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Sole Power Tile of SRS Energy Chosen to Feature in Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum

The Sole Power Tile product of building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products developer SRS Energy has been chosen to be displayed at the National Design Triennial exhibition which is presented by the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum of the Smithsonian Institution.

17 May 2010

International Market Update on Geothermal Energy 2010 to be Released in Washington, D.C.

On May 21, 2010, The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center located in Washington, D.C. will witness the gathering of both national and international policy makers, researchers and developers for the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) Global Geothermal Showcase and Forum.

15 May 2010

Suntech Collaborates with Silex Solar and the UNSW on Solar Cells Research

Crystalline silicon solar panels manufacturer Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd. has partnered with Silex Solar and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) to research advanced technology for improving the crystalline silicon solar cells’ power conversion efficiencies.

15 May 2010

Solaria Corporation Secures $45 Million in Financing

Solar photovoltaic modules designer and manufacturer Solaria Corporation has secured $45 million in a round of financing headed by DBL Investors and CMEA Capital.

15 May 2010

TVA Provides Renewable Energy to Illinois Customers

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has started supplying customers with its 300 MW of renewable wind energy obtained from the Streator Cayuga Ridge wind park of Iberdrola Renewables Inc. located in Livingston County, Illinois.

15 May 2010

Campus Buildings of A-B Tech to have Thermal Collectors

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College has signed a contract with solar energy producing firm FLS Energy, Inc., for having the company install 39 thermal collectors on four of its campus buildings for providing hot water heated with the help of solar energy.

15 May 2010

DCED Invests in Clean Energy Projects

George Cornelius, the Secretary of Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), commented that the commonwealth, in an effort to highlight its commitment to solar energy, has made investments of over $7 million in six novel projects.

15 May 2010

ProLogis Partners with Southern California Edison on Solar Panel Project

ProLogis and Southern California Edison (SCE) have entered into an agreement to place around 40% of the 250 MW solar panel project of SCE on the rooftops of ProLogis distribution warehouse in the region of Inland Empire in Southern California.

15 May 2010

"SOLARHAUS 50+" Special Exhibition to Focus on Solar Heating

One of the largest exhibitions in the world for the solar sector Intersolar Europe will launch novel technological solutions meant for solar heating purposes to interested visitors and trade specialists at the New Munich Trade Fair Centre during June 9 – 11, 2010. Intersolar Europe will display an idea through which buildings can cover a minimum of 50% of its heating requirements utilizing solar heat.

15 May 2010

Norbord Commences Solarbord Production in Cordele, Georgia

In an effort to meet the increasing demand for radiant barrier solutions in the South East of the U.S., Norbord Inc. has started production of Solarbord at its oriented strand board (OSB) mill in Cordele, Georgia.

15 May 2010

Etón Corporation Releases the Scorpion

Green-powered electronics manufacturer and emergency preparedness company Etón Corporation has launched the Scorpion, which is an all-terrain, solar-powered device for outdoor adventures.

15 May 2010

Sixtron Partners with Air Liquide on Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells

Sixtron Advanced Materials has established a partnership with Air Liquide to distribute and promote sophisticated coating materials to manufacturers of crystalline silicon (“c-Si”) solar cells globally.

15 May 2010

15-50 Wind Turbine Generator from AOC

The 15/50 wind turbine generator provided by AOC is downwind type. This wind turbine does not possess an active yaw control and tracks the wind direction by utilizing its blades.

14 May 2010

UGE-4K Vertical Axis Wind Turbine from Urban Green Energy

The UGE-4K model vertical axis wind turbine provided by Urban Green Energy utilizes a electronic over speed protection (MPPT) brake system. The blades of this model are made of carbon fiber and fiberglass and offers 125 rpm.

14 May 2010

Whisper 500 Wind Turbine from Southwest Windpower

The Whisper 500 wind turbine provided by Southwest Windpower is offered in 24, 36, and 48 VDC ranges and higher voltages are also available. The start-up speed of this wind turbine is 3.4 m/s, its rated power is 3000 watts at 10.5 m/s and its peak power is 3200 watts at 12 m/s.

14 May 2010