Tri-State, First Solar Sign Major Development Agreement
30-MW solar power plant will be first utility-scale development by an electric cooperative.
Sanyo Chooses SunWize As Distribution Partner for New Solar Module
Beginning in early April, SunWize will be the first North American partner to carry the Sanyo HIT Power N Series module.
U.S. Installed Solar Capacity Increased 17% in 2008 – Report
A third year of record growth increased nationwide installed capacity to 8,775 megawatts.
Third RGGI Auction Raises $117M
Demand for emission permits remains strong in first auction since the start of mandatory compliance.
One-Third of U.S. Bird Species in Threat – Report
First comprehensive report on U.S. bird population highlights extinction threats and conservation successes.
Recession Cuts by Half the Cost of EU Emissions Reductions – Analysts
Analysts New Carbon Finance said lower economic growth forecasts have reduced by half the cost of meeting the European Union's carbon emissions reduction goal.
Los Angeles Solar Measure Defeated
Slim margin of foters turn down Measure B for rooftop solar installations.
DOE Offers First Loan Guarantee to Solyndra
California-based rooftop solar company receives offer for first renewable energy loan guarantee under the new stimulus act.
Lignol Receives Additional $1.82M
Industrial-scale cellulosic ethanol facility is scheduled for completion in 2Q09.
Algae Company Launches Pilot Facility
Stellarwind Bio Energy opens a small scale pilot production facility and corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana.