10 Significant State Policies for Distributed Solar Energy
Strong state policies are crucial for continued growth of the US solar industry. Some states acted proactively this year, but inaction in others is shrinking the market.
Cleantech Complex Planned for Los Angeles
The idea is to support the entire value chain for the green economy along the Los Angeles River.
Better Place Replaces CEO As It Struggles to Gain Traction
The venture capital darling, with a unique electric vehicle charging model, is burning through cash quickly.
Last Night's Presidential Debate: Help or Hurt Renewable Energy?
Deciphering the inaccurate perception about energy cast in the debate.
New York High Rise Installs City's First Energy Storage System
Barclay Tower's energy storage system holds energy when rates are low and releases it when they're high. The owners hope to install systems in many buildings, networking them together.
Cost Reductions Crucial For Successful Development of North Sea Offshore Wind Hub
More than 40 wind manufacturers and developers are collaborating to link countries together in a super grid and make offshore projects price-competitive.
Obama vs Romney Energy Policies, Politics Have Consequences
240 chapters of the Chamber of Commerce voice strong support for clean energy, while the Department of Energy has become sluggish on delivering on loans because of the intense attacks.
Massachusetts Leads the States on Energy Efficiency
Its Energy Efficiency Standard is the most aggressive in the US, requiring utilities to increase their efficiency each year.
Vivint Vies to Unseat SolarCity, Japanese Conglomerate Invests in Biggest Solar Farm
The largest home automation services company plans to add solar for its huge customer base, and Sumitomo takes a significant equity share of the biggest solar project in the US.
CHP Can Replace Coal, Cheaply
Siting CHP at industrial sites would provide energy less expensive than coal and prevent the need for new power plants.