Solar Star Starts Generating Power
MidAmerican Solar and SunPower Corp. say the first phase of the 579-megawatt Solar Star development have been synchronised and are now transmitting power to California’s grid.
Australia Reaches 2 Million Renewable Energy Systems
Small scale solar panel, solar hot water, heat pump, wind and micro hydro systems installed in Australia have eclipsed the 2 million mark.
2014 – The Year Of $0, Save As You Go Solar
Many Australians may still be unaware they can install solar now and pay nothing up front – and the repayments can be less than what they are currently spending on mains-supplied electricity.
Etrion To Develop 100MW Of Utility Scale Solar In Japan
Geneva-based renewable energy development company Etrion Corp has announced it has secured an agreement to build, own and operate 100 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar in Japan.
Wind Power Helps Keep The USA’s Lights And Heat On
Some of the effects of the big chill that descended upon the USA this week have been mitigated by wind power.
Harvard Researchers Unveil Organic Flow Battery
Researchers at Harvard University have developed a metal-free flow battery that relies on the electrochemistry of naturally abundant, inexpensive materials.
2013 A Stellar Year For Wind And Solar In Germany
Combined, Germany’s wind and solar electricity output last year reached 76.9 terrawatt-hours according to an analysis by Platts.
Yingli Announces Solar Joint Venture With China Rich Energy
Yingli Green Energy has announced Yingli Energy (China) has established an investment agreement for a joint venture with China National Nuclear Corporation (CNCC) subsidiary, China Rich Energy.
Solar Popularity Regains Ground In The USA
Solar power has gained more ground in terms of positive perceptions in the US public according to a recent survey; whereas nuclear energy has lost a substantial amount of acceptance.
RES Americas To Construct Keechi Wind Project
Enbridge has inked a USD $200 million deal with Renewable Energy Systems Americas Inc. (RES Americas) for construction of the 110 MW Keechi Wind Project in Texas.