Category: Renewables Alternative Energy

Graphene Paper Lithium Ion Battery

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 30, 2012

Researchers are working on using graphene to enhance lithium ion batteries.

CAFE Standards Benefit Honda, Tesla

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 29, 2012

Revised CAFE standards for 2017 to 2025 will benefit companies whose products reduce petroleum consumption...

Companies Attempt Mountaintop Energy Storage

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 29, 2012

As states and nations set goals for renewable power generation, demand grows for more capable and efficient energy storage, inspiring research at companies like GE and Siemens...

Vestas Engaged in Talks in Japan?

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 28, 2012

As Vestas struggles to regain profits, the company may be discussing turbine development with Japanese firm Mitsubishi...

India's Solar Capacity

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted August 28, 2012

After massive power outages last month and major coal shortages, India is boosting its solar capacity...

Algae Biofuel Facility Begins Operations

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 28, 2012

Sapphire Energy has begun operations in its first phase of a New Mexico algae biofuels facility, harvesting 81 million tons of algae since June.

GE's Uninterruptible Power Supply System

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 27, 2012

GE's new UPS system offers protection against utility failure and power surges.

Off-the-Grid Electric Car Charging

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 27, 2012

Princeton Satellite Systems' solar-powered car charging station could have many uses beyond EV charging...

Japanese Solar Company Plans 250 Plants

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 26, 2012

New Japanese solar company Japan Mega Solar Co. is planning a huge domestic project with the nation's new feed-in tariffs.

Company Acquires Major Lithium Producer

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 26, 2012

A chemical producer that produces battery-grade lithium products has just acquired China's biggest lithium supplier.

EU Shale Slump Could Support Renewables Sector

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 23, 2012

If Europe doesn't experience a shale boom, it could experience a renewable sector boom...

First Solar to Sell Power in India

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 23, 2012

After numerous outages and blackouts, India needs a backup power source, and First Solar wants to provide that...