable energy systems for the UK Feed-In Tariffs and Renewable Heat Incentive, Ownergy Plc, has been launched. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7618/uk-feedin-tariff-specialist-ownergy-plc-launched/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7616/ibc-solar-rooftop-solar-pv-at-prague-zoo/ IBC SOLAR of Germany will equip Prague Zoo with a solar photovoltaic (PV) system as part of the German Energy Agency’s (dena) Solar Roofs Programme for Foreign Market Development. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:11:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7616/ibc-solar-rooftop-solar-pv-at-prague-zoo/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7614/investment-in-ships-for-offshore-wind-needed/ Investment totalling €2.4 billion in new ships to serve the expanding offshore wind energy market over the coming years is needed. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7614/investment-in-ships-for-offshore-wind-needed/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7612/concentrix-solar-installs-cpv-at-us-chevron-/ Concentrix Solar will install a 1 MW solar concentrator photovoltaic (CPV) power plant at a Chevron Mining facility in Questa, New Mexico, USA. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7612/concentrix-solar-installs-cpv-at-us-chevron-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7600/pennsylvania-invests-us5m-in-solar/ The state of Pennsylvania will strengthen its position as a leader in solar energy. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7600/pennsylvania-invests-us5m-in-solar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7603/bloom-launches-energy-server-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-to-power-buildings/ California-based Bloom Energy has announced the availability of the Bloom Energy Server™, a solid oxide fuel cell system that is claimed to offer a cleaner, more reliable, and more affordable alternative to both the electric grid and traditional renewable energy sources. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7603/bloom-launches-energy-server-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-to-power-buildings/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7595/trina-solar-shipments-near-doubled/ Trina Solar has released its 2009 year results, revealing that the company has almost doubled its solar module shipments to 399 MW. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7595/trina-solar-shipments-near-doubled/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7584/master-certificate-in-renewable-energy/ Boots on the Roof, a US provider of renewable energy training and education, is now offering a Master Certificate in Renewable Energy programme. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7584/master-certificate-in-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7581/siemens-1000th-uk-offshore-wind-turbine/ Siemens has installed its 1000th wind turbine in the UK at the Gunfleet Sands offshore wind farm off the coast of Essex. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7581/siemens-1000th-uk-offshore-wind-turbine/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7579/solar-thermal-collectors-receive-srcc-certification/ Solar’s Smart’s solar thermal collectors have received formal Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC) industry certifications. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7579/solar-thermal-collectors-receive-srcc-certification/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7565/usa-develops-renewable-energy-on-contaminated-sites/ Two US agencies are evaluating the feasibility of developing renewable energy production on Superfund, brownfields, and former landfill or mining sites. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7565/usa-develops-renewable-energy-on-contaminated-sites/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7561/green-jobs-if-canada-renews-incentives-for-renewable-power/ A coalition of environmental groups says Canada could create at least 8000 jobs by if the Federal Government renews incentives for renewable energy. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7561/green-jobs-if-canada-renews-incentives-for-renewable-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7552/papers-invited-for-fuel-cells-science-technology-2010-conference/ The Call for Papers has been released for the Fuel Cells Science & Technology 2010 conference, taking place 6–7 October in Zaragoza, Spain. Original papers are invited on the key scientific, engineering and technology challenges underpinning fuel cell science and technology. Abstracts should be submitted by 15 April, using the online submission system. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7552/papers-invited-for-fuel-cells-science-technology-2010-conference/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7546/qcells-slumps-into-136bn-loss-in-2009/ Q-Cells fell into a net loss of €1356 million in 2009 compared to a net profit of €191m in 2008 as sales fell 36%. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7546/qcells-slumps-into-136bn-loss-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7541/uk-8m-offshore-wind-demonstration-call/ The UK Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has opened the third call for capital grant funding for offshore wind component and technology development. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:29:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7541/uk-8m-offshore-wind-demonstration-call/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7538/repower-and-akuo-energy-51-mw-wind-in-france/ REpower Systems AG will deliver 25 of its MM92, 2.05 MW wind turbines to Akuo Energy SAS for three wind farms in France. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7538/repower-and-akuo-energy-51-mw-wind-in-france/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7525/australia-100-renewable-energy-by-2020/ Renewable energy could produce 100% of the electricity needed in Australia within 10 years, using technologies that are available now. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:13:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7525/australia-100-renewable-energy-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7540/greenlots-rolls-out-electric-vehicle-charging-solutions/ Singapore-based Zeco Systems Pte Ltd has announced its electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for global markets. The company's Greenlots® solutions allow utilities, municipalities, car park operators, EV manufacturers and distributors to install, own and operate their own local charging network for electric vehicles. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7540/greenlots-rolls-out-electric-vehicle-charging-solutions/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7523/us-lends-us14bn-for-csp/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) will support construction of three utility-scale concentrated solar power plants. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7523/us-lends-us14bn-for-csp/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7533/programme-designing-solar-pv-rooftops/ Valentin Software of Germany has released version 4.0 of its PV*SOL programme for designing and simulating solar photovoltaic (PV) rooftop systems. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7533/programme-designing-solar-pv-rooftops/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7516/us-utilities-see-future-for-solar-and-wind/ Wind energy projects are underway or planned by 79% of utilities in the USA within the next five years, while solar energy is planned by 73% within that time horizon. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7516/us-utilities-see-future-for-solar-and-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7517/wrtsil-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-running-on-landfill-gas-passes-first-phase-field-trial/ A solid oxide fuel cell unit developed by Wärtsilä, and believed to be the first in the world running on landfill gas, has successfully concluded the first phase of its validation program. The power generation unit, which is being operated by Wärtsilä, has been running for more than 1500 hours, producing electricity with extremely low emissions to households in Vaasa, Finland. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7517/wrtsil-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-running-on-landfill-gas-passes-first-phase-field-trial/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7512/gamesa-and-bard-collaborate-on-offshore-wind/ Gamesa and Bard Holding GmbH will jointly develop and market offshore wind turbines and services under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7512/gamesa-and-bard-collaborate-on-offshore-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7505/scotland-wants-more-backyard-wind-energy/ The Scottish Government has unveiled plans to facilitate the installation of residential wind turbines and air-source heat pumps. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7505/scotland-wants-more-backyard-wind-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7509/esolar-and-ferrostaal-partner-on-solar-thermal/ eSolar and Ferrostaal AG are partnering on the deployment of turnkey solar thermal power plants in countries including Spain, the United Arab Emirates and South Africa. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7509/esolar-and-ferrostaal-partner-on-solar-thermal/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7489/california-raises-cap-on-solar-and-wind/ The State Assembly in California has approved legislation to increase the limit on the state’s net metering programme for solar and wind energy. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7489/california-raises-cap-on-solar-and-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7493/largest-fuel-cell-in-uk-to-generate-greener-energy-at-transport-for-london/ Transport for London (TfL) has inaugurated the UK’s largest hydrogen fuel cell housed in a building, at the Palestra building in Southwark. The 200 kW combined heat and power (CHP) power plant – which features a UTC Power PureCell® 200 phosphoric acid fuel cell unit – will generate cleaner, low-carbon energy onsite, with significant savings on energy costs. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7493/largest-fuel-cell-in-uk-to-generate-greener-energy-at-transport-for-london/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7487/2025-solar-and-wind-energy-costs-charted/ The capital cost to install a 20 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility by 2015 will be US$7981/kW, according to a report from the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:45:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7487/2025-solar-and-wind-energy-costs-charted/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7477/first-solars-profit-soars-84-in-2009/ First Solar recorded a profit of US$640 million for the full year 2009, up 84% from 2008. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7477/first-solars-profit-soars-84-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7472/tsolar-and-solarpack-deliver-173-gwh-solar-pv-to-peru/ T-Solar and Solarpack will deliver 173 GWh annually of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy to Peru for 20 years. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7472/tsolar-and-solarpack-deliver-173-gwh-solar-pv-to-peru/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7464/applied-materials-turns-loss-to-profit-in-q1/ Applied Materials reported a net income of US$83 million in the first quarter (Q1) ended 31 January of fiscal 2010, compared to a US$133m loss in the same period in 2009. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7464/applied-materials-turns-loss-to-profit-in-q1/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7459/kyocera-solar-and-amsolar-partnership/ Kyocera Solar Inc and Amsolar Corporation will provide solar energy solutions for educational institutions, including strategic financing, system engineering and design, installation, operation and maintenance in North America. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7459/kyocera-solar-and-amsolar-partnership/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7446/potential-for-us-wind-energy-is-105-gw/ Wind turbines on the continental USA could generate 37 PWh a year, according to a new study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7446/potential-for-us-wind-energy-is-105-gw/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7457/wind-turbine-controllable-rubber-trailing-edge-flap-tested/ Controllable rubber trailing edge flaps for wind turbines have shown promising results in wind tunnel tests, says the Wind Energy Division at Risø DTU, Denmark. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7457/wind-turbine-controllable-rubber-trailing-edge-flap-tested/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7431/pacific-bioenergy-and-gdf-suez-partnership/ Pacific BioEnergy Corporation and GDF SUEZ will support a $24 million expansion of Pacific BioEnergy's existing wood pellet production facilities in Prince George, BC, Canada. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:55:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7431/pacific-bioenergy-and-gdf-suez-partnership/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7437/oorja-protonics-introduces-methanol-fuel-cell-onboard-battery-charger-for-forklifts/ Oorja Protonics, a leading developer of powerful direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) technology, has added the 4.5 kW OorjaPac™ Model 1 to its product line. The California-based company is targeting the materials handling market with its fuel cell onboard battery chargers for forklifts. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7437/oorja-protonics-introduces-methanol-fuel-cell-onboard-battery-charger-for-forklifts/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7428/large-solar-pv-to-dominate-us-market/ “Large-scale commercial solar PV and central-station utility-scale PV will most likely become the dominant growth market” in the United States, according to the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7428/large-solar-pv-to-dominate-us-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7433/clipper-initiates-offshore-wind-turbine-blade-factory-construction/ Clipper Windpower Marine Ltd, a Clipper Windpower Inc subsidiary, has started the groundbreaking of its offshore wind turbine blade manufacturing facility in Neptune Estate, Tyne, UK. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7433/clipper-initiates-offshore-wind-turbine-blade-factory-construction/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7427/yvo-de-boer-resigns-from-unfccc/ Yvo de Boer says he will resign his position as Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC as of 1 July 2010. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:10:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7427/yvo-de-boer-resigns-from-unfccc/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7406/us-solar-centre-funds-research/ The Center for Revolutionary Solar Photoconversion (CRSP) has funded 10 advanced solar research projects totaling US$800,000 in its second round of Shared Research Program funding. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7406/us-solar-centre-funds-research/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7404/40-wind-energy-in-the-falklands/ The Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic have commissioned three new wind turbines that will supply 40% of the settlement’s electricity. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:13:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7404/40-wind-energy-in-the-falklands/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7405/florida-installs-solar-energy-on-emergency-shelters/ Funding of US$10 million from the State Energy Program will deploy solar energy on schools and emergency shelters in Florida. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7405/florida-installs-solar-energy-on-emergency-shelters/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7403/delaware-30-renewable-energy-by-2013/ The state of Delaware must evaluate the feasibility of installing renewable enegy such as on-site wind or solar systems with a simple payback period of under 20 years. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7403/delaware-30-renewable-energy-by-2013/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7398/us-states-need-guidance-for-feedin-tariffs/ Feed-in tariffs (FiTs) in the United States are difficult to implement and the Federal regulator should clarify the rules, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:04:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7398/us-states-need-guidance-for-feedin-tariffs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7393/european-large-hydropower-moving-up/ The World Bank increased its lending for large hydropower projects in 2009 at a time when investment fell in many other sectors, says Frost & Sullivan. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7393/european-large-hydropower-moving-up/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7390/repower-supplies-wind-turbines-to-france/ REpower Systems AG will supply 26 of its 2 MW MM92 wind turbines to EOLE-RES S.A for the Langres Sud 52 MWwind farm in the Champagne-Ardennes region, France. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7390/repower-supplies-wind-turbines-to-france/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7382/bonds-authorised-for-renewable-energy/ The US government has funded 16 native tribes to issue bonds for renewable energy facilities. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7382/bonds-authorised-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7379/solar-to-gain-the-most-into-2011/ Solar will register the greatest increase in usage from 2010 into 2011, according to the latest US government forecast. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:32:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7379/solar-to-gain-the-most-into-2011/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7387/gamesa-evaluates-renewable-energy-from-spanish-centres/ Gamesa and the Spanish Federation of Technology Centres (FEDIT) have launched an initiative allowing Gamesa to identify and assess sustainable technology projects including renewable energy. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7387/gamesa-evaluates-renewable-energy-from-spanish-centres/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7381/fraunhofer-expands-solar-thermal-testing/ Fraunhofer has expanded its former Testing Centre for Thermal Solar Systems with increased capacity and more flexible measurement equipment. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7381/fraunhofer-expands-solar-thermal-testing/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7373/15-mw-wind-turbine-drive-trains-and-nacelles-test-facility/ A 15 MW wind turbine drive train and nacelle test facility is planned in the UK by the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI). Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7373/15-mw-wind-turbine-drive-trains-and-nacelles-test-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7347/usa-us130m-for-building-energy-efficiency/ Federal agencies in the USA will provide funding over five years to develop new technologies in building energy efficiency. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:14:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7347/usa-us130m-for-building-energy-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7359/selfrecharging-hydrogen-fuel-cell-system-for-telecoms-backup-power/ Italian-based Electro Power Systems SpA has launched what appears to be the world’s first self-recharging hydrogen fuel cell system, at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:50:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7359/selfrecharging-hydrogen-fuel-cell-system-for-telecoms-backup-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7346/eu-will-meet-renewable-energy-target/ The EU will meet its 2020 20% renewable energy target, even slightly exceed it, according to the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:49:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7346/eu-will-meet-renewable-energy-target/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7343/british-airways-to-use-biofuel/ British Airways and Solena Group are establishing a sustainable jet-fuel plant as BA plans to use the biofuel to power part of its fleet from 2014. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:31:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7343/british-airways-to-use-biofuel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7342/kyocera-achieves-166-solar-pv-efficiency/ Kyocera Corporation has achieved 16.6% module efficiency for multicrystalline silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) modules using 54 cells in the development stage. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:10:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7342/kyocera-achieves-166-solar-pv-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7338/repower-constructs-canadian-wind-farm/ REpower Systems AG and Renewable Energy Systems Canada Inc (RES Canada) have completed the construction of a test wind farm in the Gaspé region, Canada. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7338/repower-constructs-canadian-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7331/sugarcane-industry-brazil-must-cut-ethanol-import-tariff/ The Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA) says the Government should make a decision now on cutting the ethanol import tariff. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7331/sugarcane-industry-brazil-must-cut-ethanol-import-tariff/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7314/uk-and-india-collaborate-on-solar-energy/ The UK and India have announced two research programmes to develop cost-effective and efficient solar energy solutions, totalling £10 million. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7314/uk-and-india-collaborate-on-solar-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7312/repower-profit-up-2285-over-9-months/ German wind turbine manufacturer REpower recorded a 22.85% jump in net profit over the 9 months ending 31 December 2009 to €32 million. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7312/repower-profit-up-2285-over-9-months/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7313/aws-ocean-energy-secures-2m/ Scottish wave energy company, AWS Ocean Energy, has secured £2 million from Scottish Enterprise’s Scottish Co-investment Fund and the Shell Technology Ventures Fund 1 B.V., an affiliate of Royal Dutch Shell. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7313/aws-ocean-energy-secures-2m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7310/trina-solar-boosts-conversion-efficiency-to-188/ Trina Solar Ltd has developed a square monocrystalline solar photovoltaic (PV) cell with up to 18.8% efficiency in laboratory tests. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7310/trina-solar-boosts-conversion-efficiency-to-188/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7309/searoc-management-software-for-walney-offshore-windfarm/ SeaRoc will provide its Offshore Wind Farm Management web applications for the 367.2 MW Walney offshore wind farm in the UK. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7309/searoc-management-software-for-walney-offshore-windfarm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7303/hong-kong-plans-100-mw-wind-farm/ HK Electric proposes a 100 MW offshore wind farm in Southwest Lamma Channel, Hong Kong. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7303/hong-kong-plans-100-mw-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7301/south-wales-region-to-pioneer-hydrogen-energy-in-uk/ The UK government has designated South Wales as the country’s pioneering Low Carbon Economic Area (LCEA) for hydrogen energy. The South Wales LCEA will be the most extensive renewable refueling infrastructure in the UK, and will also support fuel cell development and create ‘green’ jobs and companies to boost the regional and national low-carbon economy. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7301/south-wales-region-to-pioneer-hydrogen-energy-in-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7279/sway-to-erect-10-mw-offshore-wind-turbine/ Enova is granting NOK137 million to Sway AS to erect a 10 MW prototype offshore wind turbine in Hordaland, Norway. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7279/sway-to-erect-10-mw-offshore-wind-turbine/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7275/ihs-acquires-renewable-and-energy-analyst-eer/ IHS Inc is acquiring Emerging Energy Research (EER) analysing global emerging energy including renewable energy for around US$18 million. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:49:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7275/ihs-acquires-renewable-and-energy-analyst-eer/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7273/sunpower-acquires-sunray-for-us277m/ SunPower Corp is acquiring SunRay Renewable Energy, a European solar power plant developer with offices in Europe and the Middle East, for US$277 million. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7273/sunpower-acquires-sunray-for-us277m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7271/vestas-delivers-99-mw-wind-turbines-to-usa/ Vestas will deliver 33 of its V90-3.0 MW wind turbines to Granite Reliable Power Windpark in New Hampshire, USA. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7271/vestas-delivers-99-mw-wind-turbines-to-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7255/global-fund-collects-us300m-for-renewable-energy/ Japan has joined the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, Britain and the USA as a donor for a new programme to support renewable energy in developing countries. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7255/global-fund-collects-us300m-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7247/us-senate-considers-legislation-for-10m-solar-roofs/ A US Senator has introduced legislation to incent more than 10 million solar electric and solar thermal systems over the next decade. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:41:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7247/us-senate-considers-legislation-for-10m-solar-roofs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7230/uk-wave-and-tidal-gets-12m/ Wave and tidal could receive £12 million from the UK Technology Strategy Board in 2010 to develop “the wave and tidal technologies of the future.” Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7230/uk-wave-and-tidal-gets-12m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7228/gamesa-opens-wind-turbine-plant-in-india/ Gamesa has set up an Indian subsidiary, Gamesa Wind Turbines Pvt Ltd, near Chennai, India, to produce the Gamesa G58-850 kW Wind Turbine. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7228/gamesa-opens-wind-turbine-plant-in-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7226/nanocoating-company-p2i-enters-solar-energy/ P2i, a developer of liquid repellent nano-coating technology, has teamed up with US-based Energy Launch Partners to develop its business proposition for the solar energy sector. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7226/nanocoating-company-p2i-enters-solar-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7223/wind-energy-key-for-turkeys-power-demand-/ Turkey must exploit its huge wind energy resources if it wants to meet its increasing power demand. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:39:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7223/wind-energy-key-for-turkeys-power-demand-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7217/2ndgen-biofuels-can-play-crucial-role-iea/ The potential for sustainable second-generation biofuels is considerable, while first-generation biofuels have only limited potential, concludes a study by the International Energy Agency. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7217/2ndgen-biofuels-can-play-crucial-role-iea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7214/us-support-declines-for-renewable-energy-poll/ Americans of all parties support the passage of Federal policies to support renewable energy, although the level is down from a baseline survey conducted two years ago. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7214/us-support-declines-for-renewable-energy-poll/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7201/utility-funds-us60m-for-solar-installations/ An electric utility will fund 1000 solar electric installations through a tax equity initiative. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7201/utility-funds-us60m-for-solar-installations/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7199/areva-acquires-solar-thermal-firm-ausra/ AREVA is acquiring the US-based provider of large-scale concentrated solar power solutions for electricity generation and industrial steam production, Ausra. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7199/areva-acquires-solar-thermal-firm-ausra/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7173/us-renewable-energy-industry-wants-key-legislation-passed-this-year/ Five associations in the United States have banded together to urge Congress to enact key policies which will continue accelerated growth across the renewable energy sector. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7173/us-renewable-energy-industry-wants-key-legislation-passed-this-year/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7198/vestas-2009-profit-up-133/ Vestas profit after tax for 2009 rose 13.3% to €579 million from 2008. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7198/vestas-2009-profit-up-133/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7194/rec-went-from-profit-to-loss-in-2009/ Renewable Energy Corporation ASA (REC) reports a full year loss of NOK 2482 million in 2008 compared to a profit of NOK4379m in 2008. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:04:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7194/rec-went-from-profit-to-loss-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7192/kema-conducts-12-gw-german-offshore-wind-study/ KEMA has won the tender to conduct the Front End Engineering Design Study (FEED study) for two offshore wind farms totalling 1.2 GW in the North Sea. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7192/kema-conducts-12-gw-german-offshore-wind-study/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7191/solvay-nedstack-contract-to-build-1-mw-pem-fuel-cell-power-plant/ Solvay has signed a contract with NedStack fuel cell technology BV in the Netherlands for the delivery of a 1 MW hydrogen fuel cell power plant. This would be the world’s largest polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell installation. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:50:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7191/solvay-nedstack-contract-to-build-1-mw-pem-fuel-cell-power-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7187/ceramic-fuel-cells-sells-bluegen-home-unit-to-rheinenergie-in-germany/ Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd, which is developing solid oxide fuel cell electricity generation units for homes and other buildings, has sold its fourth BlueGen power and heating unit in Germany, to leading German utility RheinEnergie AG. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:25:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7187/ceramic-fuel-cells-sells-bluegen-home-unit-to-rheinenergie-in-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7186/finance-clean-energy-index-down-459/ Interested in financial renewable energy news and stocks? Renewable Energy Focus has launched a finance section with real-time financial data and news. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7186/finance-clean-energy-index-down-459/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7166/global-clean-energy-investment-us145bn/ China’s investment in wind energy last year kept the world’s overall investment in clean energy to 6.5% below the 2008 record, despite the worst recession for 60 years. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7166/global-clean-energy-investment-us145bn/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7150/juwi-constructs-wind-farm-in-us/ juwi has started construction of its first US wind farm in Richardson County, Nebraska, USA. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7150/juwi-constructs-wind-farm-in-us/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7180/10m-for-renewable-energy-initiatives-by-uk-communities/ Twelve UK communities have received grants to install solar panels, wind turbines and other renewable energy technologies, under a national challenge to reduce carbon emissions. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7180/10m-for-renewable-energy-initiatives-by-uk-communities/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7144/sonel-builds-slovenian-81-kw-solar-pv-plant/ Slovenian wholesaler Sonel has built a 81 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant using Sputnik Engineering’s SolarMax inverters in the northern Slovenian town of Gornji Petrovci. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:10:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7144/sonel-builds-slovenian-81-kw-solar-pv-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7139/california-approves-pge-renewable-bioenergy-contract/ The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved a renewable energy contract for Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7139/california-approves-pge-renewable-bioenergy-contract/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7137/sunways-opposes-german-reduction-of-solar-feedin-tariff/ Sunways AG of Germany put down work for 30 minutes on 4 February in protest against planned cuts in the German solar energy feed-in tariff. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:49:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7137/sunways-opposes-german-reduction-of-solar-feedin-tariff/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7135/trina-solar-delivers-40-mw-solar-pv-to-germany/ Trina Solar Ltd will deliver 40 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules to AE Photonics GmbH of Germany during 2010. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7135/trina-solar-delivers-40-mw-solar-pv-to-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7134/lm-glasfiber-joins-global-wind-alliance/ Wind turbine blade manufacturer LM Glasfiber’s international service unit has joined the Global Wind Alliance. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7134/lm-glasfiber-joins-global-wind-alliance/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7125/smart-grid-could-reduce-emissions-by-12/ A smart grid could reduce electricity use and cut carbon emissions by 12% for US power utilities by 2030. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:45:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7125/smart-grid-could-reduce-emissions-by-12/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7123/hawaii-considers-us50m-bonds-for-renewable-energy/ Hawaii has introduced legislation to create a green jobs sector through the establishment of a ‘Hawaii Clean Energy Investment Bonds’ programme for renewable energy. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:41:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7123/hawaii-considers-us50m-bonds-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7101/indian-energy-installs-three-wind-turbines/ Indian Energy Ltd says the first three wind turbines at its Theni Project have been commissioned and are now fully operational and grid connected. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7101/indian-energy-installs-three-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7095/atlantis-energy-systems-gets-2009-solar-bipv-award/ The Frost & Sullivan '2009 World Building-Integrated Photovoltaic Niche Player of the Year Award', has been presented to Atlantis Energy Systems (AES). Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7095/atlantis-energy-systems-gets-2009-solar-bipv-award/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7097/marine-energy-mass-deployment-by-2020/ Marine energy will be ready for mass scale deployment by 2020, says the Carbon Trust. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7097/marine-energy-mass-deployment-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7094/bioenergy-chp-plant-in-scotland/ Metso and Aker Solutions will be the main contractors for RWE npower renewables’ £200 million biomass combined heat and power (CHP) plant at Markinch, Fife, Scotland. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7094/bioenergy-chp-plant-in-scotland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7099/solar-power-plants-connected-to-italian-grid/ Two 1 MWp solar power plants have been connected to the grid in Puglia, Southern Italy by Zouk ventures and NextEnergy Capital. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:50:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7099/solar-power-plants-connected-to-italian-grid/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7092/wind-power-tops-new-eu-electricity/ Wind power represented the largest share of new electricity generating technology installed in the European Union in 2009. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7092/wind-power-tops-new-eu-electricity/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7066/us-renewable-electricity-standard-274000-jobs/ A US national renewable electricity standard (RES) of 25% by 2025 could create thousands of jobs and help fledgling industries like wind grow, as short-term tax benefits expire. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:26:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7066/us-renewable-electricity-standard-274000-jobs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7059/mixed-hydropower-reaction-to-uk-feedintariffs/ The British Hydropower Association (BHA) welcomes the UK renewable energy feed-in tariff, but says there’s a problem for those already registered within the Renewables Obligation (RO) scheme. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:11:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7059/mixed-hydropower-reaction-to-uk-feedintariffs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7054/obama-to-boost-us-biofuels/ President Barack Obama has announced a series of steps to boost US biofuels production. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7054/obama-to-boost-us-biofuels/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7053/siemens-invests-heavily-in-india-includes-renewable-energy/ Siemens is to invest over €250 million in India by 2012, with a major part of this going to renewable energy. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7053/siemens-invests-heavily-in-india-includes-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7052/uk-government-fails-anaerobic-digestion/ The UK Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Association (ADBA) says the new renewable energy feed-in tariff in the UK reduces support for anaerobic digestion “significantly”. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:19:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7052/uk-government-fails-anaerobic-digestion/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7048/zeachem-achieves-biorefining-results/ ZeaChem Inc has achieved fermentation results of acetic acid, an intermediate in the ZeaChem biorefining process. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7048/zeachem-achieves-biorefining-results/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7047/aquamarine-power-51m-for-wave-device-oyster-2/ Wave energy developer Aquamarine Power has secured £5.1 million Government funding to make its second generation wave energy device, Oyster 2. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7047/aquamarine-power-51m-for-wave-device-oyster-2/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7046/smart-grid-market-could-reach-us158bn/ The smart grid market is set to grow from today’s US$4.5 billion to US$15.8bn by 2015, according to Lux Research. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7046/smart-grid-market-could-reach-us158bn/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7045/plug-power-mgl-to-commercialize-codeveloped-battery-systems/ US-based fuel cell developer Plug Power has signed a commercialization agreement with Citic GuoAn Mengguli Power Science & Technology Co Ltd (MGL) in China, for the joint marketing and sales of their co-developed high power, lithium ion battery systems into automotive applications. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7045/plug-power-mgl-to-commercialize-codeveloped-battery-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7024/cosanshell-deal-helps-brazilian-ethanol/ The joint venture between Brazilian ethanol group Cosan and Royal Dutch Shell could help Brazilian sugarcane ethanol, says the Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA). Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7024/cosanshell-deal-helps-brazilian-ethanol/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7030/uks-energy-supplies-at-risk/ Doubt has been cast over whether current UK energy arrangements can deliver secure and sustainable energy supplies, according to Ofgem. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7030/uks-energy-supplies-at-risk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7022/ocean-power-technologies-installs-wave-energy-device-in-hawaii/ Ocean Power Technologies Inc has deployed one of its PowerBuoys wave energy devices at the Marine Corps Base in Hawaii USA. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7022/ocean-power-technologies-installs-wave-energy-device-in-hawaii/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7021/solar-antireflective-coating-system-optimised-/ DSM Functional Coatings has optimised its KhepriCoat™ solar anti-reflective coating system. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7021/solar-antireflective-coating-system-optimised-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7019/dupont-opens-solar-pv-facility-in-geneva/ DuPont has opened the Meyrin Photovoltaic Application Laboratory at its European Technical Centre – adding new capabilities to its R&D hub by developing next-generation solar PV products. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7019/dupont-opens-solar-pv-facility-in-geneva/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7018/hgcapital-renewable-energy-fund-tops-1bn/ HgCapital Renewable Power Partners has made three new investments: two Spanish solar photovoltaic (PV) projects and one UK onshore wind project. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7018/hgcapital-renewable-energy-fund-tops-1bn/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7007/wind-energy-grows-31-in-2009/ The capacity of wind energy increased by 31% last year, adding 37.5 GW of wind turbines with an investment of US$63 billion. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/7007/wind-energy-grows-31-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6987/amsc-us70m-wind-turbine-control-systems-to-china/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) will deliver US$70 million-worth of wind turbine electrical control systems to China’s Shenyang Blower Works Co Ltd (SBW). Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6987/amsc-us70m-wind-turbine-control-systems-to-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6984/corncobs-and-bioenergy-crops-to-cellulosic-ethanol/ DuPont Danisco Cellulosic Ethanol (DDCE), the University of Tennessee and Genera Energy have opened a cellulosic ethanol demonstration plant in Vonore, Tennessee, USA. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:25:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6984/corncobs-and-bioenergy-crops-to-cellulosic-ethanol/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6983/intelligent-energy-and-suzuki-showcase-fuel-cell-scooter-in-london/ The Suzuki Burgman Fuel Cell Scooter has just made its European debut, ahead of initial fleet tests in the UK. Fuel cell developer Intelligent Energy and Suzuki Motor Corporation unveiled the fuel cell scooter at London’s City Hall this morning. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6983/intelligent-energy-and-suzuki-showcase-fuel-cell-scooter-in-london/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6982/wind-industry-aim-european-single-market-by-2015-/ The European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) welcomes European regional energy initiatives, but says the aim is a European single market by 2015. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:10:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6982/wind-industry-aim-european-single-market-by-2015-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6981/finnish-wind-gear-manufacturer-cooperates-with-dong-fang/ Finnish wind gear manufacturer Moventas and Chinese Dong Fang New Energy Equipment (DNEE) have agreed on R&D cooperation on wind turbines. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:45:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6981/finnish-wind-gear-manufacturer-cooperates-with-dong-fang/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6975/canada-funds-solar-pv-research-network/ The Canadian Government will provide C$5 million to create the ‘Photovoltaic Innovation Network’ to raise the status of solar electric as a renewable energy option. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:26:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6975/canada-funds-solar-pv-research-network/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6973/abener-develops-solar-melted-salts-storage-in-spain/ Abener will develop a molten salts storage project for parabolic trough solar collectors and gas chambers (CCP) in an experimental solar plant in Almeria, Spain. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6973/abener-develops-solar-melted-salts-storage-in-spain/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6971/amplio-group-connects-2-mw-solar-in-italy/ The UK-based Amplio Group has connected two 1 MW solar electric plants in Italy. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6971/amplio-group-connects-2-mw-solar-in-italy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6970/centrosolar-revenue-down-7-in-2009/ Centrosolar Group AG has posted provisional results for 2009 recording €309 million in revenues, down 7% from 2008. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6970/centrosolar-revenue-down-7-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6969/tsolar-and-global-ecopower-develop-solar-pv-in-france/ T-Solar Group and French Global Ecopower, will jointly develop 120 MWp of solar photovoltaic (PV) power in France over the next three years. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:11:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6969/tsolar-and-global-ecopower-develop-solar-pv-in-france/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6966/solar-partnerships-install-solar-electric-in-ontario/ More companies are forming partnerships to take advance of the C$0.80/kWh feed-in tariff (FiT) offered in the province of Ontario for small solar electric installations. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6966/solar-partnerships-install-solar-electric-in-ontario/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6939/usa-investigates-new-renewable-energy/ The US federal budget proposes that the USA should be “the global leader in the new energy economy by developing new ways to produce and use clean and renewable energy.” Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6939/usa-investigates-new-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6943/proton-power-fuel-cell-range-extenders-for-smith-electric-vehicles/ Proton Power Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Smith Electric Vehicles, under which they will collaborate to build and market a battery-powered commercial vehicle, equipped with a Proton Power fuel cell system as a range extender. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6943/proton-power-fuel-cell-range-extenders-for-smith-electric-vehicles/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6937/us-doi-proposes-us73m-for-renewable-energy/ The proposed US$12.2 billion budget for the Department of the Interior (DoI) in FY2011 includes an increase of US$14.2 million over last year for renewable energy programmes. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6937/us-doi-proposes-us73m-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6935/utc-power-fuel-cell-for-san-jose-supermarket/ UTC Power has announced that Whole Foods Market will power a new store in San Jose, California with clean, onsite fuel cell power. The store will be first in California – and the third Whole Foods Market store – to generate most of its power with a fuel cell. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6935/utc-power-fuel-cell-for-san-jose-supermarket/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6907/scottish-hydroelectric-potential-double-of-previous-estimates/ The potential for hydroelectric generation in Scotland is double the level previously estimated, if micro-hydro schemes under 100 kW are considered. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6907/scottish-hydroelectric-potential-double-of-previous-estimates/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6909/acciona-increases-spanish-wind-power-capacity-49/ Acciona Energy increased its wind power capacity in Spain by 1308 MW last year, to 3996.8 MW. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6909/acciona-increases-spanish-wind-power-capacity-49/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6905/repower-and-rwe-innogy-295-mw-offshore-wind/ REpower Systems AG will deliver 48 offshore wind turbines totalling 295 MW to RWE Innogy for Nordsee Ost offshore wind farm. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:58:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6905/repower-and-rwe-innogy-295-mw-offshore-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6914/uk-renewable-industry-welcomes-feedin-tariff/ The UK renewable energy industry welcomes today’s announcement of the feed-in tariff for renewable and low carbon electricity, and the plans for low carbon heating incentives. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:51:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6914/uk-renewable-industry-welcomes-feedin-tariff/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6902/suntech-and-american-solar-electric-cooperate-on-bipv-roofing/ American Solar Electric Inc will become one of Suntech Power Holding’s partners in Arizona, USA, for its building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) solar products. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:55:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6902/suntech-and-american-solar-electric-cooperate-on-bipv-roofing/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6908/uk-feedin-tariffs-announced/ The UK Government has announced its feed-in tariffs for small scale renewable and low carbon electricity starting from 1 April. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6908/uk-feedin-tariffs-announced/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6899/bwea-renewable-industry-calls-for-2020-action/ The British Wind Energy Association (BWEA) calls on the UK Government to consider a raft of immediate measures to deliver the UK’s 2020 renewable energy targets. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6899/bwea-renewable-industry-calls-for-2020-action/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6898/concentrix-solar-cpv-module-iec-certified/ Concentrix Solar has received IEC certification 62108 for its CX-75 FLATCON® concentrating solar photovoltaic (PV) module generation. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:51:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6898/concentrix-solar-cpv-module-iec-certified/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6897/amsc-delivers-wind-turbine-core-electrics-to-china/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) will deliver 100 sets of wind turbine core electrical components to China’s XJ Group Corporation. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6897/amsc-delivers-wind-turbine-core-electrics-to-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6883/trina-solar-delivers-40-mw-pv-to-itec/ Trina Solar Ltd will deliver 40 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules to ITEC Solar GmbH of Germany in 2010. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6883/trina-solar-delivers-40-mw-pv-to-itec/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6880/suntech-plans-solar-factory-in-usa/ Suntech Power Holdings Co Ltd will build its first US solar module manufacturing plant in Goodyear, Arizona, USA Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6880/suntech-plans-solar-factory-in-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6879/wind-turbine-towers-built-in-wales/ Engineering firm Mabey Bridge is investing £38 million in a Chepstow, Wales, factory to build and paint wind turbine towers. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:26:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6879/wind-turbine-towers-built-in-wales/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6875/solar-brings-jobs-to-arizona/ As solar companies set up manufacturing facilities in Arizona, Clean Energy Pioneers says there are now job and revenue opportunities in the Arizonan solar industry. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6875/solar-brings-jobs-to-arizona/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6873/aeg-enters-north-american-solar-market/ AEG Power Solutions is entering the North American solar power market with solar turnkey solutions and power controllers systems. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6873/aeg-enters-north-american-solar-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6863/geosolar-becomes-heliotherm/ GeoSolar Ltd, a subsidiary of Petratherm, changes name to Heliotherm Ltd to reflect its primary role is solar thermal technology development. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6863/geosolar-becomes-heliotherm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6862/trina-solar-sets-up-solar-pv-research-lab/ Trina Solar Ltd will establish a State Key Laboratory to develop solar photovoltaic (PV) in Changzhou, China. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6862/trina-solar-sets-up-solar-pv-research-lab/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6860/renewables-interactive-map-launched/ The Renewable Energy Policy Network REN21, has launched a Renewables Interactive Map. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6860/renewables-interactive-map-launched/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6859/siemens-jv-constructs-solar-receiver-factory/ Archimede Solar Energy Srl, a joint venture (JV) between Angelantoni Industrie Spa and Siemens Energy, has started construction of a solar receiver production facility in Massa Martanam, Italy. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:58:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6859/siemens-jv-constructs-solar-receiver-factory/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6854/spanish-wind-firm-registers-vcs-wind-park-in-usa/ ACCIONA is the first company to register a wind energy facility in the USA under the requirements of the Voluntary Carbon Standard (VCS). Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6854/spanish-wind-firm-registers-vcs-wind-park-in-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6840/new-york-state-calls-for-100-mw-of-solar-electric/ The governor of New York has requested 100 MW of solar electric capacity for the state, increasing current solar levels by 500%. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:21:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6840/new-york-state-calls-for-100-mw-of-solar-electric/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6839/most-uk-homeowners-would-adopt-microgeneration/ Most homeowners in Britain would install on-site microgeneration technology that uses renewable energy if the financial incentives were greater, according to a survey. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6839/most-uk-homeowners-would-adopt-microgeneration/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6824/csp-plant-opens-in-arizona/ Tessera Solar and Stirling Energy Systems (SES) have opened the Maricopa Solar concentrating solar power (CSP). Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:45:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6824/csp-plant-opens-in-arizona/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6822/csp-funding-yields-900-mw-by-2020/ Financing of US$750m for concentrated solar power (CSP) will mobilise an additional US$5bn from other sources and support the deployment of 1 GW of CSP generating capacity. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:41:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6822/csp-funding-yields-900-mw-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6819/energy-from-waste-facility-commissioned/ Energos’ second energy from waste gasification plant in Sarpsborg, Norway is being commissioned. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6819/energy-from-waste-facility-commissioned/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6817/ferc-seeks-renewable-energy-transmission-advice/ The US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) seeks comments whether rules, regulations, tariffs and industry practices act as barriers to variable and renewable energy. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6817/ferc-seeks-renewable-energy-transmission-advice/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6804/wales-gives-8m-to-renewable-energy/ Community groups in Wales can access £8 million to develop local renewable energy projects. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6804/wales-gives-8m-to-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6813/nist-issues-first-release-of-framework-for-smart-grid-interoperability/ The US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued an initial list of standards, a preliminary cybersecurity strategy, and other elements of a framework to support transforming the aging electric power system in the US into an interoperable 'Smart Grid'. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:13:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6813/nist-issues-first-release-of-framework-for-smart-grid-interoperability/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6802/intel-plans-8-solar-electric-facilities/ Intel Corp says new contracts are in place to incorporate 2.5 MW of solar electric projects at corporate locations in Arizona, California, New Mexico and Oregon, USA. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6802/intel-plans-8-solar-electric-facilities/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6793/fund-commits-10m-for-clean-energy-in-southern-africa/ The Global Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Fund (GEEREF) will commit the funds to the ‘Evolution One Fund’ that is dedicated to clean energy investment in Southern Africa. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:31:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6793/fund-commits-10m-for-clean-energy-in-southern-africa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6799/duke-energy-adds-solar-power/ Duke Energy will add solar power to its commercial renewable energy portfolio through the acquisition of a solar electric facility under development in San Antonio, Texas. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6799/duke-energy-adds-solar-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6808/afc-energy-wins-fuel-cell-order-from-centrica/ In the UK, AFC Energy has secured an order from energy company Centrica to reserve 250 kW of fuel cell systems for use in a flagship project. AFC Energy is developing low-cost alkaline fuel cells for industrial applications. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6808/afc-energy-wins-fuel-cell-order-from-centrica/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6792/bank-supports-wind-energy-in-remote-asian-communities/ Technical assistance grants of US$3.87 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) will deploy small wind energy systems and lay the groundwork for using wind energy to enhance access to electricity in poor rural communities. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:31:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6792/bank-supports-wind-energy-in-remote-asian-communities/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6790/us-wind-energy-industry-installs-10-gw-in-2009/ The wind industry in the United States has broken all previous records by installing 10 GW of new capacity last year. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:02:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6790/us-wind-energy-industry-installs-10-gw-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6791/ten-us-companies-purchase-73-twh-green-power-a-year/ The 1200 partners in the Green Power Partnership purchase 18 TWh of green power annually. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6791/ten-us-companies-purchase-73-twh-green-power-a-year/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6779/us-electricity-from-wind-energy-exceeds-share-from-petroleum-or-biomass/ Wind energy generated 55.4 TWh of electricity in 2008, an increase of 60.7% from the 34.5 TWh in 2007, according to federal data. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6779/us-electricity-from-wind-energy-exceeds-share-from-petroleum-or-biomass/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6778/geothermal-industry-expects-to-treble-in-usa-over-coming-years/ The US geothermal industry will have 10 GW of installed capacity that will provide electricity to 10 million people in 14 states, and still have tremendous potential for growth, according to the industry lobby group. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6778/geothermal-industry-expects-to-treble-in-usa-over-coming-years/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6717/business-as-usual-not-acceptable-as-risk-of-climate-change-escalates/ Rajendra Kumar Pachauri, Director General of TERI, told the audience at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, UAE last week, that “business as usual [is] not acceptable as risk of climate change escalates,” and that an upsurge in action at the grassroots level is needed Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6717/business-as-usual-not-acceptable-as-risk-of-climate-change-escalates/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6732/pv-powered-delivers-solar-inverters-for-portland-water-bureau/ PV Powered Inc’s commercial solar inverters will be used for Portland Water Bureau’s US$2.2 million solar installation near the Portland Airport, Oregon, USA. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6732/pv-powered-delivers-solar-inverters-for-portland-water-bureau/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6729/trina-solar-ships-solar-pv-modules-to-australia/ Trina Solar Ltd has made initial shipments to RF Industries Pty Ltd (RFI), an Australian renewable energy distributor in conjunction with the national distribution agreement to supply up to 10 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules in 2010. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6729/trina-solar-ships-solar-pv-modules-to-australia/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6726/research-makes-it-easier-to-convert-plant-biomass-into-biofuel/ A way to increase fermentable sugar stores in plants which could lead to plants being easier to convert into biofuel, has bee found by researchers at the University of Cambridge. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6726/research-makes-it-easier-to-convert-plant-biomass-into-biofuel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6724/air-liquide-hydrogen-station-fueling-bc-transit-fuel-cell-bus-fleet-for-winter-olympics/ In Canada, BC Transit has inaugurated the hydrogen station that will fuel its fleet of 20 zero-emission fuel cell buses running in Whistler, British Columbia, which will soon be carrying athletes and visitors to the 2010 Winter Olympics. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6724/air-liquide-hydrogen-station-fueling-bc-transit-fuel-cell-bus-fleet-for-winter-olympics/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6718/globeleq-acquires-70-of-central-american-wind-company/ Globeleq Generation Ltd, an emerging markets power company, is acquiring a 70% majority interest in Energias Renovables de Mesoamerica SA (ERM), an owner, operator and developer of wind power projects in Central America. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6718/globeleq-acquires-70-of-central-american-wind-company/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6714/centrosolar-installs-thinfilm-solar-rooftop-pilot-system/ Solar module manufacturer Centrosolar has installed a 63.36 kWp thin-film solar rooftop pilot system, using its new thin-film photovoltaic (PV) module TF Multi Professional. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6714/centrosolar-installs-thinfilm-solar-rooftop-pilot-system/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6712/inline-process-control-and-optimisation-tool-for-thinfilm-solar-cell-manufacturing-/ BrightView Systems of Israel has launched its InSight M Series, an in-line process control and optimisation tool developed specifically for thin-film solar cell manufacturing. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6712/inline-process-control-and-optimisation-tool-for-thinfilm-solar-cell-manufacturing-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6710/ceramic-fuel-cells-sells-first-bluegen-residential-cogeneration-unit-in-europe/ Australian-based Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd has sold its first BlueGen™ micro combined heat and power (mCHP) heating unit in Europe, to German utility EWE. CFCL is developing solid oxide fuel cell based cogeneration units for residential applications and other buildings. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6710/ceramic-fuel-cells-sells-first-bluegen-residential-cogeneration-unit-in-europe/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6681/canadian-government-funds-ballard-to-advance-fuel-cell-module-tech-for-transit-buses/ Vancouver-based Ballard Power Systems has been awarded up to C$4.8 million (US$4.5 million) by Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), for a project to further develop its fuel cell power module technology for the transit bus market. Design improvements will be implemented on test buses to be operated in Metro Vancouver from the fourth quarter of 2010. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:55:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6681/canadian-government-funds-ballard-to-advance-fuel-cell-module-tech-for-transit-buses/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6694/lockheed-martin-selects-protonex-fuel-cell-technology-to-power-hulc-exoskeleton/ Lockheed Martin has selected Protonex Technology to develop fuel cell power supply concepts that will enable the HULC™ robotic exoskeleton to support 72+ hour extended soldier missions. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6694/lockheed-martin-selects-protonex-fuel-cell-technology-to-power-hulc-exoskeleton/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6686/earthspark-brings-solar-lighting-for-haiti-earthquake-victims/ EarthSpark International, a US-based non-profit operating in Haiti, is raising money to send solar lamps to the country to assist in disaster relief efforts after the earthquakes. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6686/earthspark-brings-solar-lighting-for-haiti-earthquake-victims/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6683/areva-sells-transmission-and-distribution-to-alstom-and-schneider-electric/ The AREVA group is selling its Transmission and Distribution business to Alstom and Schneider Electric for €4.09 billion following the decision to sell the unit last summer. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6683/areva-sells-transmission-and-distribution-to-alstom-and-schneider-electric/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6682/german-solar-feedin-tariff-to-sink-another-15/ The German Minister for the Environment, Norbert Röttgen (CDU) says the feed-in tariff for solar electricity will be reduced – against the warnings from the industry – by a further 15%. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:42:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6682/german-solar-feedin-tariff-to-sink-another-15/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6679/california-puc-introduces-solar-water-heating-incentives/ The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has established a California Solar Initiative (CSI) Thermal Program to promote the installation of solar water heating systems in new and existing homes and businesses in the territories of Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas and Electric Company (SDG&E), and Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas). Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:39:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6679/california-puc-introduces-solar-water-heating-incentives/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6677/enel-green-power-acquires-padoma-wind-power/ NRG Energy Inc and Enel North America Inc, a subsidiary of Enel Green Power, have closed an agreement for the sale of NRG’s terrestrial wind development company, Padoma Wind Power LLC to Enel North America (ENA). Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6677/enel-green-power-acquires-padoma-wind-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6676/conergy-korea-disassociates-from-conergy-and-becomes-osolar/ Conergy Korea is changing its name to OSolar, and separates from Conergy of Germany, becoming a solar photovoltaic (PV) company in its own right. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6676/conergy-korea-disassociates-from-conergy-and-becomes-osolar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6660/us-government-funds-us205m-for-community-renewable-energy-deployment/ Five projects in the USA will receive US$20.5 million from the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act to support deployment of community-based renewable energy projects in wind energy, solar electric and biomass installations. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:03:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6660/us-government-funds-us205m-for-community-renewable-energy-deployment/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6659/korean-companies-invest-c7bn-into-renewable-energy-in-canada/ A consortium of Korean companies will invest C$7 billion to generate 2500 MW of wind energy and solar power in the province of Ontario, in a move that will create renewable energy 16,000 jobs. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:42:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6659/korean-companies-invest-c7bn-into-renewable-energy-in-canada/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6658/riverstone-acquires-offshore-wind-services-company-seajacks-international/ Riverstone Holdings LLC's most recent renewable energy fund has completed its previously announced acquisition of offshore wind services company Seajacks International, for a total cash consideration of US$207 million. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6658/riverstone-acquires-offshore-wind-services-company-seajacks-international/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6656/uk-and-uae-to-jointly-research-renewable-energy/ Britain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will jointly fund £1 million for research into renewable energy policy. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6656/uk-and-uae-to-jointly-research-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6650/doe-up-to-us12m-for-early-stage-solar/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) will, through its National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), invest up to US$12 million in four companies to support the development of early stage solar energy technologies and help them advance to full commercial scale. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6650/doe-up-to-us12m-for-early-stage-solar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6648/rwe-innogy-builds-750000-tonnes-capacity-pellet-factory-in-georgia-usa/ RWE Innogy will build a factory to produce biomass pellets in the southern part of Georgia, USA, with an annual production capacity of 750,000 tonnes, which could make it the biggest and most modern of its type in the world. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:29:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6648/rwe-innogy-builds-750000-tonnes-capacity-pellet-factory-in-georgia-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6644/hazel-capital-launches-cleantech-fund/ Hazel Capital, a London-based cleantech investment manager, is launching the Hazel Global Cleantech Equity Fund, a Dublin-domiciled UCITS III fund. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6644/hazel-capital-launches-cleantech-fund/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6646/first-solar-to-deliver-22-mw-of-utility-scale-solar-pv-for-new-mexico/ First Solar will construct a 22 MW utility scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in New Mexico for PNM, New Mexico's largest electric utility. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:49:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6646/first-solar-to-deliver-22-mw-of-utility-scale-solar-pv-for-new-mexico/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6642/theolia-completes-financing-of-30-mw-wind-project-in-italy/ Maestrale Green Energy, THEOLIA’s Italian subsidiary, has closed the financing of a 30 MW wind project under construction in the province of Enna in Sicily. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6642/theolia-completes-financing-of-30-mw-wind-project-in-italy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6617/eu-to-work-with-iraq-on-renewable-energy/ The European Union and the Republic of Iraq have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) which includes renewable energy as one of three areas of cooperation. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:39:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6617/eu-to-work-with-iraq-on-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6627/ceres-power-appoints-phil-whalen-as-technology-director/ UK-based solid oxide fuel cell developer Ceres Power Holdings has appointed Dr Phil Whalen to its Board as Technology Director. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6627/ceres-power-appoints-phil-whalen-as-technology-director/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6616/retail-giant-completes-major-solar-electric-installation/ Walmart has completed its largest solar power project at its Apple Valley distribution centre in southern California. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:21:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6616/retail-giant-completes-major-solar-electric-installation/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6614/us-study-shows-that-20-from-wind-is-possible-by-2024/ The integration of 20% from wind energy is technically feasible, but will require significant expansion of the transmission infrastructure and system operational changes in order for it to be realised, according to an analysis from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6614/us-study-shows-that-20-from-wind-is-possible-by-2024/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6609/hybrid-470-mw-solargas-plant-in-morocco/ Abener and Abengoa Solar are in the process of completing the 470 MW ISCC hybrid solar-gas power plant in Ain Bni Mathar, Morocco. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6609/hybrid-470-mw-solargas-plant-in-morocco/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6608/oerlikon-solar-on-track-to-reduce-cost-by-another-30-in-2010/ Thin-film silicon technology provider Oerlikon Solar says that with its Micromorph® factories, the company plans to reach production costs at grid parity by the end of this year making solar energy cost equal to fossil fuel-generated energy in many locations. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:36:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6608/oerlikon-solar-on-track-to-reduce-cost-by-another-30-in-2010/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6606/sustainable-biofuels-advancement-project-established-in-uae/ Honeywell’ UOP LLC, the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, Boeing and Etihad Airways will establish a research institute in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, dedicated to sustainable biofuels advancement. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6606/sustainable-biofuels-advancement-project-established-in-uae/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6604/solarworld-donates-solar-panels-to-pump-water-in-haiti-following-earthquakes/ SolarWorld is donating solar modules to power 10 pump stations to provide clean water for up to 175,000 earthquake survivors in Haiti. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6604/solarworld-donates-solar-panels-to-pump-water-in-haiti-following-earthquakes/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6603/micronor-introduces-yaw-position-sensor-for-wind-turbines/ Micronor’s MR200W series Yaw Position Transducers are engineered specifically for wind turbine applications, and monitor position, direction, speed and cable twist while giving feedback to the yaw directional motor drive and brake control system. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6603/micronor-introduces-yaw-position-sensor-for-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6593/protonex-wins-185m-army-contract-to-develop-deployable-portable-battery-chargerapu-fuel-cell-systems/ Protonex Technology in Massachusetts has received a $1.85 million contract award from the US Army's Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM), to develop and deliver advanced portable battery charger/auxiliary power unit (APU) fuel cell systems. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6593/protonex-wins-185m-army-contract-to-develop-deployable-portable-battery-chargerapu-fuel-cell-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6582/four-communities-in-uk-win-prize-for-implementing-renewable-energy-and-efficiency-measures/ Four community groups in Britain will share £1 million in prize money for reducing their carbon emissions by up to one-third in the past year through use of renewable energy and efficiency measures. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6582/four-communities-in-uk-win-prize-for-implementing-renewable-energy-and-efficiency-measures/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6591/toyota-wins-zayed-future-energy-prize-2010/ Toyota Motor Corporation has been awarded the 2010 Zayed Future Energy Prize for its third-generation Toyota Prius, the world’s first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6591/toyota-wins-zayed-future-energy-prize-2010/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6581/nha-hydrogen-conference-expo-will-feature-marketready-products/ Zero-emission cars, forklift vehicles, new fuel cell power units, and hydrogen production technology that will provide green energy, green jobs, and a green planet are all part of the Expo within the annual NHA Hydrogen Conference coming to Long Beach, California in May. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6581/nha-hydrogen-conference-expo-will-feature-marketready-products/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6561/repower-supplies-20-wind-turbines-to-minnesota/ REpower Systems AG will supply 20 REpower MM92 wind turbines to National Wind LLC, a large-scale community wind project developer, for the first phase of the Lake Country Wind Energy project in central Minnesota. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:39:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6561/repower-supplies-20-wind-turbines-to-minnesota/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6556/dupont-completes-us295m-solar-pv-expansion/ DuPont has invested US$175 million to complete the multi-phase expansion of its high-performance DuPont™ Tedlar® PV2001 series oriented film production line for solar photovoltaics (PV). Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6556/dupont-completes-us295m-solar-pv-expansion/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6555/res-enters-south-african-wind-market-with-acquisition-of-300-mw-portfolio/ RES has acquired a portfolio of wind power projects in South Africa totalling almost 300 MW. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6555/res-enters-south-african-wind-market-with-acquisition-of-300-mw-portfolio/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6611/neah-power-receives-10m-funding-commitment-from-ebeling-heffernan-and-first-equity/ Neah Power Systems, which is developing fuel cells and fuel cell based renewable energy solutions, has reached agreements separately with Ebeling Heffernan (EF), a public markets consultancy in Thailand, and with First Equity Trust to purchase up to $10 million of Neah Power’s common stock. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6611/neah-power-receives-10m-funding-commitment-from-ebeling-heffernan-and-first-equity/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6554/solar-pv-module-shipments-up-25-in-2009/ The solar photovoltaic (PV) market – in terms of shipments of solar PV modules and inverters grew 25% in 2009 according to recently released analysis from IMS Research. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:29:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6554/solar-pv-module-shipments-up-25-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6565/glamorgan-builds-on-biofuel-expertise-with-microbial-fuel-cells-funding/ The University of Glamorgan in the UK has been awarded £630 000 (US$1m) to develop its research into biological fuel cells. The work at Glamorgan’s Sustainable Environment Research Centre is looking at how microbial fuel cells can be made to simultaneously treat wastes such as sewage, and generate electricity. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:41:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6565/glamorgan-builds-on-biofuel-expertise-with-microbial-fuel-cells-funding/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6551/natural-power-gets-planning-consent-for-extending-rothes-wind-farm/ The Scottish Government has confirmed that an extension to Rothes wind farm near Elgin in Moray has been successfully consented, with Natural Power acting as the lead consultant on behalf of their client, Rothes II Ltd, a Fred. Olsen Renewables (FOR). Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6551/natural-power-gets-planning-consent-for-extending-rothes-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6549/nrel-to-be-biofuels-rd-programme-leader-for-doe/ The Department of Energy's (DoE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) will co-lead a new national programme to develop advanced biofuels that are compatible with the nation's existing hydrocarbon fuels infrastructure. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:19:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6549/nrel-to-be-biofuels-rd-programme-leader-for-doe/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6602/hydrogenics-raises-us5m-on-completion-of-registered-direct-offering/ Canadian-based Hydrogenics Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of hydrogen generation and fuel cell products, has announced that on January 14, 2010 it closed its previously announced registered direct offering of common shares and warrants with two institutional investors. The transaction generated gross proceeds of US$5.0 million before placement agent’s fees and other offering expenses. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:26:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6602/hydrogenics-raises-us5m-on-completion-of-registered-direct-offering/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6562/fuel-cell-industry-could-create-700-000-green-jobs-worldwide-by-2020/ Up to 700 000 ‘green’ manufacturing jobs could be created in the global fuel cell industry over the next decade, according to the latest Industry Review, Fuel Cells: Sustainability from the analysts at Fuel Cell Today. The 2010 Industry Review was launched today at the World Future Energy Summit’s Expert Showcase Seminar in Abu Dhabi. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6562/fuel-cell-industry-could-create-700-000-green-jobs-worldwide-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6538/wind-has-potential-to-generate-12-of-electricity-by-2050-predicts-iea/ Wind energy could supply 12% of the world’s power by the middle of this century, up from the current 2%, according to a 'Wind Energy Roadmap' to be published soon by the International Energy Agency (IEA). Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6538/wind-has-potential-to-generate-12-of-electricity-by-2050-predicts-iea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6535/energy-biomass-could-be-bad-without-safeguards-say-iea-groups/ A position paper from two working groups of the International Energy Agency (IEA) concludes that using biomass for energy could be ‘bad’ if no safeguards are placed against GHG emissions and loss of biodiversity from land use change, food insecurity, overuse of water, and mismanagement of soils. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6535/energy-biomass-could-be-bad-without-safeguards-say-iea-groups/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6528/spanish-solar-firm-to-build-large-solar-electric-plant-in-italy/ Siliken will build one of the largest solar electric photovoltaic (PV) facilities in Italy, with the turnkey installation to be completed by this June. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:06:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6528/spanish-solar-firm-to-build-large-solar-electric-plant-in-italy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6527/european-offshore-wind-power-market-up-54-in-2009/ The European offshore wind power market grew 54% in 2009 according to the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6527/european-offshore-wind-power-market-up-54-in-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6526/world-future-energy-summit-officially-opened/ Hosted by Masdar, the World Future Energy Summit has been inaugurated by H.H. General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, in Abu Dhabi. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6526/world-future-energy-summit-officially-opened/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6532/ballard-partners-with-dantherm-danfoss-to-create-leading-european-fuel-cell-backup-power-capability/ Canadian-based Ballard Power Systems has acquired a controlling interest in Dantherm Power in Denmark, in a partnership with Danish co-investors Danfoss A/S and Dantherm A/S. The joint investment and partnering support from Ballard, Danfoss and Dantherm is expected to result in accelerated development of fuel cell backup power applications across Europe. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6532/ballard-partners-with-dantherm-danfoss-to-create-leading-european-fuel-cell-backup-power-capability/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6524/ge-energy-information-panels-to-ease-energy-management/ GE is introducing an in-home, multi-function energy information panel to give consumers insight and control to help them manage energy usage and understand costs by linking it wirelessly to a household’s smart meter. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6524/ge-energy-information-panels-to-ease-energy-management/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6522/siemens-netherlands-and-gustomsc-collaborate-on-offshore-jackup-systems/ Siemens Netherlands and GustoMSC, a subsidy of the Dutch company SBM Offshore, have signed a strategic partnership for the use of electrically powered rack and pinion systems for jack-up units in the offshore industry, including wind. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6522/siemens-netherlands-and-gustomsc-collaborate-on-offshore-jackup-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6525/solarworld-has-issued-a-400m-bond/ SolarWorld AG has successfully issued a bond with a volume of €400 million to strengthen its financial flexibility for continued international growth. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:53:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6525/solarworld-has-issued-a-400m-bond/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6519/ris-embeds-smart-sensor-systems-for-offshore-wind-turbines/ The embedded smart sensor systems will allow operators of offshore wind farms to check ‘the health’ of the wind turbines, while the operator is sitting onshore and while the wind turbine blades are spinning offshore, Denmark’s Risø DTU says. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6519/ris-embeds-smart-sensor-systems-for-offshore-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6485/first-solar-acquires-solar-pipeline-from-edison-mission-group/ First Solar Inc has acquired a portion of Edison Mission Group's (EMG) solar project development pipeline. The utility-scale solar projects are located in California and the Southwest USA. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:01:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6485/first-solar-acquires-solar-pipeline-from-edison-mission-group/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6572/efoy-fuel-cell-power-for-globe4-cross-country-concept-motorhome-from-dethleffs/ An EFOY fuel cell from SFC Smart Fuel Cell is being used for onboard power in the ‘Globe4 Cross Country’ concept vehicle from Dethleffs. The German motorhome builder is exhibiting the innovative recreational vehicle at the CMT caravanning and tourism show in Stuttgart this week. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6572/efoy-fuel-cell-power-for-globe4-cross-country-concept-motorhome-from-dethleffs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6484/uk-with-strong-presence-at-world-future-energy-summit-2010-/ UK renewable and sustainable energy companies will have a strong presence at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, 18-21 January 18-21 2010, courtesy of UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) and The Energy Industries Council (EIC). Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6484/uk-with-strong-presence-at-world-future-energy-summit-2010-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6483/enecsys-gets-25m-from-good-energies-for-solar-microinverter/ Enecsys Ltd, a manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) micro-inverters, has received investment of £2.5 million (US$4.2m) from Good Energies, a global investor in renewable energy and energy efficiency industries. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:54:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6483/enecsys-gets-25m-from-good-energies-for-solar-microinverter/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6480/doe-almost-us80m-for-biofuel-research-and-fuelling-infrastructure/ The Department of Energy (DoE) has announced almost US$80 million under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for advanced biofuel research and fuelling infrastructure to support the development of a clean sustainable transportation sector. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:06:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6480/doe-almost-us80m-for-biofuel-research-and-fuelling-infrastructure/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6471/utc-power-fuel-cell-system-passes-5000-hour-durability-milestone-in-ac-transit-bus/ A PureMotion® Model 120 PEM fuel cell power plant from Connecticut-based UTC Power has surpassed 5000 operating hours in real-world service in a hybrid-electric transit bus, with its original cell stacks and no cell replacements. The latest-generation 120 kW UTC Power fuel cell power plant is installed in an Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) bus operating in the Greater Oakland, California area. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6471/utc-power-fuel-cell-system-passes-5000-hour-durability-milestone-in-ac-transit-bus/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6450/masdar-and-schneider-electric-enter-strategic-renewable-energy-partnership/ Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted renewable energy company, and Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, have entered a strategic partnership covering broad renewable energy partnership initiatives. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6450/masdar-and-schneider-electric-enter-strategic-renewable-energy-partnership/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6440/pv-powered-delivers-solar-inverters-to-california/ PV Powered Inc will deliver its commercial solar inverters to SPG Solar Inc of Novato, California, USA, for two large-scale installations in California. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6440/pv-powered-delivers-solar-inverters-to-california/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6439/electricity-from-biomass-rising-in-europe-/ Consultancy ecoprog and Fraunhofer UMSICHT expect the European biomass capacity to increase by 2.9 GW until 2013, especially in the UK and France. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:12:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6439/electricity-from-biomass-rising-in-europe-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6437/tomark-and-hanita-cooperate-on-solar-pv-backsheet-products/ Hanita Coatings, an Israeli manufacturer of solar control films, and Tomark Industries, specialists in the field of solar photovoltaics (PV), are launching a mutual cooperation programme. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:02:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6437/tomark-and-hanita-cooperate-on-solar-pv-backsheet-products/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6434/natural-power-launches-forecasting-for-wind-farms/ Natural Power has launched a new product in its suite of wind farm monitoring and management tools: ForeSite. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6434/natural-power-launches-forecasting-for-wind-farms/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6577/sintef-using-nanoelectronics-for-smarter-control-of-electric-vehicle-batteries-to-improve-range/ The Norwegian research organization SINTEF is using nanoelectronics for real-time control of smart, dynamic sensor-based monitoring of batteries in electric vehicles. The research is part of the European Union’s E3Car project, which is studying how to utilize battery power as efficiently as possible in such vehicles. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6577/sintef-using-nanoelectronics-for-smarter-control-of-electric-vehicle-batteries-to-improve-range/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6424/good-energy-group-announces-118m-for-wind-farm-development/ Good Energy Group Plc has announced a £11.8 million financing package for the repowering of its wind farm at Delabole in North Cornwall, UK. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6424/good-energy-group-announces-118m-for-wind-farm-development/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6422/qcells-international-canada-to-deliver-20-mw-of-solar-pv-to-ontario/ Q-Cells International Canada, an affiliate of Q-Cells SE, will deliver two 10 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in the City of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6422/qcells-international-canada-to-deliver-20-mw-of-solar-pv-to-ontario/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6421/70-german-companies-at-world-future-energy-summit/ More than 70 companies from Germany have confirmed their participation in the World Future Energy Summit, reflecting Germany’s strength in renewable energy. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6421/70-german-companies-at-world-future-energy-summit/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6417/round-3-offshore-wind-announcement-enables-new-uk-industry-bwea/ The British Wind Energy Association (BWEA) has called on the UK government to ensure that UK manufacturing benefits from the recently announced Round 3 offshore wind projects through support for skills and training, the identification of coastal manufacturing hubs and upgrades to the UK’s electricity grid. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6417/round-3-offshore-wind-announcement-enables-new-uk-industry-bwea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6386/wind-energy-may-be-used-in-nuclear-facility/ A research wind farm could be installed on the site of a major US nuclear office, where the wind-generated electricity would be used to operate the plant. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6386/wind-energy-may-be-used-in-nuclear-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6383/canada-funds-19-demonstration-projects-in-clean-and-renewable-energy/ The government of Canada will invest C$146 million to support 19 clean and renewable energy projects which include solar, wind, tidal and geothermal energy. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:45:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6383/canada-funds-19-demonstration-projects-in-clean-and-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6372/vestas-will-deliver-80-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-germany/ Vestas will deliver 40 of its V90 2 MW wind turbines to Nordwind Handels GmbH & Co KG for the eastern part of Germany. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:04:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6372/vestas-will-deliver-80-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6371/materials-centre-to-increase-wind-turbine-reliability/ The Danish Council for Strategic Research’s Programme Commission on Energy and Environment has granted funding of DKK38 million for the establishment of the Danish Centre for Composite Structures and Materials (DCCSM), which will look into materials to increase wind turbine reliability. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:42:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6371/materials-centre-to-increase-wind-turbine-reliability/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6618/idatech-issues-trading-update-for-2009-announces-new-fuel-cell-contract-win/ IdaTech, a leading developer and manufacturer of fuel cell products for critical backup power markets, has issued a trading update for 2009. The company sold a total of 445 fuel cell systems during 2009, and achieved revenues of US$6.6 million. IdaTech also received an order for 108 fuel cell systems at the end of 2009, for delivery and deployment in the first quarter of 2010. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6618/idatech-issues-trading-update-for-2009-announces-new-fuel-cell-contract-win/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6370/ris-dtu-smart-wind-turbines-can-predict-the-wind/ Risø DTU has completed a successful test on a wind turbine with a laser-based anemometer built into the spinner in order to increase electricity generation. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:07:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6370/ris-dtu-smart-wind-turbines-can-predict-the-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6349/us-shipments-of-solar-thermal-increase-12-in-2008/ Almost 17 million ft2 of solar thermal collectors were shipped in the United States in 2008, but that level was 18% below 2006, according to government data. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6349/us-shipments-of-solar-thermal-increase-12-in-2008/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6348/renewable-energy-enjoys-a-significant-comparative-advantage-in-scotland/ A study commissioned by the Scottish Government highlights Scotland's location, natural resources, research and manufacturing bases as key advantages for developing renewable energy resources. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6348/renewable-energy-enjoys-a-significant-comparative-advantage-in-scotland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6347/solar-thermal-hybrids-to-augment-generation-from-natural-gas-and-coal/ Two technology demonstration projects will demonstrate how power utilities can add solar thermal facilities to their fossil-fuelled power plants, and reduce emissions and fuel costs as a result. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:02:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6347/solar-thermal-hybrids-to-augment-generation-from-natural-gas-and-coal/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6346/marine-and-hydrokinetic-energy-can-play-a-substantial-role-in-clean-energy-options/ The marine energy industry is at a relatively early stage of development and maturity when compared to other renewable energy technologies, but the US Department of Energy (DoE) will help speed deployment of the technologies, according to testimony before a federal subcommittee. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6346/marine-and-hydrokinetic-energy-can-play-a-substantial-role-in-clean-energy-options/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6580/nha-hydrogen-conference-expo-taking-place-may-36-2010-in-long-beach/ The National Hydrogen Association will hold its 21st annual NHA Hydrogen Conference & Expo this year in Long Beach, California from May 3–6, 2010 at the Long Beach Convention Center. The event is expected to attract more than 1500 attendees, and feature more than 150 speakers. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:18:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6580/nha-hydrogen-conference-expo-taking-place-may-36-2010-in-long-beach/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6345/wind-farm-selected-in-first-selection-of-clean-energy-projects/ A wind farm in the Caribbean island of Dominica is one of the first three projects to receive US funding under the ‘Energy & Climate Partnership of the Americas’ announced by President Obama at the 2009 Summit of the Americas. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6345/wind-farm-selected-in-first-selection-of-clean-energy-projects/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6341/support-for-renewable-energy-technologies-displaces-the-emission-of-1200-mt-of-co2/ The Global Environment Facility (GEF) says its investments have contributed to the installation of 3 GW of electricity capacity from renewable energy facilities, and another 2.8 GW of green capacity from thermal renewable energy facilities which, combined, avoid the emission of 290 million tonnes of CO2 and indirect GHG reductions of 1.2 billion tonnes. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6341/support-for-renewable-energy-technologies-displaces-the-emission-of-1200-mt-of-co2/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6613/neah-power-announces-commercial-launch-of-fuel-cell-solutions/ Neah Power Systems is taking orders for its Infinity eL™ series fuel cells, which are now available as stand-alone products and as integrated solutions. The company is developing renewable energy solutions based on its unique silicon-based micro fuel cell technology. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6613/neah-power-announces-commercial-launch-of-fuel-cell-solutions/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6336/usa-us23bn-in-clean-energy-manufacturing-tax-credits/ The US$2.3 billion in tax credits for clean energy manufacturing is being allocated on a competitive basis. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6336/usa-us23bn-in-clean-energy-manufacturing-tax-credits/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6333/solar-airplane-to-be-discussed-at-world-future-energy-summit/ A project to fly around the world in a solar airplane, will be presented by Bertrand Piccard, President of Solar Impulse, at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, 18-21 January, 2010. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6333/solar-airplane-to-be-discussed-at-world-future-energy-summit/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6331/wind-farms-in-mexico-to-generate-green-power-for-cemex-cement-company-and-the-walmart-retail-chain/ The Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) has approved US$102 million in partial financing for two wind facilities in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, which will establish a critical mass of renewable energy in the country and generate jobs in low-income rural communities. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6331/wind-farms-in-mexico-to-generate-green-power-for-cemex-cement-company-and-the-walmart-retail-chain/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6605/ballard-sells-fuel-cell-power-modules-to-advanced-public-transportation-systems-bv/ Canadian fuel cell manufacturer Ballard Power Systems has received a sales order for five FCvelocity™-HD6 fuel cell power modules from Advanced Public Transportation Systems BV (APTS), a specialty bus OEM in The Netherlands. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6605/ballard-sells-fuel-cell-power-modules-to-advanced-public-transportation-systems-bv/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6326/forewind-consortium-to-develop-dogger-bank-round-3-offshore-wind-farm-zone/ The Forewind consortium will develop the largest zone in Round 3 for UK offshore wind farms, Dogger Bank. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:13:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6326/forewind-consortium-to-develop-dogger-bank-round-3-offshore-wind-farm-zone/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6324/siemens-project-ventures-and-mainstream-renewable-power-to-develop-4-gw-of-round-3-offshore-wind/ The SMart Wind consortium, led by Mainstream Renewable Power and Siemens Project Ventures (SPV), a division company of Siemens Financial Services, will develop 4 GW of offshore wind farms by 2020 as part of The Crown Estate’s Round 3 offshore wind farm programme. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6324/siemens-project-ventures-and-mainstream-renewable-power-to-develop-4-gw-of-round-3-offshore-wind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6630/acal-energy-to-demonstrate-fuel-cell-system-with-platinumfree-cathode/ Fuel cell system developer ACAL Energy is leading a collaborative project to build the world’s first installed system using FlowCath® fuel cell technology in a practical application. The project will see a fully operational demonstration system of a FlowCath fuel cell unit installed at Solvay Interox’s large industrial site at Warrington, Cheshire, UK. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6630/acal-energy-to-demonstrate-fuel-cell-system-with-platinumfree-cathode/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6323/sse-part-of-two-consortia-developing-round-3-offshore-wind-farm-sites/ Two consortia, of which Scottish and Southern Energy Plc (SSE) is a partner, have been awarded development partner status by The Crown Estate in Round 3 of its UK offshore wind farm development programme. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:52:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6323/sse-part-of-two-consortia-developing-round-3-offshore-wind-farm-sites/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6322/rwe-npower-renewables-to-develop-bristol-channel-round-3-offshore-wind-zone/ RWE npower renewables has been awarded the Bristol Channel Zone, off the South Wales and North Devon coasts, UK, under The Crown Estate’s Round 3 offshore wind farm development. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:26:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6322/rwe-npower-renewables-to-develop-bristol-channel-round-3-offshore-wind-zone/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6317/hydrogenics-to-develop-fuel-cell-lunar-power-system-for-canadian-space-agency/ Toronto-based Hydrogenics, a leading developer and manufacturer of hydrogen generation and fuel cell products, has been awarded a contract to develop a next-generation power system to be used for surface mobility applications on the moon. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6317/hydrogenics-to-develop-fuel-cell-lunar-power-system-for-canadian-space-agency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6307/edp-renovveis-and-seaenergy-get-13-gw-moray-firth-round-3-offshore-wind-site/ EDP Renováveis (EDPR) and SeaEnergy Plc have been awarded the right to develop offshore wind farms in the Moray Firth, Scotland, with an approximate installed capacity of 1.3 GW, as part of the UK Round 3 awards. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6307/edp-renovveis-and-seaenergy-get-13-gw-moray-firth-round-3-offshore-wind-site/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6304/sharp-and-partners-set-up-thinfilm-and-solar-pv-generation-jv/ Sharp Corporation, Enel Green Power (EGP), and ST Microelectronics (STM) have signed a joint venture (JV) agreement for the production of thin-film solar cells, and Sharp and EGP have signed a JV agreement for independent power producer business (IPP). Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:13:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6304/sharp-and-partners-set-up-thinfilm-and-solar-pv-generation-jv/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6303/over-40-chinese-companies-to-attend-the-world-future-energy-summit/ More than 40 renewable energy companies from China will participate in the World Future Energy Summit on 18-21 January, 2010, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with a particularly strong level of participation from the solar energy sector. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6303/over-40-chinese-companies-to-attend-the-world-future-energy-summit/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6293/uks-offshore-wind-round-3-winning-consortia-announced/ The UK's Crown Estate has announced the successful bidders for the exclusive Round 3 "Zone Development Agreements", which will take the development of up to 32GW of offshore wind farms through the consenting phase. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6293/uks-offshore-wind-round-3-winning-consortia-announced/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6281/european-fund-supports-uk-initiative-in-microrenewable-energy/ Funding will support a business support centre in northeastern England that will focus on advice and guidance to small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME) which want to develop micro-renewable technologies. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6281/european-fund-supports-uk-initiative-in-microrenewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6282/us-study-is-critical-of-ethanol-biofuel/ The United States needs to rethink its promotion of ethanol as a means to enhance energy security, because production of the fuel is costly for taxpayers and poses economic and environmental risks, according to a study from Rice University. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6282/us-study-is-critical-of-ethanol-biofuel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6651/germancanadian-fuel-cell-project-under-way-at-zbt/ The ZBT Center for Fuel Cell Technology at the University of Duisburg-Essen in Germany has been awarded €380 000 (US$535 000) for its HiPerLoCo project, on the Development of High Performance and Low-Cost PEM Fuel Cells. ZBT will collaborate with the National Research Council Canada – Institute for Fuel Cell Innovation (NRC-IFCI) in Vancouver. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6651/germancanadian-fuel-cell-project-under-way-at-zbt/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6276/nine-eu-governments-take-first-steps-towards-a-northern-european-supergrid/ The siging of a political declaration in early December last year will see the countries cooperate on the development of a North Sea supergrid joining up clean energy projects scattered in and around the North Sea. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:51:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6276/nine-eu-governments-take-first-steps-towards-a-northern-european-supergrid/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6275/ontario-invests-in-general-electric-canadas-motor-production-facility/ Ontario, Canada is helping General Electric Canada (GEC) improve productivity and energy efficiency at its Peterborough-based motor production facility. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:28:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6275/ontario-invests-in-general-electric-canadas-motor-production-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6270/windtec-and-dongfang-to-cooperate-on-5mw-offshore-turbine/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC)'s wholly-owned AMSC Windtec subsidiary has signed a follow-on contract with China's Dongfang Turbine Co. Ltd. to design and jointly develop 5 MW full conversion wind turbines for the offshore wind power market. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 12:27:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6270/windtec-and-dongfang-to-cooperate-on-5mw-offshore-turbine/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6269/uks-beaulydenny-power-line-given-the-go-ahead/ Plans for a line of giant electricity pylons from the Scottish Highlands to central Scotland have been approved by the Scottish government. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:52:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6269/uks-beaulydenny-power-line-given-the-go-ahead/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6268/david-renn-elected-president-of-the-international-solar-energy-society-ises/ The Board elected Dr. David Renné of the USA as President for the term from 01 January 2010 through 31 December 2011. He is the 26th President of the Society and successor of Ms. Monica Oliphant of Australia. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6268/david-renn-elected-president-of-the-international-solar-energy-society-ises/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6263/mti-micro-ceo-to-speak-at-2010-ces-panel-on-mobile-power-this-week/ Peng K. Lim of MTI MicroFuel Cells will be among several portable power experts participating in a panel discussion at this week’s 2010 CES consumer technology trade show in Las Vegas. The panel will discuss solutions to the growing demand for portable power by using advanced micro fuel cell technologies for mobile devices. Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6263/mti-micro-ceo-to-speak-at-2010-ces-panel-on-mobile-power-this-week/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6261/ups-systems-md-tom-sperrey-wins-arc-yacht-race-with-onboard-fuel-cell-power/ A yacht skippered by Tom Sperrey, Managing Director of UK-based UPS Systems, has won the prestigious Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) racing division. A portable fuel cell from SFC Smart Fuel Cell provided auxiliary power onboard during the transatlantic race. Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:50:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6261/ups-systems-md-tom-sperrey-wins-arc-yacht-race-with-onboard-fuel-cell-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6247/uk-funds-exploration-of-countrys-second-geothermal-facility/ The British government has awarded grants to explore for deep geothermal energy and to expand beyond the country’s single geothermal power installation. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:31:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6247/uk-funds-exploration-of-countrys-second-geothermal-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6245/europe-launches-elena-facility-to-support-renewable-energy-projects/ The European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have launched an initiative to help regional authorities invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6245/europe-launches-elena-facility-to-support-renewable-energy-projects/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6242/us-laboratory-examines-breakeven-cost-for-residential-photovoltaic-in-the-usa/ The key drivers for solar electric systems to break even in the United States are non-technical, according to a report from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6242/us-laboratory-examines-breakeven-cost-for-residential-photovoltaic-in-the-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6237/global-financial-crisis-has-been-a-blessing-in-disguise-for-community-wind-project-development/ A US federal laboratory suggests that ancillary benefits could be worth even more to community wind projects than the 30% investment tax credit or cash grant available under federal law. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:31:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6237/global-financial-crisis-has-been-a-blessing-in-disguise-for-community-wind-project-development/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6213/horizon-to-unveil-personal-hydrogen-station-at-ces-2010-in-las-vegas-this-week/ Singapore-based Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies will unveil a small home hydrogen fueling and storage solution at this week’s CES 2010 consumer technology trade show in Las Vegas. Horizon believes that the launch marks a major step towards its vision of ‘a hydrogen station in every home,’ and help begin the transition to a hydrogen-based economy. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:16:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6213/horizon-to-unveil-personal-hydrogen-station-at-ces-2010-in-las-vegas-this-week/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6210/hydrogenics-rosetti-marino-to-commercialize-utilityscale-hydrogen-fuel-cell-power-plants/ The Canadian fuel cell and electrolyzer manufacturer Hydrogenics Corporation has announced a strategic development agreement with Italian-based Rosetti Marino SpA to jointly design, develop and commercialize utility-scale hydrogen fuel cell power plants for peak shaving and energy management. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:49:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6210/hydrogenics-rosetti-marino-to-commercialize-utilityscale-hydrogen-fuel-cell-power-plants/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6197/california-processing-244-proposals-for-renewable-energy-facilities/ Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger says the projects represent 70,000 MW of capacity that will help the state meet its 2020 goal of one-third of power from renewables. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6197/california-processing-244-proposals-for-renewable-energy-facilities/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6191/britain-generates-39-more-electricity-from-wind-turbines/ The United Kingdom generated 5.5 TWh of electricity from renewable energy in the third quarter (Q3) of 2009, an increase of 25% compared with Q3 2008. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 13:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6191/britain-generates-39-more-electricity-from-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6189/us-government-to-invest-us366m-in-energy-innovation-hubs/ The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued an announcement of funding opportunity for research that will produce fuels directly from sunlight. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:26:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6189/us-government-to-invest-us366m-in-energy-innovation-hubs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6188/us-shipment-of-solar-modules-jumps-13fold-in-less-than-a-decade/ The shipment of solar electric cells and modules in the United States is close to one million peak kilowatts, compared with 77,000 kW in 1999. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6188/us-shipment-of-solar-modules-jumps-13fold-in-less-than-a-decade/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6173/vestas-to-deliver-96-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-poland/ Vestas will provide 48 of its V90 2.0 MW wind turbines to the German company Prokon, for different locations in Poland. Fri, 01 Jan 2010 11:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6173/vestas-to-deliver-96-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-poland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6172/vestas-delivers-140-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-bulgaria-and-romania/ Vestas will deliver 50 of its V100 1.8 MW and 25 of its V90 2.0 MW wind turbines to Bulgaria and Romania. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:55:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6172/vestas-delivers-140-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-bulgaria-and-romania/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6171/sse-acquires-quarter-of-walney-offshore-wind-farm/ Scottish and Southern Energy Plc (SSE) will acquire a 25.1% stake in the 367 MW Walney offshore wind farm west of the Isle of Walney in the Irish Sea, from DONG Energy, which will retain a 74.9% stake. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 11:22:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6171/sse-acquires-quarter-of-walney-offshore-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6161/first-solar-and-nrg-energy-open-21-mw-solar-pv-power-plant-in-california/ NRG Energy Inc has started commercial operation of the 21 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Blythe, California, it bought from First Solar in November. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6161/first-solar-and-nrg-energy-open-21-mw-solar-pv-power-plant-in-california/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6160/siemens-to-supply-further-offshore-wind-turbines-to-dong-energy/ Siemens and DONG Energy have expanded their record offshore wind turbine supply agreement from March as Siemens is to provide 75 of its 3.6 MW offshore wind turbine for DONG Energy’s 270 MW Lincs offshore wind farm in the North Sea. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 10:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6160/siemens-to-supply-further-offshore-wind-turbines-to-dong-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6159/power-composites-to-supply-200-mw-of-wind-turbine-blades-to-powerwind/ Power Composites will manufacture and deliver wind turbine blades for more than 200 MW for PowerWind’s wind turbine installations in its European market until 2012. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6159/power-composites-to-supply-200-mw-of-wind-turbine-blades-to-powerwind/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6154/dong-energy-acquires-borkum-riffgrund-1-2-offshore-wind-turbine-projects/ DONG Energy is acquiring PNE Wind AG's 50% ownership interest in each of the two German offshore wind turbine projects Borkum Riffgrund 1 & 2. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:42:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6154/dong-energy-acquires-borkum-riffgrund-1-2-offshore-wind-turbine-projects/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6153/phoenix-solar-sets-up-subsidiary-in-oman/ Phoenix Solar AG has founded a subsidiary, Phoenix Solar LLC, in Muscat, Oman together with Silver Circle Overseas LLC. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6153/phoenix-solar-sets-up-subsidiary-in-oman/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6152/nordex-usa-to-provide-8-n100-wind-turbines-for-wisconsin-usa/ Nordex USA has received an order for 8 N100 wind turbines to be installed at a 20 MW wind farm in Glenmore, Wisconsin outside of Green Bay, USA. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6152/nordex-usa-to-provide-8-n100-wind-turbines-for-wisconsin-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6151/germany-receives-agrade-for-solar-power-policies/ Germany has received the top grade for solar power policies in the Global Solar Report Card released by Global Green USA on behalf of President Gorbachev’s Green Cross International (GCI). Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:59:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6151/germany-receives-agrade-for-solar-power-policies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6150/azure-power-opens-2-mw-privately-owned-solar-pv-plant-in-india/ Azure Power has inaugurated what it calls the first privately operated, utility scale, solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in India. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:10:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6150/azure-power-opens-2-mw-privately-owned-solar-pv-plant-in-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6149/anaerobic-digestion-biogas-to-provide-10-of-uk-energy-by-2020/ The Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Association (ADBA) predicts that farmers, commercial operators and local authorities will build 1000 anaerobic digestion biogas plants in the next five years at a cost of £5 billion, mostly funded by the private sector. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 10:46:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6149/anaerobic-digestion-biogas-to-provide-10-of-uk-energy-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6143/ceramic-fuel-cells-installs-first-bluegen-fuel-cell-unit-at-vicurban-building/ Australian-based Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd has installed a BlueGen™ solid oxide fuel cell power and heating unit with VicUrban, the sustainable urban development agency for the Victoria state government. Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6143/ceramic-fuel-cells-installs-first-bluegen-fuel-cell-unit-at-vicurban-building/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6139/ballard-signs-automotive-fuel-cell-supply-agreement-with-daimler/ Vancouver-based fuel cell developer Ballard Power Systems has announced a supply agreement with Daimler AG in Germany, to deliver Ballard FCvelocity™ fuel cell products for the fuel cell car and bus programs at Daimler. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:38:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6139/ballard-signs-automotive-fuel-cell-supply-agreement-with-daimler/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6610/neah-power-sells-fuel-cell-powered-airconditioning-systems-demonstrates-battery-charging/ Neah Power Systems has received orders worth more than US$350 000 for SolCool air-conditioning systems utilizing Neah Power’s micro direct methanol fuel cells (DMFCs). Neah Power has also demonstrated that its unique silicon-based micro DMFC can operate as a battery charger for most current battery-based systems. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:37:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6610/neah-power-sells-fuel-cell-powered-airconditioning-systems-demonstrates-battery-charging/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6123/south-australia-supports-renewable-energy-in-the-state/ The state government of South Australia has made two announcements to promote the use of renewable energy. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:42:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6123/south-australia-supports-renewable-energy-in-the-state/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6122/renewable-energy-increases-21-in-ireland/ The use of renewable energy in Ireland expanded by 21% in 2008, according to the analytic report, ‘Energy in Ireland 1990-2008.’ Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:24:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6122/renewable-energy-increases-21-in-ireland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6121/ceramic-fuel-cells-completes-financing-regional-grant-for-german-manufacturing-plant/ Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd has won financing for part of the costs of its solid oxide fuel cell volume manufacturing plant in Germany. The plant, which was officially opened in October, is located in the Industriepark Oberbruch, near Düsseldorf in the Nordrhein-Westfalen (NRW) region. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6121/ceramic-fuel-cells-completes-financing-regional-grant-for-german-manufacturing-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6118/ballard-monetizes-investment-in-automotive-fuel-cell-cooperation-corp-for-us445-million/ Canadian-based fuel cell developer Ballard Power Systems has closed an agreement, effective December 21, with a financial institution to monetize its rights under the Share Purchase Agreement with Ford Motor Company relating to Ballard’s 19.9% equity interest in Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation Corporation (AFCC). Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:11:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6118/ballard-monetizes-investment-in-automotive-fuel-cell-cooperation-corp-for-us445-million/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6106/lm-glasfiber-in-research-project-on-wind-turbine-blade-laser-sensory-system/ LM Glasfiber, the independent manufacturer of wind turbine blades, is entering into a three-year research project supported by the Danish National Advanced Technology Foundation to develop laser-based wind sensory systems as an integrated part of future wind turbine blades. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6106/lm-glasfiber-in-research-project-on-wind-turbine-blade-laser-sensory-system/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6099/bwea-becomes-renewableuk/ The British Wind Energy Association (BWEA) is changing name to RenewableUK to reflect the increasing amount of renewable energy the organisation covers. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6099/bwea-becomes-renewableuk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6098/kyocera-provides-13-mw-of-solar-modules-for-large-installation-in-japan/ Kyocera Corp will provide approximately 13 MW of solar modules for the Ohgishima solar power plant Mega Solar System, planned by Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) with construction by Hitachi, Ltd. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6098/kyocera-provides-13-mw-of-solar-modules-for-large-installation-in-japan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6097/trina-solar-inaugurates-europes-largest-solar-pv-rooftop-system/ Trina Solar Ltd has inaugurated what it calls the largest rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system in Europe with a capacity of 40 MW. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6097/trina-solar-inaugurates-europes-largest-solar-pv-rooftop-system/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6100/cop15-no-clear-signal-to-renewable-energy-markets-and-investors/ Most people will be disappointed with the agreement reached between China, India, Brazil, South Africa and the United States at COP15 in Copenhagen last week, according to Steve Sawyer, Secretary General at the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6100/cop15-no-clear-signal-to-renewable-energy-markets-and-investors/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6094/siemens-provides-grid-access-for-london-array-offshore-wind-farm/ Siemens will provide grid access for the London Array offshore wind farm in addition to the 175 Siemens SWT-3.6 wind turbines totalling 630 MW it is already supplying. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:56:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6094/siemens-provides-grid-access-for-london-array-offshore-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6078/scotland-on-track-to-exceed-targets-for-renewable-energy/ Scotland can easily meet its targets for renewable energy and reach 300% of its target by 2020 if all pending schemes are approved. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:30:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6078/scotland-on-track-to-exceed-targets-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6068/first-solar-to-add-eight-production-lines-in-2010-in-malaysia/ First Solar Inc is expanding by adding 8 production lines in Malaysia in 2010 to satisfy a global contracted and advanced pipeline of over 6 GW. Sun, 20 Dec 2009 09:05:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6068/first-solar-to-add-eight-production-lines-in-2010-in-malaysia/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6062/nexans-to-provide-100m-of-cables-for-the-london-array-offshore-wind-farm/ Cable provider Nexans will design, manufacture and supply the high voltage (HV) subsea power export cables for the London Array offshore wind farm under a contract worth around €100 million. Sat, 19 Dec 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6062/nexans-to-provide-100m-of-cables-for-the-london-array-offshore-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6065/offshore-wind-farm-links-shortlist-worth-over-1bn-announced/ UK’s Ofgem E-Serve has announced a short list of firms for the first 9 offshore wind farm links projects following the first tender to run transmission connections to offshore wind farms. Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6065/offshore-wind-farm-links-shortlist-worth-over-1bn-announced/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6059/italy-completes-its-largest-solar-pv-facility/ The 24 MW Montalto di Castro solar power plant has been completed as the largest solar photovoltaic (PV) facility in Italy, as the first phase of a planned 85-100 MW development that will be fully operational in 2010. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6059/italy-completes-its-largest-solar-pv-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6060/paralana-geothermal-well-completed/ The Paralana geothermal energy project in South Australia has seen the successful completion of the Paralana 2 geothermal well at a depth of 3725 m. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:58:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6060/paralana-geothermal-well-completed/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6055/australians-prefer-renewable-energy-over-nuclear/ An opinion survey in Australia has shown overwhelming public support for the government to focus support on wind, solar and other renewable energy sources. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6055/australians-prefer-renewable-energy-over-nuclear/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6058/italy-and-france-help-solar-pv-industry-back-to-growth-study/ Italy and France are moving the European solar photovoltaic (PV) industry forward by contributing significant growth in the near term in the wake of the slowing in the Spanish market, says analyst Emerging Energy Research (EER). Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6058/italy-and-france-help-solar-pv-industry-back-to-growth-study/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6054/china-advances-up-renewable-energy-league-ernst-young/ China is now one of the top two most attractive locations in the world in which to invest in renewable energy projects, according to Ernst & Young's latest global renewable energy country attractiveness indices. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:20:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6054/china-advances-up-renewable-energy-league-ernst-young/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6050/us-recovery-act-will-create-900000-new-jobs-in-renewable-energies/ New legislation in the United States will create 253,000 jobs in power generation from renewable energy systems, and could add 469,000 more jobs, according to a report. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:41:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6050/us-recovery-act-will-create-900000-new-jobs-in-renewable-energies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6052/ceres-power-starts-up-fuel-cell-manufacturing-at-horsham-plant/ Solid oxide fuel cell developer Ceres Power has commenced manufacturing operations from the initial production line installed at the company’s fuel cell mass manufacturing facility in Horsham, UK. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:11:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6052/ceres-power-starts-up-fuel-cell-manufacturing-at-horsham-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6051/suntech-to-deliver-up-to-490-mw-of-solar-pv-modules-to-europe/ Suntech Power Holdings Co Ltd has signed three long-term supply agreements for up to 490 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules to be delivered over the next three years in Europe. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6051/suntech-to-deliver-up-to-490-mw-of-solar-pv-modules-to-europe/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6048/bank-provides-500m-for-solar-pv-projects-in-europe/ A new financing structure for solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in France and Italy will receive financial assistance from the European Investment Bank (EIB). Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6048/bank-provides-500m-for-solar-pv-projects-in-europe/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5994/sgl-rotec-to-supply-blades-for-bard-offshore-wind-turbines/ German wind turbine blade maker SGL Rotec GmbH & Co KG has announced a long-term agreement with BARD Emden Energy GmbH & Co KG for the delivery of blades for BARD's offshore wind farms. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:25:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5994/sgl-rotec-to-supply-blades-for-bard-offshore-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6041/plg-power-plans-60-mw-of-solar-pv-power-plants-in-india/ PLG Power Ltd, a Mumbai based manufacturer of crystalline solar photovoltaic (PV) modules and provider of solar PV power plants, plans to set up an aggregate of 60 MW solar PV power plants in India. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6041/plg-power-plans-60-mw-of-solar-pv-power-plants-in-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6040/repower-supplies-3075-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-eon/ REpower UK, a wholly owned subsidiary of REpower Systems AG, will develop two wind farms totalling 30.75 MW in County Durham in the North East of England under a contract with E.ON Climate & Renewables. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6040/repower-supplies-3075-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-eon/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6039/lm-glasfiber-to-produce-blades-for-samsung-wind-turbine/ LM Glasfiber will produce wind turbine blades for Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd’s new 2.5 MW wind turbine. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6039/lm-glasfiber-to-produce-blades-for-samsung-wind-turbine/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6015/cop15-global-investment-fund-for-renewable-energy-needed/ The International Renewable Energy Alliance (REN Alliance) has called for renewable energy to be at the forefront of the post-2012 climate action regime in its COP15 policy statement. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:15:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6015/cop15-global-investment-fund-for-renewable-energy-needed/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6000/first-solar-produces-1-gw-of-solar-pv-modules-in-a-single-year/ First Solar Inc manufactured and shipped more than 1 GW of its solar photovoltaic (PV) solar modules in 2009, and could thereby be the first solar PV company to attain this production volume in a single year. Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/6000/first-solar-produces-1-gw-of-solar-pv-modules-in-a-single-year/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5997/rec-and-ecn-reach-17-efficiency-with-multicrystalline-solar-pv-panels/ REC and the Energy research Center of the Netherlands (ECN) have made multicrystalline solar photovoltaic (PV) panels with 17% efficiency. Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5997/rec-and-ecn-reach-17-efficiency-with-multicrystalline-solar-pv-panels/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5986/cop15-lowcarbon-and-renewable-energy-will-need-investment-of-us105tr-by-2030/ The world must invest in renewable energy and other low-carbon energy sources immediately, because every year of delay adds US$500 billion to the cost of protecting the global environment, says the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA). Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:35:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5986/cop15-lowcarbon-and-renewable-energy-will-need-investment-of-us105tr-by-2030/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5983/cop15-solar-groups-want-climate-conference-to-recognise-contribution-of-solar-energy/ Two dozen solar energy associations from around the world have told the United Nations at COP15 in Copenhagen that a significant portion of GHG emissions could be eliminated through an accelerated deployment of solar energy. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 20:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5983/cop15-solar-groups-want-climate-conference-to-recognise-contribution-of-solar-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5981/interested-in-the-latest-on-cop15-/ Check out what our bloggers have to report... Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:45:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5981/interested-in-the-latest-on-cop15-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5971/wind-turbines-not-harmful-to-human-health-say-experts/ The sounds produced by wind turbines are not harmful to human health, concludes an expert panel in its report to the wind energy associations in the United States and Canada. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:40:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5971/wind-turbines-not-harmful-to-human-health-say-experts/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5962/eti-project-to-reduce-subsea-cable-costs-for-wave-and-tidal-power/ A project which could considerably reduce the cost of cabling from offshore wave and tidal farms to the shore has been announced by the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI). Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:57:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5962/eti-project-to-reduce-subsea-cable-costs-for-wave-and-tidal-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5960/cdm-executive-board-turns-against-renewable-energy-development/ The CDM executive board rejected 10 proposed Chinese wind energy projects on the grounds of lack of consistency with the CDM additionality criterion at the beginning of December, causing the wind industry to react with disbelief. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:34:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5960/cdm-executive-board-turns-against-renewable-energy-development/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5959/bioenergy-could-meet-global-energy-demand/ The global potential to produce biomass for energy in a sustainable way is sufficient to meet global energy demand, according to a paper by the World Bioenergy Association (WBA) based on a report by the Department of Energy and Technology at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:23:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5959/bioenergy-could-meet-global-energy-demand/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5958/siemens-opens-uk-wind-power-research-centre-at-the-university-of-sheffield/ Siemens Energy says it will establish its UK wind turbine generator R&D competence centre at the University of Sheffield. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:55:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5958/siemens-opens-uk-wind-power-research-centre-at-the-university-of-sheffield/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5957/maldives-president-massive-investment-in-renewable-energy-needed-to-save-maldives/ President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives has called for massive investment in renewable energy and green technologies to address climate change – and to save countries like the Maldives. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:33:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5957/maldives-president-massive-investment-in-renewable-energy-needed-to-save-maldives/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5907/support-shifts-for-offshore-wind-farm-off-us-east-coast/ A survey of residents along the northeastern US coast indicates that 57% of respondents now support a controversial offshore wind farm, up from 44% in the same survey in 2005. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5907/support-shifts-for-offshore-wind-farm-off-us-east-coast/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5918/european-funding-group-invests-in-renewable-energy-in-asia/ A ‘fund of funds’ sponsored by the European Commission will invest €12.5 million into a renewable energy fund for Asia. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5918/european-funding-group-invests-in-renewable-energy-in-asia/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5948/cop15-us-to-promote-renewable-energy-in-developing-countries/ The United States has launched a US$350m ‘Renewables & Efficiency Deployment Initiative’ (Climate REDI) to accelerate deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies in developing countries at COP15 in Copenhagen. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:18:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5948/cop15-us-to-promote-renewable-energy-in-developing-countries/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5947/us-agency-predicts-greater-use-of-renewable-energy/ The consumption of solar electricity will grow by more than 14% per year over the next quarter century in the United States, according to the latest forecast from the Department of Energy (DoE). Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:48:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5947/us-agency-predicts-greater-use-of-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5943/reliable-carbon-price-and-better-regulation-key-for-renewable-energy-investment/ Governments need to establish regulatory and policy frameworks providing transparency, longevity and certainty to climate change and renewable energy investors, according to Kevin Parker, Global Head of Deutsche Bank’s Asset Management division. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:52:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5943/reliable-carbon-price-and-better-regulation-key-for-renewable-energy-investment/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5939/masdar-pv-sees-installation-of-first-roof-mounted-solar-thinfilm-system/ Masdar PV has seen its solar photovoltaic (PV) thin-film modules installed for the first time on a rooftop. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:29:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5939/masdar-pv-sees-installation-of-first-roof-mounted-solar-thinfilm-system/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5937/advanced-biorefinery-projects-in-usa-get-us564m-/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) has selected 19 integrated biorefinery projects to receive up to US$564 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to accelerate the construction and operation of pilot, demonstration, and commercial scale facilities for bioenergy. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:17:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5937/advanced-biorefinery-projects-in-usa-get-us564m-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5904/european-cities-must-implement-more-renewable-energy/ Cities in Europe are leaders in environmental performance, but they have a long way to go in the adoption of renewable energy, according to the ‘European Green City Index.’ Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5904/european-cities-must-implement-more-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5917/europe-gives-562m-to-offshore-wind-farms/ The European Commission has granted €1.5 billion to offshore wind farms and carbon capture & storage (CCS) schemes that will relaunch Europe’s economy and reduce its GHG emissions. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5917/europe-gives-562m-to-offshore-wind-farms/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5919/europes-largest-wind-farm-will-add-more-wind-turbines/ The Scottish Government has approved a second extension to a wind farm near Glasgow, boosting the capacity of the Whitelee Windfarm to 593 MW. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:47:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5919/europes-largest-wind-farm-will-add-more-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5908/investments-in-renewable-energy-seen-as-method-to-address-climate-change/ A global survey of 24,071 adults around the world shows majority support for government investments in renewable energy to address climate change. Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:43:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5908/investments-in-renewable-energy-seen-as-method-to-address-climate-change/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5911/saudi-arabia-looks-into-renewable-energy/ Saudi Arabia is seriously looking into renewable energy, according to Lady Judge, the Chairman of the UK Atomic Energy Authority. Sat, 12 Dec 2009 16:07:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5911/saudi-arabia-looks-into-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5912/narec-builds-offshore-wind-turbine-blade-test-facility/ The UK New and Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) will build a £15 million facility for testing offshore wind turbine blades of up to 100 m in length. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:14:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5912/narec-builds-offshore-wind-turbine-blade-test-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5910/utilities-to-drive-solar-pv-in-united-states/ At a time when most energy investments have been curtailed by a weak economy, US utility solar photovoltaic (PV) activity has spiked over the last 18 months, says analyst Emerging Energy Research (EER). Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:44:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5910/utilities-to-drive-solar-pv-in-united-states/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5909/smarter-grid-solutions-and-sse-deploy-smart-grid-on-orkney/ Smarter Grid Solutions Ltd and Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) have deployed smart grid technology on SSE’s power distribution network on Orkney, allowing the connection of increased amounts of new renewable energy generation. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:31:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5909/smarter-grid-solutions-and-sse-deploy-smart-grid-on-orkney/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5903/cop15-senior-us-official-maps-vision-for-new-energy-future-at-un-climate-change-summit/ The international agreements being negotiated in Copenhagen “will propel all of us forward in the clean energy economy,” the US Secretary of the Interior has assured delegates to the UN conference on climate change, COP15, in Copenhagen. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:32:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5903/cop15-senior-us-official-maps-vision-for-new-energy-future-at-un-climate-change-summit/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5901/ricardo-qinetiq-unveil-highperformance-battery-technology-for-hybrid-and-electric-vehicles/ The Reduced cost Li-Ion (RED-LION) project – a two-year collaboration between UK-based Ricardo and QinetiQ – has demonstrated the potential of a new, low-cost lithium-ion cell chemistry and associated flexible battery management system for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:02:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5901/ricardo-qinetiq-unveil-highperformance-battery-technology-for-hybrid-and-electric-vehicles/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5895/uk-proposals-include-boost-to-the-deployment-of-renewable-energy/ The British government has released its pre-budget report which provides substantial new funding to renewable energy and other low-carbon options. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5895/uk-proposals-include-boost-to-the-deployment-of-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5885/ge-to-supply-wind-turbines-to-845-mw-wind-farm-in-oregon-usa/ GE will supply wind turbines worth US$1.4 billion to Caithness Energy for the 845 MW Shepherds Flat wind farm in Oregon, USA. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5885/ge-to-supply-wind-turbines-to-845-mw-wind-farm-in-oregon-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5886/utc-invests-1265m-in-clipper-windpower-intends-495-ownership/ United Technologies Corporation (UTC) is investing £126.5 million into Clipper Windpower Plc and intends to reach ownership of 49.5% of Clipper. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5886/utc-invests-1265m-in-clipper-windpower-intends-495-ownership/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5888/eib-3m-for-1-gw-electricity-interconnector-between-uk-and-the-netherlands/ The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed to provide €300 million for the construction of the 1 GW BritNed Interconnector, a new electricity transmission cable between the UK and the Netherlands. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5888/eib-3m-for-1-gw-electricity-interconnector-between-uk-and-the-netherlands/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5810/more-than-1000-towns-and-cities-commit-to-use-sustainable-and-renewable-energy/ The number of municipalities which has signed onto the ‘Covenant of Mayors’ for sustainable and renewable energy has surpassed 1000 since its creation in February. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5810/more-than-1000-towns-and-cities-commit-to-use-sustainable-and-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5813/canadian-solar-farm-to-quadruple-in-capacity/ A 20 MW solar facility in the province of Ontario will expand to 80 MW to become the largest solar photovoltaic (PV) energy facility in North America. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5813/canadian-solar-farm-to-quadruple-in-capacity/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5814/cop15-international-banks-will-support-projects-in-renewable-energy/ Leading Multilateral Development Banks (MDB) have committed to “further support” investment in projects and programmes in renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable transportation systems at COP15. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5814/cop15-international-banks-will-support-projects-in-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5826/gridwise-alliance-releases-two-smart-grid-reports/ The GridWise Alliance has released two reports detailing the most important metrics associated with measuring and understanding smart grid success. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5826/gridwise-alliance-releases-two-smart-grid-reports/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5832/man-ferrostaal-opens-palestinian-solar-thermal-plant/ A solar thermal plant for warm water supply and central heating on Palestinian territory went into operation near Beit Jala at the beginning of December. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5832/man-ferrostaal-opens-palestinian-solar-thermal-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5833/repower-to-deliver-1435-mw-of-wind-turbines-for-wind-farm-in-california-usa/ REpower Systems AG has signed a delivery agreement to provide enXco with 70 REpower MM92 2.05 MW wind turbines for a wind farm project in the West Coast market in mid-2011. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5833/repower-to-deliver-1435-mw-of-wind-turbines-for-wind-farm-in-california-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5779/local-government-can-play-major-role-in-promoting-renewable-energies/ Every city in the world should undertake policy development to support the deployment of renewable energy, recommends a 200-page report from the International Energy Agency (IEA). Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5779/local-government-can-play-major-role-in-promoting-renewable-energies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5790/intelligent-energy-expands-uk-fuel-cell-operations-with-move-to-larger-premises/ UK-based fuel cell systems developer Intelligent Energy has received a grant of £800 000 (US$1.3 million) from the East Midlands Development Agency (emda). The grant will assist Intelligent Energy in moving to larger premises nearby. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5790/intelligent-energy-expands-uk-fuel-cell-operations-with-move-to-larger-premises/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5793/yacht-with-efoy-fuel-cell-achieves-2nd-place-in-transat-650-race/ A yacht equipped with an EFOY 2200 fuel cell managed second place overall in this year’s Transat 6.50 solo transatlantic sailboat race. The EFOY fuel cell provided reliable power onboard Charlie Dalin’s yacht, Pogo 2, despite the harsh race conditions. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5793/yacht-with-efoy-fuel-cell-achieves-2nd-place-in-transat-650-race/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5795/hydrogenics-commissions-eleventh-fuel-cell-midibus-for-european-market/ Canadian-based Hydrogenics has delivered another fuel cell powered Midibus, in this case for operation at a hospital complex in Hamburg, Germany. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5795/hydrogenics-commissions-eleventh-fuel-cell-midibus-for-european-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5804/suntech-to-supply-17-mw-of-solar-pv-modules-to-canadas-pure-energies/ Suntech Power Holdings Co Ltd will supply 17 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules to Pure Energies in 2010 under a memorandum of understanding (MoU). Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5804/suntech-to-supply-17-mw-of-solar-pv-modules-to-canadas-pure-energies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5805/solar-powered-scarecrow/ Scarecrow Bio-Acoustic Systems has launched COMPACT – the solar powered scarecrow. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5805/solar-powered-scarecrow/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5811/siemens-installs-3-mw-direct-drive-wind-turbine-prototype/ Siemens Energy has installed a prototype of its SWT-3.0-101 DD direct drive 3 MW wind turbine close to the Danish town of Brande. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5811/siemens-installs-3-mw-direct-drive-wind-turbine-prototype/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5745/renewable-energy-is-critical-to-climate-change-mitigation-says-iea/ The International Energy Agency (IEA) will present “key findings” on renewable energy during the climate conference in Copenhagen. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5745/renewable-energy-is-critical-to-climate-change-mitigation-says-iea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5746/usa-remains-most-attractive-country-for-renewable-energy/ The United States remains the most attractive country overall for renewable energy, but China has moved ahead of Germany to take second spot in the rankings released by Ernst & Young. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5746/usa-remains-most-attractive-country-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5750/ultracell-to-provide-mobile-fuel-cell-power-for-us-army-field-trials-in-early-2010/ California-based UltraCell Corporation has been selected to provide portable power for electronic devices and recharge military batteries during the US Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiment (AEWE) in early 2010. UltraCell is a leading producer of fuel cell systems for mobile power applications, using its reformed methanol micro fuel cell (RMFC) technology. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5750/ultracell-to-provide-mobile-fuel-cell-power-for-us-army-field-trials-in-early-2010/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5756/ultracell-wins-us-air-force-contract-for-portable-fuel-cell-development/ Portable fuel cell manufacturer UltraCell has landed a $3 million contract with the US Air Force to develop portable fuel cells for use by soldiers in the field. The project involves a 50 W fuel cell system designed to offer at least 72 h of runtime. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5756/ultracell-wins-us-air-force-contract-for-portable-fuel-cell-development/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5770/tidal-power-developer-pulse-tidal-gets-8m-eu-grant/ Pulse Tidal, a tidal power developer based in Sheffield, England, is receiving a €8 million grant from the EU’s technology research and development fund (Framework Programme 7) to enable Pulse Tidal to begin work immediately on developing its first fully commercial tidal energy generator. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5770/tidal-power-developer-pulse-tidal-gets-8m-eu-grant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5773/psa-peugeot-citron-unveils-rechargeable-fuel-cell-hybrid-demonstrator-vehicle/ PSA Peugeot Citroën is unveiling an electric vehicle demonstrator equipped with rechargeable fuel cell technology for hybrids, at an event to showcase hydrogen as a fuel source. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5773/psa-peugeot-citron-unveils-rechargeable-fuel-cell-hybrid-demonstrator-vehicle/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5776/qcells-and-ldk-solar-resume-solar-wafer-contract/ Q-Cells SE and LDK Solar Co. Ltd have reached an agreement to continue their supply contract for solar wafers from 2009 to 2018. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5776/qcells-and-ldk-solar-resume-solar-wafer-contract/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5777/uk-signs-up-to-european-offshore-wind-grid-/ Nine countries including the UK signed up to develop an integrated offshore wind grid in the North and Irish Seas. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5777/uk-signs-up-to-european-offshore-wind-grid-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5703/clipper-provides-27-of-its-25-mw-wind-turbines-to-mexico-/ Clipper Windpower Inc is exporting 27 of its 2.5 MW wind turbines to Mexico, backed by a US$80.66 million direct loan from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank). Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5703/clipper-provides-27-of-its-25-mw-wind-turbines-to-mexico-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5714/europeans-embrace-recycling-to-fight-climate-change-but-not-renewable-energy/ Europeans consider climate change to be the second-most serious problem facing the world today, but paying for green / renewable energy or installing solar panels or wind turbines are the least popular method to address the challenge. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5714/europeans-embrace-recycling-to-fight-climate-change-but-not-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5724/heliocentris-autonomous-power-supply-solution-for-bahrain-oil-company/ Heliocentris Fuel Cells, a German-based specialist in clean energy storage solutions, has received two more orders for the supply of autonomous fuel cell power supply solutions. The clients are the oil company Bahrain Petroleum in Bahrain, and an unidentified German university. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5724/heliocentris-autonomous-power-supply-solution-for-bahrain-oil-company/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5732/afc-energy-raises-2-million-in-share-placing-for-fuel-cell-commercialization/ AFC Energy, the UK-based developer of low-cost alkaline fuel cell systems that can operate on by-product hydrogen, has raised net proceeds of £2 million (US$3.3 million) by way of a placing of new ordinary shares to UK investors. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5732/afc-energy-raises-2-million-in-share-placing-for-fuel-cell-commercialization/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5733/40-mw-of-solar-pv-in-the-czech-republic-/ Nobility Solar Projects plans to build solar photovoltaic (PV) plants with a total output of 40 MW in the Czech Republic in 2010. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5733/40-mw-of-solar-pv-in-the-czech-republic-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5735/eti-announces-renewable-energy-networks-projects-in-the-uk/ The UK Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) is launching two projects to identify the challenges and solutions of collecting and distributing electricity from renewable sources in the UK Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5735/eti-announces-renewable-energy-networks-projects-in-the-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5737/siemens-supplies-28-wind-turbines-to-new-zealand/ Siemens Energy will supply 28 of its SWT-2.3-101 wind turbines to Meridian Energy for the Te Uku wind power project near Hamilton, New Zealand. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5737/siemens-supplies-28-wind-turbines-to-new-zealand/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5738/phoenix-solar-to-found-subsidiary-in-the-united-states-/ Phoenix Solar AG, an international solar photovoltaic (PV) system integrator, is in the process of preparing its entry into the market of the United States. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5738/phoenix-solar-to-found-subsidiary-in-the-united-states-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5741/rwe-innogy-opens-rhyl-flats-offshore-wind-farm-in-wales/ The Rhyl Flats offshore wind farm consists of 25 wind turbines with a total output of 90 MW, and is the biggest wind farm in Wales. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5741/rwe-innogy-opens-rhyl-flats-offshore-wind-farm-in-wales/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5742/air-liquide-acquires-hydrogen-generation-module-technology-from-h2gen-innovations/ In the US, Air Liquide has acquired the Hydrogen Generation Module (HGM) technology from Virginia-based H2Gen Innovations. The HGM technology is being acquired by two Air Liquide affiliates: Air Liquide Process & Construction Inc, and Air Liquide Industrial US LP. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5742/air-liquide-acquires-hydrogen-generation-module-technology-from-h2gen-innovations/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5680/wind-farms-have-no-negative-impact-on-property-values-says-us-study/ There is no “widespread, statistically observable” impact of wind turbines on the sale of homes in the United States, concludes the most comprehensive analysis from the Department of Energy (DoE). Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5680/wind-farms-have-no-negative-impact-on-property-values-says-us-study/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5691/uk-rolls-out-smart-meters-and-smart-grids/ All UK homes will have smart meters delivered by energy suppliers by the end of 2020 as part of UK’s plans to move towards smart grids, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has announced. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5691/uk-rolls-out-smart-meters-and-smart-grids/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5694/avantis-energy-provides-200-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-vietnam/ Avantis Energy, the Hong Kong/German wind turbine makers will deliver 80 sets of its AV 928 2.5 MW wind turbines to Hanoi-based Thanh Tung Group. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5694/avantis-energy-provides-200-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-vietnam/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5695/new-york-seeks-offshore-wind-proposals-for-the-great-lakes/ The New York Power Authority (NYPA) is seeking proposals for an offshore wind farm of 120 MW to 500 MW, to be sited in Lake Erie or Lake Ontario. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5695/new-york-seeks-offshore-wind-proposals-for-the-great-lakes/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5696/sse-and-dong-to-develop-offshore-wind-farms-totaling-1-gw/ Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) and DONG Energy are forming a 50:50 joint venture to develop three offshore wind farms totaling just over 1 GW in the Dutch sector of the North Sea. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5696/sse-and-dong-to-develop-offshore-wind-farms-totaling-1-gw/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5700/wave-energy-developer-orecon-hits-stormy-waters/ Wave energy developer Orecon, based in the South West of England, has hit stormy waters and is looking for investors or a new owner. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5700/wave-energy-developer-orecon-hits-stormy-waters/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5702/private-sector-investment-in-clean-and-renewable-energy-awaiting-cop15-outcome/ The private sector is waiting to hear what targets world leaders will commit to at COP15and what mitigation actions developing countries will undertake, before making large investments in clean and renewable energy says Frost & Sullivan. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5702/private-sector-investment-in-clean-and-renewable-energy-awaiting-cop15-outcome/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5711/air-liquide-to-supply-two-hydrogen-fueling-stations-for-korea/ Air Liquide has been chosen to supply two new hydrogen fueling stations in South Korea, designed and developed by the group’s Advanced Technologies teams. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5711/air-liquide-to-supply-two-hydrogen-fueling-stations-for-korea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5590/acciona-completes-largest-wind-farm-in-latin-america/ ACCIONA Energy has completed construction of its largest wind farm in the world and the largest facility in Latin America. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5590/acciona-completes-largest-wind-farm-in-latin-america/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5597/biofuels-ethanol-and-biodiesel-decrease-ghg-emissions-significantly-canadian-report/ Ethanol reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 62% over conventional petrol, when compared on a fuelcycle analysis, while biodiesel will drop emissions by 99%. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5597/biofuels-ethanol-and-biodiesel-decrease-ghg-emissions-significantly-canadian-report/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5640/clipper-sells-70-mw-of-liberty-wind-turbines-and-maryland-project-to-constellation-energy/ Clipper Windpower Plc and its subsidiary Clipper Windpower Development Corporation have sold 28 Liberty 2.5 MW wind turbines totalling 70 MW, and its Maryland-based Criterion development project to Constellation Holdings Inc, a subsidiary of Constellation Energy Inc. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5640/clipper-sells-70-mw-of-liberty-wind-turbines-and-maryland-project-to-constellation-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5657/sfc-smart-fuel-cell-jayco-in-fuel-cell-alliance-for-recreational-vehicles/ SFC Smart Fuel Cell in Germany has established a joint research and market development alliance with US-based recreational vehicles maker Jayco, to study the feasibility of the utilization of EFOY fuel cell technology in RVs in North America. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5657/sfc-smart-fuel-cell-jayco-in-fuel-cell-alliance-for-recreational-vehicles/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5669/hydrogenics-wins-new-credit-line-in-europe-to-fund-2010-expansion/ Hydrogenics Europe NV, the Belgian subsidiary of Canadian-based Hydrogenics Corporation, has secured a €3.5 million (US$5.3 million) operating facility from Dexia Bank SA, a Belgian financial institution. The facility will be used to finance working capital requirements for Hydrogenics’ OnSite Generation business in 2010. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5669/hydrogenics-wins-new-credit-line-in-europe-to-fund-2010-expansion/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5591/smart-grid-could-lead-to-stupid-privacy-decisions-privacy-commissioner/ A smart electricity grid could lead to some stupid privacy decisions, according to a report issued by the Information & Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Canada. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5591/smart-grid-could-lead-to-stupid-privacy-decisions-privacy-commissioner/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5592/ge-unit-lends-us50m-to-indonesias-largest-geothermal-power-producer/ The loan from GE Energy Financial Services is designed to tap into growth in Asia and in renewable energy, officials note. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5592/ge-unit-lends-us50m-to-indonesias-largest-geothermal-power-producer/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5619/iea-releases-global-roadmap-for-wind-energy/ The world will need to invest US$3.2 trillion if it is to generate 12% of electricity from wind power by 2050, and the International Energy Agency says there is “no fundamental barrier” to achieving that target or even exceeding it. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5619/iea-releases-global-roadmap-for-wind-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5625/at-cop15-16-national-associations-say-major-hydrogen-programs-can-reduce-climate-change/ A coalition of 16 associations from around the world has issued a joint statement in Copenhagen, Denmark to underscore how hydrogen technologies can help to curb global greenhouse gas emissions. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5625/at-cop15-16-national-associations-say-major-hydrogen-programs-can-reduce-climate-change/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5628/parade-of-hydrogen-cars-energizes-copenhagen-ahead-of-cop15/ A parade of fuel cell and hydrogen vehicles has crossed the imposing Øresund Bridge between Malmö, Sweden and Copenhagen, Denmark, to demonstrate the potential of these zero-emission vehicles at the COP15 climate change summit. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5628/parade-of-hydrogen-cars-energizes-copenhagen-ahead-of-cop15/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5629/protonex-wins-us-army-contract-to-advance-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-systems/ Fuel cell developer Protonex Technology Corporation has received a contract award of up to $1.0 million, through the University of South Carolina (USC) Research Foundation and WinTec Arrowmaker, to build, test and deliver solid oxide fuel cell power systems to the US Army. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5629/protonex-wins-us-army-contract-to-advance-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5635/european-bank-funds-renewable-energy-in-south-africa/ The European Investment Bank (EIB) will lend €40m to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency projects across South Africa. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5635/european-bank-funds-renewable-energy-in-south-africa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5636/fraunhofer-ise-looks-at-intelligent-energy-management-in-smart-grids/ Fraunhofer ISE is coordinating a demonstration on how all of the features of a smart grid can be realised using an integrated smart metering concept. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5636/fraunhofer-ise-looks-at-intelligent-energy-management-in-smart-grids/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5637/export-cable-work-starts-on-sheringham-shoal-offshore-wind-farm/ A horizontal directional drilling technique to install ducts at Weybourne is being used in preparation of the ‘pull-in’ of the Sheringham Shoal offshore wind farm’s two export cables. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5637/export-cable-work-starts-on-sheringham-shoal-offshore-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5639/searoc-joins-natural-power-forming-renewable-energy-consultancy/ SeaRoc, a marine, engineering and offshore, is joining Natural Power, to form a renewable energy consultancy capable of providing end-to-end services globally for the industry both onshore and offshore. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5639/searoc-joins-natural-power-forming-renewable-energy-consultancy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5650/innovative-danish-technology-uses-methanol-to-make-fuel-cell-vehicles-competitive/ Metha Energy Solutions and Serenergy have unveiled a ground-breaking electric vehicle, ahead of the COP15 climate change conference in Copenhagen. The partners see future electric vehicle drive-trains as hybrids combining a battery with a reformed methanol fuel cell, where the battery provides the speed and the fuel cell the power. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5650/innovative-danish-technology-uses-methanol-to-make-fuel-cell-vehicles-competitive/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5588/belgium-inaugurates-wind-farm-with-largest-wind-turbines/ The world’s first wind park with 7 MW wind turbines has opened in Belgium, using largest units ever placed into operation to generate electricity. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5588/belgium-inaugurates-wind-farm-with-largest-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5589/states-make-significant-strides-in-adopting-prorenewable-energy-practices-such-as-net-metering-and-interconnection/ A report on net metering and interconnection practices that could enable renewable energy adoption across the United States, has given top marks to California, Colorado, New Jersey and Oregon, but failing grades to Georgia, Idaho and Texas. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5589/states-make-significant-strides-in-adopting-prorenewable-energy-practices-such-as-net-metering-and-interconnection/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5594/bristol-engineers-harvest-good-vibrations-to-produce-green-electricity/ Researchers at the University of Bristol in the UK aim to make use of a much wider range of vibrations from the environments we live and work in than is currently possible. It is hoped that within five years ‘energy harvesting’ could be powering many more of our devices, from heart monitors to cell phones. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5594/bristol-engineers-harvest-good-vibrations-to-produce-green-electricity/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5603/repower-and-partners-up-to-954-mw-for-wind-farm-projects-in-qubec-canada/ REpower Systems AG has signed a framework contract with EDF Energies Nouvelles and RES Canada comprises the delivery of up to 954 MW for five wind farm projects in Québec, Canada. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5603/repower-and-partners-up-to-954-mw-for-wind-farm-projects-in-qubec-canada/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5604/european-solar-thermal-industry-federation-appoints-xavier-noyon-as-secretary-general-/ Xavier Noyon has been unanimously appointed new Secretary General of the European Solar Thermal Industry Federation (ESTIF). Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5604/european-solar-thermal-industry-federation-appoints-xavier-noyon-as-secretary-general-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5606/heliocentris-reports-33-revenue-growth-through-q3/ German-based Heliocentris Fuel Cells AG reports that its preliminary revenue figures for the nine months to September 30, 2009 are up 33% on the same period in 2008. The revenues of €2.27 million (US$3.4 million) came despite a difficult market environment. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5606/heliocentris-reports-33-revenue-growth-through-q3/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5607/bp-and-dupont-cooperate-on-biobutanol-biofuel/ BP and DuPont will focus on the commercialisation of advanced biofuel technology biobutanol through their joint Kingston Research Ltd, at a £25 million purpose-built development and demonstration facility at BP’s Saltend site, near Hull, UK. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5607/bp-and-dupont-cooperate-on-biobutanol-biofuel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5611/gnther-oettinger-named-eu-energy-commissioner-/ José Manuel Barroso, President of the European Commission, unveiled his team of Commissioners for his second term at the helm of the European Commission last week naming Günther Oettinger, current Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg in Germany, as the new EU Energy Commissioner. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5611/gnther-oettinger-named-eu-energy-commissioner-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5555/utrc-pioneers-fuel-cell-powered-rotorcraft-flight-with-model-helicopter/ Connecticut-based United Technologies Research Center (UTRC) recently achieved the first flight of a hydrogen/air fuel cell powered rotorcraft. The successful technology demonstration was accomplished using a remote-controlled model electric helicopter, modified to incorporate a custom proton-exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell power plant. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5555/utrc-pioneers-fuel-cell-powered-rotorcraft-flight-with-model-helicopter/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5565/funding-secured-for-hydrogen-station-fuel-cell-vehicles-in-west-denmark-by-late-2010/ The full financing of €5 million (US$7.5 million) has been secured for R&D and demonstration of a 700 bar hydrogen fueling station and fuel cell vehicles in the city of Holstebro in West Denmark. The LINK2009 project will act as the next step for hydrogen for transport in Denmark. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5565/funding-secured-for-hydrogen-station-fuel-cell-vehicles-in-west-denmark-by-late-2010/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5573/nissan-leases-xtrail-fuel-cell-vehicle-to-cocacola-in-california/ Nissan North America is leasing an X-Trail Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) to Sacramento Coca-Cola Bottling in California. The leasing deal, Nissan’s first commercial FCV lease in North America, is for one year, with an option for two additional years. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5573/nissan-leases-xtrail-fuel-cell-vehicle-to-cocacola-in-california/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5580/wind-turbine-blade-om-company-cooperates-with-insurance-firm-for-north-american-market/ Knight & Carver Wind Group, a wind turbine blade repair, service and fabrication firm, has entered into a long-term blade service agreement for the North American wind market with GCube - a provider of insurance services for renewable energy initiatives – to reduce the amount of time a wind turbine is considered inoperative. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5580/wind-turbine-blade-om-company-cooperates-with-insurance-firm-for-north-american-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5584/vestas-makes-its-wind-power-elearning-programme-freely-available/ Vestas has decided to make it as simple and easy as possible for pupils, students, teachers, and others to learn about wind power and the energy challenges facing the world by making its e-learning programme on wind power freely available. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5584/vestas-makes-its-wind-power-elearning-programme-freely-available/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5587/abengoa-solar-and-eon-climate-renewables-build-two-50-mw-csp-plants-in-spain/ Abengoa Solar and E.ON Climate & Renewables will jointly own and operate two 50 MW concentrating solar power (CSP) plants in Spain. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5587/abengoa-solar-and-eon-climate-renewables-build-two-50-mw-csp-plants-in-spain/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5511/3tier-selected-for-us178m-smart-grid-demo/ 3TIER along with a Pacific Northwest team, have been selected by the US Department of Energy (DoE) to conduct a US$ 178 million regional smart grid demonstration project. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5511/3tier-selected-for-us178m-smart-grid-demo/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5514/us620m-for-smart-grid-demonstration-and-energy-storage-projects-in-usa/ Demonstration projects for advanced smart grid technologies and integrated systems will receive US$620 million, US Energy Secretary Chu announced this week. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5514/us620m-for-smart-grid-demonstration-and-energy-storage-projects-in-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5528/eon-completes-wind-farm-on-former-coal-mine-in-the-usa/ E.ON has opened its Stony Creek wind farm in Western Pennsylvania at the site of a former coal mine. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5528/eon-completes-wind-farm-on-former-coal-mine-in-the-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5532/bioenergy-infrastructure-grants-of-15m-available-in-england/ Bioenergy infrastructure grants of £1.5 million are now available to farmers, foresters and local authorities to help develop the supply of biomass, such as wood chips or energy crops like miscanthus, in England through round three of the Bioenergy Infrastructure Scheme. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5532/bioenergy-infrastructure-grants-of-15m-available-in-england/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5535/algae-biofuel-from-space-almost/ NASA has applied space technology to a process that links the production of algae based biofuel with an inexpensive method of sewage treatment. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5535/algae-biofuel-from-space-almost/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5486/eib-lends-270m-for-renewable-energy-projects-in-pakistan-and-iceland/ The European Investment Bank (EIB) will provide €100 million to Pakistan and another €170m to Iceland, to finance renewable energy projects. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5486/eib-lends-270m-for-renewable-energy-projects-in-pakistan-and-iceland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5487/us-government-invests-us18m-in-clean-and-renewable-energy-for-small-business/ The Department of Energy (DoE) will fund US$18 million to support small business innovation research, development and deployment of clean and renewable energy technologies, including projects to advance wave and current energy technologies, ocean thermal energy conversion systems, and concentrating solar power (CSP) for distributed applications. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5487/us-government-invests-us18m-in-clean-and-renewable-energy-for-small-business/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5488/world-bank-funds-halfmillion-for-renewable-energy-and-efficiency-in-south-africa/ Funding to the Clean Technology Fund (CTF) Investment Plan in South Africa will allow the country to move towards its goal of 4% of electricity from renewable energy by 2013. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5488/world-bank-funds-halfmillion-for-renewable-energy-and-efficiency-in-south-africa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5489/res-canada-starts-first-wind-farm-in-canada/ Renewable Energy Systems Canada will develop a wind farm in southwestern Ontario, in partnership with a major Canadian gas company. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5489/res-canada-starts-first-wind-farm-in-canada/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5490/portugese-wind-developer-edp-renewables-to-invest-us4bn-in-us-wind-sector-by-2012/ Portugese wind energy developer EDP Renewables will devote US$4 billion to build new wind farms in the United States through 2012, following US$1.5bn of new capacity installed in 2009. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5490/portugese-wind-developer-edp-renewables-to-invest-us4bn-in-us-wind-sector-by-2012/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5497/ref-webinar-renewable-energy-in-the-middle-east-speakers-confirmed/ Helene Pelosse, interim Director General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is confirmed as one of the guest speakers for Renewable Energy Focus’ next interactive webinar taking place on Wednesday 9 December (10.00 EST/15.00 GMT/19.00 UAE), in association with the World Future Energy Summit. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5497/ref-webinar-renewable-energy-in-the-middle-east-speakers-confirmed/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5518/doe-funds-research-into-phosphoniumbased-hydroxide-exchange-membranes-for-fuel-cells/ A professor at the University of California, Riverside has won a grant to study quaternary phosphonium-based hydroxide exchange membranes for use in next-generation fuel cells. The award is from the Department of Energy’s newly formed Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), which funds transformative energy research projects. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5518/doe-funds-research-into-phosphoniumbased-hydroxide-exchange-membranes-for-fuel-cells/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5433/bosch-solar-energy-enters-turnkey-solar-pv-power-station-partnership/ Bosch Solar Energy AG has entered into a partnership for planning, financing and turnkey construction of solar photovoltaic (PV) power stations with Allianz Climate Solutions GmbH. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5433/bosch-solar-energy-enters-turnkey-solar-pv-power-station-partnership/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5437/dow-corning-opens-solar-solutions-application-business-center-in-california-usa/ Dow Corning Corp has opened a Solar Solutions Application & Business Center in Newark, California, USA, which will serve as its West Coast hub for customer sales, product evaluation and the development of commercialisation strategy for solar energy solutions. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5437/dow-corning-opens-solar-solutions-application-business-center-in-california-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5438/wind-turbine-manufacturer-suzlon-subsidiary-divests-3522-stake-in-hansen/ AE-Rotor Holding BV (AERH), a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of wind turbine group Suzlon Energy Ltd, has completed a secondary placing of 236,000,000 depository interests in Hansen Transmissions International NV, representing in aggregate 35.22% of the aggregate voting rights in Hansen. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5438/wind-turbine-manufacturer-suzlon-subsidiary-divests-3522-stake-in-hansen/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5444/cost-of-solar-energy-will-drop-by-half-this-year-and-other-renewable-energy-by-10-says-analyst/ The levelised costs for solar energy will drop 50% in 2009, while the pre-subsidy cost for other renewable energy technologies will decline by 10%, according to a quarterly research note from New Energy Finance. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5444/cost-of-solar-energy-will-drop-by-half-this-year-and-other-renewable-energy-by-10-says-analyst/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5460/solar-pv-inverter-market-recovers-in-q3/ The solar photovoltaic (PV) inverter market made a strong recovery in the third quarter (Q3) of 2009 with shipments reaching record levels and the outlook for the market becoming increasingly positive, according to analysis from IMS Research. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5460/solar-pv-inverter-market-recovers-in-q3/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5463/thinfilm-contributes-towards-12-of-eus-electricity-from-solar-pv-by-2020/ The thin-film solar PV industry is ready to contribute towards solar PV’s goal of providing 12% of the EU’s electricity demand by 2020, according to the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA). Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5463/thinfilm-contributes-towards-12-of-eus-electricity-from-solar-pv-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5465/first-solar-sells-21-mw-blythe-solar-thinfilm-pv-power-project-to-nrg-energy/ First Solar has sold its 21 MW AC solar photovoltaic (PV) thin-film project in Blythe, California, USA, to NRG Energy. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5465/first-solar-sells-21-mw-blythe-solar-thinfilm-pv-power-project-to-nrg-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5466/us-funds-us98m-to-support-nextgeneration-of-wind-turbine-designs/ Clemson University in South Carolina will receive US$45 million from the federal government to develop a wind energy test facility that will enhance the performance, durability and reliability of utility-scale wind turbines. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5466/us-funds-us98m-to-support-nextgeneration-of-wind-turbine-designs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5467/us-market-for-certified-renewable-energy-grows-45/ More than half a million residential and 20,000 commercial customers purchased 13 TWh of certified renewable energy last year, according to the Center for Resource Solutions (CRS). Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5467/us-market-for-certified-renewable-energy-grows-45/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5470/ceramic-fuel-cells-appoints-neco-to-sell-bluegen-fuel-cell-systems-in-australia/ Australian-based Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd (CFCL), a leading developer of solid oxide fuel cell units for homes and other buildings, has appointed Neco to distribute its BlueGen™ power and heating units in Australia. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5470/ceramic-fuel-cells-appoints-neco-to-sell-bluegen-fuel-cell-systems-in-australia/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5471/over-100-countries-will-attend-world-future-energy-summit-2010-in-abu-dhabi-/ The World Future Energy Summit, which is being held for the third time in Abu Dhabi in January 2010, will have visitors in the form of world leaders, policy makers, industry experts, thinkers, investors and researchers from more than 100 countries. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5471/over-100-countries-will-attend-world-future-energy-summit-2010-in-abu-dhabi-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5473/half-of-us-states-generate-at-least-1-gw-from-nonhydro-renewable-energy/ Development of renewable energy is spreading rapidly across the United States, often in conjunction with public policies that are designed to spur such growth, according to a state-by-state analysis by the Department of Energy's (DoE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5473/half-of-us-states-generate-at-least-1-gw-from-nonhydro-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5430/bosch-solar-energy-bundles-solar-cell-capacities-at-arnstadt-germany/ Bosch Solar Energy AG will be integrating its solar cell production located in Erfurt into the new production facilities at nearby Arnstadt, Germany, in early 2010. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5430/bosch-solar-energy-bundles-solar-cell-capacities-at-arnstadt-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5431/dupont-apollo-opens-thinfilm-solar-silicon-pv-facility/ DuPont Apollo Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of DuPont, has opened a silicon based thin-film solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing facility. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5431/dupont-apollo-opens-thinfilm-solar-silicon-pv-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5432/repower-usa-supplies-9-of-its-2-mw-wind-turbines-for-michigan-wind-farm/ REpower USA Corp, a subsidiary of Germany’s wind turbine manufacturer, REpower Systems AG will supply 9 of its 2 MW MM92 wind turbines with a total output of 18.45 MW to the US project developer Heritage Sustainable Energy LLC. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5432/repower-usa-supplies-9-of-its-2-mw-wind-turbines-for-michigan-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5434/ceramic-fuel-cells-to-install-bluegen-unit-for-paloma-in-japan/ Solid oxide fuel cell developer Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd (CFCL) has announced that Paloma, a leading global home heating manufacturer, will install a BlueGen™ combined heat and power (CHP) unit in its warehouse and sales office in Sapporo, Japan. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5434/ceramic-fuel-cells-to-install-bluegen-unit-for-paloma-in-japan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5436/solarworld-establishes-office-in-france-for-french-solar-power-market/ SolarWorld AG is establishing a liaison office in Grenoble, France, to be closer to French customers as the solar power market in France is now fourth place in the European league of newly installed solar output capacities. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5436/solarworld-establishes-office-in-france-for-french-solar-power-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5439/qinetiqs-zephyr-solarpowered-unmanned-aerial-system-flown-by-us-personnel/ QinetiQ’s Zephyr High-Altitude Long-Endurance unmanned aerial system (HALE UAS) program recently resumed flight testing and payload evaluations in Yuma, Arizona when a joint US/UK team undertook the first operation of the Zephyr system with a US flight crew. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5439/qinetiqs-zephyr-solarpowered-unmanned-aerial-system-flown-by-us-personnel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5441/pickens-files-energy-fund-including-renewable-energy-with-regulators-across-canada/ An energy fund created by Texas oil billionaire Pickens, which includes renewable energy, has filed a preliminary prospectus from securities regulators in each province and territory of Canada. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5441/pickens-files-energy-fund-including-renewable-energy-with-regulators-across-canada/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5663/nrl-ion-tiger-fuel-cell-uav-extends-flight-endurance-record-to-26-hours/ The US Naval Research Laboratory’s Ion Tiger, a hydrogen-powered fuel cell unmanned air vehicle (UAV), has set another unofficial flight endurance record for a fuel cell powered flight. The latest test flight, on November 16–17, lasted 26 hours and 1 minute carrying a 2.3 kg (5 lb) payload. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5663/nrl-ion-tiger-fuel-cell-uav-extends-flight-endurance-record-to-26-hours/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5390/acciona-net-profits-rise-255-to-1229m-over-last-9-months/ ACCIONA registered a net profit of €1,229 million in the first 9 months of 2009, a rise of 255% compared to the same period of last year. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5390/acciona-net-profits-rise-255-to-1229m-over-last-9-months/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5386/see-lm-glasfibers-impressive-615-m-wind-turbine-blade-being-transported-to-cop15/ The world's longest wind turbine blade – 61.5 m – traveled to be displayed at COP15 in Copenhagen in December last weekend. LM Glasfiber has released a video showing the enormity of the wind turbine blade. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5386/see-lm-glasfibers-impressive-615-m-wind-turbine-blade-being-transported-to-cop15/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5389/acciona-receives-longterm-financing-for-two-wind-farms-in-india/ ACCIONA has agreed long-term finance amounting to €18.14 million with the State Bank of India (SBI) for its two wind farms totaling 29.7 MW in India. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5389/acciona-receives-longterm-financing-for-two-wind-farms-in-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5399/mitsubishi-3-mw-solar-pv-panels-in-largest-rooftop-installation-on-a-single-building-in-italy/ Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has completed a 2906 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) installation for Coop’s CNNA-Prato logistic centre in Prato, Italy, making it the largest solar PV rooftop installation on a single building in Italy, the company says. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5399/mitsubishi-3-mw-solar-pv-panels-in-largest-rooftop-installation-on-a-single-building-in-italy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5400/wave-energy-device-oyster-launched/ The wave energy device Oyster from Aquamarine Power was officially launched on 20 November at the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) in Orkney. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5400/wave-energy-device-oyster-launched/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5340/germany-completes-its-first-large-offshore-wind-farm/ A consortium has installed 12 large wind turbines in the North Sea, to complete Germany’s first offshore wind farm alpha ventus. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5340/germany-completes-its-first-large-offshore-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5345/new-buildings-in-europe-must-include-renewable-energy/ The energy performance of buildings constructed after 2020 must improve and rely “to a large extent” on renewable energy, according to a deal reached between the EU Parliament and its Council. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5345/new-buildings-in-europe-must-include-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5355/solar-company-qcells-notes-2482m-loss-in-q3-sheds-500-jobs/ Solar company Q-Cells SE has published third quarter results with a loss of €248.2 million and is shedding up to 500 jobs as of December. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5355/solar-company-qcells-notes-2482m-loss-in-q3-sheds-500-jobs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5356/siemens-introduces-nextgen-solar-receiver-for-solar-thermal-power-plants/ Siemens has released a new solar receiver, the UVAC 2010 (Universal Vacuum Air Collector), which is said to further increases solar thermal heat production. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5356/siemens-introduces-nextgen-solar-receiver-for-solar-thermal-power-plants/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5359/amsc-provides-hyundai-heavy-industries-with-30-wind-turbine-electrical-control-sets/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) is providing Hyundai Heavy Industries with 30 sets of electrical control systems for its 1.65 MW wind turbines now in production in South Korea. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5359/amsc-provides-hyundai-heavy-industries-with-30-wind-turbine-electrical-control-sets/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5304/six-renewable-energy-sources-judged-to-be-best-prospect-for-future-says-report/ The best prospects for large-scale renewable energy production and net-energy performance remain wind and certain forms of solar, according to a study released by two California-based think tanks. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5304/six-renewable-energy-sources-judged-to-be-best-prospect-for-future-says-report/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5316/european-utilities-must-invest-more-in-renewable-energy-says-analysis/ The economic recession has prompted utilities in Europe to invest less in renewable power and the smart grid, even though they need to invest more to meet goals, says the European Energy Markets Observatory. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5316/european-utilities-must-invest-more-in-renewable-energy-says-analysis/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5318/seven-designs-for-offshore-wind-turbine-foundations-are-shortlisted/ Seven new designs for offshore wind turbine foundations have been short-listed for funding by the Carbon Trust in Britain. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5318/seven-designs-for-offshore-wind-turbine-foundations-are-shortlisted/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5328/usa-and-china-agree-on-clean-and-renewable-energy-initiatives/ US President Barack Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao have announced a far-reaching package of measures to strengthen cooperation between the United States and China on clean and renewable energy. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5328/usa-and-china-agree-on-clean-and-renewable-energy-initiatives/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5330/amsc-delivers-us10m-of-wind-turbine-core-electrical-components-to-china/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) has received a follow-on order for US$10 million worth of wind turbine core electrical components from China’s CSR Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Research Institute Co. (CSR-ZELRI). Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5330/amsc-delivers-us10m-of-wind-turbine-core-electrical-components-to-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5333/first-solar-closer-to-2-gw-solar-power-plant-in-china/ First Solar has announced a cooperation framework agreement with the Chinese government that takes another step towards the realisation of the 2 GW solar power plant in the autonomous region of Inner Mongolia, China. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5333/first-solar-closer-to-2-gw-solar-power-plant-in-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5461/air-liquide-adds-vancouver-airport-to-canadian-hydrogen-demonstration/ Vancouver International Airport is the second of two Canadian airports in a hydrogen and fuel cell demonstration project led by Air Liquide Canada. The Vancouver airport will deploy several hydrogen transportation technologies in shuttle buses, as well as passenger and utility vehicles provided by the Vancouver Airport Authority and Air Canada. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5461/air-liquide-adds-vancouver-airport-to-canadian-hydrogen-demonstration/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5275/usa-to-support-csp-in-jordan/ The US government will fund a US$738,492 feasibility study for installing more than 50 MW of concentrated solar power (CSP) in Jordan’s Ma’an development zone. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5275/usa-to-support-csp-in-jordan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5283/bank-lends-80m-for-17-mw-solar-power-project/ A concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in Spain’s province of Seville will be a commercial demonstration of a central tower receiver and heliostat field. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5283/bank-lends-80m-for-17-mw-solar-power-project/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5284/us-builds-one-million-energy-star-green-homes/ The US Environmental Protection Agency says one million green homes have been built in the United States under its ENERGY STAR programme. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5284/us-builds-one-million-energy-star-green-homes/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5286/tidal-power-turbine-deployed-on-canadas-east-coast/ The provincial power utility in Nova Scotia, Canada, and its Irish partner OpenHydro report a successful deployment of the first commercial scale in-stream tidal power turbine in the Bay of Fundy. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5286/tidal-power-turbine-deployed-on-canadas-east-coast/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5310/green-building-to-support-79m-us-jobs-the-next-four-years/ Green building will support 7.9 million US jobs and pump US$554 billion into the US economy – including US$396bn in wages – over the next four years (2009-2013), according to a study from the US Green Building Council and Booz Allen Hamilton. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5310/green-building-to-support-79m-us-jobs-the-next-four-years/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5311/dow-pv-solar-shingle-named-in-top-inventions-of-2009/ Time Magazine has named Dow's PV Solar Shingle to be one of the ‘50 Best Inventions’ of this year. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5311/dow-pv-solar-shingle-named-in-top-inventions-of-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5312/dow-unveils-powerhouse-solar-shingle-for-bipv/ The Dow Chemical Company is introducing its line of DOW™ POWERHOUSE™ Solar Shingle, photovoltaic (PV) solar panels in the form of solar shingles that can be integrated into rooftops with standard asphalt shingle materials. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5312/dow-unveils-powerhouse-solar-shingle-for-bipv/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5313/enfinity-and-titan-energy-to-install-1-gwp-of-solar-pv-in-india/ Enfinity, a global renewable energy developer, and Titan Energy Systems, a manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, are collaborating on developing, financing and constructing 1 GWp of solar PV installations on 3000 acres of land in Andhra Pradesh, India, in the coming five years. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5313/enfinity-and-titan-energy-to-install-1-gwp-of-solar-pv-in-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5317/fuel-cell-industry-unity-needed-to-achieve-policy-goals/ The successful effort to restore US Department of Energy funding for hydrogen and fuel cell programs has made the industry stronger and more united, but the fuel cell industry still must fight for its place in the energy agenda of the 21st century, says the President of the US Fuel Cell Council (USFCC). Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5317/fuel-cell-industry-unity-needed-to-achieve-policy-goals/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5319/proton-energy-systems-announces-1-million-science-scholarship-program/ Hydrogen energy company Proton Energy Systems is launching a US$1 million scholarship program aimed at high school seniors across the US. The Proton Energy Scholarship will recognize and award students who demonstrate outstanding achievement, excellence and promise in the field of science or technology, and who plan to pursue higher education in this field. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5319/proton-energy-systems-announces-1-million-science-scholarship-program/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5256/morocco-plans-2-gw-of-solar-power-by-2020/ Morocco plans to have 2 GW of solar power by 2020 representing investment of US$9 billion. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5256/morocco-plans-2-gw-of-solar-power-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5257/us-energy-secretary-travels-to-india-and-china-to-promote-clean-energy-partnerships/ US Energy Secretary Steven Chu is travelling in India and China as part of the Department of Energy’s (DoE) efforts to advance opportunities for international clean energy cooperation. During the China portion of the visit, Secretary Chu will join with President Barack Obama as part of the official White House delegation. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5257/us-energy-secretary-travels-to-india-and-china-to-promote-clean-energy-partnerships/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5258/suntech-to-build-its-first-us-solar-pv-manufacturing-plant-in-arizona-usa/ Suntech Power Holdings Co. says its first US solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing plant with a production capacity of 30 MW for the growing North American solar market, could be located in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5258/suntech-to-build-its-first-us-solar-pv-manufacturing-plant-in-arizona-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5261/ppg-wins-doe-grant-for-project-to-improve-wind-blade-manufacture/ PPG Industries will receive a US$741 000 grant from the US Department of Energy to support the development of materials and automation processes for wind turbine blade manufacturing. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5261/ppg-wins-doe-grant-for-project-to-improve-wind-blade-manufacture/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5271/women-and-older-people-are-less-likely-to-support-renewable-energy-in-uk/ Men are more likely to say they support the use of renewable energy than women, according to an opinion survey conducted by the UK Department of Energy & Climate Change. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5271/women-and-older-people-are-less-likely-to-support-renewable-energy-in-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5272/uk-target-for-biomass-is-hampered-by-supply-chain-issues-suggests-report/ Unresolved supply issues may block the British plans to have 15% of renewable energy come from biomass, according to an independent research firm. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5272/uk-target-for-biomass-is-hampered-by-supply-chain-issues-suggests-report/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5285/idatech-signs-new-fuel-cell-distribution-agreement-with-acme-for-telecoms-backup/ US-based IdaTech, ACME Group in India, and Ballard Power Systems in Canada have terminated their existing fuel cell system supply agreement, and replaced it with a new, more flexible distribution agreement between IdaTech and ACME for ElectraGen™ PEM fuel cell solutions for wireless telecom backup power in India. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5285/idatech-signs-new-fuel-cell-distribution-agreement-with-acme-for-telecoms-backup/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5287/first-hybrid-fuel-cell-bus-unveiled-for-new-fleet-in-hamburg/ The new Mercedes-Benz Citaro FuelCELL-Hybrid bus has made its first appearance in its future operating location of Hamburg in Germany. From next year the Hamburg transit agency will operate 10 of these fuel cell hybrid buses, as well as 20 Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL fuel cell cars. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5287/first-hybrid-fuel-cell-bus-unveiled-for-new-fleet-in-hamburg/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5548/signa-demonstrates-hydrogen-generation-for-portable-fuel-cells/ SiGNa Chemistry has announced the successful design, assembly, and initial testing of its H300 Hydrogen Generation System. The H300 was demonstrated in collaboration with portable fuel cell developer Trulite Inc. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5548/signa-demonstrates-hydrogen-generation-for-portable-fuel-cells/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5235/copenhagen-opens-hydrogen-station-unveils-fuel-cell-vehicles/ The City of Copenhagen has inaugurated its first hydrogen fueling station. It has also unveiled eight new hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, comprising two work vehicles and six cars, that will refuel at the hydrogen station. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5235/copenhagen-opens-hydrogen-station-unveils-fuel-cell-vehicles/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5239/canon-power-group-gets-us194m-in-treasury-grants-for-400-mw-wind-farm/ Cannon Power Group has received US$19.4 million in federal renewable energy grants to spur construction of its 400 MW wind farm in Washington State. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5239/canon-power-group-gets-us194m-in-treasury-grants-for-400-mw-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5240/wave-hub-starts-construction-in-uk/ Construction starts this month on the Wave Hub project wave energy project in South West England. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5240/wave-hub-starts-construction-in-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5241/doe-and-usda-invest-over-us24m-in-biomass-rd/ The US Departments of Agriculture and Energy has selected biomass projects for more than US$24 million in grants to research and develop technologies to produce biofuels, bioenergy and high-value bio based products. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5241/doe-and-usda-invest-over-us24m-in-biomass-rd/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5244/sanyo-unveils-lithiumion-battery-systems-for-solar-cell-systems-electric-vehicles/ Japanese electrical giant SANYO Electric has developed two new large-capacity, high-voltage lithium-ion battery systems. SANYO will begin mass production of the new products in March 2010. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5244/sanyo-unveils-lithiumion-battery-systems-for-solar-cell-systems-electric-vehicles/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5245/suntech-develops-20-of-systems-for-chinas-solar-rooftop-program/ Suntech Power Holdings Co, a manufacturer of crystalline silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, expects to develop around 20% of the 91 MW of solar rooftop projects that were approved under China's Solar Rooftop Program. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5245/suntech-develops-20-of-systems-for-chinas-solar-rooftop-program/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5190/intelligent-energy-appoints-jadoos-devanna-to-head-us-fuel-cell-operations/ Fuel cell and fuel processor developer Intelligent Energy has appointed Leonard Devanna as its new Vice President of US Operations. This appointment follows the promotion of Murali Arikara, who previously held this position, to lead the focus on selected fast growing markets as Executive VP for Emerging Markets at Intelligent Energy. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5190/intelligent-energy-appoints-jadoos-devanna-to-head-us-fuel-cell-operations/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5210/wave-and-tidal-companies-views-on-european-marine-energy-centre-sought/ Wave and tidal energy companies are to be asked for their views on the future development of the Orkney-based European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC). Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5210/wave-and-tidal-companies-views-on-european-marine-energy-centre-sought/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5211/siemens-supplies-wind-turbines-to-mexico/ Siemens Energy will supply 70 wind turbines for the Los Vergeles wind farm in Tamaulipas, Mexico. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5211/siemens-supplies-wind-turbines-to-mexico/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5212/ge-and-eon-climate-renewables-sign-7year-om-wind-turbine-agreement/ GE and E.ON Climate & Renewables North America have signed a 7-year operation and maintenance (O&M) agreement covering E.ON Climate & Renewable’s complete fleet of 529 GE wind turbines installed in the United States. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5212/ge-and-eon-climate-renewables-sign-7year-om-wind-turbine-agreement/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5575/baxi-innotech-installs-gamma-fuel-cell-chp-unit-on-hamburg-museum-ship/ A fuel cell combined heat and power (CHP) unit has officially been put into operation on a museum sailing ship in Hamburg, Germany. The fuel cell unit, developed by local firm Baxi Innotech, now provides energy and heat in the former freight sailing ship, the 'Rickmer Rickmers'. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5575/baxi-innotech-installs-gamma-fuel-cell-chp-unit-on-hamburg-museum-ship/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5147/wind-in-europe-can-contribute-towards-climate-goals-says-industry/ Wind turbines in Europe could displace the annual emission of 333 megatonne of CO2 by 2020, says the European Wind Energy Association. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5147/wind-in-europe-can-contribute-towards-climate-goals-says-industry/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5148/australia-funds-utilityscale-wave-power-station/ Four renewable energy projects will receive AU$235 million from the federal government in Australia, including a 19 MW wave farm off the coast of Victoria. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5148/australia-funds-utilityscale-wave-power-station/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5149/spain-sets-unique-record-for-wind-power/ Wind turbines supplied 54% of Spain’s total electricity demand, for a short period on the weekend. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5149/spain-sets-unique-record-for-wind-power/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5170/ceres-power-deal-with-bord-gis-for-fuel-cell-residential-chp-in-ireland/ UK-based solid oxide fuel cell developer Ceres Power has signed an agreement with Bord Gáis Éireann (BGE), for residential combined heat and power (CHP) fuel cell products operating on natural gas for the Irish market. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5170/ceres-power-deal-with-bord-gis-for-fuel-cell-residential-chp-in-ireland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5171/japanese-solar-car-wins-global-race/ A solar car built at Tokai University in Japan has won the solar race across Australia, at an average speed of more than 100 km/h. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5171/japanese-solar-car-wins-global-race/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5173/invicta-capital-launches-300m-biomass-fund/ Invicta Capital, a provider of investment opportunities for private clients, has launched a £300 million fund dedicated to the construction and operation of an identified portfolio of biomass combined heat and power (CHP) plants in Scotland. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5173/invicta-capital-launches-300m-biomass-fund/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5174/booming-wind-power-in-bulgaria/ Bulgaria’s wind power is set to boom over the next decade, according to a presentation at a workshop on integrating wind power in Bulgaria, predicting wind power will increase from the current 330 MW installed to over 3 GW by 2020 meeting 13.5% of Bulgaria’s electricity demand. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5174/booming-wind-power-in-bulgaria/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5175/first-2035-mw-at-milford-wind-corridor-project-completed-in-utah/ First Wind, a North American wind power company, has completed the first 203.5 MW phase of its Milford Wind Corridor project in Millard and Beaver County, Utah, USA. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5175/first-2035-mw-at-milford-wind-corridor-project-completed-in-utah/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5176/online-platform-offering-policymaker-toolkit-for-secure-and-renewable-energy/ A new online platform launched by the World Future Council provides policymakers throughout the world with tools to unleash sustainable and renewable energy development. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5176/online-platform-offering-policymaker-toolkit-for-secure-and-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5179/boeing-falck-schmidt-to-explore-military-fuel-cell-applications/ Aerospace giant Boeing and Denmark-based Falck Schmidt Defence Systems have announced that Boeing Research & Technology will assess Falck Schmidt fuel cell products for potential use in Boeing renewable energy power systems for military platforms. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5179/boeing-falck-schmidt-to-explore-military-fuel-cell-applications/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5117/us240m-for-lost-creek-wind-project/ Wind energy developer Wind Capital Group has closed US$240 million financing for the Lost Creek Wind Project in DeKalb County, Missouri, USA. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5117/us240m-for-lost-creek-wind-project/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5118/sanyo-combines-technologies-for-energy-creation-storage-and-saving/ SANYO Electric Co. is entering the energy solutions business with system proposals to reduce running costs and CO2 emissions for factories, schools, stores and other facilities. The company will offer systems that combine SANYO’s technologies for energy creation (solar cell), energy storage (rechargeable battery), and energy saving (commercial equipment). Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5118/sanyo-combines-technologies-for-energy-creation-storage-and-saving/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5124/flabeg-solar-us-corp-opens-solar-mirror-production-plant/ FLABEG, a high-tech glass and mirror applications provider, is opening a new 209 sq ft production facility for solar mirrors near Pittsburgh International Airport, USA. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5124/flabeg-solar-us-corp-opens-solar-mirror-production-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5125/hydropower-upgrades-to-at-average-less-than-us004kwh-without-new-dams-/ US Energy Secretary Steven Chu has announced up to US$30.6 million in Recovery Act funding for the selection of 7 hydropower projects that modernise hydropower infrastructure by increasing efficiency and reducing environmental impacts at existing facilities. The expanded hydropower generation projects have estimated incremental costs of less than US$0.04/kWh on average. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5125/hydropower-upgrades-to-at-average-less-than-us004kwh-without-new-dams-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5129/renewables-must-be-key-ingredient-in-future-energy-supply-says-iea/ Investment in renewable energy technologies could decline by 20% this year, but renewables are expected to make large contributions in the latest forecast from the International Energy Agency. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5129/renewables-must-be-key-ingredient-in-future-energy-supply-says-iea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5136/wind-energy-receives-45-increase-in-us-budget-allocation/ Wind energy will receive US$80 million in federal government funding appropriations, a 45% increase over the last fiscal year. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5136/wind-energy-receives-45-increase-in-us-budget-allocation/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5137/us-could-create-45-million-jobs-in-renewable-energy-says-analysis/ The United States could net 4.5 million new jobs in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors by 2030 if it addresses climate change, according to a report prepared for the American Solar Energy Society. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5137/us-could-create-45-million-jobs-in-renewable-energy-says-analysis/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5138/california-offers-us15m-to-improve-solar-pv/ The California Solar Initiative (CSI) has released a second solicitation for grants to improve solar photovoltaic (PV) production technologies and innovative business models. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5138/california-offers-us15m-to-improve-solar-pv/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5141/britain-offers-14bn-in-loans-for-onshore-wind-farms/ Three UK-based banks will offer new loans to onshore wind farms, in a scheme that could enable £1.4 billion of onshore wind projects to move to construction over the next three years. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5141/britain-offers-14bn-in-loans-for-onshore-wind-farms/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5143/us-firms-to-develop-rooftop-solar-projects-in-canada/ Two US firms will collaborate on the development of a portfolio of rooftop solar installations in the province of Ontario, where the government will pay up to CA$0.80/kWh for electricity from renewable energy sources. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5143/us-firms-to-develop-rooftop-solar-projects-in-canada/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5166/hydrogen-fuel-cell-hybrid-buses-to-hit-the-road-in-sunderland/ Two hydrogen fuel cell hybrid buses are set to hit the streets of Sunderland, UK as part of a unique R&D program that is bringing Chinese expertise to the region. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5166/hydrogen-fuel-cell-hybrid-buses-to-hit-the-road-in-sunderland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5096/desertec-jv-dii-established-for-renewable-energy-from-deserts/ The articles of association for the joint venture (JV) DII GmbH have been signed by the group of founding members consisting of 12 companies and the DESERTEC Foundation to secure renewable energy supply from the deserts in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5096/desertec-jv-dii-established-for-renewable-energy-from-deserts/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5098/four-companies-cooperate-on-2470-mw-of-offshore-wind-farm-capacity-in-scotland/ Four offshore wind farm developers have announced their plans for major offshore wind farm developments in the outer Forth and Tay areas outside Scotland. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5098/four-companies-cooperate-on-2470-mw-of-offshore-wind-farm-capacity-in-scotland/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5099/applied-materials-acquires-assets-of-advent-solar/ Applied Materials, a supplier of equipment and services to the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry, has acquired all assets, including the intellectual property, of Advent Solar for an undisclosed cash amount. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5099/applied-materials-acquires-assets-of-advent-solar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5100/suntech-and-huadian-partner-on-10-mw-solar-plant-in-jiangsu-province-china/ Suntech Power Holdings, the crystalline silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) modules manufacturer, and Huadian New Energy Development Co (HNE) will develop a 10 MW solar power plant in Dongtai, Jiangsu Province, China. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5100/suntech-and-huadian-partner-on-10-mw-solar-plant-in-jiangsu-province-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5083/seaenergy-and-tgc-develop-offshore-wind-farm-projects-in-taiwan/ SeaEnergy and Taiwan Generations Corporation (TGC) have concluded an agreement under which they will undertake the joint development of TGC’s pipeline of offshore wind farm projects. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5083/seaenergy-and-tgc-develop-offshore-wind-farm-projects-in-taiwan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5085/world-future-council-proposes-a-way-to-finance-the-renewable-energy-transition/ The World Future Council proposes the issuing of money by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to finance the global renewable energy transition and the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5085/world-future-council-proposes-a-way-to-finance-the-renewable-energy-transition/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5090/12m-invested-in-wave-energy-tank-testing-facility-in-south-west-england-/ The wave energy tanks are being funded by the South West RDA (Regional Development Agency) as part of the Agency’s three-year £7.3 million investment in the Peninsula Research Institute for Marine Renewable Energy (PRIMaRE), and will be located at the University of Plymouth, UK. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5090/12m-invested-in-wave-energy-tank-testing-facility-in-south-west-england-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5091/suntech-to-supply-up-to-115-mw-of-solar-pv-modules-to-enxco/ Suntech Power Holdings will supply up to 115 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules to enXco in 2010. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5091/suntech-to-supply-up-to-115-mw-of-solar-pv-modules-to-enxco/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5017/us-hydroelectric-sector-could-create-700000-jobs-by-2025/ The hydropower industry in the United States could add 60 GW of renewable energy to the country’s electricity grid by 2025, while creating 700,000 new jobs. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5017/us-hydroelectric-sector-could-create-700000-jobs-by-2025/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5018/us-survey-shows-concern-with-noise-from-wind-turbines/ A survey in Rhode Island shows that 89% have positive opinions on the use of wind turbines to generate electricity, but 50% rate the cost of wind as an important issue and 44% say noise is an important consideration. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5018/us-survey-shows-concern-with-noise-from-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5041/indesit-rltec-and-npower-dynamic-demand-smart-grid-technology/ Indesit Company is joining the smart grid technology company RLtec, and energy company npower, in what the companies call the Europe’s largest residential trial of dynamic demand smart grid technology in the UK. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5041/indesit-rltec-and-npower-dynamic-demand-smart-grid-technology/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5043/eib-examines-over-300m-of-funding-for-connecting-offshore-wind-farms/ The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the UK Ofgem E-Serve say the EIB is considering provision of over £300 million of funding to investors in high voltage transmission links to offshore wind farms in the UK. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5043/eib-examines-over-300m-of-funding-for-connecting-offshore-wind-farms/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5046/the-us-wind-energy-market-could-reach-8-gw-by-year-end/ The US wind energy market could reach 8 GW installed in 2009, (including project spill-over from 2008 and new wind build), despite initial fears of a major drop in megawatts resulting from the financial crisis, according to a brief from Emerging Energy Research. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5046/the-us-wind-energy-market-could-reach-8-gw-by-year-end/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5049/1366-technologies-selected-for-arpae-funding-/ The innovative US, Massachusetts-based PV technology company is one of only 37 awardees selected from over 3,600 applicants. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5049/1366-technologies-selected-for-arpae-funding-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5051/basf-to-realign-fuel-cell-mea-business-in-new-jersey-close-frankfurt-facility/ BASF is realigning its business for the fuel cell market, by concentrating its competencies for the production of high-temperature membrane-electrode assemblies (MEAs) at the BASF Fuel Cell Inc facility in Somerset, New Jersey, USA. Operational activities at the BASF Fuel Cell GmbH site in Frankfurt, Germany will be discontinued effective December 31, 2009. BASF plans to close the Frankfurt site in the course of 2010. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5051/basf-to-realign-fuel-cell-mea-business-in-new-jersey-close-frankfurt-facility/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4960/australia-gives-au164m-to-reduce-ghg-emissions-from-offices-includes-renewable-energy-funding/ Installation of renewable energy solutions such as solar electric panels and solar film are prominent among 37 projects funded by the Australian Department for Innovation, Industry, Science & Research. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4960/australia-gives-au164m-to-reduce-ghg-emissions-from-offices-includes-renewable-energy-funding/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4974/us-agency-updates-list-of-top-green-power-purchasers/ Fifty companies and organisations in the United States purchase 12.5 TWh a year of green power. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4974/us-agency-updates-list-of-top-green-power-purchasers/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4980/reports-shows-job-potential-in-us-renewable-energy-sector/ Four of the top publicly-traded clean tech employers in the United States are renewable energy companies from abroad. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4980/reports-shows-job-potential-in-us-renewable-energy-sector/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4990/solarwall-solar-air-heating-installed-at-jaguar-land-rover-academy/ A SolarWall perforated transpired solar collector (pTSC) solar air heating system has been installed at Jaguar Land Rover Training Academy in Gaydon, Warwickshire, UK, helping the building to save more than 80 MWh per year. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4990/solarwall-solar-air-heating-installed-at-jaguar-land-rover-academy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4991/dupont-and-silicon-energy-introduce-glassglass-solar-pv-modules-with-dupont-pv5300-series-encapsulant/ Silicon Energy and DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions are introducing glass-glass polycrystalline silicon (cSi) solar photovoltaic (PV) modules made with DuPont PV5300 series ionomer-based encapsulant for added module strength and durability. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4991/dupont-and-silicon-energy-introduce-glassglass-solar-pv-modules-with-dupont-pv5300-series-encapsulant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5008/concentrated-solar-thermal-power-csp-market-could-reach-24-gw-by-2020/ According to a new market report by CSP Today and Altran, CSP growth in the next 10 years will be concentrated in two key markets - Spain and USA, the USA currently having the largest market as measured by installed capacity - at 63% of global installed capacity. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5008/concentrated-solar-thermal-power-csp-market-could-reach-24-gw-by-2020/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4943/renewable-energy-could-help-create-19-million-jobs-in-the-usa/ Comprehensive clean renewable energy and climate policies would create jobs, increase consumers’ income and strengthen the economy, according to a study conducted by three universities in the USA. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4943/renewable-energy-could-help-create-19-million-jobs-in-the-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4944/integration-of-renewable-energy-is-top-issue-for-next-decade-for-us-regulator/ The integration of renewable energy facilities is one of the top factors that will require changes to policy, planning and operations over the next decade, according to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4944/integration-of-renewable-energy-is-top-issue-for-next-decade-for-us-regulator/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4945/us-government-allocates-us22bn-in-bonds-for-renewable-energy-development/ The US Department of Treasury has allocated US$2.2 billion in Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREB) as part of the Obama administration's efforts to spur production of renewable energy. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4945/us-government-allocates-us22bn-in-bonds-for-renewable-energy-development/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4946/uk-could-miss-target-for-renewable-energy/ Targets for renewable energy in Britain and the government’s carbon budgets could be missed, under one of the scenarios for future energy supply envisaged by Ofgem, the country’s energy regulator. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4946/uk-could-miss-target-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4949/geothermal-engineering-seeks-funding-for-uk-commercialscale-geothermal-power-plant/ Geothermal Engineering intend to apply for the £6 million funding announced by the Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC), to build what Geothermal Engineering calls “the UK’s first commercial-scale geothermal power plant”. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4949/geothermal-engineering-seeks-funding-for-uk-commercialscale-geothermal-power-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4950/australian-utility-implements-ges-4g-communications-smart-grid-solution-/ SP AusNet, one of Australia’s largest utilities, could be the first to implement GE’s WiMAX fourth-generation (4G) smart grid solution. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4950/australian-utility-implements-ges-4g-communications-smart-grid-solution-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4952/ocean-power-technologies-completes-trials-of-offshore-underwater-substation-pod/ Ocean Power Technologies has completed trials of its Underwater Substation Pod (USP) product in Spain, which is designed to facilitate the collection, networking and transforming of offshore power and data generated by up to 10 of its wave power device, PowerBuoy, for transmission to a shore-based electricity grid by one subsea power cable. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4952/ocean-power-technologies-completes-trials-of-offshore-underwater-substation-pod/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4953/mapping-wind-resources-in-south-africa/ Risø DTU has produced a detailed map of the wind resources in South Africa showing the best locations for wind turbines and is a prerequisite for funding wind farms. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4953/mapping-wind-resources-in-south-africa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4959/technology-transfer-a-critical-issue-says-deputy-director-general-of-the-renewable-energy-and-energy-efficiency-partnership/ Binu Parthan, deputy director general of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) - a speaker at the upcoming World Future Energy Summit - has highlighted technology transfer as a key issue critical to advancing sustainable energy. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4959/technology-transfer-a-critical-issue-says-deputy-director-general-of-the-renewable-energy-and-energy-efficiency-partnership/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4961/renewable-energy-grow-slowly-in-asiapacific-region/ New and renewable energy sources will increase at an annual rate of 1.3% in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a report from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4961/renewable-energy-grow-slowly-in-asiapacific-region/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4967/3tier-expands-geographical-coverage-of-its-advanced-solar-map-and-dataset-solution/ 3TIER has announced that its advanced solar map and dataset - previously available for the Western Hemisphere - now includes Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4967/3tier-expands-geographical-coverage-of-its-advanced-solar-map-and-dataset-solution/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4987/marine-current-turbines-seagen-delivers-350mwh-to-northern-irish-grid/ At the Lisbon Ocean Power Conference, Peter Fraenkel of Marine Current Turbines has revealed details of the company's SeaGen tidal turbine operating performance. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4987/marine-current-turbines-seagen-delivers-350mwh-to-northern-irish-grid/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4936/qcells-terminates-solar-wafer-agreement-with-ldk-solar/ Q-Cells SE has terminated an agreement for the supply of solar wafers entered in December 2007 with the Chinese solar company LDK Solar as LDK Solar “did not fulfil significant contractual obligations”. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4936/qcells-terminates-solar-wafer-agreement-with-ldk-solar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4937/tidal-power-from-slow-currents-with-kite-usage/ Minesto, a Swedish and UK based company, is developing a new technology for electricity generation from slow water currents that could raise the tidal power potential in the UK from 22 TWh to 40 TWh. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4937/tidal-power-from-slow-currents-with-kite-usage/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4938/eu-database-on-renewable-energy-legislation-complete/ The EU database on renewable energy legislation, www.res-legal.eu, providing information for all 27 EU countries is now complete. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4938/eu-database-on-renewable-energy-legislation-complete/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4940/doe-highlights-best-practices-from-25-solar-america-cities/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) has announced an online resource for local governments that assists community leaders and local stakeholders in building sustainable local solar markets with best practices from 25 Solar America Cities. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4940/doe-highlights-best-practices-from-25-solar-america-cities/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4872/eti-launches-8m-project-to-unlock-wave-and-tidal-energy/ An £8 million project that will produce tools capable of accurately estimating the energy yield of major wave and tidal stream energy has been approved by the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI). Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4872/eti-launches-8m-project-to-unlock-wave-and-tidal-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4887/us-government-awards-us338-million-to-accelerate-geothermal-energy/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) will support 123 projects in 39 states, to deploy projects and develop geothermal technology. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4887/us-government-awards-us338-million-to-accelerate-geothermal-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4913/suntech-introduces-utility-solar-platform/ Suntech Power Holdings has introduced Reliathon, an integrated solar platform combining product and business-term innovations to lower costs and accelerate the path to grid parity with the development of utility-scale solar plants. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4913/suntech-introduces-utility-solar-platform/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4834/masdar-pv-delivers-first-solar-pv-modules-to-germany/ Masdar PV is delivering its first solar photovoltaic (PV) modules for installation at an open space solar park in Germany. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4834/masdar-pv-delivers-first-solar-pv-modules-to-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4835/ge-whirlpool-launch-smart-green-grid-initiative/ GE, Whirlpool Corporation and a number of other companies are creating a new collaborative effort aimed at demonstrating the role of smart grid technologies and practices in the achievement of climate change goals. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4835/ge-whirlpool-launch-smart-green-grid-initiative/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4836/18m-investment-for-uk-renewable-energy/ The Carbon Trust is to inject up to £18 million in additional funding into the UK clean and renewable energy sector, providing a booster for clean tech start-ups and Britain's move to a low carbon economy. The additional money has been provided by the Department of Energy and Climate Change. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4836/18m-investment-for-uk-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4837/experiment-paves-way-for-more-reliable-wind-turbine-design/ Risø DTU has just concluded a large full-scale experiment on a wind turbine taking detailed measurements of the load distribution on a 40 m long wind turbine blade under natural wind conditions, thereby providing a very accurate picture of the wind flow over the wind turbine blade surface. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4837/experiment-paves-way-for-more-reliable-wind-turbine-design/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4868/amsc-signs-power-grid-contracts-for-wind-farms-in-australia/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) says its D-VAR grid interconnection solution has been ordered for two additional wind farms under construction in Australia. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4868/amsc-signs-power-grid-contracts-for-wind-farms-in-australia/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4870/vestas-to-supply-102-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-mexico/ Vestas has received an order for 51 units of the V80-2.0 MW wind turbine for the Oaxaca I project to be located in the municipality of Santo Domingo de Ingenio, Juchitan de Zaragoza, Oaxaca, Mexico. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4870/vestas-to-supply-102-mw-of-wind-turbines-to-mexico/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4871/research-into-renewable-biofuel-to-reduce-reliance-on-diesel-imports/ Aston University in Birmingham, UK, is involved in a €3.73 million (£3.4m) research project, which will transform organic residues from biofuel production processes into a renewable biofuel that can reduce reliance on fossil diesel imports. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4871/research-into-renewable-biofuel-to-reduce-reliance-on-diesel-imports/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4876/london-hydrogen-station-is-step-closer-to-hydrogen-fuel-cell-buses/ In the UK, the Olympic Delivery Authority has granted planning permission for a hydrogen refuelling facility to be built in east London. This marks a major milestone in bringing a fleet of five hydrogen fuel cell buses to London. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4876/london-hydrogen-station-is-step-closer-to-hydrogen-fuel-cell-buses/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4877/siliconair-battery-promises-power-for-thousands-of-hours/ Scientists at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology have developed a new, environmentally friendly silicon-air battery capable of supplying non-stop power for thousands of hours without needing to be replaced. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4877/siliconair-battery-promises-power-for-thousands-of-hours/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4881/new-storage-material-improves-energy-density-of-lithiumion-battery/ High-performance energy storage technologies for the automotive industry, or battery technologies providing long run-times for cell phones and notebooks, are being brought one step nearer by scientists at Graz University of Technology in Austria. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4881/new-storage-material-improves-energy-density-of-lithiumion-battery/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4888/obama-announces-us34-billion-to-spur-transition-to-us-smart-energy-grid-/ The US$3.4 billion in grant awards are part of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act, and will be matched by industry funding for a total public-private investment worth over $8 billion. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4888/obama-announces-us34-billion-to-spur-transition-to-us-smart-energy-grid-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4819/solar-electric-industry-poised-for-strong-growth-in-usa-suggests-poll/ Professionals within the US solar electric industry value chain predict strong growth for their businesses over the next two years, and say more favourable legislation and heightened marketing will be key to their expansion. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4819/solar-electric-industry-poised-for-strong-growth-in-usa-suggests-poll/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4820/wind-could-provide-quarter-of-indias-power-by-2030/ Wind could also attract US$10 billion in investment every year and create 213,000 green collar jobs, says the industry. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4820/wind-could-provide-quarter-of-indias-power-by-2030/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4821/renewable-energy-takes-5-of-asian-development-bank-funding/ Renewable energy projects receive 5% of the financial assistance provided from 2001 to 2008. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4821/renewable-energy-takes-5-of-asian-development-bank-funding/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4822/new-england-wants-to-develop-vast-and-untapped-renewable-energy-resources/ Governors of six US states have approved a renewable energy blueprint for their region, and now want President Obama and Congress to support their development of these resources. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4822/new-england-wants-to-develop-vast-and-untapped-renewable-energy-resources/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4823/us-lab-opens-largest-wind-turbine-rd-study/ A 2.3 MW wind turbine will be the centerpiece of a multi-year US project to study the performance and aerodynamics of large wind turbines in a major government-industry research partnership for wind power generation. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4823/us-lab-opens-largest-wind-turbine-rd-study/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4838/fuelcell-energy-posco-power-to-localize-fuel-cell-products-for-korean-market/ US-based FuelCell Energy has signed a licensing agreement with POSCO Power, allowing the South Korean utility to manufacture molten carbonate fuel cell stack modules from cell and module components provided by FuelCell Energy. These fuel cell modules will be combined with balance-of-plant manufactured in Korea, to complete electricity-producing fuel cell power plants for sale in Korea. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4838/fuelcell-energy-posco-power-to-localize-fuel-cell-products-for-korean-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4847/spi2009-seia-and-sepa-to-form-events-company/ The US Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) and Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) have formed a new jointly-owned legal entity, Solar Energy Trade Shows LLC. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4847/spi2009-seia-and-sepa-to-form-events-company/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4854/spi2009-solar-industry-needs-to-come-together-and-fight-urges-seia-president-/ Rhone Resch, president and ceo of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), has called on the solar industry to "enlist" in the fight to secure a policy environment that allows solar to compete with other forms of energy. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4854/spi2009-solar-industry-needs-to-come-together-and-fight-urges-seia-president-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4778/bwea31-uk-wind-reaches-4-gw/ The UK wind industry has seen the installation of 4 GW of wind energy capacity, the British Wind Energy Association (BWEA) announced at BWEA31 in Liverpool on 20-22 October. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4778/bwea31-uk-wind-reaches-4-gw/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4780/bwea31-wind-farm-planning-approvals-slump-to-new-low-of-25/ Local council approvals of wind farm applications in the UK have fallen to a new low of just 25%, the British Wind Energy Association (BWEA) said at BWEA31 in Liverpool on 20-22 October. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4780/bwea31-wind-farm-planning-approvals-slump-to-new-low-of-25/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4781/phoenix-to-develop-20-mwp-solar-park-in-bulgaria/ The solar photovoltaic (PV) system integrator Phoenix Solar AG has signed a project development contract with a Bulgarian subsidiary of the Krass Capital Group AG for the development of a 20 MWp solar park in Bulgaria. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4781/phoenix-to-develop-20-mwp-solar-park-in-bulgaria/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4782/suntech-and-aedb-deliver-solar-power-to-pakistan/ Crystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) solar module manufacturer Suntech Power Holdings Co and Pakistan's Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB) have entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work towards the widespread use of solar energy technologies to meet the energy shortage in Pakistan. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4782/suntech-and-aedb-deliver-solar-power-to-pakistan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4783/lm-glasfiber-expands-wind-turbine-blade-manufacturing-in-china/ LM Glasfiber, the independent manufacturer of blades for wind turbines, plans to further expand its operations in China. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4783/lm-glasfiber-expands-wind-turbine-blade-manufacturing-in-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4786/european-governments-support-boosts-geothermal-energy-market/ The increasingly urgent need to curb climate change is proving to be an effective catalyst for the European geothermal energy industry, according to Frost & Sullivan. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4786/european-governments-support-boosts-geothermal-energy-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4795/world-future-energy-summit-conference-programme/ The World Future Energy Summit has released its conference programme for 18-21 January 2010. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4795/world-future-energy-summit-conference-programme/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4715/updated-qinetiq-and-vestas-test-stealth-technology-for-wind-turbines/ QinetiQ and Vestas Wind Systems claim the successful trial of a radar mitigation technology for wind turbines that significantly reduces the radar signature of individual turbines, making them 'invisible' to air traffic control, military and other radar based systems. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4715/updated-qinetiq-and-vestas-test-stealth-technology-for-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4759/us-shipments-of-geothermal-heat-pumps-surge-40/ Shipments of geothermal heat pumps grew more than 40% last year in the US, to 121,243 units. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4759/us-shipments-of-geothermal-heat-pumps-surge-40/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4760/us-report-shows-continued-drop-of-cost-for-installed-solar-pv-systems/ The average cost to install solar PV systems in the US has dropped by more than 30% from 1998 to 2008, with a four percent drop within the last year. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4760/us-report-shows-continued-drop-of-cost-for-installed-solar-pv-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4763/sfc-smart-fuel-cell-launches-most-powerful-efoy-pro-2200-on-european-market/ German-based SFC Smart Fuel Cell has unveiled the new EFOY Pro 2200 fuel cell, designed for professional users of off-grid industrial applications. SFC Smart Fuel Cell says the new unit offers increased autonomy for applications with its charging capacity of 2200 Wh per day. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4763/sfc-smart-fuel-cell-launches-most-powerful-efoy-pro-2200-on-european-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4766/renewable-energy-can-reduce-20-of-world-goal-for-ghg-emissions/ Renewable energy could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by 2741 Mt by 2030 under accelerated environmental policies, according to the International Energy Agency. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4766/renewable-energy-can-reduce-20-of-world-goal-for-ghg-emissions/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4768/renewable-power-market-in-us-moves-to-nonresidential-customers/ Total sales of electricity from renewable energy facilities in the USA increased by 35% last year, dominated by an increase of 50% in sales of green power certificates to non-residential consumers. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4768/renewable-power-market-in-us-moves-to-nonresidential-customers/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4769/bwea31-narec-getting-ready-for-round-3-and-offshore-renewable-energy/ The New and Renewable Energy Centre (NaREC) in the UK is helping the country reach its 20/20 targets for renewable energy with offshore marine and wind energy research and testing. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4769/bwea31-narec-getting-ready-for-round-3-and-offshore-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4699/us-business-group-calls-for-more-support-to-renewable-energy/ The United States government should focus on the development of renewable energy as well as traditional energy sources, says one of the country’s more influential business groups. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4699/us-business-group-calls-for-more-support-to-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4701/province-dedicates-canadas-largest-solar-pv-project/ A 23.4 MW solar (photovoltaic) PV facility near the capital of Canada has been dedicated by the provincial minister of energy in Ontario. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4701/province-dedicates-canadas-largest-solar-pv-project/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4703/canada-experiences-high-demand-for-green-heat-subsidy/ The demand across Canada for financial subsidy for green heat systems has exceeded expectations, but the programme is still under-allocated. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4703/canada-experiences-high-demand-for-green-heat-subsidy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4705/geothermal-subsidiary-signs-joint-venture-to-install-36-mw-of-solar-electric-in-israel/ Two Israeli companies will develop, construct and operate 36 MW of solar electric systems in Israel. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4705/geothermal-subsidiary-signs-joint-venture-to-install-36-mw-of-solar-electric-in-israel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4706/arizona-dedicates-first-commercial-wind-project/ The 63 MW Dry Lake wind farm has been dedicated as the first commercial-scale wind power project in the state of Arizona. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4706/arizona-dedicates-first-commercial-wind-project/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4707/scottish-firms-target-renewable-energy-with-50-million-investment-fund/ Two Scottish firms, venture capital company Par Equity and consulting firm Senergy Alternative Energy, will launch a £50 million investment fund for renewable energy. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4707/scottish-firms-target-renewable-energy-with-50-million-investment-fund/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4742/acal-energy-achieves-record-output-from-flowcath-fuel-cell/ The UK-based fuel cell developer ACAL Energy reports that it has achieved ‘record’ levels of power output from a kilowatt-scale fuel cell system using its patented FlowCath® liquid cathode technology. Peak power levels of 1.5 kW have been achieved from the hydrogen-fueled, laboratory-scale FlowCath system at ACAL Energy. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4742/acal-energy-achieves-record-output-from-flowcath-fuel-cell/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4714/intelligent-energy-suzuki-to-exhibit-suzuki-burgman-fuel-cell-scooter-at-tokyo-motor-show/ UK-based PEM fuel cell developer Intelligent Energy and its partner Suzuki Motor Corporation are unveiling their latest joint development in clean fuel transport systems at the 41st Tokyo Motor Show – the Suzuki Burgman Fuel Cell Scooter. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4714/intelligent-energy-suzuki-to-exhibit-suzuki-burgman-fuel-cell-scooter-at-tokyo-motor-show/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4726/bwea-31-uk-research-aims-to-solve-wind-problem-on-radar-screens/ The UK will fund £5.15 million to research to solve the problem of radar interference from wind turbines. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4726/bwea-31-uk-research-aims-to-solve-wind-problem-on-radar-screens/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4674/optical-characterisation-of-pv-cells-webinar-guest-speaker-confirmed/ Professor Emanuel Sachs of 1366 Technologies is confirmed as the guest speaker for Renewable Energy Focus’ interactive webinar taking place on Tuesday November 10 (10.00 EST/15.00 GMT), in association with PerkinElmer. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4674/optical-characterisation-of-pv-cells-webinar-guest-speaker-confirmed/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4676/3tier-launches-next-generation-of-solar-assessment-products/ 3TIER has unveiled a suite of solar assessment products that give utility-scale developers a higher degree of certainty in the availability of solar resources, and a more complete picture of the production potential of their projects. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4676/3tier-launches-next-generation-of-solar-assessment-products/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4677/canadas-largest-solar-farm-opens-in-ontario/ Canada's largest solar farm is now producing power in the township of Stone Mills, near Napanee. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4677/canadas-largest-solar-farm-opens-in-ontario/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4678/lm-glasfiber-announces-expansion-in-china/ LM Glasfiber, an independent manufacturer of blades for wind turbines, is to further expand its operations in China. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4678/lm-glasfiber-announces-expansion-in-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4679/ises-calls-for-feedin-tariffs-worldwide/ The International Solar Energy Society (ISES) has called for the use of feed-in tariffs worldwide at its solar world congress (SWC) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4679/ises-calls-for-feedin-tariffs-worldwide/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4682/scientists-to-use-artificial-photosynthesis-and-nanotubes-to-generate-hydrogen-fuel-from-sunlight/ US Department of Energy awards US$1.7 million to team exploring the generation of hydrogen from sunlight. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4682/scientists-to-use-artificial-photosynthesis-and-nanotubes-to-generate-hydrogen-fuel-from-sunlight/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4716/idatech-partner-in-mexico-deploys-43-fuel-cell-backup-power-systems/ MICROM Electrónica, the Latin America partner of US-based IdaTech, has released details of the largest commercial fuel cell backup power deployment using IdaTech ElectraGen™ systems in Mexico. IdaTech is a leading developer and manufacturer of clean and reliable extended-run backup power products featuring PEM fuel cell technology. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4716/idatech-partner-in-mexico-deploys-43-fuel-cell-backup-power-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4670/bw-supplies-idatech-fuel-cell-systems-to-us-army-in-germany/ German-based b+w Electronic Systems has delivered 22 IdaTech ElectraGen™ fuel cell systems to US Army facilities in Germany. b+w is an OEM partner of US-based IdaTech, a leading developer and manufacturer of extended-run backup power PEM fuel cell products for telecoms applications. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4670/bw-supplies-idatech-fuel-cell-systems-to-us-army-in-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4672/whole-foods-market-to-use-plug-power-fuel-cell-power-for-forklifts/ Whole Foods Market, the natural and organic foods supermarket chain, will be using 61 Plug Power GenDrive™ fuel cell powered forklifts in its Landover, Maryland distribution center in 2010. Whole Foods Market is partnering with Plug Power and GENCO Supply Chain Solutions to complete this installation. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4672/whole-foods-market-to-use-plug-power-fuel-cell-power-for-forklifts/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4625/german-university-wins-solar-competition/ A student team from Darmstadt, Germany, has designed, built and operated the most attractive and efficient solar powered home in an international solar competition. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4625/german-university-wins-solar-competition/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4640/eon-says-half-of-foundations-and-first-cables-ready-for-rdsand-ii-offshore-wind-farm/ E.ON Climate & Renewables has laid half of the 90 offshore wind turbine foundations and the first cables at Rödsand II between the German island of Fehmarn and the Danish island of Lolland in the Baltic Sea. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4640/eon-says-half-of-foundations-and-first-cables-ready-for-rdsand-ii-offshore-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4641/first-solar-added-to-the-sp-500-index/ First Solar, the solar photovoltaic (PV) modules manufacturer, has announced that the company’s common stock was added to the S&P 500 Index after the market closed on 15 October. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4641/first-solar-added-to-the-sp-500-index/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4643/uk-equipment-scrappage-scheme-gives-renewable-energy-industry-2m-cash-boost/ The Carbon Trust has called on UK renewable energy equipment suppliers to take advantage of a £2 million sales opportunity from its equipment scrappage scheme: The Big Business Refit. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4643/uk-equipment-scrappage-scheme-gives-renewable-energy-industry-2m-cash-boost/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4624/ge-energy-financial-services-joins-us23m-funding-round-for-solar-pv/ SolarEdge, a solar PV company based in Israel says the GE Energy Financial Services division of General Electric has joined a US$23 million funding round to support growth in residential and large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) sites. Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4624/ge-energy-financial-services-joins-us23m-funding-round-for-solar-pv/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4583/universities-show-increased-use-of-renewable-energy/ Twenty-six universities and colleges across the United States received a grading of A- for their use of renewable energy on campus. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4583/universities-show-increased-use-of-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4598/afc-energy-fuel-cell-system-passes-field-testing-milestone/ AFC Energy, the UK-based alkaline fuel cell developer, has successfully completed an important field test of its first generation, lower-cost, non-platinum electrodes at the AkzoNobel chlor-alkali plant in Bitterfeld, Germany. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4598/afc-energy-fuel-cell-system-passes-field-testing-milestone/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4620/korea-solar-pv-market-could-reach-200-mw-by-2012/ Displaybank, which provides market research and consulting for the solar and display industries, says Korea solar photovoltaic (PV) installments could reach 200 MW by 2012. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4620/korea-solar-pv-market-could-reach-200-mw-by-2012/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4621/g24i-ships-first-commercial-dyesensitised-solar-cells-application/ G24 Innovations (G24i), a global dye-sensitised solar cells (DSSC) company, has seen the first commercial shipment of dye-sensitised solar cells photovoltaic (PV) modules to Hong Kong-based consumer electronics bag manufacturer, Mascotte Industrial Associates. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4621/g24i-ships-first-commercial-dyesensitised-solar-cells-application/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4572/record-flight-for-uav-using-protonex-fuel-cell-system/ The US Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has announced that its Ion Tiger unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) recently flew for 23 h and 17 min, setting an unofficial flight endurance record for a fuel cell powered flight. The Ion Tiger UAV utilizes the latest generation of UAV power systems from Massachusetts-based Protonex Technology. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4572/record-flight-for-uav-using-protonex-fuel-cell-system/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4574/siemens-buys-solar-thermal-power-company-solel-solar-systems-ltd-for-us418m/ Siemens AG is acquiring the solar thermal power company Solel Solar Systems Ltd for around US$418 million from Ecofin Ltd, a London based investment firm which specialises in the global utilities, energy and environmental sectors. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4574/siemens-buys-solar-thermal-power-company-solel-solar-systems-ltd-for-us418m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4577/siemens-awarded-wind-turbine-orders-in-north-america-worth-over-600m/ Siemens Energy will be supplying wind turbines totalling over 565 MW and worth more than €600 million for six onshore wind farms in North America. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4577/siemens-awarded-wind-turbine-orders-in-north-america-worth-over-600m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4578/power-density-up-30-for-mti-micros-mobion-micro-fuel-cell-technology/ MTI MicroFuel Cells has passed a significant power milestone for its Mobion® direct methanol fuel cell engine. The technology has achieved a 30% power density improvement over the performance reported a year ago. This performance level is believed to be the highest power density yet for micro fuel cells for portable electronic devices. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4578/power-density-up-30-for-mti-micros-mobion-micro-fuel-cell-technology/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4545/ontario-in-top-10-for-solar-pv-in-north-america-/ Ontario has rocketed to a place among the top 10 solar jurisdictions in North America following the activation earlier this month of a 9.1 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) project in eastern Ontario, Canada. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4545/ontario-in-top-10-for-solar-pv-in-north-america-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4546/worlds-first-osmotic-power-plant-opens-in-norway-in-november/ The world's first osmotic power plant at Tofte, outside Oslo, Norway, will be opened on 24 November. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4546/worlds-first-osmotic-power-plant-opens-in-norway-in-november/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4547/doe-us87m-for-solar-energy-in-the-usa/ US Energy Secretary Steven Chu has announced up to US$87 million to support the development of new solar energy technologies and the rapid deployment of available solar energy systems in the USA. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4547/doe-us87m-for-solar-energy-in-the-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4548/amscs-superconductor-electricity-pipelines-to-be-adopted-for-usas-first-renewable-energy-market-hub/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) will supply its Superconductor Electricity Pipelines to the Tres Amigas Project, the USA’s first renewable energy market hub. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4548/amscs-superconductor-electricity-pipelines-to-be-adopted-for-usas-first-renewable-energy-market-hub/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4519/small-wind-turbine-manufacturer-homes-in-on-ontario/ WindTronics plans to assemble residential and small commercial wind turbines, and conduct research and development in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4519/small-wind-turbine-manufacturer-homes-in-on-ontario/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4521/cyprus-welcomes-its-first-wind-farm/ Cyprus’ first wind farm has begun construction in the Orites area of Kouklia (Paphos district). Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4521/cyprus-welcomes-its-first-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4522/uk-legislation-still-penalises-waste-streams-that-could-provide-energy/ UK renewable energy provider Living Fuels, a subsidiary of AIM listed REG Bio-Power, is appealing to the UK Government to draw attention to discrepancies between renewable energy strategy and current UK legislation, which the company says is holding back renewable technologies like waste to energy. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4522/uk-legislation-still-penalises-waste-streams-that-could-provide-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4523/geothermal-engineering-plans-commercial-scale-geothermal-power-plan-in-uk/ Geothermal Engineering Ltd is planning a hot rock geothermal power plant in Cornwall, UK – possibly the first commercial scale geothermal power plant in the UK. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4523/geothermal-engineering-plans-commercial-scale-geothermal-power-plan-in-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4524/res-acquires-500-mw-of-wind-power-projects-in-turkey/ RES has acquired a portfolio of 500 MW of wind power projects in Turkey. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4524/res-acquires-500-mw-of-wind-power-projects-in-turkey/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4526/ocean-power-technologies-to-develop-wave-power-station-in-japan/ Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. will develop a demonstration wave power station in Japan together with a consortium of the three Japanese companies Idemitsu Kosan Co., Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., and Japan Wind Development Co. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4526/ocean-power-technologies-to-develop-wave-power-station-in-japan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4532/webinar-optical-characterisation-of-pv-cells/ Announcing the first Renewable Energy Focus interactive webinar on Tuesday November 10, in association with PerkinElmer... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4532/webinar-optical-characterisation-of-pv-cells/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4502/chinas-first-10-mw-ground-mount-solar-system-connected-to-the-grid/ Crystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturer, Suntech Power Holdings Co., has completed and grid connected what it says is the first 10 MW utility-scale solar PV power project in China. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4502/chinas-first-10-mw-ground-mount-solar-system-connected-to-the-grid/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4503/siemens-and-airtricity-sign-350-mw-onshore-wind-farm-contract/ Siemens and Airtricity, the renewable energy development division of Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE), have signed a contract on the supply of wind turbines for a 350 MW onshore wind farm in Southern Scotland. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4503/siemens-and-airtricity-sign-350-mw-onshore-wind-farm-contract/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4504/pv-cycle-to-initiate-solar-pv-module-takeback-and-recycling-programme-in-2010/ PV CYCLE, the industry organisation for recycling solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, has decided to initiate a solar PV module take-back and recycling programme in 2010. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4504/pv-cycle-to-initiate-solar-pv-module-takeback-and-recycling-programme-in-2010/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4505/eon-opens-780-mw-wind-farm-in-the-usa/ E.ON has opened what it calls the “world’s largest wind farm” in the USA. The wind farm in Roscoe, Texas, USA, consists of 627 wind turbines with an installed capacity of approximately 780 MW. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4505/eon-opens-780-mw-wind-farm-in-the-usa/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4420/huawei-to-deploy-bangladeshs-first-solarpowered-base-transceiver-station-bts-/ Huawei, a provider of next-generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world, says it has been selected by Grameenphone (GP), a subsidiary of Telenor, to deploy Bangladesh's first solar-powered base transceiver stations. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4420/huawei-to-deploy-bangladeshs-first-solarpowered-base-transceiver-station-bts-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4422/brunei-to-construct-solar-pv-power-plant-/ Brunei, one of the world's top oil and gas producers, is venturing into alternative energy with the construction of Southeast Asia's largest solar power plant. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4422/brunei-to-construct-solar-pv-power-plant-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4476/carbon-trust-launches-uk-challenge-for-cost-reduction-breakthrough-in-polymer-fuel-cells/ The Carbon Trust is launching the ‘Polymer Fuel Cells Challenge’ in the UK, an £8 million (US$12.7 million) initiative to accelerate the commercialization of breakthrough technologies to bring about the cost-effective, mass production of fuel cell cars and buses, as well as providing electricity and heat in homes and businesses. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4476/carbon-trust-launches-uk-challenge-for-cost-reduction-breakthrough-in-polymer-fuel-cells/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4404/biogasol-receives-a-frost-sullivan-2009-technology-innovation-award/ The commendation - the 2009 Global Second Generation Biofuels Technology Innovation Award - reflects the company’s ability to advance in commercialising technologies for second generation biofuels. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4404/biogasol-receives-a-frost-sullivan-2009-technology-innovation-award/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4410/california-public-utilities-commission-cpuc-approves-brightsource-energy-contracts-with-pge/ Following the approval of the companies’ first two contracts with PG&E in August, the CPUC has now approved all 1,310 MW of contracts between BrightSource and PG&E. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4410/california-public-utilities-commission-cpuc-approves-brightsource-energy-contracts-with-pge/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4416/chapdrive-makes-it-into-global-cleantech-100/ Following recognition from Red Herring earlier this year, and inclusion in the Nordic Cleantech 50 list of companies, the developer of a patented hydraulic transmission system for wind turbines has now made it into the Global Cleantech 100, cementing its reputation as a company to watch. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4416/chapdrive-makes-it-into-global-cleantech-100/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4435/intelligent-energy-unveils-multifunctional-fuel-cell-system-for-airbus/ The UK-based fuel cell developer Intelligent Energy has provided the European aircraft manufacturer Airbus with a multi-functional fuel cell auxiliary power unit (APU), intended for onboard power and other loads in future commercial airliners. The Intelligent Energy APU system was unveiled at the recent opening of the Aerotec Fuel Cell Test Center in Hamburg, Germany. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4435/intelligent-energy-unveils-multifunctional-fuel-cell-system-for-airbus/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4451/3m-plug-power-sign-supply-agreement-for-gensys-fuel-cell-units-for-india/ The US-based companies 3M and Plug Power have entered into an exclusive commercial supply agreement, for 3M membrane-electrode assemblies (MEAs) to be used as a critical component in Plug Power’s GenSys® proton-exchange membrane (PEM) reformate stacks. The continuous-run GenSys prime power fuel cell systems are being deployed into rural India, and will replace diesel generators at remote telecoms sites. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4451/3m-plug-power-sign-supply-agreement-for-gensys-fuel-cell-units-for-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4398/septembers-top-5-stories/ What were the top 5 stories at www.renewableenergyfocus.com during September? Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4398/septembers-top-5-stories/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4399/china-and-usa-energy-and-climate-change-comparison/ China has long since been criticised by the West as being intransigent on its response to climate change issues. But a new analysis by NGO Greenpeace compares various aspects of China's policy and energy landscape with that of the USA, and it reveals some interesting findings. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4399/china-and-usa-energy-and-climate-change-comparison/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4310/dupont-and-applied-materials-collaborate-to-boost-pv-cell-efficiency/ DuPont and Applied Materials, Inc. are to collaborate to advance multiple printing technology for crystalline silicon (c-Si) photovoltaic (PV) solar cells. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4310/dupont-and-applied-materials-collaborate-to-boost-pv-cell-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4334/enbridge-to-acquire-ontario-solar-project-from-first-solar/ Enbridge Inc. is to acquire a 20 MW solar PV project that First Solar has developed and is constructing near Sarnia, Ontario, Canada. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4334/enbridge-to-acquire-ontario-solar-project-from-first-solar/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4382/us-tax-credit-application-deadline-approaching/ Final applications for the US renewable advanced manufacturing tax credit program - jointly run by the Treasury Department and the Department of Energy - are due to the DOE and IRS on 16 October 2009. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4382/us-tax-credit-application-deadline-approaching/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4386/canada-takes-delivery-of-first-hydrogen-fuel-cell-bus-for-olympic-fleet/ The first bus of what will become the world’s largest fleet of hydrogen fuel cell buses has been delivered in Vancouver, British Columbia. The 20 hydrogen fuel cell buses will be in operation as part of the BC Transit bus fleet in Whistler during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and beyond. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4386/canada-takes-delivery-of-first-hydrogen-fuel-cell-bus-for-olympic-fleet/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4389/heliocentris-wins-order-for-autonomous-fuel-cell-power-supply-solution/ German-based Heliocentris Fuel Cells, a leading system integrator for PEM fuel cells, has won a major order for the delivery of an autonomous power supply solution to the University of Applied Sciences Wildau, near Berlin. The fuel cell power supply will be used to supply energy to selected applications in a building, and will serve as a link between training and applied research. The project has a total value of nearly €500 000. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4389/heliocentris-wins-order-for-autonomous-fuel-cell-power-supply-solution/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4318/cisco-continues-global-smart-grid-development-momentum/ Cisco has put into place further steps to enable the development of an end-to-end, highly secure Smart Grid communications infrastructure to help utility companies and their customers better manage and reduce energy consumption, improve smart grid security and reliability, and reduce overall energy costs. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4318/cisco-continues-global-smart-grid-development-momentum/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4331/india-to-adopt-feedin-tariffs/ India is one of the latest countries to make the strategic move to a comprehensive system of feed-in tariffs to develop its renewable energy potential. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4331/india-to-adopt-feedin-tariffs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4332/biogas-being-used-to-boost-and-broaden-farm-businesses/ Farmers are increasingly turning to biogas as a means of widening their prospective business interests, according to EnviTec Biogas Ltd in Germany. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4332/biogas-being-used-to-boost-and-broaden-farm-businesses/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4362/fuelcell-energy-winds-us-dod-award-to-develop-electrochemical-hydrogen-separator/ The US Department of Defense’s Engineer Research & Development Center – Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (ERDC-CERL) has awarded Connecticut-based FuelCell Energy approximately $1.5 million to continue development of the company’s electrochemical hydrogen separator (EHS). The EHS system separates pure hydrogen from gas internally generated in a fuel cell, that can be used for industrial and transportation applications. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4362/fuelcell-energy-winds-us-dod-award-to-develop-electrochemical-hydrogen-separator/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4363/sfc-smart-fuel-cell-launches-emily-2200-fuel-cell/ German-based SFC Smart Fuel Cell has unveiled its Emily 2200 fuel cell. The Emily 2200 direct methanol fuel cell is a long-lasting, reliable power supply for on- and off-vehicle defense applications. Integrated into tactical vehicles or in the field, the fuel cell operates as a ruggedized fuel cell power generator. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4363/sfc-smart-fuel-cell-launches-emily-2200-fuel-cell/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4323/eupvsec-danfoss-unveils-system-to-integrate-functions-in-solar-inverters/ The new TripleLynx Pro system for solar inverters provides a package for integrating communication and data logging functions in the inverter and has an Integrated Web Server, Master Inverter and Ethernet functionality. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4323/eupvsec-danfoss-unveils-system-to-integrate-functions-in-solar-inverters/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4328/ceramic-fuel-cells-opens-fuel-cell-manufacturing-plant-in-germany/ Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd has officially opened its high-volume manufacturing plant, one of the first in the world for the volume production of solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stacks. The manufacturing plant is located in Heinsberg, not far from Düsseldorf in the Nordrhein-Westfalen region of Germany. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4328/ceramic-fuel-cells-opens-fuel-cell-manufacturing-plant-in-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4329/hawaii-feedin-tariff-decision-to-open-clean-energy-market/ A decision issued recently by the Hawaiian Public Utilities Commission could generate new clean energy investment statewide. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4329/hawaii-feedin-tariff-decision-to-open-clean-energy-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4301/solarig-and-hsbc-environmental-infrastructure-fund-heif-sign-agreement-for-mediterranean-pv-projects-/ The two organisations have sealed a deal for the joint development and construction of more than 50 MW of photovoltaic projects in Spain and Italy. A total investment of more than € 200 million is expected. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4301/solarig-and-hsbc-environmental-infrastructure-fund-heif-sign-agreement-for-mediterranean-pv-projects-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4316/australian-utility-to-install-bluegen-generator-from-ceramic-fuel-cells/ Australian-based Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd reports that a leading Australian energy utility has agreed to install a BlueGen solid oxide fuel cell generator in a showcase sustainability home. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4316/australian-utility-to-install-bluegen-generator-from-ceramic-fuel-cells/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4326/solar-photovoltaic-pv-module-production-almost-doubled-in-2008-says-new-report/ The European Commission's Joint Research Centre has published its eighth Annual Photovoltaics Status Report with some interesting findings... Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4326/solar-photovoltaic-pv-module-production-almost-doubled-in-2008-says-new-report/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4275/uk-wave-and-tidal-energy-prototypes-get-22m/ Wave and tidal developers can now bid for £22 million in government funding to accelerate the commercial development of marine energy in the UK, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has announced. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4275/uk-wave-and-tidal-energy-prototypes-get-22m/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4276/amsc-and-sinovel-sign-us100m-electrical-components-contract-for-3-mw-wind-turbines/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) and Beijing-based Sinovel Wind Corporation have signed a follow-on contract worth more than US$100 million for core electrical wind turbine components. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4276/amsc-and-sinovel-sign-us100m-electrical-components-contract-for-3-mw-wind-turbines/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4279/ausra-provides-solar-steam-boiler-for-100-mw-csp-in-jordan/ Ausra will provide the solar steam boiler supplier for the proposed 100 MW JOAN1 concentrated solar thermal power (CSP) project currently under development in Ma’an, Jordan. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4279/ausra-provides-solar-steam-boiler-for-100-mw-csp-in-jordan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4280/wasatch-wind-sells-4400-mw-offshore-wind-project-to-canadian-hydro-developers/ Wasatch Wind, a wind developer based in the Western USA, is selling the rights to a 4400 MW offshore wind project in Lake Erie, 5-30 km off the Ontario coastline, to Canadian Hydro Developers. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4280/wasatch-wind-sells-4400-mw-offshore-wind-project-to-canadian-hydro-developers/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4284/north-wales-firm-jones-bros-debutes-at-bwea31/ North Wales civil engineering company, Jones Bros, will take industry colleagues on the virtual flight of their lives – high above their brand new wind-farm site, at this year's BWEA31. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4284/north-wales-firm-jones-bros-debutes-at-bwea31/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4293/britains-largest-biomass-plant-in-wales/ A biomass power station that will use wood chip to produce enough electricity to power half a million homes in Wales, has been given the go ahead by the UK Environment Agency. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4293/britains-largest-biomass-plant-in-wales/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4302/air-products-designs-selfservice-hydrogen-fueling-station/ Air Products will install and operate the first 24-hour self-service hydrogen fueling station in Hürth, Germany. The station, based at the Infraserv-Knapsack Chemical Park, will be in regular operation by March 2010, when it will initially supply hydrogen to two buses run by the local council. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4302/air-products-designs-selfservice-hydrogen-fueling-station/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4311/new-ceramic-material-may-expand-uses-for-solid-oxide-fuel-cells/ A new ceramic material developed at Georgia Tech in the US could help expand the applications for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), by offering improved sulfur tolerance and resistance to carbon build-up. The BZCYYb (barium-zirconium-cerium-yttrium-ytterbium oxide) material could be used in a variety of ways: as a coating on the traditional Ni-YSZ anode, as a replacement for the YSZ in the anode, and even as a replacement for the entire YSZ electrolyte system in SOFCs. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4311/new-ceramic-material-may-expand-uses-for-solid-oxide-fuel-cells/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4322/cocacola-to-install-hydrogen-fueled-forklifts-with-plug-power-fuel-cell-systems/ The second largest Coca-Cola bottler in the US will install 40 hydrogen-powered forklifts at its Charlotte, North Carolina production center. Plug Power will provide its Class 1 sit-down counterbalanced GenDrive™ fuel cell solution to Coca-Cola Bottling Co Consolidated early in 2010. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4322/cocacola-to-install-hydrogen-fueled-forklifts-with-plug-power-fuel-cell-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4241/centrosolar-partners-dcm-solarfonds-3-to-build-multiple-largescale-solar-energy-systems-/ Following the successful closing of the first solar fund launched by DCM in 2007, Centrosolar Group AG has once again become project partner for the DCM Solarfonds 3. The special feature of this solar fund is that investors are investing not in a single solar park, but in a number of solar facilities at various locations. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4241/centrosolar-partners-dcm-solarfonds-3-to-build-multiple-largescale-solar-energy-systems-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4242/eu-pvsec-fraunhofer-ise-develops-new-solar-pv-technologies-with-greater-efficiency/ Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have developed new methods and cell concepts for the manufacture of n-type silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) cells. As a result, higher efficiencies and power production levels are also possible for commercial solar cells. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4242/eu-pvsec-fraunhofer-ise-develops-new-solar-pv-technologies-with-greater-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4255/fall-in-2009-wind-energy-orders-will-affect-2010-revenues-frost-sullivan/ The fall in orders for wind energy in 2009 will affect revenues in 2010, analyst Frost & Sullivan predicts. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4255/fall-in-2009-wind-energy-orders-will-affect-2010-revenues-frost-sullivan/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4257/doe-smart-grid-vision-and-us144m-for-transition-to-smart-grid/ In his keynote speech to the GridWeek 2009 Conference on 21 September, US Energy Secretary Steven Chu detailed his vision for implementing the smart grid and modernising the USA’s electrical system. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4257/doe-smart-grid-vision-and-us144m-for-transition-to-smart-grid/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4260/nasdaq-omx-clean-edge-smart-grid-infrastructure-index-launched/ The NASDAQ OMX Group and Clean Edge have introduced the NASDAQ OMX Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure IndexSM (NASDAQ:QGRD), a new benchmark for the smart grid and electric infrastructure sector. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4260/nasdaq-omx-clean-edge-smart-grid-infrastructure-index-launched/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4261/first-wind-turbine-for-alpha-ventus-offshore-wind-farm-installed/ REpower Systems has erected the first of a total of 6 REpower 5M, 5 MW wind turbines for the alpha ventus offshore wind farm test field. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4261/first-wind-turbine-for-alpha-ventus-offshore-wind-farm-installed/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4232/natural-power-and-ris-dtu-get-lidar-measurements-from-wind-turbine-with-zephir/ Renewable energy consultancy, Natural Power, and the Danish national laboratory for sustainable energy, Risø DTU, have installed ZephIR in the rotating spinner of a Vestas NM80 wind turbine located at Tjæreborg Enge in western Denmark. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4232/natural-power-and-ris-dtu-get-lidar-measurements-from-wind-turbine-with-zephir/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4234/eti-announces-5m-to-reduce-cost-of-offshore-wind-energy/ A £5 million project to develop and demonstrate a monitoring system that could reduce the cost of generating electricity from offshore wind farms in the UK, has been launched by the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI). Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4234/eti-announces-5m-to-reduce-cost-of-offshore-wind-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4235/applied-materials-signs-fiveyear-service-contract-from-enn-solar-energy/ Applied Materials has signed a five-year contract with ENN Solar Energy Co. to support ENN’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing facility in Langfang, China, which features an Applied SunFab™ Thin Film Line. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4235/applied-materials-signs-fiveyear-service-contract-from-enn-solar-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4236/ge-helps-bring-smart-grid-technologies-to-korea/ GE has signed an agreement to help build an advanced smart grid infrastructure in Korea, together with Korea’s NURI Telecom. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4236/ge-helps-bring-smart-grid-technologies-to-korea/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4237/eu-pvsec-becquerel-prize-awarded-to-dr-andreas-bett-for-solar-pv-concentrator-technology/ The European commission awarded the Becquerel Prize to Dr Andreas Bett, Head of Materials – Solar Cells and Technology department and one of the deputy institute directors at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy ISE, for his work on solar photovoltaic (PV) concentrator technology at EU PVSEC in Hamburg last week. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4237/eu-pvsec-becquerel-prize-awarded-to-dr-andreas-bett-for-solar-pv-concentrator-technology/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4267/open-standard-from-cambridge-consultants-to-accelerate-rollout-of-smart-meters/ Cambridge Consultants has launched the Universal Metering Interface (UMI™), a new standard for metering systems. This low-power, low-cost, open communications standard is expected to speed up the rollout of smart meters, and help Europe meet its 2020 climate change targets. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4267/open-standard-from-cambridge-consultants-to-accelerate-rollout-of-smart-meters/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4211/proton-power-in-deal-with-l3-communications-for-fuel-cells-in-defense-applications/ Proton Power Systems in the UK has signed a partnership and exclusivity agreement with US-based defense systems company L-3 Communications Combat Propulsion Systems (L-3 CPS). Under the agreement, L-3 CPS will market and sell Proton Power’s fuel cell power systems for use in propulsion systems, marine, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) applications to the North American military and civilian applications markets. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4211/proton-power-in-deal-with-l3-communications-for-fuel-cells-in-defense-applications/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4238/nrelled-team-aims-to-resolve-phev-fuel-economy-conundrum/ The US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Lab has joined forces with researchers from Idaho National Lab (INL) and Argonne National Lab, to take the lead in developing and testing a new method for predicting the real-world fuel and electricity consumption of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). After examining data on the only PHEV currently available in non-trivial numbers, the method shows promise for reasonably predicting the PHEV’s average fuel and electricity use. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4238/nrelled-team-aims-to-resolve-phev-fuel-economy-conundrum/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4134/us-departments-treasury-energy-surpass-us1bn-milestone-in-recovery-act-awards-for-renewable-energy-projects/ At a White House meeting to discuss the American Recovery Act, US Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Energy Secretary Steven Chu hosted a group of renewable energy developers and manufacturers, announcing US$550 million in new awards to these companies bringing the total amount to more than US$1bn awarded to date to companies investing in domestic renewable energy. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4134/us-departments-treasury-energy-surpass-us1bn-milestone-in-recovery-act-awards-for-renewable-energy-projects/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4138/amsc-india-and-korea-divisions-formed-to-capitalise-on-wind-energy-and-power-grid-markets/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC) has formed two new divisions: AMSC Korea and AMSC India to serve the rapidly growing wind energy and power grid markets in these Asian countries. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4138/amsc-india-and-korea-divisions-formed-to-capitalise-on-wind-energy-and-power-grid-markets/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4140/eu-pvsec-suntech-reaches-1653-solar-pv-multicrystalline-module-conversion-efficiency/ Suntech Power Holdings Co, a manufacturer of crystalline silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, has reached a 16.53% multi-crystalline silicon PV module conversion efficiency. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4140/eu-pvsec-suntech-reaches-1653-solar-pv-multicrystalline-module-conversion-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4172/frost-sullivan-sees-lucrative-investment-opportunities-for-wind-industry-in-china/ With the rapid decline of available credit and investor confidence, 2009 has not been the best year for the global wind power industry. However, the sector is presumed to pick up due to concerns for energy security and global warming and the growing demand for electricity in developing countries, according to Frost & Sullivan. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4172/frost-sullivan-sees-lucrative-investment-opportunities-for-wind-industry-in-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4175/eu-pvsec-oerlikon-solar-wins-solar-industry-award/ Oerlikon Solar, a supplier of thin-film silicon photovoltaic (PV) process and production equipment and end-to-end manufacturing lines, has been named winner of the 2009 Solar Industry Award, presented at the EU PVSEC 2009 Conference in Hamburg. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4175/eu-pvsec-oerlikon-solar-wins-solar-industry-award/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4178/ups-systems-complete-yorkshire-fuel-cell-installation/ UK-based UPS Systems has completed the fuel cell installation for the Environmental Energy Technology Centre (EETC) in Rotherham, Yorkshire as this carbon-free building moves another step closer towards opening in early 2010. The facility is intended to showcase and encourage the development and commercialization of environmental energy technologies. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4178/ups-systems-complete-yorkshire-fuel-cell-installation/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4180/what-role-will-the-uk-play-in-the-future-nanoenabled-energy-storage-market-call-for-contributions/ The Nanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network (NanoKTN) is inviting contributions to a Position Paper on energy storage prototyping. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4180/what-role-will-the-uk-play-in-the-future-nanoenabled-energy-storage-market-call-for-contributions/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4120/ge-smart-grid-technologies-addresses-power-failure-issues-in-india-/ North Delhi Power Limited (NDPL) is building a smart grid in India with GE Energy’s PowerOn Outage Management System. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4120/ge-smart-grid-technologies-addresses-power-failure-issues-in-india-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4123/eddie-oconnor-wins-leadership-award-at-ernst-young-global-renewable-energy-awards-for-offshore-energy-commitment/ Dr Eddie O’Connor won the individual Leadership award for major contributions to the renewable sector and offshore energy at the annual Ernst & Young Global Renewable Energy Awards in London. These contributions are notably his founding of Mainstream Renewable Power, its subsequent success and his advocation of the European Offshore Supergrid concept. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4123/eddie-oconnor-wins-leadership-award-at-ernst-young-global-renewable-energy-awards-for-offshore-energy-commitment/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4126/ge-energy-expands-in-offshore-wind-sector-with-acquisition-of-scanwind-technology/ GE has acquired ScanWind, a developer of both advanced drive train and control wind turbine technologies aimed at offshore deployment. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4126/ge-energy-expands-in-offshore-wind-sector-with-acquisition-of-scanwind-technology/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4136/siemens-introduces-new-and-improved-36-mw-wind-turbine-featuring-a-120-m-rotor-diameter-and-10-greater-efficiency/ Siemens has released a 3.6 MW wind turbine featuring a 120 m rotor diameter. The SWT-3.6-120 wind turbine is based on the SWT-3.6-107 offshore wind turbine. Siemens says it will generate roughly 10% more electricity at a typical offshore site compared to the SWT-3.6-107. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4136/siemens-introduces-new-and-improved-36-mw-wind-turbine-featuring-a-120-m-rotor-diameter-and-10-greater-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4105/eu-pvsec-suntech-launches-60-cell-solar-pv-module-for-rooftop-systems/ Suntech Power Holdings Co, a manufacturer of crystalline silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, is introducing a 60 cell multi-crystalline solar PV module called Wd. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4105/eu-pvsec-suntech-launches-60-cell-solar-pv-module-for-rooftop-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4106/eu-pvsec-bosch-solar-energy-presents-three-module-prototypes/ Bosch Solar Energy AG, formerly ersol Solar Energy AG, is presenting three prototypes of new crystalline and thin-film solar photovoltaic (PV) modules at the European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) in Hamburg, Germany. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4106/eu-pvsec-bosch-solar-energy-presents-three-module-prototypes/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4108/eu-pvsec-tianwei-solarfilms-sign-thinfilm-silicon-pv-deal-with-thailand-green-energy/ Oerlikon Solar's Chinese customer Tianwei SolarFilms has signed a deal providing 70 MW thin-film silicon solar photovoltaic (PV) solar panels to Thailand Green Energy Co. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4108/eu-pvsec-tianwei-solarfilms-sign-thinfilm-silicon-pv-deal-with-thailand-green-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4110/eu-pvsec-schott-solar-extends-guarantee-on-solar-power-modules/ SCHOTT Solar AG is extending the guarantee conditions for its solar power modules offering a 25-year performance guarantee on glass-foil solar modules and a 30-year guarantee on double glass solar modules. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4110/eu-pvsec-schott-solar-extends-guarantee-on-solar-power-modules/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4111/eu-pvsec-qcells-records-159-solar-pv-module-efficiency/ Q-Cells SE has designed a solar photovoltaic (PV) module with an efficiency of 15.9% using the next generation of polycrystalline cells. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4111/eu-pvsec-qcells-records-159-solar-pv-module-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4189/product-acceptance-delay-for-idatech-units-in-indian-contract/ US-based IdaTech has reported a delay in the product acceptance testing of the natural gas fueled backup power system it is developing for the ACME Group in India. These units – featuring PEM fuel cell stacks supplied by Canadian-based Ballard – are intended for backup power for telecoms base stations. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4189/product-acceptance-delay-for-idatech-units-in-indian-contract/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4212/ceres-power-signs-fuel-cell-chp-assembly-deal-with-daalderop/ UK-based solid oxide fuel cell developer Ceres Power has entered into a long-term supply agreement with Daalderop BV in the Netherlands, for the volume boiler assembly of Ceres’ residential combined heat and power (CHP) program with British Gas. Ceres Power will mass manufacture fuel cells in-house – at its new facility in Horsham, UK – and assemble fuel cell stacks and fuel cell modules in volume. The boiler assembly will be volume-manufactured by Daalderop, in accordance with Ceres Power’s complete fuel cell CHP product design. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4212/ceres-power-signs-fuel-cell-chp-assembly-deal-with-daalderop/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4088/protonex-wins-us-army-contract-to-further-develop-sofc-power-systems/ US-based Protonex Technology has received a $2.0 million contract award from the US Army to build, test and deliver solid oxide fuel cell power systems. This program will focus on advancing the robustness of the Protonex SOFC systems operating on high-performance liquid fuels. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4088/protonex-wins-us-army-contract-to-further-develop-sofc-power-systems/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4049/renewable-energy-focus-at-eu-pvsec/ The Renewable Energy Focus team is at the European Photovoltaic Exhibition and Conference (EU PVSEC) in Hamburg this week. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4049/renewable-energy-focus-at-eu-pvsec/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4058/eu-pvsec-solar-could-grow-2530-per-year/ Solar could see an annual growth of 25-30% per year, according to Winfried Hoffmann, President of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA), at the opening of the European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) in Germany. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4058/eu-pvsec-solar-could-grow-2530-per-year/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4094/canadas-hydrogen-village-hooks-up-with-birmingham-engineers/ A collaborative agreement has been signed between the Hydrogen Village in Ontario, Canada and the University of Birmingham Fuel Cell Group in the UK. The collaboration will see the exchange of researchers and academics, and will facilitate commercial relationships with the Province of Ontario and West Midlands companies. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4094/canadas-hydrogen-village-hooks-up-with-birmingham-engineers/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4035/gamesa-supplies-26-wind-turbines-to-spanish-windfarms/ Gamesa is supplying 26 of its G87, 2 MW wind turbines to ENEL Unión Fenosa Renovables (EUFER) for two windfarms in Spain. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4035/gamesa-supplies-26-wind-turbines-to-spanish-windfarms/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4036/first-solar-to-build-2-gw-solar-power-plant-in-chinese-desert/ First Solar has announced a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Chinese government to build a 2 GW solar power plant in Ordos City, Inner Mongolia, China. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4036/first-solar-to-build-2-gw-solar-power-plant-in-chinese-desert/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4017/bp-divests-indian-wind-power-assets/ BP is selling off its wind power interests in India for 4.622 billion Rupees (~US$95 million), but says it will continue to focus on wind in the USA. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4017/bp-divests-indian-wind-power-assets/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4018/the-worlds-biggest-wind-turbine-blades-could-be-made-in-the-uk/ UK Energy and Climate Secretary Ed Miliband, has said the world’s biggest wind turbine blades will be made in the UK as he announced grants for three offshore wind energy companies. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4018/the-worlds-biggest-wind-turbine-blades-could-be-made-in-the-uk/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3972/pnnl-awarded-us68m-for-marine-power-studies/ The Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) will receive more than US$6.8 million over three years to advance the production of renewable power from marine and hydrokinetic projects. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3972/pnnl-awarded-us68m-for-marine-power-studies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3973/vestas-launches-v112-3-mw-offshore-wind-turbine/ Vestas’ V112, 3 MW offshore wind turbine model is said to be optimised for the conditions at sea and “can generate more power than any other turbine in the 3 MW class.” Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3973/vestas-launches-v112-3-mw-offshore-wind-turbine/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3958/watertowers-sculpture-to-debut-at-grove-fuel-cell-symposium/ Bruce Munro’s new installation, simply called Water-Towers, is being given a ‘first outing’ in prototype form at Europe’s largest fuel cell event. The Eleventh Grove Fuel Cell Symposium takes place 22–24 September at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in central London. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3958/watertowers-sculpture-to-debut-at-grove-fuel-cell-symposium/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3944/altarock-demonstration-project-on-hold-due-to-geologic-anomalies/ AltaRock Energy has ceased drilling at its demonstration project due to “a number of physical difficulties.” Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3944/altarock-demonstration-project-on-hold-due-to-geologic-anomalies/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3939/sma-announces-deal-to-buy-dutch-firms-microinverter-technology-/ SMA has announced the acquisition of micro-inverter technology from Dutch firm OKE. Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3939/sma-announces-deal-to-buy-dutch-firms-microinverter-technology-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3941/call-for-entries-ashden-awards-for-sustainable-energy-/ The organisers of the Ashden Awards for Sustainable Energy is seeking entries from "inspirational and innovative" local sustainable energy programmes from Asia, Africa and Latin America. Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3941/call-for-entries-ashden-awards-for-sustainable-energy-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3928/intersolar-expands-into-india/ Intersolar is expanding into India. It will be organised in association with SOLARCON® India, in Hyderabad, 9-11 November 2009. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3928/intersolar-expands-into-india/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3935/mitsubishi-and-peugeot-citron-join-forces-to-develop-european-electric-car/ Mitsubishi and Peugeot Citroën have signed an agreement in Paris to jointly develop an electric car for the European market. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3935/mitsubishi-and-peugeot-citron-join-forces-to-develop-european-electric-car/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3884/preview-ernst-young-global-renewable-energy-awards-2009-/ Organisers of the prominent global renewable energy awards report that nominations are reflecting the structural changes to clean energy markets… Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3884/preview-ernst-young-global-renewable-energy-awards-2009-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3885/masdar-institute-aims-to-lead-the-way-in-alternative-energy-research/ Masdar Institute of Science and technology has welcomed its first intake of 92 graduate students, representing 22 different nations. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3885/masdar-institute-aims-to-lead-the-way-in-alternative-energy-research/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3857/webinar-solar-pv-cell-analysis-date-tba/ Renewable Energy Focus, in association with PerkinElmer, is organising a free, 1 hour webinar (exact date tba), examining how analysis/testing solutions and equipment can ensure quality and detect areas of improvement needed for solar cell development. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3857/webinar-solar-pv-cell-analysis-date-tba/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3867/connector-for-wave-and-tidal-to-be-exhibited-at-bwea31/ Scotland’s Hydro Group, a solutions provider of optical and electrical products in the subsea technology industry, is exhibiting it Hydro Bond Renewable Connector (HRC) for connecting wave or tidal power to seabed cables at the BWEA31 conference and exhibition in Liverpool in October. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3867/connector-for-wave-and-tidal-to-be-exhibited-at-bwea31/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3871/biofuels-could-receive-up-to-us21m-from-doe/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) is making up to US$21 million available for the selection of five projects that will develop supply systems to handle and deliver high tonnage biomass feedstocks for cellulosic biofuels production. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3871/biofuels-could-receive-up-to-us21m-from-doe/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4067/automakers-pull-together-to-support-fuel-cell-vehicles/ The world's leading fuel cell vehicle manufacturers – Daimler, Ford, General Motors/Opel, Honda, Hyundai-Kia, the Renault-Nissan alliance and Toyota – have issued an unprecendented joint statement, with a Letter of Understanding (LoU) that commits them to the market introduction of fuel cell vehicles from 2015. This is just the blink of an eye in automotive development terms, and thus the signing marks a major step towards the serial production of such zero-emission vehicles. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/4067/automakers-pull-together-to-support-fuel-cell-vehicles/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3821/eon-climate-renewables-completes-457-mw-wind-farm/ E.ON Climate and Renewables (EC&R) North America has confirmed the completion of its Panther Creek wind farm, one of the 10 largest in the USA. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3821/eon-climate-renewables-completes-457-mw-wind-farm/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3822/spectrolab-concentrator-pv-cell-reaches-world-record-efficiency-of-416/ Spectrolab Inc. has achieved a 41.6 % efficiency record for a terrestrial concentrator solar cell. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3822/spectrolab-concentrator-pv-cell-reaches-world-record-efficiency-of-416/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3844/dnv-issues-class-notation-for-offshore-wind-turbine-installation-units/ Risk management company Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is launching class notation for offshore wind turbine installation units based on DNV’s Offshore Service Specification DNV OSS-101 for drilling and production vessels used in the oil and gas industry. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3844/dnv-issues-class-notation-for-offshore-wind-turbine-installation-units/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3846/sdra-and-statkraft-collaborate-on-renewable-energy/ Swedish forestry and timber product company Södra and Norwegian energy company Statkraft have signed a SEK 10 billion (~€1bn) agreement of intent on renewable energy. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3846/sdra-and-statkraft-collaborate-on-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3848/petratherm-considers-geothermal-well-on-tenerife/ Geothermal energy company Petratherm will start work on pinpointing a deep well for geothermal energy on Tenerife in the Canary Islands. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3848/petratherm-considers-geothermal-well-on-tenerife/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3815/oerlikon-solar-and-tianwei-open-46-mw-solar-thinfilm-production-in-china/ Oerlikon Solar and Tianwei have completed one of mainland China’s largest thin-film solar panel factories, which in the first phase could produce 500,000 thin-film solar modules totalling 46 MW per year. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3815/oerlikon-solar-and-tianwei-open-46-mw-solar-thinfilm-production-in-china/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3816/watermelons-biofuel/ Researchers in the USA have found that the high sugar content of watermelons can be distilled into ethanol biofuel. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3816/watermelons-biofuel/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3817/china-launches-differentiated-wind-energy-tariffs/ China has instituted a new system of differentiated wind energy tariffs based on four wind energy zones. The move is the first in Asia since South Korea implemented a feed-in tariff programme in 2005. China now joins a growing list of developing countries with feed-in tariffs, including South Africa and Mongolia. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3817/china-launches-differentiated-wind-energy-tariffs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3818/researchers-set-new-43-record-for-solar-pv-efficiency/ Researchers at UNSW claim to have set a new solar PV cell efficiency record of 43%. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3818/researchers-set-new-43-record-for-solar-pv-efficiency/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3772/lectra-and-abinventech-cooperate-on-wind-energy-market/ Lectra and AB-Inventech have signed a cooperation agreement to promote automated production solutions for the wind energy and aerospace markets. Sat, 05 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3772/lectra-and-abinventech-cooperate-on-wind-energy-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3763/could-a-3m-wind-turbine-project-in-oxford-lead-the-way/ Oxford City Council – and former Renewable Energy Focus editor Paul Spencer - have revealed plans for a £3m wind turbine development on council land in the UK city, purportedly the first on council land anywhere in the UK. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3763/could-a-3m-wind-turbine-project-in-oxford-lead-the-way/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3766/agys-s1-glass-rovings-approved-for-turbine-blades/ Germanischer Lloyd (GL) has approved AGY's S-1 Glass™ glass rovings for use in wind turbine blade applications. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3766/agys-s1-glass-rovings-approved-for-turbine-blades/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3778/zayed-future-energy-prize-open-for-renewable-energy-nominations/ The US$2.2 million Zayed Future Energy Prize awarded every year for innovation, long-term vision and leadership in renewable energy and technologies is open for nominations until 16 October 2009. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3778/zayed-future-energy-prize-open-for-renewable-energy-nominations/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3780/vestas-receives-order-for-77-mw-of-wind-turbines-for-spain/ Vestas has received an order for a total of 24m V90 2.0 MW wind turbines and 16 units of the V90 1.8 MW wind turbine for three projects in Spain. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3780/vestas-receives-order-for-77-mw-of-wind-turbines-for-spain/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3707/augusts-top-5-stories/ What were the top 5 stories at www.renewableenergyfocus.com during August? Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3707/augusts-top-5-stories/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3743/solarworld-supplies-solar-pv-modules-to-air-force-base-in-colorado/ SolarWorld is supplying 5000 of its 220/230 W solar photovoltaic (PV) modules for a 1.2 MW solar power plant at an Air Force base in Aurora, Colorado, USA. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3743/solarworld-supplies-solar-pv-modules-to-air-force-base-in-colorado/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3745/honda-to-be-awarded-2009-grove-medal-for-fcx-clarity-fuel-cell-car/ At the forthcoming Eleventh Grove Fuel Cell Symposium, the prestigious Grove Medal will be awarded to the Honda Motor Company, in recognition of its achievements in producing the FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel cell car. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3745/honda-to-be-awarded-2009-grove-medal-for-fcx-clarity-fuel-cell-car/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3749/prominent-author-given-key-uk-climate-change-role/ David MacKay, Professor in the Department of Physics at Cambridge University and author of the influential book ‘Sustainable Energy - without the hot air' has been appointed Chief Scientific Advisor to the UK's Department of Energy and Climate Change. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3749/prominent-author-given-key-uk-climate-change-role/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3697/uk-government-proposes-faster-grid-access-for-renewable-energy/ UK Secretary of Energy and Climate Change, Ed Miliband, has proposed to address the way power plants are connected to the UK’s power grid in the hope of getting new generation, including renewable energy, connected faster. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3697/uk-government-proposes-faster-grid-access-for-renewable-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3698/the-us-treasury-announces-us500m-for-clean-and-renewable-energy-projects/ US Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Energy Secretary Steven Chu have announced US$502 million in the first round of awards from an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act programme providing cash assistance to clean and renewable energy production companies in place of earned tax credits. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3698/the-us-treasury-announces-us500m-for-clean-and-renewable-energy-projects/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3699/ersol-solar-energy-becomes-bosch-solar-energy/ Solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturer ersol Solar Energy is changing its name and branding to Bosch Solar Energy following Bosch’s acquisition of ersol Solar Energy last year. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3699/ersol-solar-energy-becomes-bosch-solar-energy/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3684/hydro-group-offers-timesaving-alternative-for-subsea-connections/ Hydro Group plc will be presenting its new product for speeding up subsea connections within marine environments - the Hydro bond Renewable Connector (HRC) - at the BWEA31 renewable energy conference in Liverpool, taking place on 20-22 October. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3684/hydro-group-offers-timesaving-alternative-for-subsea-connections/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3685/worlds-second-largest-thinfilm-solar-pv-farm-built-in-germany/ What is said to be the world’s second largest thin-film solar photovoltaic (PV) farm, Lieberose, is under construction near Cottbus in Brandenburg, Germany. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3685/worlds-second-largest-thinfilm-solar-pv-farm-built-in-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3666/terra-firma-confirms-us350-million-acquisition-of-everpower/ Private equity firm Terra Firma has announced its planned acquisition of US wind energy developer Everpower Wind Holdings. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3666/terra-firma-confirms-us350-million-acquisition-of-everpower/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3627/analyst-ranks-top-10-2008-suppliers-of-solar-pv-manufacturing-equipment/ VLSI Research Inc has ranked the top 10 suppliers of solar photovotalic (PV) manufacturing equipment worldwide for 2008. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3627/analyst-ranks-top-10-2008-suppliers-of-solar-pv-manufacturing-equipment/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3630/langlee-wave-power-provides-24-mw-wave-power-system-to-turkey/ Norwegian wave power system provider Langlee Wave Power has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Turkish energy company Ünmaksan to build a 24 MW wave power facility worth approximately NOK1 billion following pilot facility testing. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3630/langlee-wave-power-provides-24-mw-wave-power-system-to-turkey/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3631/nevada-geothermal-power-completes-blue-mountain-geothermal-power-plant/ Nevada Geothermal Power has completed construction of the 49.5 MW Blue Mountain 'Faulkner 1' geothermal power plant in Nevada, USA. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3631/nevada-geothermal-power-completes-blue-mountain-geothermal-power-plant/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3585/doe-to-invest-nearly-us300m-in-clean-vehicles-initiatives/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) is investing nearly US$300 million in its Clean Cities Grant from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to support clean fuels, vehicles and infrastructure development. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3585/doe-to-invest-nearly-us300m-in-clean-vehicles-initiatives/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3586/first-solar-to-build-55-mw-thinfilm-solar-project-for-ladwp/ First Solar has entered a contract with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) to build a 55 MW thin-film solar power project in Imperial County, California, USA. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3586/first-solar-to-build-55-mw-thinfilm-solar-project-for-ladwp/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3590/flexible-cdte-thinfilm-solar-cells-reach-efficiency-of-124/ An efficiency of 12.4% has been reached with flexible cadmium telluride (CdTe) thin-film solar cells by EMPA, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research in Dubendorf, Switzerland. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3590/flexible-cdte-thinfilm-solar-cells-reach-efficiency-of-124/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3609/2010-crc-scheme-high-on-agenda-at-the-uks-energy-event-2009/ What effect will the UK’s carbon reduction commitment (CRC) have on UK plc, and can the UK’s 2020 emissions targets be met in light of the economy’s uncertain pace of recovery? These questions are set to be addressed at the UK’s “Energy Event 2009”, taking place on 9-10 September 2009 at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3609/2010-crc-scheme-high-on-agenda-at-the-uks-energy-event-2009/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3564/cyprus-windfarm-closes-financing-deals/ A Cyprus windfarm has reached a €170 million financial close and construction is already underway. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3564/cyprus-windfarm-closes-financing-deals/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3571/europe-falls-behind-north-america-on-clean-energy-investment/ Europe has fallen drastically behind North America on investment levels into the clean energy sector since 2003, the UK Carbon Trust says in its report Investment Trends in European and North American Clean Energy 2003 to 2008 – The Rise and Fall of Clean Energy Investment, carried out by analyst New Energy Finance. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3571/europe-falls-behind-north-america-on-clean-energy-investment/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3517/intertape-polymer-group-develops-products-for-renewable-energy-market/ Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) has announced plans to develop further products designed for the wind, solar, geothermal and biofuel generation markets. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3517/intertape-polymer-group-develops-products-for-renewable-energy-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3549/uk-invests-more-in-coal-than-in-marine-renewables/ The UK government has spent 20 times more on subsidising the coal industry than on investment in marine renewable energy, says UK main opposition party, the Conservatives. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3549/uk-invests-more-in-coal-than-in-marine-renewables/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3554/first-solar-builds-550-mw-of-solar-pv-for-sce/ First Solar will build two thin-film solar photovoltaic (PV) projects totalling 550 MW with an annual output of 1.2 TWh for Southern California Edison (SCE) in Southern California. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3554/first-solar-builds-550-mw-of-solar-pv-for-sce/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3493/quantum-effects-slash-hydrogen-storage-potential/ Today's technology is capable of powering a car using hydrogen reducing harmful emissions to zero. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3493/quantum-effects-slash-hydrogen-storage-potential/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3522/vestas-profit-down-34-in-q2/ Danish wind turbine producer Vestas has reported a 34% fall in profit after tax to €43 million in the second quarter (Q2) of 2009. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3522/vestas-profit-down-34-in-q2/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3524/siemens-opens-wind-training-centre-in-germany/ Siemens has opened a wind power training centre in Bremen, Germany, for customer personnel and wind turbine service technicians. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3524/siemens-opens-wind-training-centre-in-germany/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3399/suntech-achieves-156-conversion-efficiency-for-a-multicrystalline-solar-pv-module/ Suntech Power Holdings, a manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, has achieved a conversion efficiency of 15.6% on a commercial grade multi-crystalline silicon solar PV module. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3399/suntech-achieves-156-conversion-efficiency-for-a-multicrystalline-solar-pv-module/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3402/nordex-usa-completes-its-largest-us-windfarm-to-date-/ Nordex USA has completed its largest American wind project to date, the 25 wind turbines Highland windfarm, for EverPower Wind Holdings, connecting 62.5 MW of wind power to the grid in Pennsylvania. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3402/nordex-usa-completes-its-largest-us-windfarm-to-date-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3439/australia-passes-20-renewables-by-2020-bill/ Australia has passed a bill targeting 20% of stationary energy to come from renewables by 2020. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3439/australia-passes-20-renewables-by-2020-bill/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3451/doe-awards-over-us119m-for-energy-efficiency-and-renewable-energy-programmes/ The US Department of Energy (DoE) has allocated over US$119 million in funding from the American Recovery and Investment Act to support energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in seven states and territories in the USA. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3451/doe-awards-over-us119m-for-energy-efficiency-and-renewable-energy-programmes/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3342/vestas-closes-wind-turbine-blade-factory-on-isle-of-wight-uk-/ Vestas, the leading wind energy technology business, has confirmed that it will cease wind turbine blade production activities at the company's UK sites on the Isle of Wight and in Southampton, resulting in 425 employees being dismissed. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3342/vestas-closes-wind-turbine-blade-factory-on-isle-of-wight-uk-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3361/suzlon-enters-bulgarian-wind-market/ Indian wind turbine manufacturer Suzlon Energy Ltd has signed an agreement with Technomash Bulgarian Industrial Group to deliver six Suzlon S88 2.1 MW wind turbines to a windfarm in the Varna region in Bulgaria. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3361/suzlon-enters-bulgarian-wind-market/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3379/qcells-cuts-500-solar-jobs-to-save-costs/ German solar cell manufacturer Q-Cells says it will cut 500 jobs at its Thalheim solar cell production lines to cut costs following the negative results for the first half of 2009 announced earlier this summer. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3379/qcells-cuts-500-solar-jobs-to-save-costs/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3381/ersol-gets-eu-subsidies-for-solar-cell-production-expansion-/ ersol Solar Energy AG has received approval of EU Commission subsidies towards investments ersol’s planned expansion of its solar cell production at Arnstadt, Germany. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3381/ersol-gets-eu-subsidies-for-solar-cell-production-expansion-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3389/industry-heavyweight-hhi-orders-wind-turbine-electrical-systems-from-amsc/ American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC), a global energy technologies company, has received an initial order for 17 sets of full wind turbine electrical systems from Hyundai Heavy Industries. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3389/industry-heavyweight-hhi-orders-wind-turbine-electrical-systems-from-amsc/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3334/paper-identifies-rd-requirements-for-expansion-of-renewable-energy-/ The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) have collaborated to identify research, development, demonstration and deployment (RDD&D) requirements that would enable broad expansion of renewable energy. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3334/paper-identifies-rd-requirements-for-expansion-of-renewable-energy-/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3336/orecon-has-signed-a-construction-agreement-for-three-wave-energy-devices/ Following a recent agreement with Portuguese developer Eneolica to develop a 4.5 MW wave energy site, Orecon has signed a letter of intent with the local shipyard Estaleiros Navais Do Mondego. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3336/orecon-has-signed-a-construction-agreement-for-three-wave-energy-devices/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3337/biomass-helps-scottish-whisky-production-go-green/ Helius Energy and The Combination of Rothes Distillers (CoRD) have created a Joint Venture called Helius CoRDe, which will build and operate a biomass fuelled combined heat and power (CHP) plant for whisky production on Speyside. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3337/biomass-helps-scottish-whisky-production-go-green/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3288/sunstroom-to-build-50-mw-solar-thermal-plant-in-spain/ Sunstroom Energy Investments, a designer, builder and operator of renewable energy plants, announces that it is planning to build a 50 MW solar thermal electricity plant in Saucedilla, Cáceres, in the Extremadura province of Spain. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3288/sunstroom-to-build-50-mw-solar-thermal-plant-in-spain/ http://www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/3303/nst-places-120-mw-order-with-oerlikon-solar-for-solar-pv-factory-in-russia/ Nano Solar Technology (NST), a newly formed Russian high-tech firm, has ordered a 120 MW Micromorph® line for production of thin-film solar modules from Oerlikon Solar. With the envisaged production capacity of one