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CALIFORNIA NEWS
The Clean, Green Desert
It’s an environmental catch-22. California needs to meet its aggressive goals for renewable-energy production, but solar and wind farms require lots of space.
City Governments Join for Solar Bulk Buy
The City Council on Tuesday unanimously agreed to sign on to a “power purchase agreement” with Santa Clara County which is giving dozens of city governments a way to afford solar power.
NATIONAL NEWS
EOS Ventures, Berkshire Bank, and Alteris Renewables Partner in Small-Scale “Bundled” PPA Financing
Host sites Bedard Bros. Auto, Berkshire South Regional Community Center, Brandeis University, Quality Printing, Hancock Shaker Village, and The Wheeler School Benefit from Lower Transaction Costs
groSolar and Locus Accelerate Energy Monitoring
Open-source platform connects groEnergy Watch with any inverter or revenue grade meter.
1BOG Launches East Coast’s First Solar Group Purchasing Campaign in New Jersey
Homeowners throughout the northern part of New Jersey can now sign up for free to join the Northern New Jersey 1BOG solar campaign and buy residential solar energy at a group discount rate of only $5.45 per watt.
SunEdison and Developers Diversified Realty Activate Five PV Systems
SunEdison and Developers Diversified Realty, the owner, manager and developer of an international portfolio of shopping centers, have activated five solar power projects in Princeton, Hamilton and Union, New Jersey.
Advanced Energy Signs Agreement for Photovoltaic Solar Plant in Colorado
Advanced Energy Industries has announced that AMEC has engaged Advanced Energy for a multi-year agreement to provide SiteGuard services for Colorado State University’s new, 2MW photovoltaic solar power plant located in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Renewable Power is an Expensive Proposition for Seattle
A statewide initiative has created a rush for renewable energy that has put a premium on prices.
10,000 PV Panels is Going to Power 1,450 Homes in PA
The project is in the final stages of permitting with construction expected in the early spring.
Solar Panels in the Stores but Installation’s Not for Novices
While many around the industry support solar energy’s move into the mainstream, there are some concerns: Electricity is involved, as well as a pile of paperwork for permits and government subsidies.
Stirling Solar Goes Live: How Does it Compare to Mirrors?
Sixty solar dishes go live in Arizona. Let the debate begin.
Michigan Schools to Get Free Help in Reducing Energy Bills
The Renewable Energy Program offers partial funding for the installation of solar panels and wind turbines at K-12 schools.
UTILITY INDUSTRY & REGULATORY NEWS
Duke Energy Acquires First Commercial Solar Power Project
Duke Energy is adding solar power to its commercial renewable energy portfolio through the acquisition of a large-scale solar photovoltaic project under development in San Antonio, Texas.
Smart Grid 101: Utilities Are Very Risk Averse
Any appearance of a problem with the smart grid rollout and it will have serious effects on the way utilities react.
MARKETS & MARKET RESEARCH
Energy Efficiency to Shine in 2010
Solar and wind power may get the headlines and attention, but green-tech experts say 2010 will be dominated by energy efficiency, the mundane but critical process of cutting the amount of gas and electricity that homes and offices use.
Solar Power Advocates Hopeful for 2010
Between 500 and 600 megawatts of solar power will be built this year across the United States — about double the figure of last year.
GOVERNMENT & POLITICS
DOE to Invest US $12M in Early State Solar Technologies
The anticipated subcontracts, up to $3 million each, will be awarded as 18-month phased subcontracts with payment made on completion of project milestones.
What Solar Should Look for in a National Energy Bill
If a climate bill fails, what national legislation can the solar market hope to see this year?
TECHNOLOGY
Solar Energy Generating Carports
The US solar panel manufacturer, ShadePlex, has announced the completion of a solar carport structure using ShadePlex’s innovative PV-FlexMount™ fabric solar panels.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
MEMC Says Wafer Lawsuit With Conergy Settled
MEMC said on Sunday it had reached an out-of-court settlement of a solar wafer supply contract lawsuit with Germany’s Conergy AG and that it would receive an undisclosed payment.
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