Globally, the need for buildings that save energy and reduce environmental impact is increasing and hence, architects are looking for green, sustainable designs. However, designing such buildings is not easy, as it depends on various factors, including cost, climate, geography and locations.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
The European Union has awarded 10 million euro to the Laboratory of Photovoltaics at the University of Luxembourg in order to develop technologies for manufacturing cheaper and more efficient solar cells.
By Nick Gilbert
14 May 2012
Veolia Transportation, North America-based supplier of multiple modes of transportation, has announced that the company will introduce the first propane autogas taxi fleet of Baltimore at a special ceremony, when Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake of Baltimore City will participate in the first propane taxi ride.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
National science institutes of 15 nations that include the Royal Society have released joint statements addressing some of the major issues faced by the planet.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
BT Imaging, a provider of luminescence-based inspection and quality control systems for use in the photovoltaic production industry, has unveiled a suite of production tools that allows photovoltaic wafer manufacturers to communicate and work efficiently with cell manufacturers to achieve the optimal cell efficiency.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
SPX, a provider of evaporative and hybrid cooling towers and other products, has declared that its Thermal Equipment and Services division has acquired a contract to provide air-cooled condenser (ACC) to a 1.3 GW natural gas-fired, combined cycle power plant.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
14 May 2012
The solar-powered Telstar satellite is going to be 50 years old in the next two months. It was the first satellite to transmit intercontinental television broadcasts. The satellite has been launched on July 10, 1962, during the Cold War space race and includes 3,600 solar cells.
By Nick Gilbert
14 May 2012
Sunergy America, a provider of alternative energy solutions and Electrical Contractors, involved in electrical contracting, entered into a strategic partnership to address the renewable energy sectors in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
SgurrEnergy, Glasgow-based renewable energy consultant, has provided full support for beginning the construction work at the 14.3 MW Bankend Rig wind farm. Despite facing planning restrictions and tight deadlines, the project has reached financial completion. The project is situated on the East Ayrshire and South Lanarkshire borders. Wilson Renewables owns the project.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
The usage of renewable energies, especially, solar energy is increasing rapidly worldwide. As per the market research conducted, the growth of solar market has been increased by 1395 IN 2010.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
Dispersing fine (sub-micron) light-scattering particles into the upper atmosphere could help to combat climate change, suggests a former UK government advisor and chemical engineer
The Achieving Sustainable Energy for All in Small Island Developing States Conference concluded yesterday with the adoption of the “Barbados Declaration” calling for universal access to modern and affordable renewable energy services, while protecting environment, ending poverty and creating new opportunities for economic growth. The declaration, adopted just weeks before the UN Conference on Sustainable Development ‘Rio+20’, includes an annex with voluntary commitments of 20 Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to take actions toward providing universal access to energy, switching to renewable energy and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Yingli Green Energy Holding, a solar company, has partnered with the State of Rio de Janeiro, Light ESCO and EDF, Consultoria, s developer of solar projects for installing a solar project at the Estadio do Maracana, Brazil's highest-profile football stadium.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
11 May 2012
Renewable energy companies and top-ranked military officials convened recently at the second forum, which is a multi-part series.
By Nick Gilbert
11 May 2012
Carbon-investments.co.uk, a portal for carbon investments, has appreciated a recent solar initiative to be executed in South India by Eureka Forbes, which markets sustainable home products in India and CarbonSoft, a company involved in integrating carbon credits.
By G.P. Thomas
11 May 2012