Future batteries used by the energy grid to store power from the wind power and solar energy must be reliable, durable and safe, but affordability is really the key to widespread deployment, according to a new report.
Continue readingDow Kokam Providing Advanced Lithium-Ion Battery Solutions
Dow Kokam’s new projects with Motiv Power Systems and ZeroTruck will provide new electric vehicles options for flexible medium-duty truck designs.
Continue readingIndia and China to benefit as global solar power photovoltaic returns to pre-recession growth
The total global solar energy photovoltaic capacity grew to 40 GW in 2010, according to the 2011 Solar Generation Report from the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA).
Continue readingWind energy Enercon nabs 150 MW wind turbines order from CLP for Indian wind farm projects
The 102.4 MW Sipla wind farm will be in Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, and the 50.4 MW Narmada wind farm will be in Anantapur district. CLP Group has cemented its position as the largest wind power developer in India.
Continue readingMozambique to Invest in Renewable Energy
Self Energy Mozambique is responsible for implementing a cooperation agreement between Portugal and Mozambique on solar energy.
Continue readingThe World’s Largest Exhibition for the Solar Energy Industry Boasts Another Rise in Exhibition Space and Exhibitor Numbers
Intersolar Europe focuses on the areas of solar power, photovoltaics, PV production technology and solar thermal technology.
Continue readingWind Power India 2011 -Roadmap For Additional 50 GW By 2020
Karnataka has to play a major role in meeting the national renewable energy target by adding more wind farm capacity in the state. Karnataka has an untapped identified wind energy potential of around 7015 MW.
Continue readingCalifornia?s Alta Wind Energy Center beats deadlines, exceeds expectations
The Alta Wind Energy Center ? Phases II-V ? in California?s Mojave Desert, comprised of 190 V90-3.0 MW wind turbines. (Phase I used GE wind turbines.)
Continue readingAt the top of a wind turbine
The seven wind turbines in the Lynetten wind farm are situated on a narrow strip of land that runs between a harbour and the open sea.
Continue readingIs the Middle East crisis the wake-up call we need?
It?s been a while coming, but with the latest shake-up in the Middle East ? this time in Libya, media and political voices are beginning to call ever more loudly for the world to re-think its dependence on oil.
Continue readingAquentium Solar Announces Free Solar Energy Analysis in Riverside California
Solar thermal plants ? also known as concentrating solar power systems focus sunlight with mirrors, while photovoltaic cells directly convert sunlight to electricity.
Continue readingSmart Grids in Europe
Carbon reduction programs and energy efficiency are seen as primary drivers for smart grid and smart meter deployments.
Continue readingYingli’s solar power project in Hainan to enter operation in May
Ying Green Energy, a solar energy company and one of the world’s largest integrated photovoltaic manufacturers, said its 100 MW expansion project in Hainan production base would enter operation in May this year.
Continue readingTHINK is hitting the road with GE Electric Vehicles Tour
THINK is hitting the road with GE and other electric cars for a seven-city electric car with lithium ion batteries experience tour.
Continue readingThe Sub-Saharan African Renewable Energy Industry Is Poised for Exponential Growth
Several wind energy projects in North Africa are in the development stage. This will significantly boost the installed wind power capacity in Africa. The off-grid solar power market is expected to grow.
Continue readingCLP India will develop two new wind energy plants
CLP India announced that it will develop two new wind power plants, one wind farm in Rajasthan and the other in Andhra Pradesh, with wind turbines from Enercon.
Continue readingEWEA 2011 will debate Europe?s energy policy vacuum after 2020
In less than a quarter of the lifetime of a fossil fuel power plant, Europe?s progressive energy policies that have done so much to promote wind power and other renewable energies will run out.
Continue readingVirginia?s offshore wind energy
The waters off of Virginia are well-suited for offshore wind power production. Secretary Salazar included Virginia in his designation of offshore wind farm areas.
Continue readingSaugeen Shores ? Show Support for Local Wind Energy Projects
Wind power benefits the residents of today and tomorrow. Show Support for Local Wind Farm Projects. Saugeen Shores council needs to see who will be affected by stopping local wind turbines projects.
Continue readingOn-Site Solar Power Policies and Incentives: Where?s the Money?
Jeff Wolfe, chair of the Photovoltaics (PV) division of the Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA) and CEO of groSolar, provides a perspective on how evaluate solar energy project opportunities.
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