Category: Renewables Alternative Energy

Solar Shingles on the Market in Colorado

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 16, 2011

We told you about Dow Chemical's innovative new solar shingles. Now the product has launched in the Colorado market.

The Williston Basin: North Dakota's Gold Mine

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 16, 2011

North Dakota is in an age of an oil boom as new technology allows for more extraction. And a Norwegian oil giant is acquiring Brigham Exploration for a chance at this oil.

Energy in 2030

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted October 14, 2011

When in doubt, I always turn to the military for long-term guidance. They plan ahead, fund new technologies, and adopt them earliest.

GE Enters the Solar Market

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 13, 2011

GE is trying to re-enter the solar market, this time with a big plan in mind: the company will build the largest solar panel factory in America.

Stable Market for Solar Inverter Makers

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 12, 2011

Analysts are saying that inverters could be a safe investment for those looking for cheap, valuable solar stocks.

IEA Cuts Outlook for Next Year's Global Oil Demand

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 12, 2011

Oil production will still increase next year, reaching 89.2 million barrels per day.

Panasonic Chosen To Supply 80,000 Batteries To Tesla Motors

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 12, 2011

Panasonic and Tesla have developed a line of batteries that are made specifically for electric automobiles. The two companies began teaming up back in 2009.

NRC Issues Areva License for Uranium Plant

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 12, 2011

Nuclear Engineering International reports "Eagle Rock will have an annual production capacity of approximately 3.3 million SWU, and there will be the possibility of doubling that capacity if market...

Energy's Rare Earth Minerals

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted October 12, 2011

To be produced, it all relies on a group of rare chemical elements that are not presently mined, refined, or traded in large quantities, and, as a result, their availability might be constrained by...

Rare Earth Element Companies to Watch

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 11, 2011

As China holds back on rare earth exports, other exploration companies rush to get ahead.

Water Scarcity Creating Investment Opportunities

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 10, 2011

The Untied Nations reports that by 2030 more than half of the world population will be living in areas considered to have "high water stress." A scary thought since water is used not only for...

$48 Billion Needed to End Energy Poverty

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 10, 2011

A $48 billion investment is needed to end energy poverty, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).