Category: Renewables Alternative Energy

Investing in Smart Meter Companies

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted November 17, 2009

Energy & Capital Editor Nick Hodge discusses smart meter companies before turning to the next areas of interest for smart grid profits.

China Cleantech Investing

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 15, 2009

The China Securities Journal reports that cleantech, energy, and environment-related companies led China's benchmark Shanghai Composite Index up to start the week.

Brazil Blackout

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 14, 2009

Editor Sam Hopkins delves deeper into Brazil's national blackout on Nov. 10, and shows what opportunities it presents to investors.

Global Desalination Investments

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted November 10, 2009

Energy & Capital Editor Nick Hodge discusses the growth in Middle East desalination and the investments that go along with it.

Peak Oil News

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 9, 2009

A senior official at the IEA has made startling claims that indicate oil production figures are being actively distorted.

The Next Benchmark for Oil Bulls

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted November 6, 2009

On Friday, the Labor Department reported that unemployment had risen above 10%, marking a 26-year high. That certainly wasn't the bullish news we were hoping for.

Mongolia Mining

Written by Christian DeHaemer
Posted November 5, 2009

Energy and Capital Editor Christian DeHaemer reveals why major investors are flooding to Mongolia to take advantage of a new tax law and the brewing commodities boom.

Australian Renewable Energy

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 5, 2009

The government of Australia is targeting four homegrown renewable energy companies with over US$214 million in assistance.

Lithium-Ion Battery Stocks

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted November 3, 2009

Energy & Capital Editor Nick Hodge details the market for lithium-ion battery stocks, including his pick for the best lithium stock for the next five years.

Peaking Power Plants

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 3, 2009

Energy and Capital contributing editor Kyle Haas discusses peaker power plants and their battle against blackouts.

China Wind Power

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 29, 2009

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke said on Thursday that China is moving to allow more parts from foreign manufacturers to be included in the Middle Kingdom's domestic wind power projects.

Smart Grid Investments

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted October 27, 2009

Energy & Capital Editor Nick Hodge discusses smart grid investments by compiling his recent works on the subject.