Latest Renewable energy commercialization Stories

2013-01-24 08:26:39

BERLIN, January 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The greatest challenge facing the energy companies in Germany right now is not making sure that sufficient power is produced, but rather directing that energy efficiently. This, and other related topics, will be discussed at the SMART GRIDS summit from January 28-30 in Berlin, where Germany Trade and Invest will be advising on the industry developments in Germany. "Distribution System Operators (DSO) and energy companies...

Chevron Energy Solutions Solar Installation at Santa Cruz County Office of Education Goes Live

2013-01-17 08:21:51

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Jan. 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Santa Cruz County Office of Education and Chevron Energy Solutions today announced completion of a solar installation and energy efficiency improvements expected to reduce both carbon emissions and energy costs, saving more than $2 million over the program's life. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130117/CG41183) "We believe this project has the potential to significantly reduce our operating expenses in an...

Residential and Commercial Funding for Solar Projects Available at Solar Product Distributor Fire Energy USA's "Go for the Green in 2013" Solar Conference

2013-01-16 23:00:55

Overcoming the obstacles to successfully finance solar projects will be the focus of “Go for the Green in 2013" Solar Conference on Saturday, February 9th 2013 from 9:00 AM -3:30 PM at the Hilton Hotel Los Angeles/San Gabriel. Solar contractors, integrators and installers will walk away from solar product wholesale distributor Fire Energy USA's hosted event with the means to get the capital needed for projects that range from a single family home to large commercial...

Phoenix water treatment goes solar

2013-01-15 16:21:39

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The city of Phoenix's Lake Pleasant Water Treatment Plant has started working directly with the sun to help produce the energy needed to operate the plant, which produces 15 billion gallons of tap water each year. A 7.5-megawatt high efficiency solar power system, which was designed and built by SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ: SPWR) and is the largest such installation on city property, is expected to generate 70 percent of the plant's...

Canadian Solar and Algonquin Power Partner on 10 MW AC Utility-Scale Solar Power Project in Ontario

2013-01-14 02:23:59

GUELPH, Ontario, Canada, Jan. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) (the "Company", or "Canadian Solar"), one of the world's largest solar power companies, today announced that its subsidiary, Canadian Solar Solutions Inc., has signed a 10 MW AC Module Supply Agreement with Algonquin Power Co. ("APCo"), to provide Canadian Solar modules for a utility-scale solar power project in Cornwall, Ontario. Construction is scheduled to begin in the second quarter...

Green Energy: Subsidies, Initiatives and New Efficiency Expected to Drive Greater Profits

2013-01-14 02:23:57

NEW YORK, January 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Companies that are researching and developing new and efficient ways to produce renewable energy can expect greater profits in the coming years. Governments are also providing subsidies and initiatives to boost the development and production of renewable energy, fostering accelerated growth within the industry. The green industry continues to buoy higher as First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ: FSLR) [Full Research Report...

SC Johnson Honored with RENEW Wisconsin Award for Powering Operations with Renewable Energy

2013-01-11 12:20:53

RACINE, Wis., Jan. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Reflecting SC Johnson's dedication to the environment, RENEW Wisconsin today awarded it the "Renewable Energy Customer-Generator of the Year" honor, specifically citing the company's achievements in using renewable energy in its global manufacturing operations. The independent nonprofit organization leads and represents businesses, organizations and individuals seeking cleaner, renewable energy in Wisconsin. "To be recognized with other...

Duke Energy Renewables completes solar farm in Eastern N.C.

2013-01-10 08:21:21

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy Renewables, a commercial business unit of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), has completed construction of a 12.5-megawatt (MW) commercial-scale solar power project in Beaufort County, N.C., near Bath and Washington. The Washington White Post solar farm was placed into service in December 2012. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20040414/DUKEENERGYLOGO ) "This project fits well with our mission to provide affordable and...

E.ON Climate & Renewables surpasses 2.5 GW milestone

2013-01-09 12:21:40

CHICAGO, Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- E.ON Climate & Renewables (EC&R) North America announced today it has more than 2,700 megawatts (MW) of nameplate capacity in operation across its 18 wind farms located in 5 states. The company completed construction on three projects in Texas and Indiana in 2012, totaling approximately 500 MW: --Magic Valley Wind Farm, located approximately 5 miles east of Raymondville, Texas, and the first wind energy project in Willacy...

Duke Energy Renewables completes Black Mountain Solar Project in Arizona

2013-01-09 12:21:37

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy Renewables, part of Duke Energy's Commercial Businesses, announced today the completion of its 10-megawatt (MW) Black Mountain Solar Power Project near Kingman, Ariz. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20040414/DUKEENERGYLOGO ) "The Black Mountain solar farm joins our growing portfolio of projects in Arizona," said Duke Energy Renewables President Greg Wolf. "With Black Mountain now producing electricity, Duke...