The U.S. Department of Energy, under its SunShot initiative, has granted $12.8 million to Dow Solar, a division of The Dow Chemical Company. The 3-year grant has been awarded to the company to lessen the costs involved in building integrated (BIPV) solar systems.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
5 Sep 2011
Ballast Nedam has inked an agreement with wpd for about € 250 million for installing 80 turbine foundations at the Butendiek marine wind farm located in Germany.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
5 Sep 2011
The University of Birmingham has been testing a hydrogen powered prototype canal boat for inland waterways for around three years. Empa has designed the hydrogen tank for this boat.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
3 Sep 2011
The technology in “fire paint” used to protect steel beams in buildings and other structures has found a new life as a first-of-its-kind flame retardant for children’s cotton sleepwear, terrycloth bathrobes and other apparel, according to a report presented here today at the 242nd National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society (ACS).
A new study of dust-like particles of soot in the air — now emerging as the second most important — but previously overlooked — factor in global warming provides fresh evidence that reducing soot emissions from diesel engines and other sources could slow melting of sea ice in the Arctic faster and more economically than any other quick fix, a scientist reported here today.
Air Force officials unveiled a plan Aug. 31 to establish Los Angeles Air Force Base, Calif., as the first federal facility to replace 100 percent of its general purpose fleet with plug-in electric vehicles.
Industry analyst firm NanoMarkets has just released a new report on the markets for indium-based materials in the rapidly growing photovoltaics (PV) industry.
smart has always been a pioneer in matters of urban mobility and with the smart fortwo electric drive the company is showing the direction of development in cities around the world. Together with BASF, the largest automotive supplier in the chemical industry, smart is demonstrating its leading role in the use of forward-looking technologies above and beyond the drive system.
Bacteria in Panda poop can efficiently break down plant material for producing biofuels. The discovery will enable utilization of wood chips, crop wastes and grass, and reduce dependency on imported oil and food crops.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
31 Aug 2011
Aquatech, a provider of wastewater reuse, recycling and treatment solutions, has declared that it will take part in the Shale Gas Insight 2011 to be held on September 7 and 8, which has been sponsored by the Philadelphia-based Marcellus Shale Coalition.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
31 Aug 2011
The financing procedures for installing the first wind energy projects in Nevada have been completed by Pattern Energy. The finance scheme is an 18-year term loan supported by Siemens Financial Services, Union Bank and Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
30 Aug 2011
Imperial Petroleum has signed a Letter of Engagement with Green Grease Solutions for a two year supply of feedstock for its Indiana biodiesel operations.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
30 Aug 2011
Etrion, who is an independent producer of solar power, has completed the Helios ITA-3 solar project in Italy.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
30 Aug 2011
SunPower, a producer of ultra-efficient solar systems, solar panels and solar cells, has declared that it will supply 75,000 SunPower E19/320 W ultra-efficient solar panels to a 24 MW solar project proposed by Akuo Energy’s subsidiary, Akuo Solar.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
30 Aug 2011
The Dow Corning® brand silicone adhesives and sealants offer installers and integrators a cost-effective solution to mount solar modules while producing more durable rail bonding, lowering the installed cost per megawatt hour.