Category: Renewables Alternative Energy

A New Type of Wind Turbine

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 2, 2012

VWATs may be more expensive, but they would also be better suited for offshore operations.

U.S. Renewable Energy Potential

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 2, 2012

The U.S. is only taking advantage of a very small percentage of its renewable energy potential, a new study shows.

Solar Power & Jobs in New Jersey

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted August 1, 2012

The nation's second-biggest solar state is about to get even more.

First Solar May Report Profit

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 31, 2012

While the rest of the solar industry struggles, First Solar may have scrounged up a profit for the second quarter.

Success of the Algae Biofuels Sector

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 31, 2012

Amid investments and strategic partnerships, the algae biofuels sector could soon be worth $1.6 billion.

Quantum Dot Solar Cell Breakthrough

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 30, 2012

Researchers from Canada and Saudi Arabia have made a breakthrough in quantum dot solar cells.

GE Wind Power in Mexico

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 30, 2012

General Electric and Mexico's Comexhidro are creating a wind farm to power public lighting.

BMW's I Project

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted July 29, 2012

Ever the innovator, BMW is at it again--with two new electric vehicle models and an online sales project.

Cleantech Index Hits 9-Year Low

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 29, 2012

The WilderHill New Energy Global Innovation Index reflects market sentiment on the cleantech industry--and it's hurting.

Government Creates Solar Zoning Project

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 26, 2012

The U.S. government has initiated a zoning project that would set aside land for solar development while also preserving fragile areas.

Biofuels Mandate Stirs Up Lawsuit

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 26, 2012

The American Petroleum Institute is struggling to meet the standards requiring use of 6.6 million gallons of biofuel--and now it's suing the government.

Solar Powered Airplane

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 25, 2012

The first intercontinental solar flight landed successfully on Tuesday.