Archive for June, 2009
Funding for a wide range of energy related projects
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Renewable Energy Investors Are Cautiously Optimistic
In just five months, the U.S. government has gone from being a casual supporter of renewable energy to the one of world's biggest investors in the space. Now the private sector is trying to figure out what role it will play in this new era of government involvement.
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IRENA Names Pelosse As DG and Abu Dhabi As HQ
The Preparatory Commission of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has designated Ms. Hélène Pelosse as the first head of the emerging Agency during its second session in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
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Zoi Confirmed as Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy at DOE
Cathy Zoi has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate for the post of Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy at the Department of Energy (DOE).
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House Passes Climate Bill Including National RPS
Late last Friday, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 219-212 to pass the American Clean Energy & Security Act. The new climate legislation includes a National Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) provision, mandating that investor owned utilities buy a minimum of 15% of their energy from renewable sources.
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Aora Launches First Hybrid Solarized Gas Turbine Power Station
Aora has launched its first hybrid solar thermal gas turbine power station at Kibbutz Samar in southern Israel. Aora's Samar "Power Flower" station consists of a field of 30 tracking mirrors (heliostats) situated on half an acre of land.
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Climate and the $3,100 Lie Detector
How can you tell when a politician in Washington isn't telling the truth? When they claim that the cost of capping carbon emissions and reducing foreign oil dependence will cost American families "$3,100."
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U.S. Department of Labor Announces US $500M For Green Job Training
U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis announced five grant competitions this week, totaling US $500 million, to fund projects that prepare workers for green jobs in the energy efficiency and renewable energy industries.
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Investing in Solar and Renewable Energy Related ETF’s
Hello. I had a quick question. Is it possible to invest in the REW 40 index? I am new to investing, and was wondering if I could just invest in the REW 40 index, or do I have to invest individually in each company? Thank you for your help. -- John G., Plymouth, MA
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Renewable Energy World Conference Now Seeking Abstracts
Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo is now accepting abstract submittals for the 2010 conference program. Submit your abstracts by August 7, 2009 and take advantage of the opportunity to share your insight with the renewable energy industry.
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