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Dubai Duty Free Convert to Reverte Oxo-Biodegradable Bags

Reverte has been selected as the oxo-biodegradable additive of choice for Dubai Duty Free, one of the largest Duty Free retailers in the world.

21 Dec 2009

Piezoceramics and Ultrasonic Sensors in Smart Meters Aid Energy Conservation Efforts

Morgan Technical Ceramics (MTC) introduces its piezoelectric ceramic components and ultrasonic sensors for flow measurement of utilities, including gas, heat and water. Ultrasonic flow measurement devices can be a key component of “smart meters” designed to display hour-by-hour real time information about energy usage and pricing, facilitating residential and commercial energy conservation efforts.

21 Dec 2009

Hydro-Quebec to Go Ahead with 7.6 MW Landfill Gas Project

Hydro-Quebec will be focusing on the advancement of its project which aims in generating 7.6 megawatts of electricity from landfill gas collected at Waste Management’s site in the Saint-Nicephore district of Drummondville. Waste Management is delighted by this decision of Hydro-Quebec. Waste Management is a chief provider of waste management services in North America.

21 Dec 2009

Largest Rooftop Solar System Inaugurated in Europe by Trina Solar

The largest rooftop solar system in Europe with a capacity of 40MW was inaugurated by Trina Solar, a leading manufacture of solar photovoltaic products that includes wafers, cells and ingots along with assembly of PV modules. The installation of this rooftop solar system was completed with the use of solar modules from Trina Solar. These solar modules were supplied based on the sales agreement between Trina Solar and Invictus. Invictus, a partner of the Benelux TEC Servicegroup, is a Belgian company.

21 Dec 2009

Global Offshore Wind Industry Poised for Substantial Growth in the Next Decade

The offshore wind industry, led by European utilities, is expected to have a significant growth in the next decade with the growth of the global installed base to be approximately 45 GW in the year 2020 as stated by a recent market study from Emerging Energy Research. Emerging Energy Research highlights the offshore developments to be brought about in Asia and North America.

21 Dec 2009

Amtech Receives Large Solar Orders from Existing and New Customers

Tempress Systems, a solar subsidiary unit of Amtech Systems, has received an estimated amount of $10 million as part of its solar orders for its diffusion processing systems. Amtech Systems is a worldwide supplier of automation and production systems for the manufacturers of silicon wafers, semiconductors and solar cells.

21 Dec 2009

Updated Plans for Solar Park Initiatives Announced by Solar Energy Initiatives

Solar Energy Initiatives is working on its corporate mission to Renew The Nation through economic development. The company intends to bring about this development through the sale and installation of solar technologies such as solar thermal and photovoltaic technologies. Plans have been updated for Solar Park Initiatives, a subsidiary unit of Solar Energy Initiatives in line with this corporate mission.

21 Dec 2009

RCI Technologies’ Two Biomass Cogeneration Plants Selected by Hydro-Québec

RCI Environment announced that two anaerobic digestion plants submitted by RCI Technologies, a subsidiary unit of RCI Environment have been retained by Hydro-Québec. This submission took place as part of RCI Technologies offer in response to call for tenders from Hydro-Québec to purchase energy produced by biomass cogeneration.

21 Dec 2009

Nexant Releases “Algae: Emerging Options for Sustainable Biofuels” Study

“Algae: Emerging Options for Sustainable Biofuels” is a study recently published by Nexant. This study analyzes the full range of algae technology including a number of global participants. Different technical ideas for utilizing algae are examined in this study. This includes the utilization of algae from open ponds to closed reactors. The various technical measures are based on sugar feedstock and carbon dioxide photosynthesis.

21 Dec 2009

N-Viro International Receives Grant Award for Testing Renewable Biofuel N-Viro Fuel

Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth (DELEG) has announced a grant award to N-Viro International Corporation for conducting a feasibility test for its N-Viro Fuel at a utility based in Michigan. N-Viro International Corporation is an environmental and materials operating company and owns patented technologies related to conversion of a wide range of waste into reusable products include N-Viro Fuel, renewable biofuel and N-Viro Soil.

21 Dec 2009

Industrial Biotechnology Tools Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Industrial Production

Greenhouse gas emissions from the production of a wide range of products, from auto parts to fabrics, can be drastically reduced by utilizing industrial biotechnology tools. A technology showcase was jointly hosted by EuropaBio and the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), at Copenhagen, Denmark. The event was organized to demonstrate the important part played by biotechnology in developing ecofriendly products, such as automobile tires, carpets and biofuels, as alternatives to products from conventional production methods. These products were selected by the UN Climate Change Conference organizers.

21 Dec 2009

World's 5 Fastest Growing Wind Power Markets: A New Report from Research and Markets

Research and Markets has added a new report titled “World's 5 Fastest Growing Wind Power Markets (2009)” to its offering.

21 Dec 2009

Jacob Wind Power Systems from Wind Turbine Industries

Wind Turbine Industries supplies Jacob wind power systems. This wind power system generates a rated power of 20 kilowatts at a maximum wind speed of 26 miles per hour. The cut-in wind speed of the Jacob wind power system is 8 miles per hour. The wind power system from Wind Turbine Industries has a horizontal upwind design and consists of a three blade variable pitch type of rotor. This rotor has an overall diameter of 31 feet and operates at a maximum speed of 175 rotations per minute.

21 Dec 2009

Redfyre Offers Kensal 20 Multi-Fuel Stoves

The Kensal 20 multi-fuel stove incorporates an airwash system and cleanburn technology. The airwash system helps the glass to remain clean for a clear view of the fire. The cleanburn technology is designed to utilize the fuel efficiently and provide maximum heat output.

21 Dec 2009

7100FP Wood Fireplaces from Quadra-Fire

The 7100FP wood fireplace comprises a large firebox that has an arch shape, along with a heat zone and an auxiliary convection air system. The large double doors of the fireplace are made of cast iron. The biomass fireplace, offered by Quadra-Fire, is available with three door styles, namely, 24k gold trim, classic black finish, and satin nickel trim.

21 Dec 2009