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Solar Thin Films Acquires BudaSolar Technologies

Solar Thin Films, Inc., a developer, manufacturer and marketer of manufacturing equipment for the production of "thin-film" amorphous silicon and CIGS photovoltaic modules, has signed a letter of intent to acquire a majority 60% interest in BudaSolar Technologies Co., Ltd. for an initial $3 million in working capital funding, with an option to purchase the remaining 40% minority interest, based on a multiple of earnings, in the combined company described below.

7 Jun 2008

Turning Recycled Computer Games Consoles into Eco-Friendly Furniture

A South East London furniture manufacturer is turning recycled computer games consoles into eco-friendly furniture.

7 Jun 2008

DuPont Recently Participated in Second Annual Photovoltaic Power Expo

DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions recently participated in the second annual Photovoltaic (PV) Power Expo 2008 in Shanghai, China. The event included an exhibition and conference organized by the European Photovoltaic Industry Association and the Chinese Renewable Energy Society.

7 Jun 2008

Expansion Focuses on Construction of New Crystal-Growing Facility

After commissioning a new wafer production facility at the so-called "Jena Site 2" in mid-April, WACKER SCHOTT Solar GmbH is continuing its production-site expansion. The company announced this today during a visit by Jena mayor Albrecht Schröter. The expansion measures focus on construction of a new crystal-growing facility.

7 Jun 2008

European Steel for Packaging Industry's Sustainability Positioning in Europe

The European Steel for packaging industry launched its sustainability positioning in Brussels, showcasing its unique position as an enabler for a sustainable 21st century.

7 Jun 2008

Devices Harvest Energy from Surroundings

When a factory machine breaks down, it's hard to know what to do. Production
often comes to a standstill until the error has finally been pinpointed - and
that can take hours. The causes are legion; in many cases it is all due to a
single interrupted contact. Consequently, many manufacturers have long been
hoping for a technology that will work without vulnerable power and data cables.

7 Jun 2008

Helicopter Powered by Fuel Cell

The old saying that there is strength in numbers also applies to fuel cells. To deliver a high enough power output, a number of cells have to be connected in series. Manufacturers normally stack the fuel cells - a structure consisting of several metal plates, each containing one channel for air and one for hydrogen.

6 Jun 2008

ENERGY STAR Product Stops Energy Loss through Wood Framing

The EPA's ENERGY STAR program reports that the average American household spends more than $1,900 each year on energy bills, and that figure is destined to climb. Doors and windows are among the most popular ENERGY STAR building products recommended for replacement because homeowners are well aware of their insulating value, home energy savings potential and return on investment.

6 Jun 2008

Saving Nearly $100 Million a Year in Unnecessary Battery Replacements

Long before it was fashionable for companies to proclaim "Green is Good" messaging, PulseTech® Products Corporation was busy improving the performance and extending the life cycles of millions of batteries for both the military and private sector consumers with its exclusive line of products.

6 Jun 2008

Businesses and Organizations Collaborate to Deliver Energy-Saving Solutions

World Environment Day -- Leading businesses, US cities nationwide and respected non-profit organizations today joined with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon to launch "Together" -- the largest-ever consumer engagement campaign on climate change.

6 Jun 2008

40 MW of Renewable Energy to Come Online in 2010

Dairyland Power Cooperative has executed a power purchase agreement with a subsidiary of DTE Energy Services, Inc., to purchase the full 40 MW expected electrical output of a proposed new biomass power plant located in Cassville, Wis. The facility will burn wood waste to generate renewable energy for the members of the Dairyland system.

6 Jun 2008

Generating Renewable Energy from Poultry Litter

Fibrowatt, a pioneer in generating renewable energy from poultry litter, announced today that it has chosen a site offered by Surry County near Elkin to build a new biomass-fueled power plant.

6 Jun 2008

Relationship Paves the Way for Easy Adoption of Solar Electricity

SunRun, the nation's first residential solar electricity provider, today announced a partnership with Advanced Solar Electric (ASE), a leading California residential solar system installer. The relationship paves the way for the easy adoption of solar electricity among Southern California homeowners.

6 Jun 2008

EMTA Diesel Fuel Additive Receives Texas and EPA Approval

EMTA Holdings, Inc., an energy, fuel and environmental conservation company, announced today that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has re-evaluated the emissions data and determined that Clean Boost LE Diesel Fuel Treatment does meet the state's stringent low-emission diesel fuel regulations.

6 Jun 2008

TOMY Introduces Revolutionary Line of Eco-Conscious Toys

TOMY Corporation's Eco Angels(TM) brand introduces a revolutionary line of eco-conscious toys utilizing biomass materials, a safe and responsible alternative to traditional plastics. Friendly for the earth and babies, the Eco Angels line will be available at specialty retailers this Fall. More information is available at http://www.tomy-usa.com.

6 Jun 2008