Energy Matters Video News – Episode 45 – September 7, 2011
Virginia covers changes to Victoria’s solar feed in tariff, home solar power alive and well in Queensland, wind energy powers on in 2011 and a 10 megawatt solar farm for Western Australia.
Arizona State University Hits 10MW Solar Power Mark
Arizona State University (ASU) is one of America’s leading institutes delving into solar energy research and innovation and the University has now also exceeded 10 megawatts (MW) of on-campus solar power generation.
Wind Power Gains Momentum In 2011
After a somewhat listless year in 2010, the global wind power industry has gained momentum during the first half of 2011.
Solar Research And Development Gets $145 Million from DOE
The U.S Department of Energy’s (DOE) SunShot initiative, a policy aimed at making solar energy cost competitive with fossil fuels, continues to provide vital support for the solar power industry in America with a new round of funding announced to bring in the next generation of solar technology.
University of Maryland Unveils 631kW Rooftop Solar Power System
The University of Maryland (UMD) has officially unveiled a rooftop solar power system installed on a campus building consisting of 2,600 solar panels.
Applied Materials Unveils New Solar Cell Screen Printer
Applied Materials have released details of the Baccini Pegaso, a new smart platform for screen-printing solar photovoltaic (PV) cells.
10 MW PV Based Solar Farm For Western Australia
A 10 MW solar farm and a 55 MW wind power facility are to be built near Geraldton in Western Australia.
Barclays Establishes £100 Million Renewable Energy Fund For Farmers
Barclays UK has established a £100 million fund to support UK farmers seeking to invest in renewable energy projects.
Suntech Scores Order For 100,000 Solar Panels
Suntech Power has been chosen by SunPeak Solar, LLC to supply the solar panels needed in the construction of a vast 23 megawatt (MW) solar power plant on the U.S/ Mexico border.
U.S. Solar Industry Holding Its Own In A China Dominated Market
A new report into the state of the U.S. solar industry shows the sector is holding its own in a global market dominated by China, with local solar firms ending the year 2010 with a positive trade balance to the tune of $1.9 billion.