US Solar Industry Continues Record-Setting Growth in 2011
In Q1 2011, the US installed 252MW of grid-connected PV solar, representing 66% year-over-year growth.
Transphorm Adds Another Top-Tier Investor for Power Conversion Technology
Transphorm says its break-through technology reduces energy waste by 90% in electrical systems.
Important Solar Projects Move Forward: 733MW Solar Project Amp; N. America's Largest Solar Rooftop
Project Amp will feed the grid from 733MW of distributed solar; NJ installation will be largest in North America.
USDA Establishes 19,000 Acres for Biomass Crop Miscanthus
Under the Biomass Crop Assistance Program, farmers and biomass operators can benefit from financial incentives to grow and process the grass for heat, electricity, liquid biofuels, and bio-based products.
Two Solar Industry Pioneers Merge
Real Goods Solar and Alteris Renewables will join forces to expand geographic reach and capabilities.
Chipotle Continues Leadership on Organics in Fast Food Restaurants
The national restaurant chain, a leader in sustainable agriculture, expects to double its use of locally grown produce this year.
Siemens Invests in US Solar Startup Semprius
Semprius makes concentrating photovoltaic modules (CPV), which Siemens believes has a bright future because the technology has much higher conversion efficiency.
California Utility Signs Contracts for 237MW of Solar
Since January, San Diego Gas & Electric has signed 12 renewable energy contracts totalling 1035 MW.
Investment Firm to Spend $800 Million on Large-Scale Solar
CleanPath LLC was founded by former executives of MMA Rnewable Ventures. The firm plans to invest in 1,000 MW of solar.
International Energy Agency Urges Greater Use of Geothermal Energy
Geothermal is an important source of baseload energy for both heat and electricity, and has the potential to grow 10-fold by 2050.