Texas Companies Exploring Hybrid Offshore Wind and Water Power
Hydro Green Energy will have access to offshore platforms to test currents for potential hydrokinetic power systems.
Hoku Signs $298M Silicon Supply Agreement
Pre-payments by Chinese PV ingot maker will go towards funding needed for completion of Idaho facility.
Spire to Supply Trina Solar With Module Equipment
Multi-year, multi-system contract is for the supply of solar simulation systems used for research, testing and production.
Governors Urge Congress to Extend Renewables Tax Incentives
All 50 governors signed a letter urging Congress to form a bi-partisan agreement to extend tax incentives for solar, wind and other renewable energy projects.
EPA Orders Staff Not to Talk With Investigators or Reporters
Leaked June e-mail forbid staff from speaking with any reporters or representatives of the Government Accountability Office or the EPA Inspector General.
ADM To Begin Cane-Based Ethanol Production in Brazil – Report
Brazilian newspaper reported that Archer Daniels Midland will participate in a joint venture operating two ethanol mills.
Consortium Wants to Build New Texas Transmission Lines For Wind Power
Major power transmission operators in Texas join together with a plan to build $5 billion worth of new transmission lines for wind power.
Middleclass America Is Building Green Homes – Report
Green homebuilding is crossing the tipping point, according to a new study that shows 50% of green homes were bought by individuals or families making less than $70,000.
Pigs in Japan Raised on Recycled Food
Giant Japanese Retailer Aeon Co. intends to establish a nationwide program for raising pigs on recycled food.
Schneider Electric to Acquire Xantrex Technology
All-cash transaction has an eqity value of approximately $500 million.