Blackstone Finances Germany's Largest Offshore Wind Farm
The EUR 1.2 billion transaction for Meerwind demonstrates that privately financed projects of this scale are possible, but only with favorable government policy support.
SoloPower Expands Thin-Film Manufacturing to 400 MW
A $200M DOE loan guarantee makes it possible for them to expand its current plant and build two new ones in Portland, Oregon.
Which College is the 'Coolest' in America?
University of Washington in Seattle leads US colleges on sustainable operations.
J&J Sets 50MW Target for Onsite Renewable Energy
Johnson & Johnson announced a new set of five-year targets for sustainability, including 50 MW of renewables.
State Roundup: Cleantech Opposes NJ Energy Plan; Why Southern States Lag on Renewables; Illinois' E-Waste Ban Extended; Green America's Capitals Launches
NJ Governor Christie would prioritize natural gas over renewables in proposed energy plan.
New Geothermal Plants, Technologies Come Online
New technologies from Ormat and US Geothermal increase efficiency by a third.
Slump in Wind Turbine Purchases Ends in 2012, Doubles by 2025
IHS expects the wind industry to strongly rebound in 2012, returning to its high water mark levels reached in 2008.
Airlines Recognized As Green Supply Chain Partners
The cargo divisions of Continental, Delta and Lufthansa were recognized for ongoing commitments to sustainability.
Corporate Leaders to Map Water Risks
Coca-Cola, GE and Dow Chemical are among the corporations working with the World Resources Institute to assess and respond to global water risks.
World's First Tri-Generation Fuel Cell Commissioned in California
The fuel cell uses biogas to produce heat, hydrogen and electricity.