An interesting story was posted on the Guardian yesterday, saying that the UK government needs a “plan B” on nuclear power because of the danger that new reactors will not be built in time to avoid energy shortages. Many of the UK’s ageing reactors will be decommissioned and there is no clear strategy for their … Continue reading Wind power could be part of the UK government
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Wind power generated more electricity than nuclear power in China last year and will likely continue to do so in the future, according to a new report by the influential Earth Policy Institute (EPI). The report, released last Tuesday, added nuclear power generation in China has risen by 10% annually since 2007 but wind power … Continue reading China
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Nuclear power revives… in Iran
The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced Saturday that the Islamic republic plans to construct 16 nuclear power plants in different parts of the country, Press TV reported. “Following months of efforts, 16 new sites for nuclear power plants have been designated in coastal areas of the Caspian Sea, the Persian Gulf, the Sea … Continue reading Nuclear power revives… in Iran
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Bulgarian referendum reflects uncertainty of nuclear power development
Bulgarians have postponed construction of a new nuclear power plant for an indefinite future, according to unofficial data released on Sunday evening after a low-turnout referendum held on this issue. According to parallel vote tabulation conducted by Alpha Research agency, although 61 percent of the voters said “yes” on whether the country should build a … Continue reading Bulgarian referendum reflects uncertainty of nuclear power development
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Belgian and German electricity systems keep lights on despite nuclear turn-off
Freezing temperatures in both Belgium and Germany have put both countries’ power systems to the test this week, but neither country has experienced electricity blackouts despite the lack of nuclear power. Two of Belgium’s seven nuclear reactors – Doel 3 and Tihange 2 – were switched off this summer, following the discovery of cracks, cutting … Continue reading Belgian and German electricity systems keep lights on despite nuclear turn-off
Continue readingRenewable Energy on the way up while Western Europe’s nuclear power share depletes
To meet carbon emissions targets and reduce dependency on depleting fossil fuel reserves, the nations of Western Europe are beefing up their renewable energy generation, but significantly limiting growth within their nuclear power industries in the face of widespread public opposition, says business intelligence providers GBI Research. According to the firm’s latest report*, the top … Continue reading Renewable Energy on the way up while Western Europe’s nuclear power share depletes
Continue readingWorld Nuclear Electricity Generation Down 5 Percent Since 2006
World nuclear electricity-generating capacity has been essentially flat since 2007 and is likely to fall as plants retire faster than new ones are built. In fact, the actual electricity generated at nuclear power plants fell 5 percent between 2006 and 2011. In 2011, following Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, 13 nuclear reactors in Japan, Germany, … Continue reading World Nuclear Electricity Generation Down 5 Percent Since 2006
Continue readingNuclear decommissioning costs amount to €66 billion in UK alone
The nuclear industry’s ‘Foratom’ blog recently criticised EWEA’s argument in a recent report that “massive subsidies to fossil fuels and nuclear energy…. remain the rule”. Foratom instead claimed that “it is renewable energies, especially wind and solar energy that are the most systematically subsidised forms of energy, not nuclear energy.” Foratom then set out some … Continue reading Nuclear decommissioning costs amount to €66 billion in UK alone
Continue readingMitsubishi i-MiEV eligible for Plug-in Car Grant
Mitsubishi UK is has announced that the first fully electric vehicle to the UK market, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV has been successful for the Government?s Plug In Car Grant (PICG) of £5,000.
Continue readingNissan Delivers Oregon’s First 100% Electric Nissan LEAF
Nissan North America brings sustainable mobility to Oregon with arrival of the state’s first all-electric Nissan LEAF, when John Duncan takes delivery of his silver Nissan LEAF SL at Tonkin Wilsonville Nissan.
Continue readingUK to offer grants for electric vehicles
The government launched state grants aimed at encouraging motorists to buy environmentally-friendly electric cars with lithium ion batteries made by leading manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz and Toyota.
Continue readingErnst & Young?s ranking of the most appealing renewable markets
China confirmed its position as the most appealing market, while the list included new entrants. Italy is well positioned, especially regarding geothermal, wind energy, photovoltaics and infrastructures.
Continue readingMitsui Engineering Plans Tunisia Concentrating Solar Power
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co plans to build a concentrated solar energy plant in Tunisia, joining a global race to develop clean energy in the deserts of North Africa.
Continue readingInterContinental New York Barclay Hotel energizes with 100% wind broad sustainability initiatives
Sterling Planet, Inc. announced that the InterContinental New York Barclay, New York City’s landmark historic hotel, is now supporting 100 percent wind energy.
Continue readingDeepwater Wind Energy Center to be Nation?s First Regional Offshore Wind Farm to Supply Multiple East Coast States
DWEC would be nation?s largest offshore wind farm, bolstering the East Coast offshore-wind power industry and job creation potential.
Continue readingSB LiMotive to provide lithium-ion battery packs for Fiat 500EV
Supply of lithium-ion battery packs marks first step for SB LiMotive to the U.S. Electric Vehicles market. Battery supplier for the first commercial electric car program of Chrysler LLC and the Fiat Group.
Continue readingChinese wind energy ready for international market
In recent years, renewable energy development has been booming in the world, and wind power development is especially rapid. Wind energy has gained an important role in the construction of energy infrastructure.
Continue readingOffshore Wind Energy Challenges and Opportunities Clearly
GL Exchange Forum in Madrid looks at the offshore wind power market through the lens of the future.
Continue readingOutland Renewable Energy Expands Geographically
Outland Renewable Energy, LLC (Outland) has opened a new regional service office in Guymon, Oklahoma and recently provided international services for the first time through work in Japan and Canada.
Continue readingAWEA offers wind overview at Power-Gen
AWEA will be represented at the Power-Gen International conference next week in Orlando, Fla., with the session below focusing on wind organized by AWEA Business Development Manager Jeff Anthony.
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