Thin-Film Solar Maker Stion Pulls in $130 Million Equity Investment
California-based Stion has raised a total $236 million for its low cost thin-film solar.
SunPower Buys Total's Solar Subsidiary, Tenesol
Total has now consolidated its solar companies into one and raised its stake to 66% in SunPower.
No More Plastic Bags in Seattle, Mexico City Closes Huge Landfill As Recycling Rises
Seattle joins a growing list of cities that ban plastic bags, Mexico City is making huge strides on recycling and composting.
Another German Solar Company Bites the Dust
Solar Millennium, one of the pioneers in concentrating solar, filed for bankruptcy.
Boston-Power Raises Another $30 Million for Lithium Batteries
The new funding round adds to the $125 million in capital raised in September.
Hybrids Safer Than Conventional Cars in Crashes
Hybrids tend to be 10% heavier than their conventional counterparts.
UK Doubles Solar Installations, TransCanada Invests in Solar
Developers doubled UK solar installations as they rush to get in before the FiT is cut, and TransCanada wants to benefit from Ontario's FiT.
EPA Releases Long Awaited Power Plant Pollution Rules
The regulations finally limit toxic emissions like mercury and lead into the air and water.
Two More Big Projects Approved on Public Lands: One Solar, One Wind
25 renewable energy projects have not been approved on public lands, totaling 6200 MW.
Airlines Must Comply Says Europe's Highest Court
The airline industry will participate in the EU's carbon trading program starting January 1.