India’s Installed Solar Power Capacity Crosses 3 GW
Though solar power installation has slowed a bit this year, the country’s overall capacity has crossed the 3 GW mark, and will continue to grow.
Tesla Displays “Evolution” In Fremont Factory
There are a number of reasons why so many people have become Tesla fanatics. Of course, the amazing vehicles Tesla has created or is planning to create are a big part of that. However, there are several other factors behind that fanaticism as well. Some examples that come to mind … [continued]
Poll — Majority Of British Want Global Action On Climate Change
A new Populus survey conducted in the UK has found that 73% of people want world leaders to agree on a global deal to tackle climate change, while 66% want action now. “The survey reveals an appetite for action on climate change by the UK public, with only 20% agreeing … [continued]
Q3 Earnings: Yingli Guts Full-Year Shipment Guidance
Leading PV manufacturer Yingli Green Energy reported its third quarter earnings Tuesday, and while it reported solid revenue for the quarter, fourth-quarter and full-year guidance for module shipments show a much poorer picture. Yingli Green reported revenue for the third quarter of $551.5 million, up slightly on the previous quarter’s $549.5 … [continued]
The Good & Bad For Solar Power In Serbia
The Serbian town of Kladovo, located 250 kilometers east of the capital city of Belgrade, now holds one of the largest solar PV plants in the country, along with the largest hydroelectric power station in the country, making it a major supplier of renewable energy in the country. Serbia’s Minister of Mining and … [continued]
1.5 GW Rooftop Solar Power Capacity In India By 2018, Says Report
The boom in the Indian solar power industry will extend to the rooftop solar power segment as industries and commercial consumers look to take advantage of the falling solar power prices. Through changing industrial and policy dynamics, India looks set to install 1.5 GW of rooftop solar power capacity by 2018, a … [continued]
Why Aren’t Rural Electric Cooperatives Champions of Local Clean Power?
Originally published on ilsr.org. When it comes to ownership, there are few better structures for keeping a community’s wealth local than a cooperative. So why is it that America’s rural electric cooperatives are tethered to dirty, old coal-fired power plants instead of local-wealth generating renewable power? There are a lot … [continued]
IRENA Says China Can Nearly Quadruple Renewable Energy By 2030
A new report published Monday by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has shown that China can increase its use of renewable energy from 13% to 26% by 2030, representing a nearly fourfold increase if the economic powerhouse is able to pull it off. “As the largest energy consumer in … [continued]
650,000 Jobs In Europe’s Growing Bicycling Economy
Bicycling is splendid for the health. It is emits zero emissions. It increases economic activity and local jobs… particularly in Europe. Employment in Europe’s cycling industry is up and is reportedly outdoing other major industries. It follows that, as people explore Europe, they do as the natives do — they bicycle. European bicycle … [continued]
BMW i3 Crowned The 2015 Green Car Of The Year
Originally published on Planetsave. What’s the greenest new car of the year? A BMW electric car. The BMW i3, a wonderful entry electric car from BMW, was just announced the 2015 Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal. With carbon fiber, aluminum, bamboo, recycled plastic, and the greatest efficiency of any … [continued]
