Power sector: International Monetary Fund (IMF) expresses displeasure at rollback of reforms

ISLAMABAD: 
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed its displeasure over rollback of power sector reforms and its team will hold talks with Pakistani officials in the first week of April where power sector reforms will be on top of the agenda, sources say.
Just a few days before...Power sector: International Monetary Fund (IMF) expresses displeasure at rollback of reforms

Global warming: The Earth is hurting universe with a perfect ecosystem an inhabitable planet for future generations

KARACHI: We have an amazing planet, the only one in the universe with a perfect ecosystem. It has enough food and water, amazing species and a nature which has created the perfect balance for long-term sustenance. Human intervention and abuse is unfortunately destroying this fine balance and if...Global warming: The Earth is hurting universe with a perfect ecosystem an inhabitable planet for future generations

The energy supply conundrum: Integrating the resources of Central and South Asia

ISLAMABAD: 
Integrating regions as single economic units is a vision of the future economic development paradigm, supported by international financial institutions and G-20 countries. Connecting countries in a region for mutual trade in goods and energy is an integral part of that...The energy supply conundrum: Integrating the resources of Central and South Asia

Kishanganga dam: Legal battle far from over International Court of Arbitration (ICA)

ISLAMABAD: 
Although the International Court of Arbitration (ICA) has already announced its partial award on the controversial Kishanganga dam, the festering dispute is far from over.
Pakistan and India may soon enter a new legal battle if New Delhi doesn’t change the design of the hydropower...Kishanganga dam: Legal battle far from over International Court of Arbitration (ICA)

Ukraine's gas buys from Europe 'fraudulent', says Gazprom reverse shipments of Russian gas from the European market,

Ukraine is using a “fraudulent scheme” to carry out reverse shipments of Russian gas from the European market, Gazprom CEO Alexei Miller said late on Saturday, further raising tensions in a price dispute with Kiev.
Ukraine, a transit route for more than half of Russian gas shipped to...Ukraine's gas buys from Europe 'fraudulent', says Gazprom reverse shipments of Russian gas from the European market,

U.S. Installed Most Wind Energy In 2012 world’s number 1 supplier, according to a new industry report by Navigant Research

The U.S. is now the largest wind power market, and a U.S. company is the world’s number 1 supplier, according to a new industry report by Navigant Research.
This is a big shakeup in the global wind market. Danish wind manufacturer Vestas had been the world leader from 2000 to 2011 but in...U.S. Installed Most Wind Energy In 2012 world’s number 1 supplier, according to a new industry report by Navigant Research

Taiwan, Germany seek search of methane hydrate, potentially vast new energy source

A research vessel carrying German and Taiwanese scientists set sail for waters off the island’s south-western coast on Sunday in search of methane hydrate, a potentially vast new energy source.
The substance, a fossil fuel that consists of very densely-packed methane trapped in ice, is...Taiwan, Germany seek search of methane hydrate, potentially vast new energy source

Oil veteran Gandur plans Canada IPO for Oryx Petroleum in Canada,

Addax & Oryx Group (AOG), chaired by billionaire Jean Claude Gandur, plans to list its oil exploration subsidiary Oryx Petroleum in Canada, the firm said on its website. Oil industry veteran Gandur was catapulted onto the Forbes rich list in 2009 when he sold Addax Petroleum to Sinopec three...Oil veteran Gandur plans Canada IPO for Oryx Petroleum in Canada,

POL prices nominally reduced price of petro Rs 1.76 per litre suggested by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra)

The government on Sunday approved a reduction of 77 paisa per litre in the price of petrol against a reduction of Rs 1.76 per litre suggested by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra). According to a notification issued here, petrol price has come down from Rs 103.07 per litre to Rs 102.30...POL prices nominally reduced price of petro Rs 1.76 per litre suggested by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra)

Judicious usage of gas, furnace oil: power generation can be enhanced by up to 2,000 MW

The government can increase current power generation by up to 2,000 megawatts through judicious usage of natural gas and furnace oil, a senior Petroleum Ministry official said.
“About 1.9 million tons of furnace oil supplied to IPPs instead of Gencos in 2010-11 would have resulted in a net...Judicious usage of gas, furnace oil: power generation can be enhanced by up to 2,000 MW

Four power pylons blown up in Balochistan: electricity supply to 17 districts suspended

Miscreants in Balochistan blasted four power pylons of 220KV on Sunday suspending supply of electricity to 47 grid stations. According to the reports, as a result of the blasts of power pylons, electricity supply to 17 districts has been suspended.
QESCO sources said that it would take time to...Four power pylons blown up in Balochistan: electricity supply to 17 districts suspended

Exxon cleans up Arkansas oil spill; Keystone XL pipeline, plan assailed incident to attack plans to build the Keystone XL line

Exxon Mobil on Sunday continued cleanup of a pipeline spill that loosed thousands of barrels of heavy Canadian crude in Arkansas as opponents of oil sands development latched on to the incident to attack plans to build the Keystone XL line.
Exxon’s Pegasus pipeline, which can carry more...Exxon cleans up Arkansas oil spill; Keystone XL pipeline, plan assailed incident to attack plans to build the Keystone XL line

To Frack Or Not? Just One Of The Questions great number of Americans wonder about the risks of fracking and whether states and the federal government

It’s apparent why a great number of Americans wonder about the risks of fracking and whether states and the federal government ought to shut the technology down. The breakthrough that now enables developers to recover oil and natural gas from hydrocarbon-rich shales 6,000 to 10,000 feet...To Frack Or Not? Just One Of The Questions great number of Americans wonder about the risks of fracking and whether states and the federal government

Half-Hearted Nuclear Energy Cannot Continue, Leaders be "All In" April 2013 article written for Prospect Magazine titled Stumbling towards crisis

Dieter Helm has generously shared an April 2013 article written for Prospect Magazine titled Stumbling towards crisis. In that article Helm points to US energy decision making as a good example that serves as a contrast to UK energy policy making. He sees chosen path in the UK as almost...Half-Hearted Nuclear Energy Cannot Continue, Leaders be "All In" April 2013 article written for Prospect Magazine titled Stumbling towards crisis

Game-changing Natural Gas and Energy Storage Abraham Lincoln, before he became President,

Abraham Lincoln, before he became President, was a trial lawyer in Illinois and a storyteller of some note.  One of the stories he told in the closing argument of a trial went something like this:
A young boy, all excited, runs into his father’s study.  “Daddy, Daddy, you gotta to come...Game-changing Natural Gas and Energy Storage Abraham Lincoln, before he became President,

SOLAR 2013 Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland Panel to Address Political Attacks on Solar in State Legislatures Across the US

POWER FORWARD AT SOLAR 2013!
SOLAR 2013 opens April 16-20, 2013, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland. The American Solar Energy Society(ASES) presents America’s longest-running solar conference series, now in its 42nd year. SOLAR 2013 will examine how mainstream...SOLAR 2013 Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland Panel to Address Political Attacks on Solar in State Legislatures Across the US

MWH Global Chairman and CEO to provide keynote address at HydroVision Internation world's largest hydroelectric power conference and exhibition,al

TULSA, Okla. MWH Global Chairman and CEO Alan J. Krause will serve as a keynote speaker for HydroVision International, the world’s largest hydroelectric power conference and exhibition, sharing his insight gained from decades of experience working in the global hydropower...MWH Global Chairman and CEO to provide keynote address at HydroVision Internation world's largest hydroelectric power conference and exhibition,al

Voltage Calculations for Solar PV Array String Sizing NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer, licensed electrical contractor, and IREC/ISPQ Certified Affiliated PV Instructor,

Austin, TX SolPowerPeople is excited to announce that Rebekah Hren, NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer, licensed electrical contractor, and IREC/ISPQ Certified Affiliated PV Instructor, will present a lecture on Array Voltage Calculations and Considerations on April 4. This lecture is part of...Voltage Calculations for Solar PV Array String Sizing NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer, licensed electrical contractor, and IREC/ISPQ Certified Affiliated PV Instructor,

Sunetric Among Solarworld's Top 100 Solar Contractors

Topping out numerous larger and older companies, Sunetric was ranked number 21 on Solarworld’s 2012 Top 100 Solar Contractors list. This comes on the heels of several other recent accolades including Inc Magazine’s top 5000 companies of 2012 where Sunetric ranked 60 in the...Sunetric Among Solarworld's Top 100 Solar Contractors

geoAMPS: Technology to assist state DOTs

The capabilities to streamline outdoor advertising control is just one example of how new technology can help governments achieve fiscal austerity.
Tracking right of way, public assets and outdoor advertising along the nation’s highway system poses significant challenges for state departments...geoAMPS: Technology to assist state DOTs

German Solar Gains from Cyprus Crisis as Investors Seek Safety the guaranteed returns provided by clean-energy plants.

BERLIN – Germany’s solar industry is set to benefit from the financial crisis in Cyprus as investors seek a haven in the guaranteed returns provided by clean-energy plants.


Milk the Sun GmbH, a Berlin-based company that links buyers and sellers of solar projects, had the most...German Solar Gains from Cyprus Crisis as Investors Seek Safety the guaranteed returns provided by clean-energy plants.

Permitting and Construction Are Issues for US Solar Industry many projects still face permitting and construction obstacles Solar Energy

Beverly, MA – Across the U.S., large and small-scale solar power development is booming, yet many projects still face the threat of permitting and construction obstacles Solar Energy.


Indeed, the solar industry as a whole is evolving to favor the growth of land-based systems over...Permitting and Construction Are Issues for US Solar Industry many projects still face permitting and construction obstacles Solar Energy

New German Subsidy May Spur Development of Solar Process Heat Oil and gas prices were rising quickly and collector manufacturers

HAMBURG – Five years ago it seemed possible that solar water and space heating would break through into the mass market. Oil and gas prices were rising quickly and collector manufacturers had invested in larger production lines. But the successes of 2008 have not continued since....New German Subsidy May Spur Development of Solar Process Heat Oil and gas prices were rising quickly and collector manufacturers

Remember eSolar? The Startup Wants To Raise $30M concentrating solar power (CSP) or concentrating solar thermal power, drew huge interest from U.S.

eSolar was a high-profile startup five years ago when concentrating solar power (CSP) or concentrating solar thermal power, drew huge interest from U.S. utilities and the company touted a design that aimed to build power plants efficiently. Then it became fairly quiet in the past two...Remember eSolar? The Startup Wants To Raise $30M concentrating solar power (CSP) or concentrating solar thermal power, drew huge interest from U.S.

Maine Introduces Feed-in Tariff Legislation establish the Renewable Energy Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology

After a long period of quiescence, Maine’s state legislature has again taken up feed-in tariffs. Legislative document 1085 to establish the Renewable Energy Feed-in Tariff was introduced 19 March 2013 and referred to the Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology.


Introduced by...Maine Introduces Feed-in Tariff Legislation establish the Renewable Energy Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology

U.K. Renewable Power Grows 20 Percent on New Offshore Wind Farms Department of Energy and Climate Change

LONDON – U.K. renewable power generation surged 20 percent last year, boosted by new offshore wind farms, the Department of Energy and Climate Change said.


Power from waste, biomass, the wind, the sun and hydro plants rose to 41.1 terawatt-hours in 2012 from 34.4 terawatt- hours a year...U.K. Renewable Power Grows 20 Percent on New Offshore Wind Farms Department of Energy and Climate Change

Resolutions To Reverse the Unsustainable Solar Industry worst time for manufacturers of photovoltaic technology.

Viewing the solar industry (and all of its technologies) from the outside an observer would be confronted by two distinct views. View number one: THIS IS THE GREATEST TIME IN THE WORLD FOR SOLAR. GROWTH IS OFF OF THE CHARTS. THIS IS THE BEST YEAR YET. View number two: This is the worst time for...Resolutions To Reverse the Unsustainable Solar Industry worst time for manufacturers of photovoltaic technology.

Bulgaria to Suspend Up to 40% of Wind, Solar Power Capacity part of its effort to stem oversupply and stabilize electricity generation

PRAGUE – Bulgaria may suspend as much as 40 percent of wind and solar power capacity as part of its effort to stem oversupply and stabilize electricity generation


About 40 percent of wind and solar power producers aren’t providing real-time information to the country’s central...Bulgaria to Suspend Up to 40% of Wind, Solar Power Capacity part of its effort to stem oversupply and stabilize electricity generation

Solar Cooperative Gets Panels on 1 in 10 Roofs in Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood of major force for solar advocacy in Washington, DC

What began as a group of neighbors hoping to reduce their impact on global warming has since become a major force for solar advocacy in Washington, DC. The Mount Pleasant Solar Cooperative was started by two teenage boys who wanted to make solar power convenient and affordable through a...Solar Cooperative Gets Panels on 1 in 10 Roofs in Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood of major force for solar advocacy in Washington, DC

Solar Storage Market Set for Rapid Growth Germany plans to launch a €50 million solar storage incentive

LONDON – News that Germany plans to launch a €50 million solar storage incentive is the latest indicator that solar storage’s time has come.


Under the program, German owners of solar systems with storage will be entitled to a low-interest loan from KfW, the state-owned bank, and...Solar Storage Market Set for Rapid Growth Germany plans to launch a €50 million solar storage incentive

New FiT Band Benefits Small Hydro Development in U.K. 100-500 kW hydro band introduced to Feed-in Tariff (FiT)

LONDON Small hydropower project developers are hopeful that the 100-500 kW hydro band introduced earlier this month to the United Kingdom’s Feed-in Tariff (FiT) scheme will help stimulate renewable production growth.


Effective March 15, 2013, the hydro band will allow projects with... New FiT Band Benefits Small Hydro Development in U.K. 100-500 kW hydro band introduced to Feed-in Tariff (FiT)

Rwanda Set To Start Major Geothermal Development various governments unveil capacity goals and project plans

New Hampshire, USA – All eyes are zeroed in on East Africa geothermal development these days as various governments unveil capacity goals and project plans. The most recent announcement comes from Rwanda – it is set to start drilling three exploratory wells near the Karisimbi volcano....Rwanda Set To Start Major Geothermal Development various governments unveil capacity goals and project plans

Cheap gas fuels North American methanol expansion slash the region's dependency on imports and boost revenue for sector

North American methanol producers, fuelled by cheap natural gas, are embarking on an expansion drive that will slash the region’s dependency on imports and boost revenue for sector leaders such as Methanex Corp. Methanex, the world’s No 1 methanol supplier, plans to raise production...Cheap gas fuels North American methanol expansion slash the region's dependency on imports and boost revenue for sector

Asian naphtha prices at two-week high the margin fell as uncertainties over European and Mediterranean exports

The Asian naphtha price stayed near a two-week high of $943.50 a tonne on Thursday but the margin fell as uncertainties over European and Mediterranean exports to the East created some volatility in the market. The Asian naphtha margin was at a four-session low of $118.73 a tonne despite...Asian naphtha prices at two-week high the margin fell as uncertainties over European and Mediterranean exports

84 megawatts New Bong Escape hydropower project: Country''s first hydel IPP begins operation

Pakistan”s first hydroelectric Independent Power Project (IPP) – the 84-megawatt New Bong Escape hydropower project – has commenced commercial operations after obtaining certification by an independent engineer appointed by the power purchaser (CPPA/NTDC). The hydropower...84 megawatts New Bong Escape hydropower project: Country''s first hydel IPP begins operation

Provinces paid Rs 36.5 billion of GDS, oil, gas royalties: Ministry of Petroleum has reported

The Ministry of Petroleum has reported that net proceeds of Rs 36.5 billion collected on account of Gas Development Surcharge and Royalties on Crude Oil and Natural Gas have been distributed among provinces during the first six months of the current fiscal year.
Sources said that...Provinces paid Rs 36.5 billion of GDS, oil, gas royalties: Ministry of Petroleum has reported

Discos to remain open today, tomorrow f Federal Secretary Water and Power,

As per directions of Federal Secretary Water and Power, Sikandar Ahmed Rai and Wapda Chairman Syed Raghib Abbas Shah, the offices of all power distribution companies (Discos) will remain open on Saturday and Sunday (March 30 & 31) till evening, for clearance of electricity dues of contesting...Discos to remain open today, tomorrow f Federal Secretary Water and Power,

Australia's dollar quietly over the moon about LNG projects very own Apollo Moon program,

Australia likes to think of its LNG projects as its very own Apollo Moon program, which is appropriate as they are likely to keep the country’s currency in orbit for years to come. While the whole world is very much not watching this time, the $200 billion being spent on liquefied natural...Australia's dollar quietly over the moon about LNG projects very own Apollo Moon program,

Romania plans to cut support for renewable energy wind, solar and small hydro renewable energy projects to avoid overcompensating investors, energy regulator ANRE

Romania’s government will cut its support scheme for wind, solar and small hydro renewable energy projects to avoid overcompensating investors, energy regulator ANRE said on Friday. Elsewhere in the European Union, countries such as Germany, Britain and Spain have either cut or plan to...Romania plans to cut support for renewable energy wind, solar and small hydro renewable energy projects to avoid overcompensating investors, energy regulator ANRE

LDK Solar Takeover Continues with Share Sale outside investor that could potentially take over the company By Doug Young

Most of the attention in the solar sector these last few weeks has been focused on Suntech (NYSE: STP), the former high-flyer that was forced into bankruptcy earlier this month after it defaulted on more than $500 million worth of bonds. But now the similarly struggling LDK (NYSE: LDK) has...LDK Solar Takeover Continues with Share Sale outside investor that could potentially take over the company By Doug Young

Mascoma Withdraws Biofuel IPO, Citing 'Market Conditions' planned initial public offering to raise as much as $100 million

SAN FRANCISCO – Mascoma Corp., a closely held biofuel company backed by billionaire Vinod Khosla, withdrew its registration for a planned initial public offering to raise as much as $100 million.


“The company has determined at this time not to proceed with the offering due to market...Mascoma Withdraws Biofuel IPO, Citing 'Market Conditions' planned initial public offering to raise as much as $100 million

Australia Backs Renewable Energy Targets

New Hampshire, USA – In response to a statutory review, The Australian Government’s Climate Change Authority has committed to maintaining its renewable energy target (RET) of 20 percent of the nation’s electricity (roughly 41,000 GWh) coming from renewable sources by 2020....Australia Backs Renewable Energy Targets

Green Cards for Green Watts become a U.S. resident and she can qualify for a beautiful co-op in New York City

In the 1990 Golden Globe winning film “Green Card,” Frenchman (and recent Russian resident) Gerard Depardieu and American Andie McDowell enter into a farcical marriage of convenience so he can become a U.S. resident and she can qualify for a beautiful co-op in New York City. While...Green Cards for Green Watts become a U.S. resident and she can qualify for a beautiful co-op in New York City

Energy Storage Innovation: Niagara Pumped Storage System largest potential pumped storage opportunity anywhere in North America

n 2009 I presented a paper evaluating the largest potential pumped storage opportunity anywhere in North America: the Lake Erie/Lake Ontario System. The proposed Isthmus of Niagara project (“Niagara Pumped Storage”) does not require that any dry land be flooded (except for minor canal...Energy Storage Innovation: Niagara Pumped Storage System largest potential pumped storage opportunity anywhere in North America

Global Carbon Market Possible through Existing Climate Change Framework? answer is Equitable Access to Sustainable Development

Back in the middle of last year, UNFCCC Executive Secretary Christiana Figueres tweeted:
Are you up to date with #climatechange acronyms? What is EASD? NMM? FVA? WEMA?
The answer is Equitable Access to Sustainable Development, New Market Mechanisms, Framework for Various Approaches and Workplan...Global Carbon Market Possible through Existing Climate Change Framework? answer is Equitable Access to Sustainable Development

Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion: National Security Implications

The Department of the Navy states, “Seafarers have always respected the power of wind and water. This is especially the case during storms at sea, where ships run the risk of damage or sinking from strong winds and high seas. Large and powerful storms, referred to as “closed cyclonic...Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion: National Security Implications

Friday Energy Facts: U.S. Coal Consumption Is Down But Are Exports Eroding Climate Benefits?

Time again for Friday Energy Facts…
U.S. coal consumption has fallen by 237 million short tons from 2005 to 2012, a drop of more than 21 percent. The decline in coal consumption was driven almost entirely by trends in the electric power sector, where low-cost natural gas, and to a...Friday Energy Facts: U.S. Coal Consumption Is Down But Are Exports Eroding Climate Benefits?

Energy Price Volatility and the Energy Security Trust about energy markets? Even things like facts?

Do politicians understand anything about energy markets? Even things like facts?
In a speech at the Argonne National Lab President Obama declared that we need the $2 billion Energy Security Trust, “… to really break this cycle of spiking gas prices, the only way to break that cycle for...Energy Price Volatility and the Energy Security Trust about energy markets? Even things like facts?

More Voices in the Renewable Fuel Standard Debate biofuels ethanol debate has moved over to National Journal’s Energy Experts Blog

The biofuels ethanol debate has moved over to National Journal’s Energy Experts Blog, with this week’s posts addressing whether the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) that mandates biofuel use should be left alone, amended or repealed. Some of what others are saying:
Bernard Weinstein –...More Voices in the Renewable Fuel Standard Debate biofuels ethanol debate has moved over to National Journal’s Energy Experts Blog

Germany Moves to Tackle Rising Renewables Costs Germany's renewable energy support policy

LONDON – Proposals for reforms to Germany’s renewable energy support policy have been tabled by the country’s conservative federal environment minister Peter Altmaier.


At a round table meeting on measures to curb the rising costs of the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG),...Germany Moves to Tackle Rising Renewables Costs Germany's renewable energy support policy

Are Traditional Utilities Becoming Obsolete? eventually put utilities out of business

The next time you’re driving around town, observe the community and see how many homes and businesses have installed solar panels.  You may be surprised at how common these devices have become in recent years.  In fact, some believe that solar panels are becoming so common that they may...Are Traditional Utilities Becoming Obsolete? eventually put utilities out of business

Should the Shale Gas Revolution be Feared or Cheered? America's dirtiest coal plants and driving U.S. carbon dioxide emissions

Should the shale gas revolution be feared or cheered?
The boom in shale gas production currently reshaping North American energy markets has a mixed environmental record. Cheap natural gas is forcing the closure of dozens of America’s dirtiest coal plants and driving U.S. carbon dioxide...Should the Shale Gas Revolution be Feared or Cheered? America's dirtiest coal plants and driving U.S. carbon dioxide emissions

U.K. Clean Energy Rules to Add 36% to Company Power Bills biggest corporate consumers by as much as 36 percent by 2020,

LONDON – U.K. measures to curb carbon emissions may raise power and gas bills for the biggest corporate consumers by as much as 36 percent by 2020, the Department of Energy and Climate Change said.


Energy-intensive companies will see energy bills soar by as much as 5 million pounds...U.K. Clean Energy Rules to Add 36% to Company Power Bills biggest corporate consumers by as much as 36 percent by 2020,

Asia Growth, Mega-Deals Define 2012's Top Solar PV EPC Firms tracks more than 600 EPC firms and nearly 10,000 projects

Hampshire, USA – First Solar completed over 500 megawatts (MW) of solar PV projects in 2012, nabbing the top spot among worldwide solar PV integrator/EPC firms (engineering, procurement and construction), according to IHS/IMS Research, which tracks more than 600 EPC firms and nearly...Asia Growth, Mega-Deals Define 2012's Top Solar PV EPC Firms tracks more than 600 EPC firms and nearly 10,000 projects

Builders launch project, hope to attract corporate buyers

KARACHI: Even a brief improvement in security conditions is a big relief for builders in Karachi, the financial capital of the country. With the appointment of caretaker chief minister in Sindh, the builders are looking for new project launches and expect better returns on their property.
One...Builders launch project, hope to attract corporate buyers

US Science Envoy promotes science, technology cooperation in Pakistan

Islamabad: US Science Envoy Dr Bernard Amadei travelled to Islamabad and Lahore this week to promote engineering as way to resolve everyday problems faced by communities worldwide, such as access to clean water and energy, a statement said. Dr Amadei chose to come to Pakistan on his first trip...US Science Envoy promotes science, technology cooperation in Pakistan

World Bank Michael Stanleto continue help boost mine sector

LAHORE – A lead mining specialist of the World Bank Michael Stanley has said that Punjab was organising its mineral sector in accordance with international best practices, which would accelerate mineral related growth in the province. He said that World Bank would continue to support sharing...World Bank Michael Stanleto continue help boost mine sector

Byco Refinery demands end to freight equalisation margin Inland Freight Equalisation Margin (IFEM),

ISLAMABAD: Byco Refinery has asked the government to do away with the concept of Inland Freight Equalisation Margin (IFEM), which keeps prices of petroleum products uniform across the country, and provide a level playing field for all companies to run their businesses.
“We have been asking...Byco Refinery demands end to freight equalisation margin Inland Freight Equalisation Margin (IFEM),

Construction materials: Scandal surfaces, alleging cartelisation in cement sector

ISLAMABAD: 
The Pakistan Peoples Party-led government apparently swept a scandal involving the cement sector under the carpet, allowing domestic cement manufacturers to pocket billions of rupees from consumers through abnormal increases in cement prices during 2011 and 2012.
According to...Construction materials: Scandal surfaces, alleging cartelisation in cement sector

POL prices likely to be reduced government retains Petroleum Levy at current leve Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra)

Prices of petroleum products are likely to be reduced in the range of Rs 1.45 and Rs 8.03 per litre if the government retains Petroleum Levy at current level. According to sources, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has sent a summary to the Petroleum Ministry after working out the...POL prices likely to be reduced government retains Petroleum Levy at current leve Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra)

Official opposes grant of 200 more Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station licences

The outgoing government’s decision to extend operational licences to 200 additional Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations would escalate gas shortages, an official claimed on Friday. On March 14, former prime minister Raja Pervez Ashraf had approved the issuance of marketing licences to...Official opposes grant of 200 more Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station licences

Acting chief executive of Gencos Holding Company facing probes?

The Ministry of Water and Power has reportedly assigned acting charge of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Gencos Holding Company Limited (GHCL) to an officer who is already facing two inquiries, sources told Business Recorder on Friday.
On March 25, Chairman Water and Power...Acting chief executive of Gencos Holding Company facing probes?

Keystone XL Pipeline: It’s About the Jobs, the Economy and Security about job and economic impacts of the Keystone XL pipeline,

Before digging into some new misinformation about the job and economic impacts of the Keystone XL pipeline, let’s underscore a figure: 58 percent. That’s the share of likely U.S. voters who favor building the full Keystone XL, according to a new Rasmussen Reports poll this week.
In public...Keystone XL Pipeline: It’s About the Jobs, the Economy and Security about job and economic impacts of the Keystone XL pipeline,

Congress’s Affair With Ethanol: Love Gone Wrong? Corn stover, an agricultural residue, is one feedstock being used to produce cellulosic ethanol

Corn stover, an agricultural residue, is one feedstock being used to produce cellulosic ethanol. So far, the production of cellulosic ethanol has been far lower than federal mandates, which is creating some problems. (Pat Corkery / NREL)
The ethanol mandate in gasoline is starting to...Congress’s Affair With Ethanol: Love Gone Wrong? Corn stover, an agricultural residue, is one feedstock being used to produce cellulosic ethanol

U.S. Clean-Gasoline Rule Opposed by Oil Group Said Near Environmental Protection Agency proposed standards aimed

The Environmental Protection Agency proposed standards aimed at cutting the amount of sulfur in gasoline by two-thirds by 2017, a move oil industry groups said may increase the price at the pump.
“These common-sense cleaner fuels and cars standards are another example of how we can protect the...U.S. Clean-Gasoline Rule Opposed by Oil Group Said Near Environmental Protection Agency proposed standards aimed

Gulf Coast refineries good place for Canadian crude, IHS analysts say Environmentalists opposed to the Keystone XL pipeline

Environmentalists opposed to the Keystone XL pipeline say it would transport dirty Canadian crude through the heartland of America, only so it can be refined on the Gulf Coast.
But that’s not a bad thing, according to a new study from the energy analysts at IHS CERA.
In a report released...Gulf Coast refineries good place for Canadian crude, IHS analysts say Environmentalists opposed to the Keystone XL pipeline

Energy security and American jobs construction of the Gulf Coast Project pipeline near Ada,

Pipeline lies near a trench this month during construction of the Gulf Coast Project pipeline near Ada, Okla. The Gulf Coast Project, a 485-mile section being built by TransCanada Corp., is part of the Keystone XL pipeline project that has won approval. It will run from Cushing, Okla., to...Energy security and American jobs construction of the Gulf Coast Project pipeline near Ada,

IMS names First Solar largest 2012 PV EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) as european companies falter

the first time First Solar became the world’s largest photovoltaic (PV) EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) contractor in 2012, with more than 500 megawatts (MW) of projects completed.

The figures for 2012 show an increase of 50 percent over 2011, according to anew report...IMS names First Solar largest 2012 PV EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) as european companies falter

Renewable Heat Incentive pushed back to spring 2014 UK government scheme to incentivise householders to install renewable heat technologies

A UK government scheme to incentivise householders to install renewable heat technologies has been delayed for the second time, prompting widespread disappointment across the renewable heat industry.

The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) will now be up and running for domestic properties in...Renewable Heat Incentive pushed back to spring 2014 UK government scheme to incentivise householders to install renewable heat technologies

Access and Safe Development of Oil and Natural Gas “all-of-the-above” energy strategy during last year’s campaign

Americans heard President Obama talk about his “all-of-the-above” energy strategy during last year’s campaign. They heard him praise the revolution in natural gas production from shale while hailing the rise in oil production on his watch. The words were encouraging, but it’s time for...Access and Safe Development of Oil and Natural Gas “all-of-the-above” energy strategy during last year’s campaign

Aluminum-Air Battery Can Power extended-range electric vehicle For 1,000 Miles! type of extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) technology.

I don’t want to get your hopes up too much, but… Citroen has tested an aluminium-air battery in an electric car and the claims are that it can travel 1,000 miles with this innovation!
This is not a range of 1,000 miles per charge, but this is a type of extended-range electric vehicle...Aluminum-Air Battery Can Power extended-range electric vehicle For 1,000 Miles! type of extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) technology.

UN Focus on Water Security and in Post-2015 Development [VIDEO]

The cross-cutting and mutually reinforcing social and environmental benefits of assuring equitable access to safe, clean, sustainable supplies of water have long been recognized as central to building and maintaining healthy societies and assuring environmental health and integrity. In a...UN Focus on Water Security and in Post-2015 Development [VIDEO]

Energy Innovation: Massive Solar Downdraft Tower Proposed in Arizona colossal structure would be able to generate 600 megawatt hours of electricity

The U.S.-Mexico border has been gaining attention lately, but not for what you might expect.  Solar Energy, Inc. is attempting to build a massive hollow tower reaching 2,250 feet in height and 500 feet in width.  If approved, this colossal structure would be able to generate 600 megawatt hours...Energy Innovation: Massive Solar Downdraft Tower Proposed in Arizona colossal structure would be able to generate 600 megawatt hours of electricity

United States for universities to divest Fossil Fuels Divestment Fever: Canadian Students, Doctors Launch New Campaign

Calls in the United States for universities to divest their fossil-fuel holdings are starting to spread into Canada, where students and doctors are beginning to speak out.
Students from across the country are taking part Wednesday in what’s being called Fossil Fools Day, described as the... United States for universities to divest Fossil Fuels Divestment Fever: Canadian Students, Doctors Launch New Campaign

New Bill Could Help Georgia Reap Solar Energy Cash Crop basically sums up the situation with solar in Georgia

Water, water everywhere and nary a drop to drink. That basically sums up the situation with solar in Georgia.
Local Public Service Commissioner Lauren “Bubba” McDonald, Jr. put it best: “Georgia is the third best state for solar energy in the U.S., but ranks 35th in actual...New Bill Could Help Georgia Reap Solar Energy Cash Crop basically sums up the situation with solar in Georgia

Learning from Germany's Renewable Energy Transition media discourse about rising electricity prices spearheaded

by Julius Fischer
Germany is moving forward to replace fossil fuels with renewables faster than most countries. But there is always pushback, most recently in the form of much media discourse about rising electricity prices spearheaded by the Federal Minister of Environment Peter Altmaier....Learning from Germany's Renewable Energy Transition media discourse about rising electricity prices spearheaded

Canadian Hydro-Power: Niagara Tunnel Now Fully Functional opening ceremonies at the Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Visitors’ Centre

Pardon the pun, but last week marked a true watershed moment for the Ontario Power Authority and the local community.
The Niagara Tunnel, a massive 41-foot wide, 6.3-mile long tunnel that’s 460 feet below the City of Niagara Falls, Ontario, made its official debut last Thursday during opening...Canadian Hydro-Power: Niagara Tunnel Now Fully Functional opening ceremonies at the Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Visitors’ Centre

Economic Growth, Thanks to Fracking dramatic economic lift being provided by oil and natural gas development

Thanks, shale and hydraulic fracturing!
Two news items prompt today’s gratitude. First, a new study of Texas’ Eagle Ford shale play shows the dramatic economic lift being provided by oil and natural gas development. Second, a Reuters article underscores the point that affordable natural...Economic Growth, Thanks to Fracking dramatic economic lift being provided by oil and natural gas development

A Rough Guide to Offshore Wind Energy and Geography [VIDEO] seas around the UK the “Saudi Arabia of offshore wind

It has become a cliche to call the seas around the UK the “Saudi Arabia of offshore wind.” The reasons for this are relatively straightforward. The ideal conditions for an offshore wind farm is a lot of wind and a not particularly deep stretch of water. The North Sea has both, so much so...A Rough Guide to Offshore Wind Energy and Geography [VIDEO] seas around the UK the “Saudi Arabia of offshore wind

Will the Cheap Natural Gas Bonanza Postpone a Clean Energy Future? US reduced its reliance on much dirtier coal by shifting to gas-fired power plants

Thanks to breakthroughs in seismic imaging, horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, in 2012 the US reduced its reliance on much dirtier coal by shifting to gas-fired power plants. This trend is expected to continue, spurred by low gas prices and increased regulation on coal. The move to...Will the Cheap Natural Gas Bonanza Postpone a Clean Energy Future? US reduced its reliance on much dirtier coal by shifting to gas-fired power plants

Energy subsidies exceed three percent of GDP: International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Energy subsidies in Pakistan exceeded 3 percent of GDP which is substantially higher than critical social spending (health and education), a policy paper compiled by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) stated. The policy paper titled ””Energy Subsidy Reform: lessons and...Energy subsidies exceed three percent of GDP: International Monetary Fund (IMF)

POL pricing: Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) asked to explain criteria Chief Justice Lahore High Court

Chief Justice Lahore High Court Umar Ata Bandial sought from Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) the record and criteria for fixing prices of petroleum products till May 30. The Ogra sought time to file a reply as it had engaged a new counsel only on Thursday.
The petitioner, Chairman...POL pricing: Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) asked to explain criteria Chief Justice Lahore High Court

Government set to clear Rs 11 billion of Karachi Electricity Supply Company (KESC) dues to Pakistan State Oil (PSO)

The government has decided to clear outstanding dues amounting to Rs 11 billion of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) against Karachi Electricity Supply Company (KESC) on account of furnace oil supply from 2009-13. This was decided here at a meeting on Thursday, which was attended by senior officials of...Government set to clear Rs 11 billion of Karachi Electricity Supply Company (KESC) dues to Pakistan State Oil (PSO)

All Pakistan CNG Association APCNGA demands seven-day supply to CNG filling stations in Punjab

The All Pakistan CNG Association (APCNGA) on Thursday demanded seven-day gas supply to the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) filling stations all over Punjab as weather has returned to normal state reducing demand for the natural gas by domestic consumers.
Restoration of gas supply in Punjab would...All Pakistan CNG Association APCNGA demands seven-day supply to CNG filling stations in Punjab

Former Prime Minister Raja issued contempt of court notice Rental Power Plants (RPPs)

The Supreme Court on Thursday issued a contempt of court notice to former Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf for writing a letter to the apex court. Through that letter, Raja had sought the constitution of a commission to probe graft charges against him in Rental Power Plants (RPPs) case.
A...Former Prime Minister Raja issued contempt of court notice Rental Power Plants (RPPs)

Interim government gears up to deal with power crisis 5-year term and the general elections are fast approaching,

As the previous government completes its 5-year term and the general elections are fast approaching, the interim government is gearing up to deal with the acute power crisis responsibly by making all-out efforts to stop circular debt from increasing any further. The country has 17,000 MW...Interim government gears up to deal with power crisis 5-year term and the general elections are fast approaching,

PKN proposes first dividend would hand back cash to shareholders in five years

WARSAW: Poland’s top refiner PKN Orlen proposed a dividend payout, of 1.5 zlotys ($0.46) per share, the first time it would hand back cash to shareholders in five years.
 
The dividend equals just over 30 percent of the refiner’s 2012 profit. The state-controlled firm earlier...PKN proposes first dividend would hand back cash to shareholders in five years

Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines aims for mid April IPO initial public offering

ANKARA: Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines aims to launch an initial public offering of around a third of the company in mid-April with most of the shares to be allocated to foreign investors, sources close to the deal told Reuters.
 
The Istanbul-based airline had said last week the...Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines aims for mid April IPO initial public offering

Japan crude imports from Iran fall 32.3pc in February y/y Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)

TOKYO: Japan’s crude oil imports from Iran in February fell 32.3 percent from a year earlier to 953,848 kilolitres (214,268 barrels per day), the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) data showed on Friday, as the world’s third-biggest oil consumer seeks a waiver from US...Japan crude imports from Iran fall 32.3pc in February y/y Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)

Extracted Oil And Gas Wastewater Causing Earthquakes? increasingly clear that oil and gas extraction processes

After pulling massive amounts of fossil fuels out of the Earth’s crust so we can burn it up into our atmosphere, we have a good sense of where the stuff goes. Our oceans. A global greenhouse. Our lungs. But what happens to the ground formerly occupied by those fossil fuels?
It’s...Extracted Oil And Gas Wastewater Causing Earthquakes? increasingly clear that oil and gas extraction processes

Adequate fuel supply to power plants: MoF seeks to arrange Rs 109 billion Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources has sought Rs 109 billion from the federal government to ensure adequate supply of furnace oil to power plants for three months – March, April and May this year. Sources told Business Recorder that the matter was discussed at a recent...Adequate fuel supply to power plants: MoF seeks to arrange Rs 109 billion Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources

Oil production from Makori reaches new high Oil mixed in Asian trade

KARACHI: The cumulative oil production from Makori and Makori-East has increased to a new high of 8,131bpd, nine percent higher from its previous high of 7,461bpd, latest data issued by the Pakistan Petroleum Institute (PPIS) suggested.
 
At the same time, gas production from Makori has...Oil production from Makori reaches new high Oil mixed in Asian trade

Ethanol and Biofuels: Just The Facts, Please The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA)

The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) has been circulating a video titled “40 Facts about Ethanol.”  The first items demonstrate the growth in ethanol production over the past few decades:

1982 – A handful of small ethanol plants produce 350 million gallons of ethanol
1992 – 39...Ethanol and Biofuels: Just The Facts, Please The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA)

Scotland Chooses Wind Energy Over Trump's Golf Course reffered to as the 'Silicon Valley' for wind energy,

This week, the government of Scotland decided to go ahead with a large scale offshore wind farm. Scotland, which has been reffered to as the ‘Silicon Valley’ for wind energy, makes this move in spite of personal and business motivated pleas from Donald Trump.
Nevertheless, Trump...Scotland Chooses Wind Energy Over Trump's Golf Course reffered to as the 'Silicon Valley' for wind energy,

Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion a Silver Bullet for Climate Change?

“In folklore, a bullet cast from silver is often the only weapon that is effective against a werewolf, witch, or other monsters.” Wikipedia.
In a speech following his Minnesota primary win in 2008, then candidate Obama said, “this was the moment when the rise of the oceans began to slow...Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion a Silver Bullet for Climate Change?

Coal Use Rising Internationally, Environmentalists Must Shape Its Course planet’s biggest sources of carbon, mercury, and other pollution

No one expects environmentalists to love coal. Most of us know the black rock is among the planet’s biggest sources of carbon, mercury, and other pollution – and that’s without even looking at the destructive methods of coal mining, such as mountaintop removal.
So it should be cause to...Coal Use Rising Internationally, Environmentalists Must Shape Its Course planet’s biggest sources of carbon, mercury, and other pollution

Does My Smart Meter Make Me Look Fat? smart meters based on concerns about the health impacts of the Radio Frequency (RF) signaling technology

At a Smart Grid industry conference last week, three attendees protested against smart meters based on concerns about the health impacts of the Radio Frequency (RF) signaling technology in them.  Smart meters use either RF or Power Line Carrier (PLC) communications technology to transmit...Does My Smart Meter Make Me Look Fat? smart meters based on concerns about the health impacts of the Radio Frequency (RF) signaling technology

Increasing Risks of Fossil Fuel Energy Investment current political and economic environment,

In the current political and economic environment, fossil fuel investments are looking much more risky than at any other time in history.
There are at least three good reasons why. First, as climate change worsens, policies are likely to be put in place to constrain emissions. We could see...Increasing Risks of Fossil Fuel Energy Investment current political and economic environment,

The Limits of Biomass: the 3.2 GW Hinkley C nuclear power station, UK Energy Needs

A simple thought experiment. What if instead of building the 3.2 GW Hinkley C nuclear power station, the UK built a biomass plant instead? We would need to do two things: build the power plant and gather up the biomass for the plant. The first is not a major problem. Land requirements for a...The Limits of Biomass: the 3.2 GW Hinkley C nuclear power station, UK Energy Needs

Gas shortage: Fertiliser sector wants resumption of gas supply Fertilizer Manufacturers Pakistan Advisory Council (FMPAC)

LAHORE: 




Fertilizer Manufacturers Pakistan Advisory Council (FMPAC) has urged Prime Minister Mir Hazar Khan Khoso and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources to resolve the crisis faced by the fertiliser industry due to continuous gas curtailment.

In a statement, Shahab Khawaja,...Gas shortage: Fertiliser sector wants resumption of gas supply Fertilizer Manufacturers Pakistan Advisory Council (FMPAC)

Market Watch: Oil and gas sector helps bourse close in black of positive news flows regarding the index heavyweight oil and gas sector

KARACHI: Despite subdued activity as investors again opted to stay on the sidelines, the Karachi bourse closed in the black mainly on the back of positive news flows regarding the index heavyweight oil and gas sector. The under-pressure telecom sector wiped out the gains after a ‘slightly...Market Watch: Oil and gas sector helps bourse close in black of positive news flows regarding the index heavyweight oil and gas sector

OGRA likely to deny crude transport cost to Byco Refinery Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)

ISLAMABAD: 
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) is expected to scupper attempts by Byco Refinery to collect Rs0.15 per litre as crude transport cost from consumers, on the grounds that commercial business should be fair and transparent and no special treatment should be given to a...OGRA likely to deny crude transport cost to Byco Refinery Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)

Gomal Zam Power House Dam Project completed (USAID) provided $40 million to help complete main dam and the power house

 




ISLAMABAD: The Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) has successfullycompleted construction of the 17.4 megawatt (MW) Gomal Zam power house, a component of the Gomal Zam Dam Project.
Gomal Zam Dam is the first ever mega project in water sector constructed in the Federally...Gomal Zam Power House Dam Project completed (USAID) provided $40 million to help complete main dam and the power house

Global internet slows after 'World biggest cyber attack in history' ‘Bazooka’ attacks slowing Internet: security experts

he internet around the world has been slowed down in what security experts are describing as the biggest cyber-attack of its kind in history.
A row between a spam-fighting group and hosting firm has sparked retaliation attacks affecting the wider internet.
It is having an impact on popular...Global internet slows after 'World biggest cyber attack in history' ‘Bazooka’ attacks slowing Internet: security experts

Supreme Court Rental power plants: former Prime Minister given option to withdraw letter

The Supreme Court on Wednesday provided former Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf the option to withdraw the letter he wrote to the Chief Justice through which he requested the constitution of a judicial commission on the rental power projects case.
“The bench is providing your client with...Supreme Court Rental power plants: former Prime Minister given option to withdraw letter

SSGC inks MoUs with eight reputable educational institutions and NGO organisations

SSGC created a record of sorts on March 27, 2013 when Memorandums of Understandings were signed and exchanged with eight reputable and renowned educational institutions and NGOs out of eleven such organizations that would be benefiting from the gas utility’s CSR initiatives during FY...SSGC inks MoUs with eight reputable educational institutions and NGO organisations

Chairman Senate Bokhari for South Korean investment in energy sector power and science and technology sectors in Pakistan.

Chairman Senate Nayyer Hussain Bokhari has said that there are opportunities for Korea to invest in energy, power and science and technology sectors in Pakistan. “Pakistan and Korea should further strengthen their engagement in economic sphere where huge potential exist. Korea can...Chairman Senate Bokhari for South Korean investment in energy sector power and science and technology sectors in Pakistan.

Two Independent Power Plants (IPPs) Saba Power, Sepcol still owe Rs 1.2 billion to PSO

Two Independent Power Plants (IPPs) – Saba Power and Sepcol – have still not cleared their fuel supply dues they owe to Pakistan State oil (PSO) for July last year amounting to as much as Rs 1.2 billion, an official told this correspondent on Wednesday.
According to sources in the...Two Independent Power Plants (IPPs) Saba Power, Sepcol still owe Rs 1.2 billion to PSO

Pakistan and (AJK)'s first private (IPP) Laraib Energy Ltd-the 84MW New Bong hydropower project commences commercial operations

Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK)’s first private Independent Power Producer (IPP) Laraib Energy Ltd-the 84MW New Bong Hydropower Project has commenced commercial operations. Hub Power Company (Hubco)’s subsidiary, Laraib Energy Ltd was successfully commissioned on March...Pakistan and (AJK)'s first private (IPP) Laraib Energy Ltd-the 84MW New Bong hydropower project commences commercial operations

Sialkot facing 20-hour power outages daily hours forced unscheduled electricity load shedding

Sialkot is facing daily 20-22 hours forced unscheduled electricity load shedding and all previous records of load shedding of electricity had been broken in this export-oriented city as a result of the productivity had become standstill. According to the business circles that about 45 percent...Sialkot facing 20-hour power outages daily hours forced unscheduled electricity load shedding

Gomal Zam Power House on test run successfully completed the 17.4 megawatt (MW)

The Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has successfully completed the 17.4 megawatt (MW) Gomal Zam Power House – a component of the Gomal Zam Dam Project. Gomal Zam Dam is the first-ever mega project in the water sector constructed in the Federally Administered Tribal...Gomal Zam Power House on test run successfully completed the 17.4 megawatt (MW)

The GRC Awards - Seeking the Best in Global Geothermal 32nd Annual Award winners in Las Vegas, Nevada

The 32nd Annual Award winners will be announced at the GRC Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The recipients of these awards often have a lifetime of achievement in the geothermal academic, scientific and commercial communities”, said GRC interim Executive Director Steve Ponder....The GRC Awards - Seeking the Best in Global Geothermal 32nd Annual Award winners in Las Vegas, Nevada

Solmetric Corporation announced Granted 4th Patent on Shade Measurement Devices

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Solmetric Corporation announced today that the US Patent and Trademark Office has granted Solmetric its fourth patent (US8386179 B2) related to shade measurements.  One embodiment of the the newly issued patent describes an apparatus for determining solar access that includes a...Solmetric Corporation announced Granted 4th Patent on Shade Measurement Devices

KACO new energy introduces the blueplanet 50.0, 40.0 and 32.0 TL3 inverters in North America

Grass Valley, CA KACO new energy introduces the blueplanet 50.0, 40.0, and 32.0 TL3 inverters for the three phase commercial and utility scale market in North America. Designed as a global platform, the blueplanet 50.0 TL3 product line is based on the field proven 39.0 TL3 with around 700 MW of...KACO new energy introduces the blueplanet 50.0, 40.0 and 32.0 TL3 inverters in North America

Kenyan Ambassador to Deliver Additional Keynote Address at U.S. and International GEA Geothermal Energy Finance Forum

Washington, D.C. (March 25, 2013) As one of East Africa’s most promising geothermal markets, Kenya boasts more than 200 MW of installed capacity currently online with the goal to add nearly 5,000 MW by 2030. Now the Kenyan Ambassador to the United States has been tapped to speak at one of...Kenyan Ambassador to Deliver Additional Keynote Address at U.S. and International GEA Geothermal Energy Finance Forum

Schletter Commercial and Utility-Scale Solar Roadshow Travels to California

Solar Roadshow 2013
We’re bringing the latest commercial and utility solar product information to a city near you!
 
Location: Cities across America!
Date: March 28 – June 23, 2013  |  Time:10 am – 3 pm
This year Schletter’s offering hands-on demonstrations across the...Schletter Commercial and Utility-Scale Solar Roadshow Travels to California

geoAMPS: Leveraging technology to advance wind power (AWEA) reports enough power equivalent of 14.7 million homes

Market realities, public policy and tax incentives have combined to give a substantial boost to the wind industry. By the end of 2012, new wind capacity in the United States exceeded 60 gigawatts, which the American Association of Wind Energy (AWEA) reports is enough power the equivalent of 14.7...geoAMPS: Leveraging technology to advance wind power (AWEA) reports enough power equivalent of 14.7 million homes

Ambient Technologies Performs Geophysical Survey to Investigate an Active Fault for Panama Canal Expansion

Tampa and Miami, Florida ATI Panamericana, S.A. of Panama, GeoView, Inc. of Tampa, Florida and Spotlight Geophysical Services of Miami, Florida carry out a geophysical survey to investigate an active fault and subsurface conditions for the Panama Canal Expansion


Two non-invasive surface...Ambient Technologies Performs Geophysical Survey to Investigate an Active Fault for Panama Canal Expansion

Report Shows Record Solar Industry Growth - Solar Energy International (SEI) Responds by Expanding Solar PV Technical Training for Renewable Energy Professionals

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Solar Energy International (SEI), the nation’s leading Solar PV Training organization with the largest alumni association of certified solar professionals, is responding to the recent report released by the Solar Energy Industries Association and GTM Research showing...Report Shows Record Solar Industry Growth - Solar Energy International (SEI) Responds by Expanding Solar PV Technical Training for Renewable Energy Professionals

Wind Energy Update: Foundation costs top list of industry focus points

LONDON March 25, 2013: As organisations across Europe use task forces to drive down the cost of offshore wind energy, Wind Energy Update [WEU] reveals the importance foundations has to the overall levelised cost of energy [LCOE]. In a recent survey conducted by WEU, five sub areas of wind power...Wind Energy Update: Foundation costs top list of industry focus points

New Oceans Study: Global Warming Accelerated in Past 15 Years published in Geophysical Research Letters by Balmaseda, Trenberth, and Källén (2013).

By Dana Nuccitelli via Skeptical Science.
A new study of ocean warming has just been published in Geophysical Research Letters by Balmaseda, Trenberth, and Källén (2013). There are several important conclusions which can be drawn from this paper.

Completely contrary to the popular...New Oceans Study: Global Warming Accelerated in Past 15 Years published in Geophysical Research Letters by Balmaseda, Trenberth, and Källén (2013).

Earth Hour 2013: The Results Are In shutting off lights, televisions, computers, and any other unnecessary devices

This past Saturday, residents and businesses around the world worked together to give back to the planet by reducing their electricity consumption for Earth Hour 2013.  Beginning at 8:30pm, participants began voluntarily shutting off lights, televisions, computers, and any other unnecessary...Earth Hour 2013: The Results Are In shutting off lights, televisions, computers, and any other unnecessary devices

Department of Energy Launches New Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiative

The U.S. Department of Energy announced the launch of a new initiative today meant to strengthen American clean energy manufacturing and enhance U.S. competitiveness.
Assistant Secretary of Energy Dr. David Danielson announced the creation of the new Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiative at a...Department of Energy Launches New Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiative

U.S. Shale Gas Meets European Climate Change Policy

Economists are suckers for a good paradox. Few things are more intellectually appealing to the practicing economist than a result which runs counter to his or her immediate intuition. Indeed, some of the most enduring ideas in history of economic thought have surprising implications at the heart...U.S. Shale Gas Meets European Climate Change Policy

State Tells Investors That Climate Change May Hurt Its Finances

 
ALBANY — In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the administration of Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has started to caution investors that climate change poses a long-term risk to the state’s finances.


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The warning, which is now appearing in the state’s bond offerings,...State Tells Investors That Climate Change May Hurt Its Finances

Petrobras, Once Symbol of Brazil’s Oil Hopes, Strives to Regain Lost Swagger exposing country of global energy markets

RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil’s oil production is falling, casting doubt on what was supposed to be an oil bonanza. Imports of gasoline are rising rapidly, exposing the country to the whims of global energy markets. Even the nation’s ethanol industry, once envied as a model of renewable...Petrobras, Once Symbol of Brazil’s Oil Hopes, Strives to Regain Lost Swagger exposing country of global energy markets

Researchers Create Efficient, Recyclable Solar Cells from Trees Georgia Institute of Technology‘s Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics (COPE),

Researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology‘s Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics (COPE), in collaboration with Purdue University have unveiled a new efficient, recyclable organic solar cell made from trees—or, more specifically, from a substrate that can be sourced not...Researchers Create Efficient, Recyclable Solar Cells from Trees Georgia Institute of Technology‘s Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics (COPE),

19-Year-Old Develops Ocean Cleanup Array That Could Remove 7,250,000 Tons Of Plastic From the World's Oceans Read more: 19-Year-Old Student Develops Ocean Cleanup Array That Could Remove 7,250,000 Tons Of Plastic From the World's Oceans | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

19-year-old Boyan Slat has unveiled plans to create an Ocean Cleanup Array that could remove 7,250,000 tons of plastic waste from the world’s oceans.

The device consists of an anchored network of floating booms and processing platforms that could be dispatched to garbage patches around the...19-Year-Old Develops Ocean Cleanup Array That Could Remove 7,250,000 Tons Of Plastic From the World's Oceans Read more: 19-Year-Old Student Develops Ocean Cleanup Array That Could Remove 7,250,000 Tons Of Plastic From the World's Oceans | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Circular debt reaches Rs 872.4b Planning Commission and United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

ISLAMABAD – Planning Commission and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have jointly calculated that power sector circular debt has reached Rs 872.4 billion by June 30, 2012 from Rs 84 billion in 2005.
Planning Commission and USAID unveiled the report titled Circular...Circular debt reaches Rs 872.4b Planning Commission and United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Ministry of Water and Power says it will control loadshedding during summer

Ministry of Water and Power on Tuesday assured the caretaker Prime Minister Mir Hazar Khan Khoso that all efforts would be made to control loadshedding during summer. In a maiden briefing to the PPP supported caretaker Prime Minister, Additional Secretary Incharge Rai Sikandar, and Chairman...Ministry of Water and Power says it will control loadshedding during summer

14 percent raise in power of electricity tariff proposed at minimising circular debt of power sector in the current fiscal year

Planning Commission has proposed an increase of 14 percent in electricity tariff aimed at minimising circular debt of power sector in the current fiscal year. According to documents, Planning Commission noted that the difference between the notified tariff and determined tariff stands at Rs 3.08...14 percent raise in power of electricity tariff proposed at minimising circular debt of power sector in the current fiscal year

Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) undertakes oil, gas exploration work in Iraq

Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has formally undertaken development and exploration of gas fields in Diyala and Wasit provinces of Iraq, after winning the contract last year. The initial contract to this effect has already been approved by the Iraqi Council of Ministers.
The fields are spread...Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) undertakes oil, gas exploration work in Iraq

Gas shortfall on Sui-Northern Gas Pipelines Limited SNGPL system declines to 550 million cubic feet per day mmcfd

The gas shortfall on the system of Sui-Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has declined to 550 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) against 950 mmcfd in the winter, official stated. According to reliable sources with the reduction in gas demand by the domestic sector gas supply/demand situation...Gas shortfall on Sui-Northern Gas Pipelines Limited SNGPL system declines to 550 million cubic feet per day mmcfd

''Non-payment'' of dues: FC personnel accused of attacking Oghi power grid station Peshawar Electricity Supply Company (PESCO)

The personnel of Frontier Constabulary (FC) allegedly attacked 132 KV Oghi Grid Station and sub-divisional offices of Peshawar Electricity Supply Company (PESCO) for illegal restoration of their disconnected power supply to their premises.
According to a spokesman for PESCO, DOFC of Frontier...''Non-payment'' of dues: FC personnel accused of attacking Oghi power grid station Peshawar Electricity Supply Company (PESCO)

PC Planning Commission and USAID, chief admits failure to reform power sector

Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Dr Nadeemul Haq acknowledged his failure to reform the power sector while reproaching donors and government for not giving due priority to this sector. Speaking at the launching of a report on circular debt jointly prepared by the Planning Commission...PC Planning Commission and USAID, chief admits failure to reform power sector

International Hydropower Association (IHA) , Hydroelectric Power Sector Observe UN's World Water Day

LONDON The International Hydropower Association (IHA) is calling upon the hydroelectric power sector to use World Water Day as an opportunity to extol the virtues of hydropower as a means of managing water resources throughout the world.


World Water Day, observed every March 22 since adopted...International Hydropower Association (IHA) , Hydroelectric Power Sector Observe UN's World Water Day

Energy boom begins to ripple through US economy the wider American economy

The boom in new oil and natural gas flowing through U.S. pipelines is beginning to ripple through the wider American economy.
Just ask Edrick Smith.
In September, Smith traded temp agency jobs for full-time employment with Baltimore-based Marlin Steel Wire Products, which makes wire baskets for...Energy boom begins to ripple through US economy the wider American economy

Simulating wind in forest environments next to impossible in topographically complex forest areas

Without reliable wind energy measurements and simulation, dependable predictions ­of wind energy yield are next to impossible in topographically complex forest areas.

The latest generation of wind turbines enable profitable production of wind energy at sites that 10-15 years ago would have...Simulating wind in forest environments next to impossible in topographically complex forest areas

Power sector: Circular debt rises astronomically in seven years: report United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Planning Commission and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have jointly calculated that power sector circular debt has increased by 938 percent in seven years: Rs 872 billion by June 30, 2012 from Rs 84 billion in 2005 due to successive governments” incompetence,...Power sector: Circular debt rises astronomically in seven years: report United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Fuel oil supply to power plants increased: Senate panel told Ministry of Water and Power

Ministry of Water and Power has informed the Senate Sub-committee on Finance that arrangements have been made to ensure furnace oil supply to power plants to minimise loadshedding in the country. Secretary Water and Power Rai Sikandar Ahmed said that power generation would be increased from...Fuel oil supply to power plants increased: Senate panel told Ministry of Water and Power

Sohail Wajahat may be caretaker Petroleum Minister Chair-man Board of Management (CBM) of Pakistan State Oil (PSO)

The caretaker government may consider appointing Sohail Wajahat Siddiqui, Chair-man Board of Management (CBM) of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) as the caretaker Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources. Siddiqui, a prominent name in Pakistan”s corporate sector, is currently chairman of...Sohail Wajahat may be caretaker Petroleum Minister Chair-man Board of Management (CBM) of Pakistan State Oil (PSO)

Supreme Court seeks record from accountability court: former Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority Ogra chief

The Supreme Court on Monday sought from National Accountability Court a complete record of former Chairman Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) Tauqir Sadiq arrest case to ascertain whether court requirements were fulfilled. Heading a two-member bench Justice Jawwad S Khawaja resumed the...Supreme Court seeks record from accountability court: former Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority Ogra chief

Sale of smuggled cigarettes at petro-marts: Total Parco Pakistan Ltd signs contracts with two multinational companies

Total Parco Pakistan Ltd has informed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) that it has signed contracts with two leading multinational cigarette manufacturing companies to offer support to them for effectively tackling sale of non-duty paid smuggled cigarettes at petro-marts.
the oil marketing...Sale of smuggled cigarettes at petro-marts: Total Parco Pakistan Ltd signs contracts with two multinational companies

Pakistan State Oil PSO inaugurates first street under street programme in Thatta, Sindh

Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has inaugurated the first street under its unique PSO Street Programme in Thatta, Sindh. Initiated under the visionary leadership of PSO’s CEO & MD Naeem Yahya Mir, this first-of-its-kind initiative will help PSO engage both its employees and the public to...Pakistan State Oil PSO inaugurates first street under street programme in Thatta, Sindh

Hascol Shikarpur begins operations held on March 17 by Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra)

he inauguration ceremony of Hascol’s Shikarpur installation was held on March 17 by Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) Vice Chairman Sabar Hussain. Hascol is the fourth oil marketing company to have commenced operations at its state-of-the-art oil installation, connected to the...Hascol Shikarpur begins operations held on March 17 by Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra)

First private New Bong hydropower project starts working project of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir set up by Laraib Energy Limited,

LAHORE: The 84-megawatt New Bong Hydropower Project, first independent hydropower project of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir set up by Laraib Energy Limited, has started commercial operations.
Laraib Energy, a subsidiary of Hub Power Company (Hubco), successfully commissioned the project on...First private New Bong hydropower project starts working project of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir set up by Laraib Energy Limited,

Refineries protest against excessive high speed diesel (HSD) imports

ISLAMABAD: As the country feels the pressure on its balance of payments, oil refineries have blamed the former Pakistan Peoples Party-led government for allowing excessive imports of high speed diesel (HSD) and spending $600 million in March alone.
“Excessive diesel imports in the midst of a...Refineries protest against excessive high speed diesel (HSD) imports

Discos asked to improve performance meeting of the power sector for improve power situation in the country

Federal Secretary Water and Power Sikandar Ahmed Rai on Monday presided over a meeting of the power sector at Wapda House to discuss the ways and means to improve power situation in the country. The meeting convened by Wapda Chairman Syed Raghib Abbas Shah, was attended by the Wapda Secretary,...Discos asked to improve performance meeting of the power sector for improve power situation in the country

Centre for High Energy Physics CHEP's fifth international meeting kicks off organised by Punjab University

The 5th three-day international meeting on particles and fields being organised by Punjab University Centre for High Energy Physics (CHEP) began here on Monday at Al-Raazi Hall. Punjab University (PU) Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Mujahid Kamran was the chief guest at the inaugural ceremony.
Dean...Centre for High Energy Physics CHEP's fifth international meeting kicks off organised by Punjab University

Wapda replaces GHCL’s Gencos Holding Company’s CEO

Lahore – A statement issued by Wapda on Monday revealed that Gencos Holding Company’s CEO Naveed Ismail has been terminated on account of poor performance.
The contract of Naveed Ismail has been terminated as per the direction of Wapda Chairman with immediate effect. Another notification to...Wapda replaces GHCL’s Gencos Holding Company’s CEO

Palm oil slips on weak export Oil prices climb on Cyprus bailout deal

SINGAPORE, Malaysian palm oil futures fell on Monday on weaker exports, although losses were limited as a last-ditch deal to bailout Cyprus supported investor appetite for riskier assets.
Cyprus clinched a deal with international lenders for a 10 billion euro bailout, sending global markets...Palm oil slips on weak export Oil prices climb on Cyprus bailout deal

Could LNG be a cure for the West African Power Crisis? and covering a population of almost 300M people,

West Africa, a region larger than Western Europe, and covering a population of almost 300M people, is one of the most power-deficient parts of the world. Sweeping south from the lush forests of Senegal through Guinea, mountainous Sierra Leone and Liberia, down the splendid coasts of Ivory Coast...Could LNG be a cure for the West African Power Crisis? and covering a population of almost 300M people,

Water situation to be better this Kharif season: Indus River System Authority (Irsa)

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan may face still face water shortages, but the situation will be better in the current early Kharif season than the previous season following rise in temperatures in the Himalayas, making more water available for irrigation and hydropower generation.
The country may face water...Water situation to be better this Kharif season: Indus River System Authority (Irsa)

Google Embraces Renewables for Energy Efficiency Controlling over 65% of the search engine sector,

Anyone who has looked at a computer screen in the last 10 years or so is well aware of the search engine behemoth that is Google.  Controlling over 65% of the search engine sector, even their mission statement acknowledges their impact, stating they desire “to organize the world’s...Google Embraces Renewables for Energy Efficiency Controlling over 65% of the search engine sector,

Pipeline Debates Distracting from Broader Climate Policy Concerns Keystone XL pipeline will unleash an oil sands "carbon bomb"

There’s much argument about whether building the Keystone XL pipeline will unleash an oil sands “carbon bomb” and whether activists are attacking symbols rather than true causes. Below is a post from last year, outlining my argument why opposition to Enbridge’s...Pipeline Debates Distracting from Broader Climate Policy Concerns Keystone XL pipeline will unleash an oil sands "carbon bomb"

Adding Energy Innovation to Climate Policy Elevator Pitch continuing debates among climate and energy analysts and advocates

nnovation vs. Deployment
One of the continuing debates among climate and energy analysts and advocates is whether public policy should emphasize innovation or deployment. A hardy round of wonky discussion brought to light the nuances of each point of view, but it still leaves one lingering...Adding Energy Innovation to Climate Policy Elevator Pitch continuing debates among climate and energy analysts and advocates

Landmark Energy Security Achievement: US OIl and Gas Production New from the U.S. Energy Information Administration

New from the U.S. Energy Information Administration:
Monthly crude oil production in the United States is expected to exceed the amount of U.S. crude oil imports later this year for the first time since February 1995. The gap between monthly U.S. crude oil production and imports is projected...Landmark Energy Security Achievement: US OIl and Gas Production New from the U.S. Energy Information Administration

Bids to Repeal Renewable Energy Standards Gaining Traction? American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)

A bid by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) and the Heartland Institute to roll back or repeal state Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requirements is getting traction, including in Arizona, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas.
But not in Kansas.
The Environmental Defense Fund’s...Bids to Repeal Renewable Energy Standards Gaining Traction? American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)

The Climate Consequences of Arctic Oil Drilling catastrophic consequences of climate change, enormous fossil-fuel reserves

Kiley Kroh and Howard Marano via CAP.
In order to avoid the catastrophic consequences of climate change, enormous fossil-fuel reserves will need to remain in the ground untouched.
2012 was supposed to be a banner year for Royal Dutch Shell, as the company planned to embark on the first Arctic...The Climate Consequences of Arctic Oil Drilling catastrophic consequences of climate change, enormous fossil-fuel reserves

How EPA Could Help Cut Carbon Emissions 17 Percent By 2020 Reducing Power Plant Emissions without Harming the Economy

On Monday the Senate held a symposium under the auspices of Sen. Tom Carper’s (D-DE) office — “Climate Change Actions under the Clean Air Act: Reducing Power Plant Emissions without Harming the Economy” — bringing together representatives from both clean energy groups and the energy...How EPA Could Help Cut Carbon Emissions 17 Percent By 2020 Reducing Power Plant Emissions without Harming the Economy

How Much Material Does a 3600 MWe Coal Plant Really Use? [VIDEO]

Utility companies that operate both coal and nuclear power plants rarely use the important communications techniques of comparison and contrast to help people understand the benefits of nuclear energy. There is some business logic behind that policy. I have a different set of interests and am...How Much Material Does a 3600 MWe Coal Plant Really Use? [VIDEO]

New Survey: Majority of US Against Raising Energy Taxes new Harris Interactive national survey of registered voters finds

In a nutshell, here’s what Americans think of raising taxes on the oil and natural gas industry: Not much.
A new Harris Interactive national survey of registered voters finds that big majorities think higher taxes on the industry – as have been proposed by the administration and some in...New Survey: Majority of US Against Raising Energy Taxes new Harris Interactive national survey of registered voters finds

Policymakers Share Common Ground on Energy Revenue, But Can They Deliver?

Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Mary Landrieu (D-LA) introduced the Fixing America’s Inequality with Revenues (FAIR) Act, which would allow coastal states to collect a portion of the revenues of offshore energy production. Specifically, it provides royalty revenues from offshore oil and...Policymakers Share Common Ground on Energy Revenue, But Can They Deliver?

Weather Extremes: Atmospheric Waves And Climate Change .S. in 2011 and Russia in 2010, coinciding unprecedented Pakistan flood

By Vladimir Petoukhov and Stefan Rahmstorf,via The Conversation
The northern hemisphere has experienced a spate of extreme weather in recent times. In 2012 there were destructive heat waves in the U.S. and southern Europe, accompanied by floods in China. This followed a heat wave in the U.S....Weather Extremes: Atmospheric Waves And Climate Change .S. in 2011 and Russia in 2010, coinciding unprecedented Pakistan flood

Theoretical Limit Of Solar Cell Efficiency Probably Broken researchers from the Niels Bohr Institute

A simple, single nanowire crystal is capable of super-concentrating the intensity of the sunlight that it is exposed to up to a factor of 15, researchers from the Niels Bohr Institute have discovered. The surprising discovery means that the assumed limit to solar cell efficiency, the...Theoretical Limit Of Solar Cell Efficiency Probably Broken researchers from the Niels Bohr Institute

Melbourne Is Now A Certified Carbon Neutral City Australia’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS)

Melbourne has reduced and offset its emissions to become a certified carbon-neutral city under Australia’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS). The city has also launched several programmes to reduce its energy consumption and emission production as part of the Net Zero Emissions...Melbourne Is Now A Certified Carbon Neutral City Australia’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS)

Why Your Business Should Consider Solar Power

During the process of running a business, entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to reduce costs and become more profitable. One option that many businesses are now considering is investing in solar power. If you’re thinking about solar for your company, is it worth the investment?
Prices...Why Your Business Should Consider Solar Power

Can’t Install Solar Panels On Your Home? Check Out Pear Energy!

This is a sponsored post, which is why it is remaining at the top of the CleanTechnica home page all day today. That said, the fact that this post was sponsored did not alter my take on the company or what I’ve written below.
This is one of the most interesting companies I’ve run across in...Can’t Install Solar Panels On Your Home? Check Out Pear Energy!

Efficient Solar Water-Splitting Catalyst Developed solar-powered splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen,

Ultra-thin films of nickel and iron oxides appear to be very effective catalysts for the solar-powered splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen, new research from the University of Oregon has found. Such devices could be used to produce hydrogen fuel from the simple and abundant resources of...Efficient Solar Water-Splitting Catalyst Developed solar-powered splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen,

Who Will Jump on the Fracking Bandwagon Next? U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates

What’s the hottest trend in energy that’s causing some countries to jump on the bandwagon?  Fracking.  The process of shooting a water-sand-chemical mix into shale formations in order to release natural gas or oil is quickly spreading across the globe.  Despite its controversial...Who Will Jump on the Fracking Bandwagon Next? U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates

Siemens receives 270MW wind power order in Canada awarded by Samsung Renewable Energy Inc.(Samsung) and Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern),

It will install 124, 2.3MW wind turbines for the South Kent wind project in Canada.

The order was awarded by Samsung Renewable Energy Inc.(Samsung) and Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern), which are developing the 270MW project, located in Southwestern Ontario. When operating the wind farm...Siemens receives 270MW wind power order in Canada awarded by Samsung Renewable Energy Inc.(Samsung) and Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern),

Trina Solar announces slimline module frames design makes installations easier and reduces logistics costs, it says, and is available

The design makes installations easier and reduces logistics costs, it says, and is available across its full range of 72-cell monocrystalline and 60-cell polycrystalline modules.

The frame thickness has been reduced from 40mm to 35mm, with products becoming immediately available. The thinner...Trina Solar announces slimline module frames design makes installations easier and reduces logistics costs, it says, and is available

DSM acquires innovative light trapping technology for solar modules

Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, has acquired the Solar Excel company.
Based in Venray (Netherlands), SolarExcel has developed a proprietary light trapping technology that can significantly increase the efficiency of solar panels. With the acquisition DSM...DSM acquires innovative light trapping technology for solar modules

Switchgrass Biofuel Potentially Cheaper Than Oil for Heating Homes

To be filed in the category of everything old is new again: a new study from the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) suggests that millions of homes and businesses in the U.S. would save money by burning biomass in their basement furnaces instead of oil, in form of switchgrass biofuel...Switchgrass Biofuel Potentially Cheaper Than Oil for Heating Homes

RSPB Team Up With Ecotricity To Create Renewable Energy Nature Reserves

The British Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is teaming up with the world’s first green energy company, Ecotricity to develop more environmentally friendly site selections for renewable energy installations which could see renewable energy installations double as wildlife...RSPB Team Up With Ecotricity To Create Renewable Energy Nature Reserves

U.S. Army Tests New Energy-Saving Tents With Solar Power, Too Army Energy Efficiency and Tents

Here’s one indication of just how quickly Army is moving toward an energy-efficient future: last year we got all excited about an energy-saving base camp demonstration project at Fort Devens in Massachusetts, and now our friends over at the DoD Energy Blog have just tipped us to another pair...U.S. Army Tests New Energy-Saving Tents With Solar Power, Too Army Energy Efficiency and Tents