Qld Gas boosted by BG proceeds Aug 28, 2008
Queensland Gas Co profit boosted by asset sale; ASX:QGC. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Village delivers a blockbuster Aug 28, 2008
Village Roadshow annual profit rises. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Green energy research targets hydrogen, photosynthesis Aug 28, 2008
"We are identifying applications where the cost and technology curve are such that we can get fuel cells into the hands of users now.". According to Grasman, short-term applications for fuel cells should be implemented now. (EETimes)
Hydrogen-Producing Bacteria Provide Clean Energy Aug 27, 2008
Fuel cells are now being tested in a range of products, including automobiles that release no emissions other than water vapor ... Researchers are now identifying nitrogen-fixing bacteria that release all of the hydrogen the microbes produce, which could lead to a new hydrogen source for fuel cells. (Science Daily)
Lillelund: These cars not blowing smoke on energy solution Aug 27, 2008
The National Hydrogen Road Tour made a refueling stop in Billerica to celebrate the opening of the first hydrogen refueling station in Massachusetts located at Nuvera Fuel Cells ... The industry actively participates in hydrogen generation, storage and distribution as well as micro-fuel cells, portable power, stationary power and transportation ... In simple terms, the way that hydrogen fuels a car is to provide electric power to both a regular car engine and to an electric car engine through... (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Cross-country hydrogen trek completed Aug 26, 2008
BMW's Hydrogen 7 is refueled in Jersey City, N.J., on Aug. 13 as part of a nationwide tour promoting hydrogen and fuel cells ... Even in a best-case scenario, automakers will only sell about 2 million electric vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells by 2020, a study by the National Research Council found. (MSNBC -- Environment)
First mass U.S. crossing for hydrogen cars completed Aug 25, 2008
Even in a best-case scenario, automakers will only sell about 2 million electric vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells by 2020, a study by the National Research Council found. Cars on the tour came from Honda, GM, Toyota Motor Corp <7203. (Scientific American)
Hydrogen-Powered Cars Meet in Championship Race Aug 25, 2008
The karts ran individual timed laps rather than racing directly against each other on the 550-metre (600-yard) circuit, because of the risks to car and driver from collision damage to the fuel cells. In a fuel cell, stored hydrogen reacts with oxygen from the air to produce electricity. (Planet Ark, United States)
Ten Technologically Advanced Green Cars Aug 22, 2008
Expect to see some of these next-generation hybrid systems, clean diesel engines and hydrogen fuel cells appear as early as this summer. That's when Volkswagen (other-otc: - - ) will launch the. (Forbes -- Technology)
A Better Way To Make Hydrogen From Biofuels Aug 22, 2008
1, 2008) Using hydrogen as an energy vector and in fuel cells may provide solutions to the specific energy challenges of the 21st century. Hydrogen production is currently based on the catalytic properties of. (Science Daily)
Hydrogen-powered car tour to arrive in Phoenix Friday Aug 22, 2008
Hydrogen fuel cells have been pushed as an alternative to internal combustion engines. The hydrogen is used in a chemical process that creates electricity to power the car. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Modine Tennessee plant to close Aug 21, 2008
Modine manufactures products used in light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment; industrial equipment; refrigeration systems, fuel cells; and electronics. In April, the company announced it would close plants in Camdenton, Mo. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Cash-strapped MTI cancels conference call Aug 20, 2008
The unusual move is just one step the Colonie-based company is taking to ensure it has enough money to get through the end of the year on the way to commercializing its micro fuel cells in 2009. Mechanical Technology is developing small, methanol-powered fuel cells for use in electronic devices such as cellphones and cameras. (Albany Times Union)
AltCar Expo, One of Nation's Largest Displays of Alternative Fuel Vehicles, Frees Consumers from Gas Guzzlers Aug 20, 2008
Both cities will showcase more than 100 alt-fuel and ultra-efficient vehicles including zero-emission electric cars, hybrids, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles rated in excess of 100 miles per gallon, and those running on hydrogen fuel cells, natural gas, propane, biodiesel and ethanol. Scooters, Segways, electric motorcycles, bicycles and more will also be on hand. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ronn Motor Company Appoints Insignia Brand Partners for North American Public Relations Support Aug 19, 2008
These technology systems include Hydrogen Fuel, Fuel cells, and Plug in-electrics which will be incorporated into our automobiles and made available for aftermarket applications. Our products, coupled with RMC's core values of a strong sense of ethics, environmental sensitivity and premium quality, position the company as one of the new leaders in an automotive industry transitioning toward fuel efficiency. (PR Newswire)
Singapore at 'green'cutting edge Aug 19, 2008
On the auto industrial front, hydrogen fuel cells to power motor vehicles are being tested in two programs, one involving DaimlerChrysler and BP and another a joint venture between Rolls-Royce and a Singaporean consortium known as Enertek. Over the past eight years, Singapore has shifted from almost total reliance on oil to cleaner burning natural gas for its power generation, tapping pipeline supplies from Indonesia's Sumatra, Malaysia and fields in the South China Sea. (Asia Times Online)
Researchers hunt for energy in strange places Aug 18, 2008
The chemicals are stored in fuel cells, which generate electricity when it's needed. "You can do it in a glass of water at . . . room temperature,'' Nocera says in the video.The process "at least opens a door for the large-scale deployment of solar, because we have an easy way. (Anchorage Daily News)
State may play role in advancement of hydrogen vehicles Aug 18, 2008
Connecticut s role won t be in the assembly of the cars, but rather in the fuel cells used to power the vehicles and in the refueling stations, said those who touted the potential of the state hitching its star to the ongoing development of the alternative energy machines. Supporters of hydrogen-powered cars say Connecticut needs to act now to prepare for the next two to seven years, when it is projected that the vehicles will become available to the general public. (New Haven Register, CT)
Clean hydrogen power fuels national road tour Aug 18, 2008
Fuel cells powered six of the seven vehicles on display Sunday ... Besides automotive applications, large fuel cells can create electricity for homes and buildings, while small cells can run laptop computers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Hydrogen Road Tour includes a look at Plug Power technology Aug 17, 2008
Plug (Nasdaq: PLUG), based in Latham, will have its GenDrive fuel cells, used to power forklift trucks, on display on Aug. 16 at the plant in Aiken, S.C. and at a Nissan plant in Smyrna, Tenn. on Aug. 18. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Use of solar power grows as energy costs escalate Aug 17, 2008
The fund, part of Connecticut Innovations, a quasi-state agency that promotes new technology, uses money collected by utility companies from ratepayers to provide incentives for clean energy alternatives such as solar, wind, and fuel cells, and expects the 82 projects will generate 10,289,140 kilowatt hours, enough to power 1,225 homes. The systems use photovoltaic panels (glass coated with silicone) to generate a kind of electricity through energy released by chemical reactions in the panel... (New Haven Register, CT)
New Nanomaterial Makes Plastic Stiffer, Lighter And Stronger Aug 16, 2008
Now that we know how to make this material and how to modify it so that it can be utilized in plastics, he said, our attention is being directed to high-end applications where we can really make some substantial changes in the way electronics, fuel cells, batteries and solar cells perform as a result of using this material. As an engineer we do research with an eye on not only understanding the fundamentals of how things work, but also on coming up with solutions to solve important problems... (Science Daily)
Samsung releases 'green' handsets Aug 16, 2008
The company is also developing micro fuel cells that would power handsets with hydrogen, and operates handset recycling programs for phones of all brands in Korea, China, the United States, and Canada. Materials from these phones are recycled as much as possible and reused in the manufacture of new phones, Samsung said. (InfoWorld)
MTI losses increase, revenue drops in 2Q Aug 15, 2008
MTI (Nasdaq: MKTY), based in Albany, N.Y., designs test instruments and micro fuel cells for portable devices such as cell phones and cameras. It is the parent company to and. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Hydrogen Road Tour Features Plug Power's GenDrive Fuel Cell Aug 15, 2008
While commercial availability of automotive fuel cells is still years away, Plug Power continues to drive adoption of fuel cell technology in niche markets with products that are working in application today. For operators of large warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities, Plug Power's GenDrive fuel cell units deliver enhanced productivity in a product that offers lower life-cycle costs than the incumbent technology -- lead-acid batteries. (Primezone Releases)
Internet & Technology Aug 15, 2008
Investor's Business Daily: Cell Tower Owners Mulling Fuel Cells For Backup Power ... Cell Tower Owners Mulling Fuel Cells For Backup Power ... Wireless service providers are starting to explore whether fuel cells could be the answer to a tough question. (Investors Business Daily)
Cell Tower Owners Mulling Fuel Cells For Backup Power Aug 15, 2008
Wireless service providers are starting to explore whether fuel cells could be the answer to a tough question ... Batteries have been a standard telecom backup power source for nearly a century and generators have been popular in the last decade, says Manish Bhandari, general manager of Emerson Network Power, a unit of Emerson Electric Co. () But lately he's seen rising interest in fuel cells ... Emerson Network buys fuel cells as components from manufacturers, and builds them into... (Investors Business Daily)
VIDEO from Medialink and General Motors: Fuel Cell Technology Takes to the Road Aug 14, 2008
(See video from General Motors (NYSE: ) at: ) Hydrogen fuel cells are electric energy sources that have the potential to power everything from cell phones to large buildings. For cars, they provide zero-emission power and don't use any oil. (PR Newswire)
Keasey's Strange Trip Aug 14, 2008
" After spending at least parts of three seasons on practice squads, Keasey no longer is eligible for that duty. He has to make the roster to continue. "It's now or never," he said. E-mail Tom FitzGerald at . This article appeared on page D - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle Comments Characters left: Most Recommended Comments The S.F. Zoo is forced to euthanize the 46-year-old hippo. Sex isn't a sport, but Violet Blue offers up records that go for the gold. Dumped and heartbroken! Poor Jen!... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Young a vital cog in Cal's new 4-man linebacking scheme Aug 14, 2008
" Making contact Cal's starting linebackers, with their career statistics: PlayerTklsTFLSackFFAnthony Felder158531Zack Follett15828138Worrell Williams18214.51.54Eddie Young12111 E-mail Rusty Simmons at . This article appeared on page D - 3 of the San Francisco Chronicle Comments Characters left: Most Recommended Comments The S.F. Zoo is forced to euthanize the 46-year-old hippo. Sex isn't a sport, but Violet Blue offers up records that go for the gold. Dumped and heartbroken! Poor Jen! Spain's... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
No Point In Sadness Aug 14, 2008
" E-mail Janny Hu at . This article appeared on page D - 8 of the San Francisco Chronicle Comments Characters left: Most Recommended Comments The S.F. Zoo is forced to euthanize the 46-year-old hippo. Sex isn't a sport, but Violet Blue offers up records that go for the gold. Dumped and heartbroken! Poor Jen! Spain's basketball players defend eye gesture photo. State Sen. Patricia Wiggins becomes a YouTube hit for saying a bad word. Farewell to the land-line phone. You ready? Morford. "Tropic... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Final call to post for Bay Meadows Aug 14, 2008
Thursday, August 14, 2008. A place can build a lot of history in 75 years, but soon that's all there will be for Bay Meadows. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Talking Points Aug 14, 2008
Ethanol, fuel cells, wind. Nobody knows. (Fox News)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Aug 14, 2008
Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. DTL Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
The fast and furious success of mobile phones worldwide Aug 14, 2008
Will the peak of mobile phones" eventually be reached? I think, this still can take some time, despite that all inhabitants of the so called western world now have at least one mobile, often even more units per person. Todays new market, with high two digit growth rates, is Africa. There the mobile phone manufacturers and operators are working on something new. For example, the "Village Connection" Nokia Siemens Networks is approaching. The aim is that local small businesses operate their... (Energy Pulse, CO)
Rocket fuel found in milk in California Aug 14, 2008
Not clear if amount imperils children. Tuesday, June 22, 2004. (Yahoo News -- Food Safety)
Turning Waste Material Into Ethanol Aug 14, 2008
Researchers at ISU's Center for Sustainable Environmental Technologies , or CSET, have spent several years developing fluidized bed gasifiers to provide reliable operation and high-quality syngas for applications ranging from replacing natural gas in grain ethanol plants to providing hydrogen for fuel cells. Gasification to ethanol has received increasing attention as an attractive approach to reaching the Federal Renewable Fuel Standard of 36 billion gallons of biofuel, said Robert Brown, CSET... (Science Daily)
This gas is greener Aug 14, 2008
Cheryl McQueary, Research and Innovative Technology deputy administrator with the Department of Transportation, State Representative Barry Finegold, Robert Cordaro, CEO of Nuvera Fuel Cells and June Black, Lawrence Regional Coordinator for Congresswoman Niki Tsongas, cut the ribbon on Massachusetts first hydrogen fueling station ... As part of a nationwide tour to promote hydrogen-powered cars, nine of the environmentally-friendly vehicles made a stop at Nuvera Fuel Cells to cut the ribbon on... (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping promises, sharp divisions as 34-nation meeting ends Aug 14, 2008
Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. DTL Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Earthbound spinach rises to the top Aug 14, 2008
Amanda Gold, Chronicle Staff Writer. Wednesday, August 13, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle)
FuelCell Energy, Inc. Invites You to Its Third Quarter 2008 Results Conference Call At 10 AM Eastern On August 28, 2008 Aug 14, 2008
FuelCell Energy is the world leader in the development and production of stationary fuel cells for commercial, industrial, municipal and utility customers. FuelCell Energy's ultra-clean and high efficiency DFC(r) fuel cells are generating power at over 40 locations worldwide ... The company also receives substantial funding from the U.S. Department of Energy and other government agencies for the development of leading edge technologies such as hybrid fuel cell/turbine generators and solid oxide... (Primezone Releases)
Reaching for the moon Aug 14, 2008
He and his father, Richard Dell Sr., cited the fuel cells that run hybrid cars, as well as laptop computers, invisible braces and GPS systems. Even Velcro -- which appeared too late for those of us who, until an embarrassingly late age, had trouble tying our shoes -- emerged from the space program: Invented in 1941, Velcro reportedly became popular after astronauts began using it to fasten their suits. (News & Observer)
President Bush Meets with Coalition for Affordable American Energy Aug 13, 2008
We need to develop alternative energy technologies such as advanced batteries, plug-in hybrids, hydrogen fuel cells. We need to expand clean, safe, nuclear power; clean coal technology; solar and wind power. (White House News Releases)
S.C. out front in developing hydrogen tech Aug 13, 2008
At the University of South Carolina, the focus is fuel cells. Clemson University is home to the International Center for Automotive Research. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Hydrogen-powered autos in spotlight Aug 13, 2008
This is a technology that we have right here, Simmons said of companies that make fuel cells in the state. It s a huge opportunity to create thousands of jobs in Connecticut. (New Haven Register, CT)
Going deep: Ocean to power grid, recharge fuel cells Aug 13, 2008
The ocean turbines would be mated to on-shore hydrogen storage facilities that could recharge fuel cells and generate electricity ... The hydrogen could then be used to recharge auto fuel cells as well as to generate electricity for the grid during times of peak energy demand. (EETimes)
State's first hydrogen refueling facility powers up Aug 12, 2008
So when a string of vehicles rolled through the PowerTap for the first time yesterday, it marked the culmination of more than a decade of work for William Mitchell and his peers at Nuvera Fuel Cells, whose US corporate headquarters is also in Billerica. The company makes hydrogen fuel cells and operates the new refueling station. (Boston Globe)
* Solar Oxide Fuel Cell program shows promise Aug 12, 2008
POWERING UP: The heat produced when using Solid Oxide Fuel Cells can be turned back into the system to produce an impressive 90 percent total efficiency ... As the global trend in energy is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase fuel efficiency, fuel cells are bound to be an important industry in the future, as they can be combined with clean coal technologies to produce efficient and green energy, AEC Institute of Nuclear Energy Research (INER) fuel cell program manager Lee... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Geoffrey Ballard, 75, Fuel-Cell Pioneer Who Created Bus Powered by Hydrogen, Dies Aug 12, 2008
Geoffrey Ballard, a Canadian entrepreneur whose company became a bellwether in the use of hydrogen fuel cells to power cars and other vehicles, helping lead the struggle to diminish the role of the gasoline engine, died on Aug. 2 in North Vancouver ... Other auto companies, concerned about being left behind, began their own research into fuel cells working on methanol ... For personal reasons, he left Ballard Power in the late 1990s and helped to form another company, General Hydrogen of... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Plug won't drop suit against UBS Aug 10, 2008
Despite bank's $19B settlement with state, maker of fuel cells seeks damages for risky investments ... Latham-based Plug, which makes fuel cells that power forklifts and cellphone towers, sued UBS Financial Services in U.S. District Court in Albany in May, alleging nearly $63 million of its money was improperly invested in auction-rate securities. (Albany Times Union)
European sports car makers feel like an endangered species in EU emissions war Aug 10, 2008
Cars powered by hydrogen or fuel cells remain in the realm of fantasy, and the next big technological step looks set to be electric-powered cars. While working to reduce emissions as much as possible, sports car makers still need to cut a deal with EU politicians. (Business Report, South Africa)
Can't get There from Here-Is It Hot in Here? Aug 9, 2008
Just ask Nuvera Fuel Cells, whose US headquarters are right here in Billerica. I do agree that using An Inconvenient Truth -- which was more about Mr. Gore than his slide show as the main tool to teach kids about the environment is a bad idea. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Data center gets highest green building rating Aug 9, 2008
Planners are also keeping their eyes on direct-current wiring and equipment to lower electricity usage as well as fuel cells for on-site power generation, said Bob Seese, the company's chief data center architect. ADC has structured its billing so customers pay a percentage of the cooling costs, which gives customers incentive to use energy-efficient technology like virtualization. (CNET News)
Drexel Univeristy opens new institute to study plasma Aug 7, 2008
In addition to medical applications, researchers associated with the plasma institute are looking into using it to help extract hydrogen out of fuels so that the hydrogen can be used in fuel cells used in cars. The advantage is you don t need to store hydrogen somewhere in the car, Friedman said. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Finegold annouces victory for fuel cell technology Aug 7, 2008
Hydrogen fuel cells will be one of the keys to creating renewable energy, a cleaner environment and a safer world in the years to come and Massachusetts can lead the way, said Finegold. The Green Jobs Act, filed by House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi, allocates more than $50 million to the creation of new jobs and revenue in the state s clean energy industry. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Fuel cell advance could lower cost, boost efficiency Aug 7, 2008
A superlattice electrolyte with far greater conductivity could significantly boost fuel cell efficiency while lowering costs when compared to current solid-oxide fuel cells ... Delphi Automotive Systems, BMW and Rolls-Royce have all announced development programs for solid-oxide fuel cells. (EETimes)
Dan Kline Column: Big oil prospers on our struggles Aug 6, 2008
Instead of calling for increased drilling, more nuclear power and offering incentives to develop technologies like hydrogen fuel cells, we get party line rhetoric and gimmicks. If I ran an oil company now I'd be sitting on the porch of my big house smoking a cigar, adjusting my top hat and monocle while laughing at the incompetence and corruption that made me so rich. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Fuel Cell Efficiency May Be Improved With Material With 'Colossal Ionic Conductivity' Aug 6, 2008
5, 2008) A new material characterized at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory could open a pathway toward more efficient fuel cells. See also. (Science Daily)
Join Nuvera Fuel Cells to unveil hydrogen refueling station Aug 6, 2008
Join Nuvera Fuel Cells, 129 Concord Road, Billerica, as they unveil the first hydrogen refueler in Massachusetts on Monday, Aug. 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. as part of the coast-to-coast Hydrogen Road Tour ... Nuvera Fuel Cells is a global leader in the development and advancement of multi-fuel processing and fuel cell technology committed to providing clean, safe and efficient power solutions. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Military Use Of Robots Increases Aug 5, 2008
13, 2004) The U.S. Army should investigate alternative power sources, such as fuel cells and small engines, to create longer-lasting, lighter, cheaper, and more reliable sources of energy for the equipment. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Hybrid Cars Could Be More Reliable And Cheaper With New Fuel Cell Technology Aug 4, 2008
3, 2008) Monash University scientists have revolutionised the design of fuel cells used in the latest generation of hybrid cars which could make the vehicles more reliable and cheaper to build ... "Our reliance on platinum is making the likelihood of using fuel cells in everyday passenger cars, increasingly improbable. "The cost of the platinum component alone of current fuel cells for a small car with a 100kW electric engine is more than the total cost of an 100kW gasoline engine ... " The new... (Science Daily)
Fuel cells rain supreme Aug 4, 2008
As petrol prices hit record levels, car manufacturers are turning to alternative fuels, such as hydrogen fuel cells which use expensive and rare platinum ... "Our reliance on platinum is making the likelihood of using fuel cells in everyday passenger cars, increasingly improbable," he said ... "The cost of the platinum component alone of current fuel cells for a small car with a 100kW electric motor is more than the total cost of a 100kW gasoline engine. "Also, current annual world production of... (Courier Mail)
KPMG launches green practice Aug 4, 2008
Much of the practice will focus on energy companies, working with them on tax incentives for wind energy, solar power, fuel cells, biofuels and the like. Some of the incentives span industries. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
SMS Opens Ontario County Facility Aug 3, 2008
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Sunday August 03, 2008. (R News)
Nippon Oil to Start Mass Production of Fuel Cells From 2009, Nikkei Says Aug 2, 2008
Nippon Oil to Start Mass Production of Fuel Cells, Nikkei Says ... Aug. 2 (Bloomberg) -- plans to produce 10,000 home-use fuel cells a year starting in April, 2009, the Nikkei newspaper reported without citing anyone. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
