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" + "Tue, Feb 9 2010 - 8:05 AM" + "

" + "Solar Cells from Tobacco Plants May Be a Reality Soon" + "

" + "As the world continues its quest to use less fossil fuels, the latest possible solution comes from the most unlikely of sources: the tobacco plant. This latest news comes from the University of California, Berkeley. It will be nice to see tobacco used for something other than lung cancer. This new discovery is based [...] Posted in: Biofuels, PhotoVoltaics, Solar Power" + "

" + "Mon, Feb 8 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Artificial Reefs coming up from Offshore Wind Power and Wave Energy Devices" + "

" + "Offshore wind generation and wave energy foundations can step-up local abundances of fish and crabs. The reef-like structures also favor for example blue mussels and barnacles. What’s more, it is possible to increase or diminish the abundance of various species by altering the geomorphological blueprint of foundation. This was demonstrated by Dan Wilhelmsson of the [...]" + "

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" + "Mon, Feb 8 2010 - 8:17 AM" + "

" + "Jet Engines the Inspiration for New Wind Power Technology" + "

" + "Wind power has recently received a nice boost as one of the hottest forms of energy on the market. When comparing the recent market growth against all forms of energy, both renawables and non-renewables, wind turbines seem to be jumping to the head of the pack. While it still has a way to go [...] Posted in: Inventions, Wind Power, Wind Turbines" + "

" + "Fri, Feb 5 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Developing an Early Warning System for Climate Change" + "

" + "A global team of researchers led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) has produced a new technique of assessing the absorption of CO2 by the oceans and mapped out for the first time CO2 uptake for the entire North Atlantic. The process could lead to the development of an ‘early-warning system’ to notice any [...]" + "

" + "Thu, Feb 4 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "New Technology to Help Ocean Explorers" + "

" + "The Leibniz Institute of Marine Sciences (IFM-GEOMAR) in Kiel, Germany, recently received the largest fleet of so-called gliders in Europe. These instruments can search the oceans like sailplanes up to a depth of 1000 meters. In doing so they only devour as much energy as a bike light. In a few years up to ten [...]" + "

" + "Thu, Feb 4 2010 - 8:20 AM" + "

" + "Riversimple Fuel Cell Car Project Continues to Plod Along" + "

" + "People are getting more and more excited about green automobiles, so it was kind of surprising to see such a neutral reaction to the Fuel Cell Car by Riversimple. While this project has a very interesting slant from other cars that we have seen in this niche, it was met with a very lukewarm [...] Posted in: Fuel Cells, Hydrogen Fuel, Transportation" + "

" + "Wed, Feb 3 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Biodegradation of Exxon Valdez Oil Slowed by Low Concentrations of Oxygen and Nutrients" + "

" + "The combining of low densities of oxygen and nutrients in the lower levels of the beaches of Alaska’s Prince William Sound is slowing down the aerobiotic biodegradation of oil remaining from the 1989 Exxon Valdez spill, according to researchers at Temple University. Believed to be one of the biggest environmental tragedies in history, the Exxon Valdez [...]" + "

" + "Wed, Feb 3 2010 - 10:23 AM" + "

" + "Wood-Powered Cars: History Repeats Itself" + "

" + "Few people that are ripping around the streets in today’s gas guzzlers will remember wood-powered cars, but if things continue the way they are, they may be lucky enough to see one pull up next to them at the light. Wood-powered cars are starting to pop up again as yet another means of saving [...] Posted in: Biofuels, Transportation" + "

" + "Tue, Feb 2 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Melting Tundra a Problem for the Arctic Ocean" + "

" + "The growth in temperature in the Arctic Zone has already caused the sea-ice there to melt. According to research carried out by the University of Gothenburg, if the Arctic tundra also melts down, immense quantities of organic material will be channeled by the rivers straight into the Arctic Ocean, resulting in further discharges of carbon [...]" + "

" + "Tue, Feb 2 2010 - 8:04 AM" + "

" + "Is the Volkswagen E-Up the Future of Electric Cars?" + "

" + "Consumers surely remember the days of seeing pictures off all the funny looking electric cars. They looked like something out of the Jetson’s and were hardly something any of us would be caught dead in. Say goodbye to those old stereo types because the Volkswagon E-Up is raising the bar in electric car technology. YouTube: [...] Posted in: Electric Cars, Industry, Transportation" + "

" + "Tue, Feb 2 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "L-3 MAPPS to Update Beznau Full Scope Simulator with Orchid Simulation Products" + "

" + "L-3 MAPPS has signed an agreement with Switzerland\'s Axpo to update the Beznau full scope simulator with L-3 MAPPS\' latest suite of Orchid® simulation products. The project will kick off immediately and the upgraded simulator is slated to be accepted in the fall of 2010. \"We have achieved excellent results with the simulator and appreciate L-3 MAPPS\' level of engagement,\" said Roger Lufi, simulator supervisor at Axpo\'s Beznau Nuclear Power Plant. \"We are pleased to advance the Beznau simulator w..." + "

" + "Mon, Feb 1 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Offshore Wind Turbines get Smart Embedded Sensor Systems" + "

" + "A project called Smart Embedded Sensor Systems (SESS) now allow for operators of offshore wind energy facilities to ascertain ‘the health’ of the wind turbines, while the operator is sitting on land. This is made conceivable by incorporating sensors into the wind turbine blades to discover changes and damage in the blade structure at an [...]" + "

" + "Mon, Feb 1 2010 - 8:26 AM" + "

" + "Is It Possible To Convert To 100% Wind Power?" + "

" + "With all the talk of going green, the question had been thrown out many times if there will ever be a time that we can use nothing but renewable energy to power our world. A small island in Denmark is trying answer that question with a resounding yes as they power up every single [...] Posted in: Wind Farms, Wind Power, Wind Turbines" + "

" + "Mon, Feb 1 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "United Conveyor Corporation Unveils Improved 54in x 43in EXCEN-CRUSHER Clinker Grinder" + "

" + "United Conveyor Corporation (UCC), a global leader in ash handling and custom-engineered material handling systems, announces the release of its improved 54in x 43in EXCEN-CRUSHER. The EXCEN-CRUSHER effectively reduces clinker size in wet or dry applications with pneumatic, hydraulic or mechanical conveying systems downstream in large industrial power plant and utility installations up to 1500MW. \"The upgraded high capacity EXCEN-CRUSHER represents a significant design evolution to better meet t..." + "

" + "Mon, Feb 1 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "CGM.3 Electrical Distribution Switchgear Technical Workshop with Vestas Northern Europe Offshore" + "

" + "Ormazabal, along with its commercial brand CGM.3 switchgear, has held a technical seminar in Denmark last November in which the brand\'s solutions for 2010 were presented. The event was hosted at Skarup Imcase\'s warehouse and led by Ormazabal\'s technical direction, with assisting attendees from the utility Vestas Northern Europe Offshore. This technical seminar was structured in three parts: Presentation of constructive elements and parts of the gas insulated switchgear CGM.3 rated up to 36kV Pro..." + "

" + "Mon, Feb 1 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "United Conveyor Corporation Acquires O\'Brien & Gere Dry Sorbent Injection Business" + "

" + "Waukegan, IL, US – United Conveyor Corporation (UCC), a global leader in ash handling systems and custom-engineered material handling systems, has acquired the O\'Brien & Gere (OBG) dry sorbent injection technologies business. This business specializes in the development and application of dry sorbent injection, delivering cost-effective strategies to reduce air pollutants from coal-fired utilities, industrial, commercial and institutional boilers. Effective from 4 November 2009, OBG dry sorbent ..." + "

" + "Fri, Jan 29 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Putting More Solar Panels in More Available Places" + "

" + "The Denver-based corporation ProLogis has put together a Global Renewable Energy Group for overseeing the purchasing and development of new eco-friendly properties, the management of green installations, and providing management services for renewable energy initiatives, such as a strongly-driven mission to provide rooftop space for solar energy installations. Jack Rizzo, chief sustainability officer for ProLogis, says [...]" + "

" + "Thu, Jan 28 2010 - 7:00 PM" + "

" + "University of Nevada Creates New Solar Pond Distillation System" + "

" + "Ecosystems of terminus lakes worldwide can benefit from a new arrangement being developed at the University of Nevada, Reno, to desalinize water utilizing a differentiated low-priced solar pond and proprietary membrane distilment arrangement powered by renewable energy. “These lakes — hundreds worldwide — such as the Great Salt Lake, the Salton Sea, the Aral Sea and [...]" + "

" + "Thu, Jan 28 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Spray-On Solar Panels Nearing Reality??" + "

" + "The solar panel production company IMEC has shown that it is possible and feasible to create solar-collecting surfaces using a spray-on method–a big breakthrough in the quest for the capability of making organic solar cells in mass production for a low cost. The solar collection cells created with the spray-on method demonstrate power conversion efficiencies [...]" + "

" + "Thu, Jan 28 2010 - 12:00 PM" + "

" + "Germany Cutting Emissions by 40%" + "

" + "While many countries came away from Copenhagen disappointed and with no clear greenhouse gas strategy, Germany has stated that they will stand by their goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2020, despite the woolly promises of their Western allies. Hans Joachim Schellnhuber, head of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, said [...]" + "

" + "Thu, Jan 28 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "General Physics Corporation Uploads Free White Paper about its Technical Training" + "

" + "General Physics Corporation, the industry leader in technical online training for power plants, has uploaded a free white paper detailing how it provided technical and leadership training for the 3,500 employees of Luminant Academy. For a limited time, when readers download a copy of this white paper and subsequently set up an online demonstration of GPiLEARN — GP\'s internet-based training portal — users will receive a free thank you gift in the mail. How to participate: Click on the company det..." + "

" + "Wed, Jan 27 2010 - 8:38 PM" + "

" + "The Micron May Change the Way We Travel" + "

" + "The carbon footprint that automobiles leave is about to change, and that change is going to happen much sooner than we think. While it is unlikely that the Micron will replace every car on the road, it will present a very interesting alternative to daily travel. This unique design is eye catching and more [...] Posted in: Electric Cars, Industry, Transportation" + "

" + "Wed, Jan 27 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "General Physics Corporation Awarded Over $3.4m in New Energy Work" + "

" + "Elkridge, MD, US — GP Strategies Corporation (NYSE: GPX) has announced that its subsidiary, global performance improvement solutions provider General Physics Corporation (GP), was awarded over $3.4m in new contracts at the close of 2009. These contracts, for its energy services workforce development business unit, covered the provision of customized training services and content development for industry-leading power companies throughout the US, including We Energies and Kansas City Power and Li..." + "

" + "Tue, Jan 26 2010 - 11:53 PM" + "

" + "Wind Turbine Power Goes Portable with Foldable Wind Generator" + "

" + "Renewable energy is one of the hottest things on the market right now but until recently, solar power has been getting most of the attention. While there are plenty of techno gadgets, like solar briefcases and solar laptop chargers, that can have solar power on the run, very few if any items exist for [...] Posted in: Inventions, Wind Power, Wind Turbines" + "

" + "Fri, Jan 22 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Major Hydropower Industry Figures Identify Project Communication Inefficiency as Primary Concern" + "

" + "Sword CTSpace, a global provider of document management and collaboration workflow applications for the construction and engineering industry, has interviewed representatives from some of the world\'s leading Hydropower companies at the HYDRO 2009 event in Lyon, France, in October 2009. The interviews revealed a consensus among representatives of companies including SNC Lavalin, EDF, Atkins Ltd. and ABB: Although hydropower has shortcomings in terms of cost and length of projects, the industry ex..." + "

" + "Thu, Jan 21 2010 - 8:05 AM" + "

" + "Self-Assembling Solar Cells" + "

" + "What can a scientist do with salad dressing apart from telling you that it increases the taste of salad manifold? But that’s the beauty of this profession. As Newton could give some theories when he saw an apple falling from a tree, salad dressing can inspire scientists towards a brand new type of solar [...] Posted in: Inventions, PhotoVoltaics, Solar Power" + "

" + "Wed, Jan 20 2010 - 8:33 AM" + "

" + "Solar-Powered UAV Under Development" + "

" + "If UAVs starts running on the solar system, then it will save lots of expensive fossil fuel and the add-ons in the form of greenhouse effects. Researchers at the Queensland University of Technology are working on a model of a solar-powered unmanned flight system for round-the-clock surveillance. They have christened their baby as the [...] Posted in: Inventions, Solar Power, Transportation" + "

" + "Mon, Jan 18 2010 - 8:33 AM" + "

" + "More Energy-Efficient Communications Networks" + "

" + "Reputed companies are always conscious about their brand image and what a great way to build great brand by taking clean and green route! Bell Lab is the division of the Alcatel-Lucent. Currently Alcatel-Lucent is trying to invest in their communications networks to make it 1,000 times more energy efficient. They have launched a [...] Posted in: Economy, Industry, Inventions" + "

" + "Fri, Jan 15 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Turner Designs Succeeds with No-Solvent Oil-in-Water Analysis" + "

" + "Following a year of introduction and successful deployments, Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments has declared its new \"no-solvent method\" for oil-in-water analysis with the TD-500D handheld oil-in-water analyzer has been a success. The no-solvent oil-in-water analysis method is now out selling solvent extraction two to one. \"We are now selling twice as many no-solvent kits as we do the traditional solvent extraction kits,\" says Duane Germenis, VP of upstream sales and marketing. The huge bene..." + "

" + "Thu, Jan 14 2010 - 8:24 AM" + "

" + "New Solar Pond Distillation System" + "

" + "Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno are developing a solar technique that will take care of the ecosystems of terminus lakes around the world. This new solar distillation system will help in removing the salinity of the lake water. This will be possible with the help of a specialized low-cost solar pond and [...] Posted in: Future Energy, Inventions, Solar Power" + "

" + "Wed, Jan 13 2010 - 8:23 AM" + "

" + "Renewable Energy ‘Supergrid’ coming to Europe" + "

" + "UK’s energy and climate change minister, Lord Hunt shares his opinion, “We recognise that the North Sea has huge resources, we are exploiting those in the UK quite intensively at the moment. But there are projects where it might make sense to join up with other countries, so this comes at a very good [...] Posted in: Economy, Industry, Politics" + "

" + "Mon, Jan 11 2010 - 8:04 AM" + "

" + "The Pedal-A-Watt Stationary Bicycle Generator" + "

" + "Today’s twin goals of keeping fit while doing something good for the planet by creating electricity without any pollution come together in a product that has been around for over ten years – The Pedal-A-Watt Stationary Bicycle Generator. Use your bicycle along with the Pedal-A-Watt Stand (it takes 15 seconds to drop your [...] Posted in: Human Power, Pedal Power" + "

" + "Fri, Jan 8 2010 - 8:03 AM" + "

" + "Biofuels from Engineered Tobacco Plants?" + "

" + "A biofuel is tricky to define because the usual fossil fuel we use, is in a way biofuel too. But we can safely say that most of the biofuels don’t add up their quota of carbon dioxide to the environment. The biofuels are therefore considered to be “CO2 neutral.” Researchers from the Biotechnology Foundation [...] Posted in: Biofuels, Future Energy, Industry" + "

" + "Thu, Jan 7 2010 - 2:24 PM" + "

" + "First Anniversary of Ormazabal Primary Distribution" + "

" + "Ormazabal\'s new work sites, located in Boroa, consist of the R+D Center and the production plant of Ormazabal primary distribution switchgear and vacuum circuit breakers. The proximity between facilities allows direct access to companies from the Grupo Ormazabal to the services offered by the High Power Laboratory, which is one of the most modern electro technical investigation laboratories in the world and will provide knowledge and development on new products. Therefore all primary distributio..." + "

" + "Thu, Jan 7 2010 - 8:02 AM" + "

" + "Floating Geodesic Solar Molecules" + "

" + "Researchers speak in unison that if we develop the capability to harvest 40 minutes of sunlight falling on the entire earth, we can provide energy to the whole population of this planet for about a year. But we are successful in trapping just 1% of that energy till now. Scientists and industrial designers are [...] Posted in: Future Energy, Inventions, Solar Power" + "

" + "Wed, Jan 6 2010 - 8:01 AM" + "

" + "Energy Harvesting ‘Piezo-tree’ Concept" + "

" + "Researchers at the Cornell University have taken inspiration from nature and tried to imitate the swaying of tree branches. So what is the difference between natural swaying of trees and energy-harvesting tree created by Cornell University researchers? The flapping leaves developed in the laboratory generate energy which can be utilized by us. They are [...] Posted in: Future Energy, Inventions, Wind Power" + "

" + "Tue, Jan 5 2010 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Israel Electric Selects Vogt Power to Supply HRSG for Combined Cycle Plant" + "

" + "Vogt Power International, Inc., a subsidiary of Babcock Power Inc., has announced that it has been selected to supply a heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) to the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) for their Tzafit power station located near Kfar Menahem, Israel. Vogt Power will design, manufacture and deliver a three pressure level, natural circulation HRSG for unit four to be installed behind a general electric 9FA gas turbine. The simple cycle to combined cycle conversion is expected to incre..." + "

" + "Fri, Jan 1 2010 - 8:09 AM" + "

" + "Revolutionary Tiny Solar Cells" + "

" + "Tiny, glitter-sized solar cells have been developed by the Scientists at Sandia National Laboratories. It might turn out to be the perfect alternative energy preference for the holiday season. This project is funded by the American government. The dimensions of the snowflake sized crystalline-silicon photovoltaic cells are merely 14-20 micrometers thick and [...] Posted in: Future Energy, PhotoVoltaics, Solar Power" + "

" + "Thu, Dec 31 2009 - 8:08 AM" + "

" + "College Students Pursue ‘Clean Energy’ Careers" + "

" + "Nowadays students are not oblivious to the hazards of global warming. They are quite keen on pursuing a ‘clean energy’ career. Now the concern about climate change is stimulating more undergraduate students to show interest in science and engineering. We can watch the trend of the rising interest in renewable energy. As leaders from [...] Posted in: Economy, Future Energy, Industry" + "

" + "Wed, Dec 30 2009 - 8:07 AM" + "

" + "New Solar Technology Unveiled at Robins Air Force Base" + "

" + "Robins has time and again been considered as a pioneer in testing alternative energy technologies. Recently they have installed a solar panel which is a matter of curiosity. Their installed solar panel assumes the dimensions of a drive-in-movie screen. It is the shining example of the state-of-the-art technology. At peak hour it generates 25 [...] Posted in: Inventions, PhotoVoltaics, Solar Power" + "

" + "Wed, Dec 16 2009 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Cloudis Introduces Enhancement to CMPIC Automatic Cable Routing" + "

" + "As part of its ongoing collaboration with customers to identify ways to improve their cabling processes, Cloudis has announced a new development which significantly reduces the time needed for a cable route to be found or for problems to be identified on the most complex cableway networks. \"When the network of cable trays, ladders, penetrations and so on is created in the CAD system and then imported to CMPIC, the completeness and accuracy of that network is unknown,\" explains Ian Darbyshire, te..." + "

" + "Tue, Dec 15 2009 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Synengco Say Knowledge Automation is Key to Managing Information Assets" + "

" + "Ever day, a swell of data and information is being processed by organisations around the world. Synengco Pty Ltd (Synengco), an award-winning specialist engineering consultancy firm, predicts that if organisations don\'t prepare adequately, this swell may turn into a tsunami. In the future, this \"information overload\" may reduce a company\'s ability to extract value from its information assets. Synengco\'s solution is knowledge automation. Synengco defines knowledge automation as the process by whi..." + "

" + "Mon, Dec 7 2009 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Babcock Power Adds R. Brandon Donahue to Executive Team" + "

" + "Babcock Power, Inc. (BPI) of Danvers, MA, has announced that R. Brandon Donahue will join Babcock Power as senior vice president and chief operating officer of Babcock Power Sales, Inc. and president and CEO of Babcock Power International, Inc., reporting to BPI president and CEO Michael D. LeClair. \"Brandon will lead our domestic and international sales and marketing organisation,\" says LeClair. \"His leadership and industry knowledge uniquely qualify him to champion the growth of BPI\'s matrix o..." + "

" + "Fri, Dec 4 2009 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Ormazabal to Attend Middle East Electricity 2010 in Dubai" + "

" + "Ormazabal is attending the 2010 Middle East Electricity, one of the main exhibitions in the electrical sector worldwide. This is the perfect occasion to take a closer look at our latest products and services and to meet our key staff, establish perdurable commercial contacts and share your experiences with us. Ormazabal will be located in the Spanish pavillon in hall number 4. ..." + "

" + "Tue, Dec 1 2009 - 12:00 AM" + "

" + "Edward Dean Named President of Babcock Power Services" + "

" + "Babcock Power Services, Inc. a subsidiary of Babcock Power, Inc. of Danvers, MA, announced that Edward Dean has been promoted to president and CEO of Babcock Power Services. He succeeds Theodore Maliszewski, who recently announced his intent to retire in the foreseeable future and has accepted the position of executive director of Babcock Power Services to assist Dean in the transition. Dean brings to the position over 30 years of operations and management experience in the power industry. He ha..." + "

" + "Loan guarantees recharge nuclear debate - msnbc.com" + "

" + "eWEEK Europe UK Loan guarantees recharge nuclear debate msnbc.com At Bush\'s behest, the Energy Policy Act of 2005 provided $13 billion in subsidies to the nuclear power industry for research, construction, operations and ... What Does $36B in Nuclear Loan Guarantees Buy Democrats?New York Times Obama is boosting wrong industryBoston Globe Nuclear industry needs to instill confidence, not raise concernsFoster\'s Daily Democrat Xinhua -eWEEK Europe UK all 26 news articles »" + "

" + "Study: Standard would aid wind industry - Sioux Falls Argus Leader" + "

" + "Study: Standard would aid wind industry Sioux Falls Argus Leader \"South Dakota\'s wind power industry would support thousands of jobs by 2025 with a strong Renewable Electricity Standard,\" said Denise Bode, chief executive ... Clean power generates more jobsBiofuels Watch all 4 news articles »" + "

" + "Coal Ad Blitz Launches New Spot as Industry Sees Political Gains - New York Times" + "

" + "Coal Ad Blitz Launches New Spot as Industry Sees Political Gains New York Times And the industry\'s arguments about jobs and low-cost power have resounded in Congress. The energy and climate bill from Sens. John Kerry (D-Mass. ... and more »" + "

" + "FuelCell Energy Taps Energy Industry Executive to Lead Firm\'s Global ... - MarketWatch" + "

" + "FuelCell Energy Taps Energy Industry Executive to Lead Firm\'s Global ... MarketWatch \"As an executive who brings senior strategic management skills, long-standing customer relationships and deep experience in the energy industry, ... and more »" + "

" + "Nuclear giant Areva buys solar company Ausra - Reuters" + "

" + "New York Times (blog) Nuclear giant Areva buys solar company Ausra Reuters The solar power industry has started to consolidate after struggling in 2009 with a dearth of financing for new projects and a steep fall in prices. ... French nuke leader Areva jumps into solar with acquisition of CST firm AusraPV Tech With Ausra Acquisition, Will Areva Compete for Europe\'s Big Desert Solar Project?BNET Areva buys Mountain View solar startup AusraSan Jose Mercury News Cooler Planet -Financial Times -GRE..." + "

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