18.4 GW of new installations in first half of 2011, 43.9 GW expected for the full year China confirms its role as global wind locomotive … 18.4 GW of new wind power installations in first half of 2011Read more
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First hybrid power plant
Sen. Harry Reid kicked off the fourth annual clean energy conference today by announcing the inauguration of the first-ever hybrid geothermal and solar plant, combining … First hybrid power plantRead more
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World’s largest tidal power plant
The power plant at the artificial sea-water Lake Shihwa on the west coast near Seoul began partial operation early this month after nearly seven years … World’s largest tidal power plantRead more
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Renewable Energy Continued Growth in 2010 Despite Recession
The newly released REN21 Renewables 2011 Global Status Report shows that the renewable energy sector continues to perform well despite continuing economic recession, incentive cuts, … Renewable Energy Continued Growth in 2010 Despite RecessionRead more
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$211 billion was invested into renewable energy last year
US$211 billion was invested into renewable energy last year, up a third from 2009, according to a new United Nations report, Global Trends in Renewable … $211 billion was invested into renewable energy last yearRead more
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Home Geothermal Installation
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OD8wMRNWuuM] 500% Efficiency in winter. For $1 electrical energy input, $5 thermal output. Quiet. No noise. Comfortable than AC. Reliable. 55+ years warranty. Eco-friendly. – … Home Geothermal InstallationRead more
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Advantages of Using Molten Salt
A variety of fluids was tested to transport the sun’s heat, including water, air, oil, and sodium, before molten salt was selected as best. Molten … Advantages of Using Molten SaltRead more
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FPL’s solar stars shine at new 500-acre array
Secured in 6,800 aluminum frames on 7,100 steel pylons in perfectly straight rows on 500 acres, the mirrors are the stars of the company’s Martin … FPL’s solar stars shine at new 500-acre arrayRead more
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One more firm moved to solar
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMhMpPU3DC0] MTC Logistics has launched a 737 kW solar installation on the roof of its refrigeration warehouse in the Port of Baltimore. It is designed … One more firm moved to solarRead more
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Solar power plant that works even in night
It looks like a giant art project. But this symmetrical, circular pattern of mirrored panels is the world’s first solar power station that generates electricity … Solar power plant that works even in nightRead more