Scotland Aims For 80% Renewable Energy By 2020
It wasn’t that long ago the prospect of powering a nation with clean, renewable energy seemed to be a pipe dream; but as some countries are demonstrating, it’s entirely possible to have one one hundred percent clean electricity – and it may happen sooner than we think.
Australian Government Funds Geothermal Energy Project
The Western Australia Sustainable Energy Association (WA SEA) has welcomed an announcement by geothermal proponent Green Rock Energy Limited of the receipt of $7 million in federal funding towards its proposed geothermal test well at WA University’s Crawley Campus.
Johnson & Johnson Medical’s New 4MW Solar Farm
After having commissioned one of the largest rooftop solar arrays in Australia, Johnson & Johnson Medical has unveiled the largest solar panel array in U.S. state of New Jersey.
Wind Power To Nudge 200GW In 2010
According to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), the world’s installed wind power capacity should reach close to 200 GW by the end of this year.
Northern Ireland Eyes 40% Renewable Energy Target
Northern Ireland is considering an ambitious target of 40% renewables sourced electricity by 2020.
Feed In Tariffs Driving Massive Global Solar PV Growth
For those with serious investment in the progress of the solar energy industry – be it financial or just a hope for a more renewable energy focused future – the results of a new study from the Earth Policy Institute must come as very welcome news indeed.
California Boosts Renewable Energy Target
California upped its renewable energy target last week, boosting it to 33% by 2020.
300MW Offshore Wind Farm Opened
The world’s largest offshore wind farm, situated off England’s south east coast, was officially opened last week.
Solar Cells Taking A Leaf From Plants
A team from North Carolina State University have developed a type of solar photovoltaic “leaf” cell that mimics a plant’s photosynthesis process.
Australia’s Climate Change Minister Signals Possible Carbon Tax
Labor’s Climate Change Minister Greg Combet caused a storm of controversy after opening the door to a possible carbon tax on industry during an interview on the ABC’s 7.30 Report last night.
