Sprint Receives $7.3M DOE Grant for Fuel Cells
Sprint wants to expand the run time of its fuel cell back-up system for cellular towers.
Vatican Considering 100-MW Solar Power Plant
Germany's SolarWorld reportedly has the inside track on securing the contract.
Weekly Investor Round Up
Four battery makers announce Michigan plans; First Solar to build largest U.S. solar plant; Itochu Corporation grabs major slice of residential solar market; and more.
U.S., Mexico Agree to Climate Change Partnership
President Obama's visit to Mexico city produces agreement to cooperate on clean energy and climate change.
EPA Opens Ethanol Comment Period, Considers Strict Standard
As ethanol growers request higher blending rates, renewable fuels may come under stricter scrutiny for greenhose gas emissions.
Bad Week for GMO Crops
New UCS report details failure of genetically engineered crops to improve yields; Germany bans modified maize.
EPA Commits $600 million In New Cleanup Funding
EPA said new superfund cleanup spending will help jumpstart local economies.
Obama Identifies High-Speed Train Corridors
Details beginning to emerge concerning the administration's plans for high-speed rail service in the U.S.
Ex-Im Bank Guarantees AMAT, Signet Solar Deal
TheE xport-Import Bank of the United States has approved a loan guarantee to support equipment sale to Germany.
Silver Spring Networks Expands to Australia
Smart grid networking company to support first oversees smart grid deployment.