Category: Renewables Alternative Energy

Solar in Japan

Written by Jeff Siegel
Posted July 1, 2012

Solar in Japan is heating up, Jeff Siegel talks about how Japan's quest for solar has sparked a billion-dollar investment.

Another Solar Failure

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 1, 2012

Further disappointing news for solar enthusiasts.

Grid Parity is Here

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted June 28, 2012

It's not just another solar company... It's the company that will make all solar panels - no matter who makes them - as cheap, or cheaper, than fossil fuels.

World's Biggest Solar Market Reduces Incentives

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted June 28, 2012

Germany's incentive cuts are smaller than expected.

Michigan Rejects Renewable Energy

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted June 27, 2012

A group of Michigan residents are fighting against green legislation.

FuelCell Energy Expands in Germany

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted June 27, 2012

Bloom Energy competitor FuelCell Energy is successfully growing.

LDK Posts Huge Q1 Losses

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted June 26, 2012

Solar continues to struggle as one Chinese company posts losses.

Tesla Model S: The Spectacular Debut

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted June 26, 2012

Tesla's Model S receives warm welcome to the electric vehicle market.

Solar and Natural Gas

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted June 26, 2012

Complementary interaction with renewables is a major market for natural gas. Conversely, a natural gas back-up helps solve the intermittent issues of solar and wind.

Bloom Energy to Power eBay Data Center

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted June 25, 2012

Bloom energy will install 30 fuel cells for eBay's largest renewable project yet.

First Solar Plant on Tribal Land

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted June 25, 2012

The announcement represents a step forward in including Native American territory in clean energy.

GE Lighting Illuminates World Bridges

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted June 25, 2012

General electric provides efficient lighting for two major bridge projects.