Energy and Capital Archives

Self-Cleaning Solar Panels

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 15, 2012

A University of Houston physics professor has developed a solar panel coating that keeps them clean for higher efficiency.

China Makes Clean Coal Scam Profitable

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 15, 2012

China and Texas make clean coal work.

Canada's Black Gold Rush

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted August 14, 2012

Editor Keith Kohl takes a closer look at Canada's newest shale play: the Canol Shale Formation.

Norwegian Solar Company Closes Plant

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 14, 2012

Norway's Renewable Energy Corp.'s wafer facility will file for bankruptcy, but the company's solar and silicon units will continue to operate.

Poland's Shale Well Shows High Gas Readings

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 14, 2012

BNK Petroleum's Poland Gapowo well is showing higher than expected gas levels.

Bloom Energy Could Break Even

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 14, 2012

Bloom Energy officials have said that the company doubles revenues every six months -- and now the company is halfway to breaking even.

US Energy Policy Same as Communist China

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 14, 2012

Republicans and Democrats continue to fleece taxpayers.

Renewable EV Charger

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 14, 2012

Together with Urban Green Energy, GE has created the first wind-powered electric vehicle charging station.

3D Printing Stocks

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted August 13, 2012

Why manufacture something in China, pay workers, and then ship it around the world... when you could just 3D print the object next to its end market?

A Cheaper EV Battery

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 13, 2012

Energy Power Systems thinks improving the life of an older battery is the key to reducing EV prices.

Asian Imports, Middle East Conflict Affect Oil

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 13, 2012

Oil rose on fears of conflict between Israel and Iran.

Fisker Karma: The Irrelevant Electric Car

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 13, 2012

If it's luxury you want, the Fisker is a good pick. It you're looking for fuel economy, don't waste your time.