Physicists Develop Multifunctional Storage Device For Light Oct 20, 2009
8, 2007) Physicists at Boston College have beamed visible light through a cable hundreds of times smaller than a human hair, an achievement they anticipate will lead to advances in solar power and optical. . (Science Daily)
India Inc going green in a big way Oct 18, 2009
So, Pepsi and Coke are working on recyclable plastic, while Sun Microsystems and Cisco, offer green data centres, even as Google produces its own solar power. Now even the Indian army is going green, as many Army cantonments run on their own green power, produced from wind sources. (India Times)
State now in race to home-grow, recruit new jobs Oct 18, 2009
The Elmsford, N.Y.-based technology firm was looking at potential sites in the Southwest in fall 2007 for a factory for making photovoltaic modules and receivers for concentrated solar power. Schott chose to build its factory in Albuquerque because New Mexico offered more robust incentives. (AZCentral -- News)
S.F. sustains ties with Bangalore Oct 18, 2009
Last week, it signed an agreement with Scotland "to drive innovation in renewable energy and support both governments' goals to increase supplies of wind energy, solar power and biofuels," according to a Scottish government statement. Time for the United States to play catch-up. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Shaken by quakes, the Big Island bounces back Oct 18, 2009
Solar power, rainwater use, refillable glass water bottles and soft robes made of bamboo are some of the many green touches large and small. Grand opening rates, good through Dec. 15, 2009, are $250 per night, with a two-night minimum; inquire about discounts for longer stays. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Workers’ health suffers as trying economic times ratchet up job stress Oct 18, 2009
The building, along with a second facility completed in 2008, features solar power, open spaces, and all-natural materials. On-site perks include a small swimming pool, workout room, wooded walking trails, and free healthy catered lunches four days a week. (Boston Globe)
Ellensburg, Kittitas council hopefuls talk economics Oct 17, 2009
We really, really want to bring in wind power and solar power into the city, Camarata said. I think it would help the city develop in many, many ways. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Does this make your head hurt? Oct 17, 2009
The science fiction: Isaac Asimov's 1941 story Reason is about a solar power station run by robots that transmits energy to Earth ... A few months ago a Japanese consortium announced a plan to build a $21bn facility in space to beam solar power to Earth - within 30 years it could supply 300,000 homes with electricity. (BBC News -- UK)
Border fence boondoggle Oct 17, 2009
What is needed is a demonstration project showing that electrified fencing can be powered by clean technologies including wind and solar power. Then the sunny, windy south can be guarded by a border fence that is more effective and less likely to be breached. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
TVCC slates energy session Oct 16, 2009
When it comes to solar power potential, Eastern Oregon is in the good category, Findley said. There is a lot of interest in the local area for wind, solar and biomass information, and several businesses have expressed interest in helping host the event, he said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Israelis bring green power to West Bank Oct 16, 2009
A Palestinian youth walks out of a cave lit by solar power in the West Bank village of Susya near Hebron, on Oct. 7 ... Maya Hasson / APOlives lie on the ground inside a cave lit by solar power that is used as a kitchen by a Palestinian family in Susya. (MSNBC -- International)
PG&E to issue refunds to customers Oct 16, 2009
In a separate development, PGunced Thursday that it will buy electricity from a proposed solar power plant in Yuma County, Ariz ... PGalready agreed to buy electricity from another NextLight solar power plant proposed for Antelope Valley in Southern California. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
EDITORIAL: Fiddling while state's needs grow Oct 16, 2009
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Super hub for renewable energy planned Oct 16, 2009
Moving wind and solar power onto the nation'selectricity grid would become eaiser if a planned "Super Station" is built in New Mexico. . (MSNBC -- Environment)
College green building teams compete in 'Solar Decathlon' Oct 15, 2009
Each house relies completely on solar power; the teams aim to produce as much or more energy than the house consumes. Any additional energy the houses produce is pumped into the energy grid of the local power company, earning the teams extra points. (USA Today -- Tech)
SCIs chief sees lucrative prospects in supplying solar power industry Oct 15, 2009
SCIs chief sees lucrative prospects in supplying solar power industry - Business First of Columbus ... SCIs chief sees lucrative prospects in supplying solar power industry ... Despite a broad end market for SCI s components, the company is throwing its muscle behind solar power as the government creates opportunities for developers and users of the technology. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Solar station gets green light in Holbrook Oct 15, 2009
During its Oct. 13 meeting, the board of selectmen unanimously voted to approve preparing a letter of intent to lease a portion of the town landfill to Ansar Energy LLC to build and operate a solar power generating station ... In May, Town Meeting endorsed an article giving officials the authority to seek proposals to lease the town landfill site to a company that would operate a solar power generating station ... Michael Morrissey, chairman of the Legislature s joint committee on... (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn visits Spring Valley Oct 15, 2009
Quinn said heexpects high-wage, ;green-collar; manufacturing jobs to be created continually as wind and solar power infrastructure spring up in Illinois. For instance, Quinn said, the demand for locally-manufactured wind turbine gears already has spurred more than 300 new jobs in Illinois. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Panasonic's Solar Power Status Symbols Turn Japan's Rich Green With Envy Oct 15, 2009
Panasonics Solar Power Status Symbols Turn Japans Rich Green - Bloomberg ... Panasonics Solar Power Status Symbols Turn Japans Rich Green ... Housewife Yasuyo Takizawa, whose husband runs a PR company, spent as much as 4 million yen ($44,900) on systems that combine solar power with energy-efficient water and room heaters and induction cookers that heat pots with a magnetic field, boosting her green credentials and swelling earnings for manufacturer. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Innovation: Solar cell phones a hit in poornations Oct 15, 2009
Solar power may speed up cell phone revolution - Future of Energy- msnbc ... Solar power may speed up cell phone revolution ... Across the ocean, in India's remote Orissa state, farmers living off the power grid are generating electricity with solar power which is making inroads in rural India and Bangladesh. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Bidding Process Continues For Downtown Library Oct 15, 2009
Councilwoman Donna Frye told city staff that she wants to see solar power included in the plans, along with hiring preferences for local construction workers. The money requested by staff is available in a redevelopment fund. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Nigeria: Will Solar Power Make a Difference? Oct 15, 2009
com: Nigeria: Will Solar Power Make a Difference ... Will Solar Power Make a Difference. (allAfrica.com)
Resource Abundance: Is It A Curse Or A Blessing? Oct 15, 2009
In his address to the Parliament of Ghana, President Obama said, the African continent is rich in natural resources and that there is bountiful wind and solar power; geothermal energy and bio-fuels. From the Rift valley to the North African deserts; from the Western coasts to South Africas crops-Africas boundless gifts can generate its own power, while exporting profitable, clean energy abroad. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Editorial: Time for truce on renewables Oct 15, 2009
Companies that are ready and willing to invest in green energy solar power, windmills, geothermal will hesitate if they think the state is not serious about its commitment. Just when California should be reaping the benefits of its environmental ethos, we will be sitting on the sidelines instead. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Wood making comeback as power source Oct 14, 2009
Solar power is only made when the sun shines, and windmills turn only when the wind blows. Posted. (USA Today)
Wash. execs urge Boeing to build 787 line in state Oct 14, 2009
Solar power outshining Colorado's gas industry ... For the Shaw brothers, who converted the downtown arts building and community center into a miniature solar power plant two years ago, each reverse rotation subtracts from their monthly electric bill. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Energy Secretary Chu's War On Business Oct 14, 2009
On Thursday, Steven Chu, President Obama's energy secretary, told attendees at a solar power event on the National Mall that it's "wonderful" to see companies like Exelon, Apple and Pacific Gas & Electric leave the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The chamber is a pro-capitalism, pro-free-enterprise association of businesses that has fought against climate treaties like Kyoto and legislation such as Waxman-Markey as futile efforts not founded in science that are economically damaging and recipes for... (Investors Business Daily)
Devens firm to help unite power grids Oct 14, 2009
The Tres Amigas project will increase deliveries between the Western, Eastern, and Texas electric grids to allow for more efficient use of intermittent energy sources, such as wind and solar power, American Superconductor said yesterday. The connections will be on 14,400 acres in Clovis, N.M., and act as a renewable energy hub, allowing solar energy in the Southwest to be shipped to Texas or California during the day, and delivering wind resources from the Midwest at night. (Boston Globe)
Newburyport solar project gets going Oct 14, 2009
The city of Newburyport and an energy services company, Ameresco Inc., are unveiling a solar power system today they say is the largest municipal project of its kind in Massachusetts ... Commonwealth Solar Program, a state-run effort to accelerate the number of solar power projects, has contributed $1 ... An LCD panel has been placed in the school, and software will send weather and solar power production data to the Internet for use in the school s classrooms. (Boston Globe)
* Ready to abandon your carbon-clogged past? Oct 14, 2009
Germany leads in the clean technology sector, focusing on solar power. By 2020, it plans to obtain 47 percent of its electricity from renewables. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
AfDB Organizes Workshop on Concentrated Solar Power in Tunis Oct 14, 2009
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is organizing the Second Consultation Workshop on Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) in Tunis, on October 21-22, 2009 ... The CSP scale-up program would also establish the region as a pioneer among emerging economies in the global solar power industry's development through economies of scale, and the technology becoming cost-effective for wider replication. (allAfrica.com)
Solar power outshining Colorados gas industry Oct 13, 2009
Solar power outshining Colorados gas industry - Oil & energy- msnbc ... Solar power outshining Colorados gas industry ... For the Shaw brothers, who converted the downtown arts building and community center into a miniature solar power plant two years ago, each reverse rotation subtracts from their monthly electric bill. (MSNBC -- Business)
DEAN FLOREZ: Valley pays for utility's greed Oct 13, 2009
Outlook sunny for solar power in Valley. Summer may be winding down, but solar power is hotter than ever in the Valley. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Eskom seeks equity partner for solar plant Oct 13, 2009
Eskom is seeking equity partners to help finance a 100 megawatt concentrating solar power (CSP) demonstration plant, whose R6-billion to R7-billion price tag has up to now put the brakes on its development by the cash-strapped utility ... MacColl said the country had the potential to generate 58 000MW of solar power. (Business Report, South Africa)
Solar firm gains on sale talk, new Calif. law Oct 13, 2009
Energy Conversion, a Minnesota company that makes thin-film solar power laminates, also gained on speculation it is a takeover target. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Governor signs bills that boost solar power Oct 13, 2009
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed several bills Sunday that will tweak the way California's electricity market works, encouraging solar power and phasing out some rules created during the state's electricity crisis ... One bill will require California utilities to buy surplus solar power from homeowners who generate more than they use. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Energy crisis postponed, new gas rescues world... Oct 13, 2009
As for the US, we may soon be looking at an era when gas, wind and solar power, combined with a smarter grid and a switch to electric cars returns the country to near energy self-sufficiency. This has currency implications. (The Drudge Report)
South Africa: Park Project Set to Boost Appetite for Solar Power Oct 12, 2009
com: South Africa: Park Project Set to Boost Appetite for Solar Power (Page 1 of 1). Park Project Set to Boost Appetite for Solar Power. (allAfrica.com)
Smart grid turns off your appliances to cut power use Oct 12, 2009
HONOLULU - A 4-square-mile patch of Maui in the nation s most fossil-fuel dependent state soon will be home to a new kind of power grid, one that saves energy by turning off household appliances when electricity is expensive and makes better use of wind and solar power. recently said it would test its smart grid technology in the luxury resort community of Wailea, hoping to reduce peak electricity consumption there by 15 percent by 2012. (Boston Globe)
Using Printable Augmented Reality M... Oct 12, 2009
GE's Augmented Reality Application - The energy giant GE has created an AR app that allows visitors to their website to download a small piece of software and print out a small marker tag that, when held up to a computer camera, shows a hologram of the GE Smart Grid wind turbine or solar power generator. ARSights provides 3-D models of famous sites around the world, like the Eiffel Tower or Empire State Building, that pop up from a printed marker tag when a computer camera spots it. (Suite101.com)
Rich must pay for climate Oct 12, 2009
The memorandum of understanding dealt with developing concentrated solar power in South Africa ... Thereafter a business plan would be drawn up and the construction of the solar power plant was expected to start at the end of next year ... He said building a solar power plant was expensive but it was cheaper to operate and maintain than other forms of power. (iAfrica.com)
Science on tap brews student interest Oct 12, 2009
Even Chancellor Mark Wrighton gave a talk on nuclear and solar power in February 2006. Some talks deal with more current happenings in science. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Energy winners in Colorado Oct 11, 2009
For the Shaw brothers, who converted the downtown arts building and community center into a miniature solar power plant two years ago, each reverse rotation subtracts from their monthly electric bill. It also means the building at that moment is producing more electricity from the sun than it needs. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
History comes alive Oct 11, 2009
The politicians lack the moral courage to do what's right: Stop the war, impeach Bush, mandate electric vehicles and solar power with 100% changeover in five years, putting the needs of Earth ahead of the needs of Halliburton and Exxon, stopping the failed war on drugs. I often think about what Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and crew who gave us our freedom would think if they could see us now. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Let's go nuclear Oct 11, 2009
24) advocating increased use of solar power to meet more local energy needs versus building and maintaining a nuclear power plant in Fresno ... For example, over a 50-year period, what would it cost to build and maintain a nuclear facility versus making solar power more affordable for homes, businesses and public buildings here (keeping in mind construction, legal fees, workers' compensation costs, salaries, storing wastes) ... These have unique drawbacks that solar power does not have. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Fed stimulus money trickling in Oct 11, 2009
"We expect that when this turns around, because of the new Web site and the new catalog that will be coming out in November, we're going to have a growth year next year. "That's assuming the economy keeps moving in the direction it seems to be," he added. This is one example of the way stimulus cash has been arriving in MetroWest since Congress OK'd the $787 billion plan in February. Rep. David Linsky, D-Natick, House chairman of the Joint Committee on Federal Stimulus Oversight, said last week... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
GM, Toyota's Fuel-Cell Plans Clash With U.S. Infrastructure Priorities Oct 10, 2009
The fuel comes either from a process that breaks down natural gas using steam, or from solar power and water. While the state requires large automakers to sell zero- emission vehicles, its added hydrogen stations at a slower pace than planned, said , executive director of the. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
With green power comes great responsibility Oct 10, 2009
One such is David Mills, one of our most successful scientists, formerly from the University of Sydney, who quit Australia a decade ago to launch solar power company Ausra in California. It was one of our best brain-drain moments. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
New Wild Horse turbines energized Oct 10, 2009
Contractors began Monday to install the final array of solar power panels near Puget Sound Energy s Renewable Energy Center at the 3,500-foot level ... The solar power component of the Wild Horse facility was earlier estimated to cost more than 4 million. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
HVCC lands $3.5M in stimulus funds for solar training Oct 10, 2009
The money will be used to establish a network of instructors that will train students how to install solar power systems. These awards recognize the important work being done in New York State to develop a more sustainable energy infrastructure that will create jobs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and strengthen New York s energy security, Gov. David Paterson said in making the announcement Friday. (Albany Business Review, NY)
NC Transit Receives Alternative Energy Funding Oct 10, 2009
The money will be used to use to fund the installation of solar power generation technology at rail right-of-ways at maintenance and administrative facilities, according to the NCTD.. "Our proposal to invest in these technologies will decrease our utility costs and support our mission to be a greener transportation alternative for our communities," said Angela Miller, the NCTD's chief information officer. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Two NYK Ships Recognized for Advanced Designs Oct 10, 2009
Auriga Leader, the first ship to use solar power for propulsion, an achievement that is a major step forward toward a next-generation eco ship making greater use of a renewable energy source, is the first cargo ship to be recognized with a Good Design Award. This ship's application was jointly submitted by NYK and Nippon Oil Corporation. (JCN Network, Japan)
Maine college to train solar techs Oct 10, 2009
8 million federal grant to create a training program for solar power technicians around northern New England. The Kennebec Journal is reporting that the community college will train and certify photovoltaic and solar heating instructors at Maine's seven community colleges, high school technical centers and community colleges in New Hampshire and Vermont. (Concord Monitor)
Solar power to save schools money Oct 10, 2009
Solar power is beaming soon to the Acton-Boxborough schools, expecting to save the districts thousands of dollars. The Acton Public and Acton-Boxborough school committees unanimously approved North Andover-based Nexamp to install photovoltaic panels, which convert solar energy into electricity, on the roofs of Acton-Boxborough Regional High School, R. J. Grey Junior High School and the Douglas Elementary School. (Acton Beacon, MA)
SA's power 'cheap'? Oct 10, 2009
Last Upd: 01:22pm 09 Oct 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
Maryland Energy Administration stops solar incentives Oct 9, 2009
The move instantly raised flags among the area s solar power installers and advocates, but state officials said they have no plans to change the program and that this merely reflects minor administrative changes to the application to adapt to Recovery Act provisions. The state agency said it s suspending activity until Oct. 19 for the program, which awards grant money to residents and small businesses for installing solar panels or solar hot water heaters. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Solar Village Blooming on National Mall Oct 9, 2009
After constructing their buildings at home, student teams transport and then reassemble their buildings on the National Mall where they operate on solar power only for 10 days. Teams are judged by architects and designers in 10 categories, including lighting design, the market viability of their projects, and architectural design. (CBS News)
Stimulus brings $24M in energy efficiency funds Oct 9, 2009
Gov. Bill Richardson announced the funds will provide energy savings through installing solar power, energy efficient lighting, heating and cooling systems, as well as implementing Web conferencing technologies. The New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department has awarded funding to 28 projects through a competitive process. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
College to receive $491,557 grant Oct 9, 2009
These innovative projects throughout the state will provide energy savings through such things as installing solar power, energy efficient lighting, heating and cooling systems, and implementing web conferencing technologies, Richardson said. The investments from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (stimulus package) will lead to significant energy conservation, which makes government more efficient and saves tax dollars, he added. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
FPL pulls meter from Delray Beach home, says tampering will cost elderly couple $6,000 Oct 9, 2009
Palm Beach Post Staff Writer. Thursday, October 08, 2009. (The Palm Beach Post)
Peco seeking power from solar producers Oct 9, 2009
said Thursday it is seeking offers from current and future producers of solar power to provide it with up to 80,000 solar alternative energy credits over the next 10 years ... The company expects to enter into agreements with the winning bidders by February and start receiving the credits immediately from existing solar power facilities, and within a year from solar power facilities under construction. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Patriot Place to use 30% solar power Oct 8, 2009
BALTIMORE - Constellation Energy Group will build a photovoltaic system to generate solar power at an entertainment complex adjacent to the New England Patriots stadium in Foxborough, Mass. The system will produce about 525 kilowatts at Patriot Place, the 1. (Boston Globe)
Solar Power Inc. gets 500kW Ventura County deal Oct 8, 2009
The Ventura County Board of Supervisors in a unanimous vote selected Solar Power Inc. of Roseville to design and install two photovoltaic solar systems on county buildings, the company announced Wednesday ... Solar Power (OTCBB: SOPW) will install a 328-kilowatt system on the county s fleet services and public works buildings at the Saticoy Operations Yard, and a 169-kilowatt system on the county s Vanguard building in Oxnard ... Funding for the projects dried up as a result of the capital... (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
CEG unit selling solar to Mass. project Oct 8, 2009
Constellation Energy unit selling solar power system to Patriot Place development in Mass ... Constellation Energy unit selling solar power system to Patriot Place development in Mass ... A Group Inc. subsidiary is building a $3 million solar power system for a mall adjacent to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
'Cash-back hybrid' could yield extra income Oct 7, 2009
Solar power works best on sunny days. Power companies don't have giant batteries to store all that juice produced at times of the day when it's not needed. (AZCentral -- Business)