Hydraulic Fracking & Water Pollution the environmental impacts of natural gas for The Energy Collective,

In planning my series on the environmental impacts of natural gas for The Energy Collective, I had always intended for my third post to cover the critical issue of water needs. While climate concerns may dominate for some (see my previous posts), it seems fair to say that the most contentious...Hydraulic Fracking & Water Pollution the environmental impacts of natural gas for The Energy Collective,

Virginians' Renewable Energy Wishes Being Quashed by Dominion Power Sandwiched between several clean energy-happy states

Sandwiched between several clean energy-happy states in the mid-Atlantic, Virginia is battling the shackles of overwhelming utility influence. Sixty-nine percent of Virginians support requiring utilities to generate a greater share of electricity from renewable energy. The Virginia legislature...Virginians' Renewable Energy Wishes Being Quashed by Dominion Power Sandwiched between several clean energy-happy states

Domestic Oil Production Growth and Lower Net Imports U.S. has become more self-reliant in meeting its energy needs domestically

Imports of crude oil have decreased significantly over the past four years as the U.S. has become more self-reliant in meeting its energy needs domestically. In fact, as the graph below shows, from the beginning of 2008 through the end of 2012 net U.S. oil imports have declined by more than...Domestic Oil Production Growth and Lower Net Imports U.S. has become more self-reliant in meeting its energy needs domestically

The Newest Hybrid Cars to Reduce Environmental Impact According to National Geographic,

Special feature by Maria Ortega
According to National Geographic, more than half the air pollution in the United States is caused by mobile devices, primarily by automobiles. These greenhouse gases that vehicles emit, such as carbon dioxide, are wreaking havoc on the ozone layer as well as...The Newest Hybrid Cars to Reduce Environmental Impact According to National Geographic,

Smart Grid Investment: Different Priorities Could Lead to Similar Results the infrastructure fundamentals that give us the good life.

In the developed world, we take for granted the infrastructure fundamentals that give us the good life.  Healthy drinking water?  Naturally.  Reliable electricity?  Of course.  But in the developing world, this infrastructure is out of reach for at least 1 billion people.  Last week...Smart Grid Investment: Different Priorities Could Lead to Similar Results the infrastructure fundamentals that give us the good life.

Pakistan Petroleum Ltd (PPL) nine months fiscal year 2013 EPS up four percent

Pakistan Petroleum Ltd (PPL) on Tuesday announced its 9MFY13 EPS of Rs 20.4, up 4 percent against EPS of Rs 19.6 in the same period last year. The growth in earnings translates into 8 percent rise in the company’s topline and 9 percent rise in other income.
“During 9MFY13,...Pakistan Petroleum Ltd (PPL) nine months fiscal year 2013 EPS up four percent

Engro Corporation, posts spectacular turnaround in earnings profitability in the first quarter of 2013 (1QCY13)

KARACHI: Engro Corporation, arguably Pakistan’s most prominent business conglomerate, has swung back into profitability in the first quarter of 2013 (1QCY13) after posting significant losses in the same period of the preceding year. Engro’s net profit summed up to Rs1.8 billion in 1QCY13,...Engro Corporation, posts spectacular turnaround in earnings profitability in the first quarter of 2013 (1QCY13)

Lucky Cement’s lucky streak continues

KARACHI: Lucky Cement on Monday posted a profit of Rs2.7 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2013 (3QFY13) with an earnings per share (EPS) of Rs8.32 compared to Rs1.67 billion in the corresponding period of last year.
The results showed a robust increase of 61% year-on-year (YoY) and 18%...Lucky Cement’s lucky streak continues

EU Energy: Internal Market, Energy Efficiency, and Climate Change [VIDEO] Brussels Briefing on Energy

In this latest issue of the Brussels Briefing on Energy Hughes Belin, leading energy journalist for viEUws - the EU Policy Broadcaster, provides an extensive update on the latest policy developments and what to expect for the near future in the field of energy policy.
Topics discussed...EU Energy: Internal Market, Energy Efficiency, and Climate Change [VIDEO] Brussels Briefing on Energy

OGRA suggests crackdown on insider trading asked the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)

ISLAMABAD: 
As cases of collusive relationship appear in recent years, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has asked the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) to chalk out a mechanism for cracking down on brokers and company officials involved in insider trading in...OGRA suggests crackdown on insider trading asked the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)

BHP Billiton sells US copper assets for $650 million

Global mining titan BHP Billiton on Monday announced the sale of its Pinto Valley mining operation and rail assets in the United States to Capstone Mining Corp for US $650 million. In a statement to the Australian Securities Exchange, BHP said it had signed a definitive cash agreement with...BHP Billiton sells US copper assets for $650 million

SolarWorld sees massive 2012 loss, calls EGM

SolarWorld said plunging solar module prices and asset writedowns likely caused a 2012 net loss of more than half a billion euros, as the debt-laden group continued to feel the impact of weak demand, industry overcapacity and falling government subsidies.
The German-based maker of solar panels...SolarWorld sees massive 2012 loss, calls EGM

Japan liquefied natural gas (LNG) , thermal coal imports hit record in 2012/13

Japan imported record amounts of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and thermal coal in the fiscal year that ended in March, trade data showed on Thursday, while early signs of improving business confidence suggest the trend could continue. Japanese exports picked up in March from a year earlier for...Japan liquefied natural gas (LNG) , thermal coal imports hit record in 2012/13

India's Petronet signs initial purchase deal with United liquefied natural gas (LNG)

India’s Petronet LNG has signed an initial agreement with Houston-based United LNG to buy 4 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) a year for 20 years, a senior Petronet executive said on Thursday. India has been scouting for oil and gas assets abroad to meet rising local demand....India's Petronet signs initial purchase deal with United liquefied natural gas (LNG)

Beyond sanctions, Iran squeezed by higher edible oil costs premium for basic foodstuffs such as cooking oil,

Iran is having to pay a premium for basic foodstuffs such as cooking oil, highlighting the increasing strain on Tehran from Western sanctions aimed at its disputed nuclear programme, even though the sanctions don’t cover food.
Wilmar International, the world’s largest listed planter,...Beyond sanctions, Iran squeezed by higher edible oil costs premium for basic foodstuffs such as cooking oil,

Baker sees US drilling pickup; Schlumberger cautious improvement in the depressed North American drilling market and steady growth

Signs of improvement in the depressed North American drilling market and steady growth elsewhere helped oilfield services companies Schlumberger Ltd and Baker Hughes Inc beat Wall Street’s profit expectations. Sector leader Schlumberger posted earnings above analysts’ estimates for...Baker sees US drilling pickup; Schlumberger cautious improvement in the depressed North American drilling market and steady growth

ABB to buy US energy group Power One for $1.0 billion would acquire the California company Power One,

Swiss-Swedish engineering giant ABB said Monday that it would acquire the California company Power One, which specialises in renewable energy such as solar, for a whopping $1.0 billion (766 million euros). The transaction, which has been approved by the US company’s board, should wrap up...ABB to buy US energy group Power One for $1.0 billion would acquire the California company Power One,

Peabody loss smaller than expected, but revenue slides world's largest private sector coal miner,

Peabody Energy Corp, the world’s largest private sector coal miner, reported a smaller-than-expected first-quarter loss on Thursday as it pushed to cut costs in a tough market, but revenue fell just short of analysts’ expectations. Margins dropped sharply in its Australian coal...Peabody loss smaller than expected, but revenue slides world's largest private sector coal miner,

US crude oil extends gains, Brent steadies by a weaker dollar and overall stronger commodities prices,

US crude oil prices extended gains by more than $1 per barrel on Monday driven by a weaker dollar and overall stronger commodities prices, brokers and analysts said. The euro rose against the US dollar supported by Italy’s new Prime Minister Enrico Letta saying his government would push to...US crude oil extends gains, Brent steadies by a weaker dollar and overall stronger commodities prices,

Caretaker Prime Minister forms body to address power crisis improve the power situation in the country

Caretaker Prime Minister Mir Hazar Khan Khoso on Monday constituted a committee comprising federal ministers for Petroleum, Water and Power and Advisor on Finance to review the energy situation and come up with recommendations to improve the power situation in the country.
Sources said that...Caretaker Prime Minister forms body to address power crisis improve the power situation in the country

Improvement in management, distribution system can resolve power crisis: Dr Nadeem-ul-Haq

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr Nadeem-ul-Haq has said that improvement in electricity management, power distribution system, metering and tariff rationalisation are must to resolve the ongoing power crisis that has crippled the country’s economy apart from hitting hard to the...Improvement in management, distribution system can resolve power crisis: Dr Nadeem-ul-Haq

Asian naphtha intermonth spread eases liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

The Asian naphtha price ended the week at an eleven-session high of $863 a tonne, pulled up by firm Brent crude, but its intermonth timespread eased 3.4 percent to reach a two session low of $14 a tonne as concerns over ample supplies persisted. The intermonth timespread refers to the difference...Asian naphtha intermonth spread eases liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

MUKHTAR TERMS EXCESSIVE POWER CUTS A CONSPIRACY MINISTER FOR WATER AND POWER AND SECRETARY OF THE MINISTRY

Former Federal Minister for Water and Power, Ahmed Mukhtar, has said that excessive power outages at this time of the season in the country is a conspiracy being hatched by the Minister for Water and Power and Secretary of the Ministry on the behest of the political party and those who wanted to...MUKHTAR TERMS EXCESSIVE POWER CUTS A CONSPIRACY MINISTER FOR WATER AND POWER AND SECRETARY OF THE MINISTRY

OCEANS MAY EXPLAIN SLOWDOWN IN CLIMATE CHANGE BY ENVIRONMENT CORRESPONDENT ALISTER DOYLE

Climate change could get worse quickly if huge amounts of extra heat absorbed by the oceans are released back into the air, scientists said after unveiling new research showing that oceans have helped mitigate the effects of warming since 2000.
By Environment Correspondent Alister...OCEANS MAY EXPLAIN SLOWDOWN IN CLIMATE CHANGE BY ENVIRONMENT CORRESPONDENT ALISTER DOYLE

CNG stations in Sindh to remain closed today Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC)

Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced the schedule for closure of CNG stations for the current week. According to the media release of SSGC, all the CNG stations in Sindh will remain closed from 08:00 am on Friday 8th March 2013 till 08:00 am on Saturday 9th March 2013 for 24 hours only.
CNG stations in Sindh to remain closed today Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC)

Demand for metals likely to increase tenfold, study says new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (Unep)

Unep suggests using the expertise of mining companies – often seen as the environmental villains – to improve recycling
Demand for metals is likely to increase tenfold as developing economies surge ahead, putting severe stress on the natural environment, a new report from the United Nations...Demand for metals likely to increase tenfold, study says new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (Unep)

Sewer fat to be used as energy for electricity plant Waste oil and fat from restaurants and takeaways

Waste oil and fat from restaurants and takeaways will be used to power a new electricity plant in east London. Currently, excess fat and oil collects in sewers, forming masses called ‘fatbergs’, which have to be flushed out by sewage workers. Thames Water plans to install ‘fat...Sewer fat to be used as energy for electricity plant Waste oil and fat from restaurants and takeaways

Greenpeace activists board ship carrying export coal from Abbot Point in Queensland

Activists stage climate change protest on board MV Meister, carrying export coal from Abbot Point in Queensland
Six activists from Greenpeace have boarded a coal ship leaving Australian waters in a direct action aimed at curbing coal exports.
The activists, from several different countries,...Greenpeace activists board ship carrying export coal from Abbot Point in Queensland

Samsung admits its phones may contain tin from area mined by children World's best-selling phone manufacturer

World’s best-selling phone manufacturer buckles to consumer pressure and reveals truth about its tin sourcing

A tin miner in Bangka, Indonesia, where 20% of locals are miners and another 40% work in related industries. Photograph: Ulet Ifansasti/Friends Of The Earth
Mobile phone...Samsung admits its phones may contain tin from area mined by children World's best-selling phone manufacturer

New fossil fuel frontiers pose 'catastrophic' threat to global recovery dangers surrounding fracking, deepwater exploration and Arctic shelf development

Warning comes amid a debate over dangers surrounding fracking, deepwater exploration and Arctic shelf development

New fossil fuel technologies, such as fracking, could blow the financial recovery off course, says a report by Marsh, the insurance broker. Photograph: Press Association

Soaring...New fossil fuel frontiers pose 'catastrophic' threat to global recovery dangers surrounding fracking, deepwater exploration and Arctic shelf development

Obama campaign launches plan to shame climate sceptics in Congress US politicians who deny the science behind climate change

Campaign group Organizing for Action says it is time to call out US politicians who deny the science behind climate change
The campaign suggests climate change has emerged as a serious issue for Obama to pursue in his second term. Photograph: Gideon Mendel/Corbis

The campaign group formed to...Obama campaign launches plan to shame climate sceptics in Congress US politicians who deny the science behind climate change

Hunter Allowed to Import Rhino Trophy into U.S. for First Time in 33 Years Animal-rights groups

For the first time in more than 30 years an American hunter has been allowed to import a trophy from a black rhino he shot in Africa back into the country. Animal-rights groups argue that this is a precedent-setting setback for efforts to preserve the endangered species. Hunters, on the other...Hunter Allowed to Import Rhino Trophy into U.S. for First Time in 33 Years Animal-rights groups

Fertilizer Plants Spring Up to Take Advantage of U.S.’s Cheap Natural Gas Growing demand for fertilizer presents increased safety and environmental concerns

Growing demand for fertilizer presents increased safety and environmental concerns
The devastating explosion at a fertilizer-blending facility in West, Texas, on April 17 called attention to the risks of ammonia-based fertilizer production and storage. Between 1984 and 2006, the U.S....Fertilizer Plants Spring Up to Take Advantage of U.S.’s Cheap Natural Gas Growing demand for fertilizer presents increased safety and environmental concerns

Can Synthetic Biology Keep Your Food Safe? deadliest foodborne illness outbreak since 1925,

On a hot summer day, nothing spells refreshment quite like a slice of juicy, orange cantaloupe. But in summer 2011, cantaloupes reached plates with an unwanted addition: listeria. In the deadliest foodborne illness outbreak since 1925, cantaloupes contaminated with this bacterium killed 33...Can Synthetic Biology Keep Your Food Safe? deadliest foodborne illness outbreak since 1925,

Brazil's Furnas increasing hydroelectric project development to meet World Cup, Olympic demands

A recent operations report from Furnas said the Brazilian utility will increase its hydroelectric project investments in an effort to meet the anticipated demand caused by the 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Olympic Games — both of which are being hosted by the South American country.
The...Brazil's Furnas increasing hydroelectric project development to meet World Cup, Olympic demands

Senate Energy Committee receives testimony on hydroelectric power legislation package

Three pieces of legislation that could significantly improve the landscape for American hydroelectric power development took another step forward earlier this week by appearing before the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Included on the committee’s April 23 agenda were...Senate Energy Committee receives testimony on hydroelectric power legislation package

Climate Change Is in the Air became reality for the United States

Last year climate change became reality for the United States. New York City flooded, a historic drought blanketed the Midwest, and we saw one of the worst fire seasons ever recorded. By July, the U.S. had shattered over 40,000 daily heat records.
The question now is whether last year’s...Climate Change Is in the Air became reality for the United States

high-profile Rental Power Plants (RPPs) case: NAB ‘discreetly’ ends probe without informing SC

LAHORE: 
The National Accountability Bureau has discreetly ended its investigation into the high-profile Rental Power Plants (RPPs) corruption case involving former prime minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf last month without informing the Supreme Court.
In fact, not only was the SC not kept in the... high-profile Rental Power Plants (RPPs) case: NAB ‘discreetly’ ends probe without informing SC

Internet speed to slow down for cable repairs manages 40% of the country’s total bandwidth (internet traffic)

KARACHI: Internet users are likely to face a slowdown in browsing speed once again as an important submarine cable that manages 40% of the country’s total bandwidth (internet traffic) will undergo maintenance and repairs from April 28, industry sources say and suggest that given the undersea...Internet speed to slow down for cable repairs manages 40% of the country’s total bandwidth (internet traffic)

Power outages in Punjab worsening day by day independent power producers (IPPs) by the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines (SNGPL).

LAHORE: Power outages in Punjab have taken a turn for the worse over the past few days as efforts by the concerned ministries and distribution companies have so far failed to produce results.
In Lahore, twelve hours of load-shedding in a day is now routine, but outages on a few occasions have...Power outages in Punjab worsening day by day independent power producers (IPPs) by the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines (SNGPL).

Sui Southern Gas Company SSGC demands 10% increase in gas tariff

ISLAMABAD: 
Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has sought up to 10% increase in gas tariff for all types of consumers, following a rise in wellhead gas prices, from July this year.
To consider SSGC’s request and seek views of the people, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) held a...Sui Southern Gas Company SSGC demands 10% increase in gas tariff

Indian parliamentary panel urges scrapping of coal mine allocations

An Indian parliamentary panel on Tuesday urged the scrapping of “illegal” allocations of coal mines between 1993 to 2010 to private firms, creating fresh uncertainty in the key energy sector. The panel’s report added fuel to an ongoing row, dubbed “Coalgate” by the...Indian parliamentary panel urges scrapping of coal mine allocations

Halliburton in Gulf spill settlement talks, takes charge

Halliburton Co is in talks to settle private claims against it in a trial to determine how to allocate blame for the 2010 Gulf of Mexico spill, the oilfield services company said on Monday, as it took a $1 billion pretax charge for a possible deal. Disclosure of the...Halliburton in Gulf spill settlement talks, takes charge

Chinese crude oil imports from Iran fall 22 percent taking first-quarter imports to about 410,000 barrels per day,

Chinese crude oil imports from Iran fell 22 percent in March from February on a daily basis, taking first-quarter imports to about 410,000 barrels per day, or 7 percent below the average rate in 2012, customs data showed. China – along with the other main buyers of Iranian crude such as...Chinese crude oil imports from Iran fall 22 percent taking first-quarter imports to about 410,000 barrels per day,

Oil prices jump; US gasoline stocks decline Oil prices down US Energy Information Administration reaction to weak manufacturing data in China and Europe

Oil prices rose on Wednesday, led by gains of 2.5 percent in US crude on a surprisingly big drop in weekly gasoline stockpiles and speculation that the glut of crude at the Cushing, Oklahoma hub could soon ease. Weekly data from the US Energy Information Administration showed that inventories at...Oil prices jump; US gasoline stocks decline Oil prices down US Energy Information Administration reaction to weak manufacturing data in China and Europe

Independent Power Producers (IPPs) '' dues: power ministry seeks Rs 150 billion from MoF

Caretaker Minister for Water and Power, Dr Musadik Malik on Wednesday revealed that the ministry has sought Rs 150 billion from the Finance Ministry to clear outstanding dues of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) which are facing default in payment to lenders and investors.
“The minister...Independent Power Producers (IPPs) '' dues: power ministry seeks Rs 150 billion from MoF

Rental Power Plants (RPP) scam: NAB given more time to submit report

The Supreme Court on Wednesday accepted the plea of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) for more time to submit a comprehensive report on details of action taken in pursuance of apex court”s verdict in Rental Power Plants (RPP) scam. A three-judge bench of Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad...Rental Power Plants (RPP) scam: NAB given more time to submit report

Board of Management of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) profits after tax increase by 3.8 percent

The Board of Management of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) convened on Tuesday at PSO House to review the company’s performance for the first nine months of FY13 from July, 2012 to March, 2013. The meeting was chaired by Ahsan Bashir and members in attendance were Dr Mirza Ikhtiar Baig, Mohammad...Board of Management of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) profits after tax increase by 3.8 percent

CEO of Islamabad Electric Supply Company (Iesco) retained without notification

Top officials of the Ministry of Water and Power have reportedly retained the retired Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Islamabad Electricity Company (Iesco) Javed Pervez without any notification,  The influential CEO Iesco retired from service on April 22 this year after reaching...CEO of Islamabad Electric Supply Company (Iesco) retained without notification

Clarification news "Fraud exposed in purchase of transformers

A spokesman of Pan Power Company said here Wednesday that there is no reality in the carried by Business Recorder dated April 11th 2013 with a title “Fraud exposed in purchase of transformers: Pepco fails to take action over inquiry recommendations.”
The spokesman clarified that...Clarification news "Fraud exposed in purchase of transformers

Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (Fesco) ends forced loadshedding: spokesman

Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (Fesco) has ended all types of forced loadshedding in this region now only scheduled load management would be allowed, said a spokesman of Fesco. The Fesco management has made a humble appeal to the Fesco consumers to use minimum electricity during peak...Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (Fesco) ends forced loadshedding: spokesman

Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC), initiates efforts to procure hydropower for Karachi recently issued climate change policy to add renewable energy

Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC), pursuant to its recently issued climate change policy to add renewable energy share into the mix, has started discussions with the Laraib Group, leaders of private hydropower projects in Pakistan and Azad Kashmir with a view to procure power from 640 MW...Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC), initiates efforts to procure hydropower for Karachi recently issued climate change policy to add renewable energy

No additional gas available for power sector 16,000 tons of furnace oil supplies daily to generation companies,

The current levels of power cuts – 12 hours in urban and 18 to 20 hours in rural areas – is being made possible through 16,000 tons of furnace oil supplies daily to generation companies, which the caretaker government wants to enhance to 20,000 tons as well as 779 mmmcfd of gas per...No additional gas available for power sector 16,000 tons of furnace oil supplies daily to generation companies,

'IP gas pipeline project will boost economic ties' important role in increasing economic

Punjab Law Minister Shams Mehmood Mirza has said that Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline project will play an important role in increasing economic ties. He was talking to Iranian Consul General in Lahore Muhammad Hussain Bani Asadi, here on Wednesday. Mirza said Pakistan and Iran have deep-rooted trade...'IP gas pipeline project will boost economic ties' important role in increasing economic

Jafferabad, Jhal Magsi, Naseerabad: Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources planning four schemes for gas provision, PM told

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources has informed the Prime Minister that the federal government is planning four schemes for providing gas to the people of Jafferabad, Jhal Magsi and Naseerabad. Sources said that Prime Minister was informed by Petroleum Ministry that Sui Southern Gas...Jafferabad, Jhal Magsi, Naseerabad: Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources planning four schemes for gas provision, PM told

Department of Energy (DOE) Selects Four Pilot Projects for Military Drop-in Biofuels Development

New Hampshire, USA – After a tumultuous year of opposition and rebuttals from members of Congress, the U.S. biofuels industry was able to maintain support from the more-than-willing U.S. military. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced the next phase of development plans last week –...Department of Energy (DOE) Selects Four Pilot Projects for Military Drop-in Biofuels Development

South Africa Metalworkers to Invest 1 Billion Rand in Renewables - energy projects as a power-capacity shortage in the continent's largest economy

Johannesburg, South Africa – South African metalworkers’ pension funds will invest 1 billion rand ($109 million) in renewable- energy projects as a power-capacity shortage in the continent’s largest economy threatens outages as early as this winter.


The Metal Industries...South Africa Metalworkers to Invest 1 Billion Rand in Renewables - energy projects as a power-capacity shortage in the continent's largest economy

Anonymous Donors Fund Solar Projects Across the U.S. oming forward to fund solar projects at K-12 schools, universities and municipalities

As the enthusiasm for solar power grows, so does the generosity. Anonymous donors have been coming forward to fund solar projects at K-12 schools, universities and municipalities across the nation. Many donations are graciously accepted; others are viewed with skepticism.
Earlier this week...Anonymous Donors Fund Solar Projects Across the U.S. oming forward to fund solar projects at K-12 schools, universities and municipalities

Helpful Guidance for Renewable Production Tax Credit PTC "Begin Construction" and "Continuous Efforts" American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 ("ATRA")

As noted in our prior article, New Twist to the Renewable PTC Extension: Defining “Under Construction,” published March 12, 2013, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (“ATRA”) extends the Production Tax Credit (“PTC”) and Investment Tax Credit...Helpful Guidance for Renewable Production Tax Credit PTC "Begin Construction" and "Continuous Efforts" American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 ("ATRA")

Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) by 2030: Time to Act "everyone in the world will have access to electricity World Bank Group

If an emerging coalition to build a sustainable energy future succeeds in achieving its goals, “everyone in the world will have access to electricity,” World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim told members of the Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) initiative’s Advisory Board,...Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) by 2030: Time to Act "everyone in the world will have access to electricity World Bank Group

President Obama's Proposed FY'14 Energy Budget: What's Missing? Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy,

The non-profit Environment and Energy Study Institute held one of its many Congressional briefings, and on Friday, April 19th, the briefing was on the Administration’s proposed FY14 energy budget.


Jason Walsh, Senior Advisor, Dept. of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable...President Obama's Proposed FY'14 Energy Budget: What's Missing? Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy,

U.S. States Turning Against Renewable Portfolio Standards as Gas Plunges

More than half the U.S. states with laws requiring utilities to buy renewable energy are considering ways to pare back those mandates after a plunge in natural gas prices brought on by technology that boosted supply.


Sixteen of the 29 states with renewable portfolio standards are considering...U.S. States Turning Against Renewable Portfolio Standards as Gas Plunges

Energy Efficiency Finds Its Cell Phone, Part II “Yes! A chance to buy a new super energy-saving model.”

If you’re an energy efficiency geek and your refrigerator breaks down, you probably think, “Yes! A chance to buy a new super energy-saving model.”
But you’re the exception. Most consumers consider price tag before ENERGY STAR certification. Human nature being what it is, they choose the...Energy Efficiency Finds Its Cell Phone, Part II “Yes! A chance to buy a new super energy-saving model.”

United States' Solar Decathlon Readies for Its First Road Trip in 2002. Since 2005 the competition,

The world’s first Solar Decathlon was held in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall, our nation’s front yard, in 2002. Since 2005 the competition, which invites university teams from around the world to design tomorrow’s solar homes—today, has been held biennially on the mall. It’s...United States' Solar Decathlon Readies for Its First Road Trip in 2002. Since 2005 the competition,

ImagineSolar Announces Updated Advanced Online Training - PV320e Advanced PV System Design and NABCEP Exam Prep

Austin, TX ImagineSolar’s updated PV320e is now available! Our advanced online course now includes 60 hours of advanced PV system design instruction as well as weekly office hours with ImagineSolar instructors. PV320e participants can now satisfy the 58-hour educational requirements on... ImagineSolar Announces Updated Advanced Online Training - PV320e Advanced PV System Design and NABCEP Exam Prep

ImagineSolar Announces Upcoming Advanced Lab Class and Solar Roadshow

Austin, TX ImagineSolar plays host for Schletter’s Solar Roadshow on Friday May 3rd. Come by on Friday for the Roadshow, we will conduct drawings for $100 coupons on ImagineSolar courses. Take a tour of our training facility and plan to stay in Austin May 4th and 5th for our workshop...ImagineSolar Announces Upcoming Advanced Lab Class and Solar Roadshow

ReneSola Signs 44 MW Solar Module Agreement with Enerparc leading global manufacturer of solar photovoltaic ("PV") modules and wafers

JIASHAN, China, April 24, 2013 ReneSola Ltd (“ReneSola”) (NYSE: SOL), a leading global manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (“PV”) modules and wafers, today announced it has agreed to provide Enerparc AG (“Enerparc”), an internationally oriented and dynamically...ReneSola Signs 44 MW Solar Module Agreement with Enerparc leading global manufacturer of solar photovoltaic ("PV") modules and wafers

Schneider Electric recognized as a leading competitive PV equipment supplier recent research "The Global PV Inverter Landscape"

Rueil Malmaison, 24 April, 2013 Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, is honored to have been distinguished by GTM Research as one of the Top 3 most “Competitively Positioned PV Inverter Companies”, in their most recent research “The Global PV...Schneider Electric recognized as a leading competitive PV equipment supplier recent research "The Global PV Inverter Landscape"

With new solar tracker installation, Berkshire East becomes world's first ski area fully powered with on-site renewables

A new solar installation has helped the central Massachusetts family run ski area, Berkshire East, become the world’s first ski area to be powered entirely from on-site renewables.
Charlemont, MA The year-round resort recently developed a 500kW solar tracker farm that will produce...With new solar tracker installation, Berkshire East becomes world's first ski area fully powered with on-site renewables

Residential Solar Sub-Contractors Work for Pennies

Are you tired of installing 25 jobs to earn as much as you could if you sold one (1) yourself?
It takes different muscles to sell solar compared to installing it,
Rich Hessler helps residential solar sub-contractors compete for self-generated new business.
We provide solar business development...Residential Solar Sub-Contractors Work for Pennies

EU PVSEC and IPVEA present the PV Production Forum 2013 on 02 October 2013 at the 28th EU PVSEC in Paris, France

Hanau/Orlando, 22 April 2013 – The European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) and the International Photovoltaic Equipment Association (IPVEA) present the PV Production Forum 2013 on Wednesday, 02 October 2013 during the 28th EU PVSEC in Paris, France.
Jointly...EU PVSEC and IPVEA present the PV Production Forum 2013 on 02 October 2013 at the 28th EU PVSEC in Paris, France

1,752 Contributions from 76 Countries Submitted for Presentation EUPVSEC European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition 2013 in Paris, France

Munich, 08 April 2013 – With 1,752 research, industry and market contributions (abstracts) from 76 countries applying for presentation at the Conference, the response to the Call for Papers for the 28th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) is compelling. The...1,752 Contributions from 76 Countries Submitted for Presentation EUPVSEC European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition 2013 in Paris, France

Intersolar North America Spotlights Energy Storage Innovations Expanded Energy Storage Special Exhibition will feature industry leaders,

SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2013 Expanded Energy Storage Special Exhibition will feature industry leaders, offer educational presentations on New Technologies and Market Trends


Intersolar North America, the most attended industry exhibition and conference in North America for solar professionals...Intersolar North America Spotlights Energy Storage Innovations Expanded Energy Storage Special Exhibition will feature industry leaders,

UK: Conergy completes 4.5 MW solar power plant for Lightsource Renewable Energy Renewable Obligation Certificates (ROCs) and power purchase agreements (PPAs)

Solar farms paying off in the UK, thanks to Renewable Obligation Certificates (ROCs) and power purchase agreements (PPAs)
Hamburg / Milton Keynes, 24 April 2013 Conergy, one of the world’s leading PV solution and service providers, announced today the completion of a 4.5 megawatt solar...UK: Conergy completes 4.5 MW solar power plant for Lightsource Renewable Energy Renewable Obligation Certificates (ROCs) and power purchase agreements (PPAs)

Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) Seeks Entries for the Best in Geothermal

Washington, D.C. (April 22, 2013) Today the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) announced a call for entries for GEA Honors 2013.


“After two successful years of honoring the best in the business, we are pleased to have the opportunity to again recognize the inspiring innovators and...Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) Seeks Entries for the Best in Geothermal

NHA National Hydropower Association honors eight companies with annual water stewardship awards

Washington, D.C. (April 23, 2013) Washington, D.C. (April 23, 2013) – The National Hydropower Association today recognized eight companies through its Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters (OSAW) Awards. The winners – PPL, Holtwood, New York Power Authority, Avista, Tacoma Power,...NHA National Hydropower Association honors eight companies with annual water stewardship awards

USSolar Institute and Florida Solar One Lead Charge to Clean up Florida's photovoltaic (PV) industry,

Lake Mary Florida Florida’s USSolar Institute (USSI) exposes solar panel maker Blue Chip Energy as a fraud in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, sparking a nationwide panel recall from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listing, violations citations, and more.
“ASP claimed to have sold me...USSolar Institute and Florida Solar One Lead Charge to Clean up Florida's photovoltaic (PV) industry,

ReneSola Receives 'Desert-Proof' Accreditation for Solar Panels certifies PV modules ideal for Middle East climate

Leading certification body TÜV Nord certifies PV modules ideal for Middle East climate
DUBIA, UAE, April 23rd 2013 ReneSola (NYSE: SOL), a leading global manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (“PV”) modules and wafers, has announced that following its participation at the World Future...ReneSola Receives 'Desert-Proof' Accreditation for Solar Panels certifies PV modules ideal for Middle East climate

Asia Report: Balancing China's Solar PV Market Volatility according to SolarBuzz analyst Michael Barker in a recent report

New Hampshire, USA – China’s solar PV demand sunk 23 percent in 1Q13 to 6.2 gigawatts (GW), driven by seasonality and policy incentive deadlines. Chinese demand largely drove a burnoff in upstream inventory accumulated over several quarters, but repetitive swings in Chinese demand...Asia Report: Balancing China's Solar PV Market Volatility according to SolarBuzz analyst Michael Barker in a recent report

New EPA Guidelines for Response to Radioactivity Releases draft Protective Action Guideline (PAG)

By Jim Hopf
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency just released a draft Protective Action Guideline (PAG) that sets standards and makes recommendations for the response to a large release of radioactive material into the environment (e.g., from a nuclear plant accident or a dirty bomb...New EPA Guidelines for Response to Radioactivity Releases draft Protective Action Guideline (PAG)

20th Century Temperatures the Hottest in 1400 Years: New Climate Change according to a first-of-its-kind scientific study

Global average temperatures were the hottest in 1400 years in the 20th century, more specifically during the period 1971-2000, according to a first-of-its-kind scientific study. The study, conducted by a team of 78 climate researchers in 24 countries, helps break new ground in climate science...20th Century Temperatures the Hottest in 1400 Years: New Climate Change according to a first-of-its-kind scientific study

Climate Change: New Report Offers Principles for Managing the Arctic will be ice-free in our lifetime

The Arctic is changing rapidly. Rising temperatures are heating the region twice as fast as the rest of the planet, and scientists predict the Arctic will be ice-free in our lifetime.
Many Alaska residents are scrambling to adjust. Native Alaskan villages have had to relocate because of rising...Climate Change: New Report Offers Principles for Managing the Arctic will be ice-free in our lifetime

Standard Solar Installs Fourth Aggregate Net-Metered Solar System in Kent County at Fairlee Lagoons

ROCKVILLE, MD Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development, construction, integration, financing and installation of solar electric systems, today announced it has completed the installation of an 809.4 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) system at Fairlee Lagoons in Kent County,...Standard Solar Installs Fourth Aggregate Net-Metered Solar System in Kent County at Fairlee Lagoons

Portraits of the Solar Energy Market: How Key States Are Faring pre-conference look at how states' solar markets are faring

By Stephen Lacey, Herman Trabish and Eric Wesoff
The GTM Solar Summit kicked off yesterday with a pre-conference look at how states’ solar markets are faring. With more than 3.1 gigawatts of capacity installed last year, the U.S. market seems healthy and continues to grow. However, some...Portraits of the Solar Energy Market: How Key States Are Faring pre-conference look at how states' solar markets are faring

EPA Slams State Department's Draft Impact Statement For Keystone XL pipeline, “Insufficient Information.”

On the proposed Keystone XL pipeline, EPA rated the adequacy of the State Department’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) as having “Insufficient Information.”
EPA’s Cynthia Giles, the Assistant Administrator for the Office of Enforcement, has submitted the agency’s public...EPA Slams State Department's Draft Impact Statement For Keystone XL pipeline, “Insufficient Information.”

Election in British Columbia Has Global Energy Implications major push to expand pipeline capacity to Canada's coasts

With the third largest proven reserves of oil in the world, and limited means of shipping that oil to foreign markets, there has been a major push to expand pipeline capacity to Canada’s coasts and on one of those coasts, running the length of British Columbia, there is an election...Election in British Columbia Has Global Energy Implications major push to expand pipeline capacity to Canada's coasts

Saudi Arabia Looks to NREL for Solar Monitoring Expertise US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Saudi Arabia is jumping headlong into renewable energy, with plans to install more solar and wind power in the next 20 years than the rest of the world has installed to date.




NREL’s Steve Wilcox at the K.A.CARE site training Saudi industry and academic personnel...Saudi Arabia Looks to NREL for Solar Monitoring Expertise US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)

Making Sense of PV Parity: Quantifying Solar's Competitiveness detractors pointing out grid limitations and studies suggesting cost shifting

Nicasio, California – The PV industry is the subject of an increasingly confusing discussion about its future. Statements that solar PV is competitive today and will expand exponentially are countered by detractors pointing out grid limitations and studies suggesting cost shifting. What...Making Sense of PV Parity: Quantifying Solar's Competitiveness detractors pointing out grid limitations and studies suggesting cost shifting

Clean Energy Policy: A Three-Legged Stool frustration about unrealistic political rhetoric on energy,

As I sit here at the jam-packed BNEF Summit listening to Senator Murkowski express her frustration about unrealistic political rhetoric on energy, I’m reflecting upon all the recent discussion among clean energy advocates here in the U.S. about priorities.
There’s a recognition that...Clean Energy Policy: A Three-Legged Stool frustration about unrealistic political rhetoric on energy,

Senate Bill Advances Energy Efficiency Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act,

enators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Rob Portman(R-OH) reintroduced their Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act, an energy efficiency bill that is supported by the National Association of Manufacturers, the Alliance to Save Energy and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association...Senate Bill Advances Energy Efficiency Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act,

China’s Emerging Sustainable Cities and Their Lessons for US Cities historic trade and investment delegation

Take a tour of China’s fast-growing megacities and you’re likely to come away astonished. Those of us who joined Gov. Edmund G. Brown, Jr.’s historic trade and investment delegation last week were struck by the sheer size and rapid scale of development in dozens of cities, from Beijing and...China’s Emerging Sustainable Cities and Their Lessons for US Cities historic trade and investment delegation

China trounces U.S. in green energy investments green energy investment dollars last year

China retook its top spot as global leader in the clean energy race, attracting nearly twice the green energy investment dollars last year as the United States did.
Investors plowed $65 billion into Chinese wind farms, solar panel arrays and other clean energy projects in 2012, a 20% increase...China trounces U.S. in green energy investments green energy investment dollars last year

Renewable Energy Capacity in Asia to Reach 535.2 GW by 2020 decade according to the latest research from GlobalData

The total amount of renewable energy capacity installed in the Asia-Pacific region excluding hydropower is set to hit 535.2 gigawatts by the end of the decade according to the latest research from GlobalData.
According to GlobalData’s Renewable Energy Market in Asia-Pacific to 2020 report,...Renewable Energy Capacity in Asia to Reach 535.2 GW by 2020 decade according to the latest research from GlobalData

Delhi fails to meet renewable energy target: installed renewable energy capacity, according to a report released by Greenpeace

New Delhi, Apr 22 (IANS) Delhi fared worst among 29 states and union territories in fulfilling its renewable energy target by not having even one percent of the installed renewable energy capacity, according to a report released by Greenpeace Monday.
 
The assessment report on renewable...Delhi fails to meet renewable energy target: installed renewable energy capacity, according to a report released by Greenpeace

U.S. States Turn Against Renewable Energy as Gas Plunges plunge in natural gas prices brought on by technology that boosted supply

More than half the U.S. states with laws requiring utilities to buy renewable energy are considering ways to pare back those mandates after a plunge in natural gas prices brought on by technology that boosted supply.
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April 22 (Bloomberg) — Jack Gerard, chief executive officer of the...U.S. States Turn Against Renewable Energy as Gas Plunges plunge in natural gas prices brought on by technology that boosted supply

IBM collaboration aims to make a PV system that could power the Earth High Concentration Photovoltaic Thermal system

A High Concentration Photovoltaic Thermal system could harness the energy of 2000 suns
 
Scientists have announced a collaboration to develop an affordable PV system which could harness the power of 2,000 suns and collect 80 percent of incoming radiation converting it to useful energy. The...IBM collaboration aims to make a PV system that could power the Earth High Concentration Photovoltaic Thermal system

Anti-wind farm lobby claims break all laws of physics produced such arrogant statement’s as Rutherford‘s claim

The case of the increasingly vocal lobby groups against wind farms in populated areas is based on the idea that widely accepted scientific principles are wrong. Stephen Luntz busts the myths.
ONE OF the first questions science writers get asked is: what is your favourite field to write about?...Anti-wind farm lobby claims break all laws of physics produced such arrogant statement’s as Rutherford‘s claim

Keystone XL: In the $7 billion project in the United States’ national interest? Economic, energy and environmental considerations

On the Keystone XL pipeline, President Obama’s decision boils down to this: Is the $7 billion project in the United States’ national interest? Economic, energy and environmental considerations figure into the answer, but ultimately the president is charged with determining whether Keystone...Keystone XL: In the $7 billion project in the United States’ national interest? Economic, energy and environmental considerations

BUFFALO DUNES WIND PROJECT: A LESSON IN EXPORT, AFFORDABILITY, AND TRANSMISSION

A project has entered the construction phase in Kansas, and the facility’s significance stretches hundreds of miles beyond the borders of the Sunflower State.
General contractor Renewable Energy Systems Americas (RES Americas) recently started construction on the 250-MW Buffalo Dunes Wind...BUFFALO DUNES WIND PROJECT: A LESSON IN EXPORT, AFFORDABILITY, AND TRANSMISSION

Will Water Limit Fracking and Natural Gas Development in Saudi Arabia? Saudi Aramco would soon begin exploring the country's shale gas resources

Recent comments by Saudi Arabia’s oil minister, Ali Al-Naimi, indicated that Saudi Aramco would soon begin exploring the country’s shale gas resources. Asanother means of reducing oil consumption in the Kingdom’s electricity sector, in order to preserve oil exports, this...Will Water Limit Fracking and Natural Gas Development in Saudi Arabia? Saudi Aramco would soon begin exploring the country's shale gas resources

A Different Green for Earth Day: Investment in Energy Innovations On the 40th anniversary week of Earth Day,

On April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans demonstrated for a clean and sustainable environment.  In October 1973, Americans experienced the first oil embargo, and for the first time thought about the real costs of our reliance on oil for energy.  On the 40th anniversary week of Earth Day, we...A Different Green for Earth Day: Investment in Energy Innovations On the 40th anniversary week of Earth Day,

100 Percent Renewable Energy is 100 Percent Possible thePathways to 100% Renewable Energy conference in San Francisco last week

The future is here — it’s just unevenly distributed. This old quote found a new application at thePathways to 100% Renewable Energy conference in San Francisco last week. An international crowd of energy experts, financiers, clean energy advocates, elected officials, government...100 Percent Renewable Energy is 100 Percent Possible thePathways to 100% Renewable Energy conference in San Francisco last week

Solar-Powered Green Revolution Pavilion Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles Unveiled in the Philippines

Millions of people around the world were touched by A Liter of Light’s goal to illuminate one million homes with simple plastic bottles converted into affordable light bulbs. Now that same group has partnered for a second time with Stephen Lamb from South Africa to produce the Solar...Solar-Powered Green Revolution Pavilion Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles Unveiled in the Philippines

Solar Impulse (Solar-Powered Plane) Up Close journey to New York’s JFK airport NASA’s Moffett Airfield in Mountain View, California

One of our readers, a relatively new blogger over at 1Sun4All.com, recently had the opportunity to visit the popular solar-powered plane known as Solar Impulse. Here’s the full repost for your reading enjoyment, reposted from 1Sun4All.com:
On Saturday, the 20th of April an open house event...Solar Impulse (Solar-Powered Plane) Up Close journey to New York’s JFK airport NASA’s Moffett Airfield in Mountain View, California

Solar-Powered Proteins Developed That Can Filter Antibiotics And Carcinogens From Water University of Cincinnati,

Solar-Powered Proteins Developed That Can Filter Antibiotics And Carcinogens From Water
A solar-powered nano filter capable of filtering antibiotics and dangerous carcinogens from large bodies of water has been developed by researchers at the University of Cincinnati. The new technology is...Solar-Powered Proteins Developed That Can Filter Antibiotics And Carcinogens From Water University of Cincinnati,

Gut Microbe Makes Diesel Biofuel " explains biologist John Love of the University of Exeter in England,

Recon figuring the genetics of the food pathogen E. coli produces hydrocarbons indistinguishable from those burned in trucks
Welding bits and pieces from various microbes and the camphor tree into the genetic code of Escherichia coli has allowed scientists to convince the stomach bug to...Gut Microbe Makes Diesel Biofuel " explains biologist John Love of the University of Exeter in England,

Walmart Targets Ambitious Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency Standards By 2020 annual global renewable energy show

Walmart recently announced it is accelerating its target of being run on 100% renewable energy, and shaping their reputation as a leader in corporate sustainable development.
At last week’s Walmart Global Sustainability Milestone meeting, company President and CEO Mike Duke said the retail...Walmart Targets Ambitious Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency Standards By 2020 annual global renewable energy show

Rajasthan Becomes Second Indian State To Cross 500 MW Solar Power Capacity Reliance Industries Limited, Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited

The western Indian state of Rajasthan recently became the second state to have an operational solar power capacity of over 500 MW. Last year, another western state, Gujarat, achieved this milestone with its aggressive solar power policy.

Reliance Industries’ 5 MW solar PV project at Khimsar,...Rajasthan Becomes Second Indian State To Cross 500 MW Solar Power Capacity Reliance Industries Limited, Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited

The Landscape of Energy ENERGY: Overdevelopment and the Delusion of Endless Growth

This essay comes from the book ENERGY: Overdevelopment and the Delusion of Endless Growth Published by the Foundation for Deep Ecology in collaboration with Watershed Media and Post Carbon Institute.
When it comes to energy, there is no free lunch. It would be foolish to assume that...The Landscape of Energy ENERGY: Overdevelopment and the Delusion of Endless Growth

Buick Riviera Concept Vehicle Makes Global Debut Shanghai Motor Show wireless plug-in hybrid electric vehicle

The Shanghai Motor Show has been turning out some astonishing vehicles, and the new Buick Riviera concept is no exception. This car is definitely “not your father’s Buick.” The new Buick Riviera will start a new chapter for the 110-year-old Buick brand.
 

Equipped with avant-garde...Buick Riviera Concept Vehicle Makes Global Debut Shanghai Motor Show wireless plug-in hybrid electric vehicle

Goodbye Arctic Sea Ice interviews Professor Peter Wadhams, Professor of Ocean Physics,

Tom O’Brien, host of the ‘From Alpha To Omega’ podcast, interviews Professor Peter Wadhams, Professor of Ocean Physics, and Head of the Polar Ocean Physics Group in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, at the University of Cambridge . Prof. Wadhams is...Goodbye Arctic Sea Ice interviews Professor Peter Wadhams, Professor of Ocean Physics,

Cargo Bikes Deliver Elderly A Breath Of Fresh Air In Copenhagen

 
Some bicycle enthusiasts in Copenhagen recently came up with a great idea — organizing bike rides in the city for the elderly, via pedicabs. The new group, called “Cykling uden alder,” or “Cycling Without Age,” is providing free bike rides around the city to the elderly,...Cargo Bikes Deliver Elderly A Breath Of Fresh Air In Copenhagen

Solar Power, Energy Storage, EV, Bicycles, Ethanol, Hybrids,Train, Fossil Fuel News Roundup

Here are some top cleantech (and fossil fuel) stories from around the Interwebs. Enjoy.
Solar Power

Construction Starts On Solar-Powered Stadium In France



Masdar Launches Africa’s Largest Solar PV Power Plant



World’s Largest Solar Power Plant May Use First Solar &/Or Yingli Solar...Solar Power, Energy Storage, EV, Bicycles, Ethanol, Hybrids,Train, Fossil Fuel News Roundup

State of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme Wall Street Journal wrote that the vote was the 'equivalent of the pope renouncing celibacy

Last week, in a surprise to many, the European parliament defeated a proposal to postpone the auctioning of emissions permits, a move that would have propped up prices in the bloc’s carbon market, known as the EU Emissions Trading Scheme or ETS. The market reaction was quick and...State of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme Wall Street Journal wrote that the vote was the 'equivalent of the pope renouncing celibacy

Sos call: Faisalabad’s exporters lobby for energy supply export-bound containers at the Faisalabad Dry Port

FAISALABAD: 




Yearly movement of export-bound containers at the Faisalabad Dry Port has dropped from 25,641 containers in 2007-08 to only 4,478 containers in 2012-13, Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters Vice Chairman Syed Zia Alamdar Hussain told interim Minister for Petroleum and...Sos call: Faisalabad’s exporters lobby for energy supply export-bound containers at the Faisalabad Dry Port

Market watch: Engro Corporation spoils the mood across the board

KARACHI: The Karachi bourse opened the week with a volatile session, where the index made an intraday low of 18,526 points. Engro Corporation ruined the mood over its persistent gas supply problems for its fertiliser plants; however Pakistan State Oil managed to break the fall after investors...Market watch: Engro Corporation spoils the mood across the board

Byco to commence full commercial operations soon country’s largest oil refinery,

ISLAMABAD: Byco, the country’s largest oil refinery, has announced that it will begin full commercial operations soon and will increase its refining capacity over time from the current level of 120,000 barrels per day, a move that will reduce reliance on imports of petroleum products.
“With...Byco to commence full commercial operations soon country’s largest oil refinery,

Change of heart: Ministry dithers over release of funds for IP Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project,

ISLAMABAD: 
The Ministry of Finance is finding it difficult to set aside millions of dollars collected from gas consumers for the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project, as heavy spending by the past government on power subsidies and development projects for political gains has eaten into the...Change of heart: Ministry dithers over release of funds for IP Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project,

International Infomatrix Asia Computer Competition: Gold medals and greenhouses 15 year old Pakistani Waleed Bashir Hailing from Khuzdar,

QUETTA: 
If you ever wanted a greenhouse that can literally run on remote control, then you need to talk to Waleed Bashir.

Hailing from Khuzdar, this 15 year old Pakistani recently bagged the Grand Winner position, along with a gold medal, at the International Infomatrix Asia Computer...International Infomatrix Asia Computer Competition: Gold medals and greenhouses 15 year old Pakistani Waleed Bashir Hailing from Khuzdar,

Brent oil rises US stock market American Petroleum Institute (API) and the US Energy Department's Energy Information Administration (EIA)

Brent crude futures rose for a third straight session to top $100 a barrel on Monday, lifted by gains in the US stock market. Trading was choppy, with oil prices closely tracking the US equity market, which moved into positive territory in the afternoon on the back of a one percent gain in...Brent oil rises US stock market American Petroleum Institute (API) and the US Energy Department's Energy Information Administration (EIA)

EU eases Syria oil embargo crude and export oil production technology and investment cash to areas

The European Union offered fresh aid Monday to Syria’s opposition, easing an EU oil embargo in favour of the rebels fighting President Bashar al-Assad, but stopping short of supplying offensive weapons. In a new signal of support, EU foreign ministers meeting in Luxembourg formally adopted...EU eases Syria oil embargo crude and export oil production technology and investment cash to areas

Energy-rich Qatar, Total consortium to build $1.5 billion refinery local media reported

Energy-rich Qatar and a consortium led by Total of France have signed a joint venture agreement to build a $1.5 billion petroleum refinery in the Gulf state, local media reported on Monday. The refinery will have a daily production capacity of 146,000 barrels of petroleum products, reports...Energy-rich Qatar, Total consortium to build $1.5 billion refinery local media reported

UK blocks Shell paying Iran oil debt in food, medicine the National Iranian Oil Company before a European Union embargo

Britain has blocked efforts by oil major Royal Dutch Shell to settle a $2.3 billion debt it owes Iran by paying in kind with grains or pharmaceuticals, industry sources said. Shell has been trying for months to find a way to work around international sanctions that prevent it paying in currency...UK blocks Shell paying Iran oil debt in food, medicine the National Iranian Oil Company before a European Union embargo

India's thermal coal production output up 3.3 percent to 508.32 million tonnes in 2012/13,

ndia’s thermal coal production rose 3.3 percent to 508.32 million tonnes in 2012/13, while coking coal output declined 4.5 percent to 49.35 million tonnes, provisional figures obtained from a government source showed on Monday. Production of coal, which fuels more than half of...India's thermal coal production output up 3.3 percent to 508.32 million tonnes in 2012/13,

Import of RFO, LSFO for Gencos: policymakers in the dark: how to arrange Rs 77 billion

Pakistan State Oil (PSO) is to import Residual Fuel Oil (RFO) and Low Sulphar Furnace Oil (LSFO) worth Rs 77 billion for public sector Generation Companies (Gencos) for May and part of June 2013,   policymakers are in the dark as to the source of the required funds given the serious resource...Import of RFO, LSFO for Gencos: policymakers in the dark: how to arrange Rs 77 billion

Licences for CNG stations: Supreme Court asks Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to conduct probe

The Supreme Court on Monday directed Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to initially investigate the licences for 89 CNG stations granted by the previous government and submit a report to the court accordingly. The court observed that the investigation by the FIA would provide a basis for...Licences for CNG stations: Supreme Court asks Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to conduct probe

Rental Power Projects (RPPs) case Supreme Court asks NAB to submit progress report

RPP implementation case:  The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday sought by today a detailed progress report from National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on the implementation of its order with respect to Rental Power Projects (RPPs) case. A three-member bench of Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry...Rental Power Projects (RPPs) case Supreme Court asks NAB to submit progress report

LHC Lahore High Court Chief Justice directs Lesco to reduce loadshedding

The Lahore High Court Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial on Monday directed Lahore Electricity Supply Company (Lesco) to reduce loadshedding to eight hours in a day. The CJ passed this order after counsel of Wapda revealed that Lesco was being supplied 1,600 megawatt electricity against demand of...LHC Lahore High Court Chief Justice directs Lesco to reduce loadshedding

Sanctions in Iran have had an impact on its nuclear stance compromise in nuclear negotiations since

The Iranian government has looked more willing to compromise in nuclear negotiations since the threat of an oil embargo
The Iranian government has claimed on numerous occasions that sanctions can’t influence its nuclear policies and will not do so in the future. However, its own...Sanctions in Iran have had an impact on its nuclear stance compromise in nuclear negotiations since

Byco's Oil Pakistan Limited new refinery to commence operation anytime soon

Byco, the country’s largest oil refinery, will soon commence with a crude oil refining capacity of 120,000 barrels per day, a move that would reduce reliance on imports of petroleum products.
Byco Oil Pakistan Limited largest oil refinery petroleum products
“With a 35,000 bpsd...Byco's Oil Pakistan Limited new refinery to commence operation anytime soon

World's Largest Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Plant Planned for China

Lockheed Martin just announced plans to partner with the Reignwood Group to construct the world’s largest Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) plant off the coast of southern China. The OTEC process—which uses the temperature difference between the cold waters of the deep ocean and...World's Largest Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Plant Planned for China

Zinc-Iron Redox Flow Batteries — The Next Big Thing In Energy Storage? (CleanTechnica Exclusive)

I recently had the opportunity to chat with the CFO and President of Zinc Air Inc., Craig Wilkins, as well as one of the company’s advisors, Greg Hayes. It was a very interesting discussion and it looks like Zinc Air Inc. has what could be a very promising grid storage technology, and the...Zinc-Iron Redox Flow Batteries — The Next Big Thing In Energy Storage? (CleanTechnica Exclusive)

Entering a Resource-Shock World according to global experts and the U.S. intelligence community,

by Michael Klare, originally published by TomDispatch


Brace yourself. You may not be able to tell yet, but according to global experts and the U.S. intelligence community, the earth is already shifting under you.  Whether you know it or not, you’re on a new planet, a resource-shock world...Entering a Resource-Shock World according to global experts and the U.S. intelligence community,

Social justice and solar equity relationship between social justice and resource sustainability?

by Mary Logan, originally published by A prosperous way down


“El socialismo puede llegar solo en bicicleta” (Socialism will only arrive by bike) —José Antonio Viera-Gallo, Assistant Secretary of Justice in the government of Salvador Allende (from Illich, Energy & Equity,...Social justice and solar equity relationship between social justice and resource sustainability?

Taking Practical Action Toward Resilience Transition Challenge 2013

Dreaming, organizing, and awareness raising are all important parts of the work we do, but there is something to be said for bringing people together, getting your hands dirty, and creating something beautiful. As we heard in last month’s teleseminar with Rob Hopkins, practical projects...Taking Practical Action Toward Resilience Transition Challenge 2013

Industrial-Strength Energy Efficiency with a Bow on Top? Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013

 
If the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013 promotes the adoption of more efficient electric motors in industrial facilities, that will be a welcome Earth Day gift for all of us. …
Motors and the systems they drive are the single largest users of electricity,...Industrial-Strength Energy Efficiency with a Bow on Top? Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013

Brainy Motors Promise Big Leap in Energy Efficiency lift elevators, bring conditioned air to your desk,

Electric motors are everywhere. They lift elevators, bring conditioned air to your desk, make your washing machine agitate and your PC hard drive spin. What’s surprising is that they are quietly – or not so quietly – consuming more electricity than any other single use. One company is...Brainy Motors Promise Big Leap in Energy Efficiency lift elevators, bring conditioned air to your desk,

Sea-Tac Cashes In on energy efficiency efforts at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car facility

ow about some cash for Earth Day? Seattle City Light will award  the Port of Seattle a rebate check tomorrow for energy efficiency efforts at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car facility.
Seattle City Light Superintendent Jorge Carrasco will present the check to Port of Seattle CEO...Sea-Tac Cashes In on energy efficiency efforts at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car facility

Interview With Dr. Nawal Al-Hosany, Director Of Sustainability At Masdar

As global energy leaders arrive in New York City to attend this week’s Bloomberg New Energy Finance summit, I had the lucky opportunity to catch up with Dr. Nawal Al-Hosany, director of sustainability at Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company. Dr. Al-Hosany shared some updates on...Interview With Dr. Nawal Al-Hosany, Director Of Sustainability At Masdar

Ford And KB Home Mashup Will Let You Live Like The Jetsons Ford’s new MyEnergi Lifestyle household and EV energy management system

Now here’s a corporate America green mashup for you: Ford Motor Company has teamed with U.S. home building giant KB Home to create an ultra-efficient model house that seamlessly integrates plug-in electric vehicles and solar power into its energy mix. Specifically, KB’s ZeroHouse 2.0 is...Ford And KB Home Mashup Will Let You Live Like The Jetsons Ford’s new MyEnergi Lifestyle household and EV energy management system

April 22 News: Happy Triage Day, Time For A Carbon Tax Happy Earth Day Happy Triage Day!

Happy Triage Day!
How to Put America Back Together Again: “The best place to start is with a carbon tax” [Tom Friedman column]
The effects of climate change mean that a carbon tax is a no-brainer. [Herald Business Journal editorial]
Earth Day. Conceived by Sen. Gaylord Nelson of...April 22 News: Happy Triage Day, Time For A Carbon Tax Happy Earth Day Happy Triage Day!

Climate Hawk Tim DeChristopher, Imprisoned Since July 2011, Released Sunday

Anti-fossil-fuel activist Tim DeChristopher was released from prison yesterday. On July 26, 2011 he was given a 2-year sentence for derailing a Bush Administration oil auction — JR.
By Laural Whitney via DeSmogBlog
Tim DeChristopher created quite a ripple in the activist community when he...Climate Hawk Tim DeChristopher, Imprisoned Since July 2011, Released Sunday

No Bully In The Pulpit: After Gun Control Failure, Maureen Dowd Says Obama ‘Still Has Not Learned How To Govern’

For all the confused debate over the meaning of the climate bill’s failure, the most salient lesson for climate hawks is that Obama is not “the one.”
Obama isn’t the Winston Churchill that this nation — and indeed all of humanity — so desperately need if we are to avoid a...No Bully In The Pulpit: After Gun Control Failure, Maureen Dowd Says Obama ‘Still Has Not Learned How To Govern’

Death Spiral Video: Arctic Sea Ice Minimum Volume 1979-2012

Many experts now say that if recent volume trends continue we will see a “near ice-free Arctic in summer” within a decade.
Creative tech guru Andy Lee Robinson shows why in a wondrous new video — set to music he wrote and played:

Let’s help this video go viral!
Death Spiral Video: Arctic Sea Ice Minimum Volume 1979-2012

Study Finds Free-Market Ideologues Doubt Climate Science, Yet Buy Conspiracy Theories Researchers at the University of Western Australia

Why do a determined minority — often in positions of power — refuse to accept that climate change is happening despite the overwhelming scientific evidence?
A new study may provide a clue. Researchers at the University of Western Australia foundthat people who expressed faith in...Study Finds Free-Market Ideologues Doubt Climate Science, Yet Buy Conspiracy Theories Researchers at the University of Western Australia

Copenhagen aims to be make the city world’s first 100% carbon neutral capital city by 2025

Copenhagen is making a bid to be the world’s first totally carbon neutral capital
Copenhagen City Council is continuing to implement its plan, approved in August 2012, to make the city the world’s first 100% carbon neutral capital city.
 
In order to fully realise this objective...Copenhagen aims to be make the city world’s first 100% carbon neutral capital city by 2025

Gamesa to manufacture Spain’s first ever offshore wind turbine

Gamesa has shipped the components for its 5MW marine turbine to the Canary Islands thus beginning the process of erecting the first Spanish offshore wind turbine
The global technology company Gamesa has begun the process of loading three wind turbine blades, nacelle and tower on to a ship...Gamesa to manufacture Spain’s first ever offshore wind turbine

Shaheen-Portman Energy Efficiency Bill Is Back seemingly innocuous efficiency bill get through Congress?

Can a seemingly innocuous efficiency bill get through Congress? The Shaheen-Portman bill was just reintroduced to the Senate. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee will review the bill, which is sponsored by Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Rob Portman (R-Ohio).
The Energy...Shaheen-Portman Energy Efficiency Bill Is Back seemingly innocuous efficiency bill get through Congress?

Rising Natural Gas Prices Not Enough to Save Kewaunee's Cheap Nuclear Energy

On May 7, 2013, the Kewaunee Nuclear Power Station is scheduled to stop generating emission free electricity for the last time. The plant is one of the better run and maintained facilities in the US, it has an operating license that is effective until December 2033, and it generates electricity...Rising Natural Gas Prices Not Enough to Save Kewaunee's Cheap Nuclear Energy

Let’s Rename world Earth Day 2013!

Affection for our planet is misdirected and unrequited. We need to focus on saving ourselves.
In 2008, I wrote a piece for Salon about renaming ‘Earth’ Day. It was supposed to be mostly humorous. Or mostly serious.
Anyway, the subject of renaming Earth Day remains more relevant than ever...Let’s Rename world Earth Day 2013!

Low Oil Prices Lead to Economic Peak oil supply supposedly rising and falling for geological reasons

We have all heard the story about oil supply supposedly rising and falling for geological reasons. But what if the story is a little different from this–oil production rises and falls for economic reasons? If this is the issue, it doesn’t really matter how much oil is in the ground. What...Low Oil Prices Lead to Economic Peak oil supply supposedly rising and falling for geological reasons

Evidence adds up: three studies of human impact on climat greenhouse gas emissions caused solely by warming temperatures

Three new studies were published today, each looking at a different aspect of the human impact on climate, each carrying a sobering message on the consequences of human activities on our environment. The first says recent warming is unprecedented in 2,000 years. A second reports climate zones...Evidence adds up: three studies of human impact on climat greenhouse gas emissions caused solely by warming temperatures

Why Australians are getting a raw deal on electricity prices Standing Council on Energy and Resources (SCER)

If there’s logic behind the way Australian energy markets work, at first glance it’s hard to fathom. Increases in power bills have previously been justified by our increasing demand. But as energy demand in Australia drops prices continue to rise. This raises numerous questions. Is the...Why Australians are getting a raw deal on electricity prices Standing Council on Energy and Resources (SCER)

Chelsea Flower Show vote marks 100 years of beautiful blooms world famous gardening exhibition.

Horticultural society puts forward 10 plants launched at flower show since 1913 for public vote, with one flower representing a decade
Ten blooms have been selected to mark 100 years of the Chelsea Flower Show and the public is being asked to vote for which should be show plant of the...Chelsea Flower Show vote marks 100 years of beautiful blooms world famous gardening exhibition.

Scientists attack government climbdown on marine protection

Academics warn government it could be condemning marine environment to ‘years of over exploitation and degradation’
The UK’s top marine scientists have denounced government ministers for reneging on plans to protect marine life by banning the most destructive fishing and...Scientists attack government climbdown on marine protection

How are you celebrating Earth Day 2013? members of Indonesian Environmental Rides and fishermen group perform

As Earth Day rolls out around the world, share your images and video of what the day means to you and how you’re taking part
Environmental activists who are also the members of Indonesian Environmental Rides and fishermen group perform long march and theatrical action to commemorate the...How are you celebrating Earth Day 2013? members of Indonesian Environmental Rides and fishermen group perform

Greg Barker confirms plan to increase support for renewable heat technologies Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC)

Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad speaking at the nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz, south of Iran’s capital Tehran. Photograph: Hasan Sarbakhshian/AP Photo
The climate minister says the Renewable Heat Incentive scheme is back on track after latest delays
The financial returns for...Greg Barker confirms plan to increase support for renewable heat technologies Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC)

Brazil's green flagbearer Marina Silva ready to get back in the race monoculture and infrastructure investment

Environmental campaigner has launched a sustainability party with an eye on the presidential election
Marina Silva is what the enlightened future was supposed to look like. Smart, determined, effective and focused on indigenous culture, education and environmental conservation, the former...Brazil's green flagbearer Marina Silva ready to get back in the race monoculture and infrastructure investment

EU Carbon Market Collapse Won’t Kill Cap And Trade EU’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) launched in 2005

For carbon markets across the world it was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
 

Plummeting European Union carbon prices following a key EU vote seem to demonstrate in the clearest terms that cap and trade is doomed to fail. After all, “if carbon trading can’t make it in...EU Carbon Market Collapse Won’t Kill Cap And Trade EU’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) launched in 2005

Poland's Energa could issue new shares in float after dividend stake in Energa in the largest privatisation planned for this year

The Polish government may take a dividend from utility Energa ahead of a planned privatisation this year which could include the sale of new shares, a deputy minister told Reuters on Tuesday. Poland, which has relied on the sale of stake assets to hold down its borrowing costs, aims to sell part...Poland's Energa could issue new shares in float after dividend stake in Energa in the largest privatisation planned for this year

Peshawar Electricity Supply Company (Pesco) recovers Rs 4.6 million from 21 industrial, commercial and domestic defaulter consumers

Peshawar Electricity Supply Company (Pesco) recovered Rs 4.6 million from 21 industrial, commercial and domestic defaulter consumers of Khyber, Mardan, Bannu and Hazara Circles during recovery campaign.
The names of the defaulting consumers include Masood Khan Ice Factory Bannu, Gul Nawaz Khan...Peshawar Electricity Supply Company (Pesco) recovers Rs 4.6 million from 21 industrial, commercial and domestic defaulter consumers

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) approaches provincial government to arrest power defaulters

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has approached the provincial governments to seek police co-operation for possible arrests of electricity bills defaulters. NAB is also planning to freeze assets of the accused persons after expiry of deadline, says an official statement issued here on...National Accountability Bureau (NAB) approaches provincial government to arrest power defaulters

Islamic finance as a viable alternative financial system Why Islamic banking is growing rapidly in Pakistan

KARACHI: 
That’s a very difficult question to answer, but one that has been asked many times. The thing is this question can only be answered by financial professionals within the Islamic finance world, or people who practice conventional banking. The first obviously say that it is. After...Islamic finance as a viable alternative financial system Why Islamic banking is growing rapidly in Pakistan

WORLD’S TALLEST BROADCAST TOWER SHOWS TOKYO’S GREEN PUSH

April 22 (Bloomberg) — Builders of Tokyo Skytree, the 65 billion yen ($656 million) broadcast tower almost double the height of the Empire State Building, say they aim to make their mark on more than just the Japanese metropolis’s skyline.
A combination of heat pumps and water tanks for its...WORLD’S TALLEST BROADCAST TOWER SHOWS TOKYO’S GREEN PUSH

Norway's Ruling Party Backs Oil Drilling around Arctic Islands environmentally sensitive Arctic area to oil and gas exploration

Norway took a major step towards opening up an environmentally sensitive Arctic area to oil and gas exploration when the ruling Labour Party gave the go-ahead on Sunday for an impact study.
 
OSLO (Reuters) – Norway took a major step towards opening up an environmentally sensitive...Norway's Ruling Party Backs Oil Drilling around Arctic Islands environmentally sensitive Arctic area to oil and gas exploration

Your MP doesn’t ‘believe’ in climate change? Ask the tough questions

As we head into an election, you’d be justified in asking what your local member is basing their climate change decisions on.
If your MP says “I don’t support policies to prevent dangerous climate change” because “I don’t believe climate change is occurring” or “I’m not sure...Your MP doesn’t ‘believe’ in climate change? Ask the tough questions

Can Australia really feed Asia? recent Global Food Forum featured several prominent businessmen calling for Australia

The recent Global Food Forum featured several prominent businessmen calling for Australia to dramatically increase its contribution to global food security, in particular highlighting business opportunities for Australian agriculture to feed Asia’s burgeoning middle classes.
While this...Can Australia really feed Asia? recent Global Food Forum featured several prominent businessmen calling for Australia

Climate change, pension funds and the big six energy companies Carbon bubble 'creates global economic risk'

Laudable and crucial as Lord Stern’s and Carbon Tracker’s warnings are (Carbon bubble ‘creates global economic risk’, 19 April), their success will depend on the existence of a plausible, large-scale investment alternative that can provide secure returns. Without this,...Climate change, pension funds and the big six energy companies Carbon bubble 'creates global economic risk'

Australia's koala crisis: gene sequencing provides hope against killer diseases

Chlamydia and an Aids-like virus are killing Australia’s koalas in thousands, but immune system research has led to vaccine trials
Hang in there: koalas may soon be vaccinated en masse against chlamydia. Photograph: imagebroker/ Alamy

A year ago the koala, Australia’s iconic...Australia's koala crisis: gene sequencing provides hope against killer diseases

Burn our planet or face financial meltdown. Not much of a choic European carbon emissions scheme makes an agreed approach to climate change

Last week’s collapse of a European carbon emissions scheme makes an agreed approach to climate change all the more urgent
The polluted town of Huaxi in China, where excessive carbon use isn’t penalised. Photograph: Carlos Barria/Reuters

The world is going to fry – unless there is...Burn our planet or face financial meltdown. Not much of a choic European carbon emissions scheme makes an agreed approach to climate change

Am I paying a lot for 'green' energy? reflect the hideous complexity of the energy industry,

How much more is so-called green energy adding to my bill?
My answer ought to reflect the hideous complexity of the energy industry, incorporating such factors as degression mechanisms and carbon-floor pricing. It should have a whiff of rancour, mirroring the internecine warfare that rages...Am I paying a lot for 'green' energy? reflect the hideous complexity of the energy industry,

Hartlepool nuclear power plant fire triggers emergency response after blaze broke out and smoke billowed from plant

No injuries as firefighters attend incident after blaze broke out and smoke billowed from plant
A fire at a nuclear power plant triggered a major response by emergency services after smoke was seen billowing into the air.
Police and fire crews were called to Hartlepool power station at about...Hartlepool nuclear power plant fire triggers emergency response after blaze broke out and smoke billowed from plant

Innovative Device Boils Water and Produces Electricity research from the University of Utah,

Power Practical, a company that sprang out of research from the University of Utah, has developed a pot that can charge wireless devices through a USB connection while boiling water. They call their device, no surprise, thePowerPot — retailing for $149. So far they have built and shipped...Innovative Device Boils Water and Produces Electricity research from the University of Utah,

Nuclear Energy Innovation: NuScale Achieves Unlimited Coping Time

At the Nuclear Energy Insider SMR Conference in Columbia, S.C., Dr. Jose Reyes, a co-founder and the Chief Technology Officer of NuScale Power,announced that his team had achieved an impressive design breakthrough.
Two years after the Fukushima event, NuScale is introducing a safety system...Nuclear Energy Innovation: NuScale Achieves Unlimited Coping Time

Renewables Aren’t Yet Cleaning Up the Global Energy System International Energy Agency looking at the carbon intensity

Looking for a reason to be cynical? You’ve found it: Dirty energy is winning.
That’s the conclusion of a new report from the International Energy Agency looking at the carbon intensity of the global energy system. Despite big drops in the cost of renewable energy systems and strong...Renewables Aren’t Yet Cleaning Up the Global Energy System International Energy Agency looking at the carbon intensity

Three Years After Deepwater Horizon, Congress Has Failed To Improve Drilling Safety largest accidental spill in the oil industry’s history

Yesterday, Saturday, April 20th, marked the third anniversary of the explosion aboard BP’s Deep water Horizon oil rig that killed 11 workers and set off the largest accidental spill in the oil industry’s history. The ruptured Macondo well spewed nearly 5 million barrels of crude oil over...Three Years After Deepwater Horizon, Congress Has Failed To Improve Drilling Safety largest accidental spill in the oil industry’s history

Facts on Fracking: Three Things You Need to Know provided the country with a cleaner burning,

The natural gas boom in the US due to hydraulic fracturing (fracking) has provided the country with a cleaner burning, inexpensive fuel source that has lowered energy bills for industrial facilities and homeowners alike. The fracking process is still a hot topic of controversy wherever it is...Facts on Fracking: Three Things You Need to Know provided the country with a cleaner burning,