Category: Renewables Alternative Energy

Big Solar Players Take a Hit

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 16, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses the losses experienced by two major players in the solar panel market as the industry struggles.

The Military's Secret Weapon

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted August 16, 2011

The military-industrial complex can be credited with some of the most far-reaching (and most profitable) technological advances of our time. Digital photography, GPS, and the Internet come to mind.

Hard Times for Solar Companies

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 15, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses the moves some solar companies are making in times of poor market conditions.

Biofuel Could Replace Oil

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 15, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica details the plans for the government's $510 million invested in the biofuel industry.

Water Infrastructure Opportunities

Written by Jeff Siegel
Posted August 14, 2011

Editor Jeff Siegel offers 14 water works stocks to play as the nation gears up for major infrastructure repairs and upgrades.

Ascent Solar Surges on Chinese Partnership

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 14, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses Ascent Solar's $450 million deal with China's TFG Radiant Group.

Nigerian Oil Reforms May Cost $3 Billion

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 14, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses Nigeria's Petroleum Industry Bill and the potential impacts it will have on government revenue.

Rare Earths on Steroids

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted August 11, 2011

CEOs and investment relations guys are constantly bombarding my inbox, telling me to take a look at their company, asking if I'd like to come check it out, wondering if I'll cover their stock.

Solar Sectors: One Falls, Another Gains

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 11, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica details the earnings reports of two companies in the solar industry; while one fell hard, another is moving up.

Bioenergy: A Growing Field

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 11, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses the government's analysis of bioenergy expansion and the large grant to further research.

Merger to Create Utilities Giant

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 10, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses the motion for a merger between Duke Energy and Progress Energy.

Oil Futures Rise on Falling Jobless Claims

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 10, 2011

Guest contributor Brianna Panzica discusses the boost falling jobless claims gave to equities and oil futures.