Doerr, Immelt Say U.S. Is Falling Behind in Cleantech
Cleantech heavyweights publish op-ed piece stating that U.S. government policies are the primary obstacle.
Renewable Ventures Completes $200M Solar Fund
The fund will focus on the development and acquisition of commercial, public sector, and utility-scale solar projects.
Hong Kong Offshore Wind Farm Receives Approval
Approval of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report moves project forward one step.
STX Heavy Acquires Netherlands Wind Turbine Firm
South Korean firm aiming to become a top 10 wind turbine manufacturer.
Wal-Mart, SunEdison To Build Roof-Top Solar in Puerto Rico
Agreement signed for five rooftop systems with potential for 23 stores over five years.
DOE, Treasury Begin Accepting Applications for $3B in Grants
Grants will be given up front in lieu of tax credits for renewable energy projects.
Senate Increased Energy Efficiency Spending
Senate increases appropriations for DOE's EERE programs in 2010.
Virginia Considering $1.9B Transmission Project for Coal-Fired Power
Sierra Club and Earthjustice hope to block project which will lead to a ramp up of coal mining and emissions.
Lobbying Firm Forged Letters Opposing Climate Change Bill
The lobbying firm, Bonner & Associates, sent letters to freshman Representative Tom Perriello from fake members of the NAACP and a Latino group.
Clark Energy, Acciona to Build Army Solar Project
Solar installation at Ft. Irwin to provide up to 500 MW of power at a cost of about $2 billion.