Itochu Takes Stake in Italian Solar Marketer
Japanese solar module producer acquired a 43% stake in solar marketer with sales force throughout Italy.
Flywheel Stores Megawatt of Power
Beacon Power Corporation is developing flywheels for large capacity energy storage that could be utilized with wind or solar power.
Google, GE Form Partnership for Renewable Energy
Two U.S. corporations will collaborate on lobbying efforts and advanced energy technologies.
Tesla to Produce 4-Door Sedan in California
All-electric car company plans to build a $250 million manufacturing plant in San Jose to build the follow-up to its Roadster sports car.
Shell Announces Six New Biofuel Research Agreements
Shell forms research partnerships with MIT, Exeter University and other research institutions.
Lenovo Begins Recycling Program, Sets Emissions Goal
Computer maker establishes free recycling program for Lenovo and IBM computers and sets target to reduce emissions 10% by 2012.
First Carbon Trading Firm Launches in South Korea
Korea Carbon Finance will take advantage of South Korea's large market for Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects.
EU May Provide $14B for Carbon Capture
European Union may allow funds from its emissions trading scheme to be used for carbon capture and sequestration demonstration projects.
SunPower Registers Class B Shares
California-based solar company announces registration of Class B common stock.
Concentrating PV Company Signs First Contracts
San Francisco-based concentrating photovoltaic solar company will contribute technology to solar farms in California.