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Solamon President Yeo to Visit Nicaragua; Set to Confirm Other Project Costs and Timelines

As Solamon President Jay Yeo concludes a series of talks across the Eastern Caribbean, he will return home to Toronto briefly to meet with newly-announced partners Canada Green ESCO, before joining SVP Corey Keegan to attend high level talks in Managua early next week. Yeo is expected to stay in... - February 26, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Solamon Concludes Deal with SST in Sri Lanka; Partnership to Develop Huge Solar Project

With the planned expansion into South East Asia, and Solamon engineers working tirelessly to fine-tune turnkey energy solutions designed specifically for the region to maximize power generation while minimizing environmental impact, the company is proud to announce it has recently concluded a deal... - February 26, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Odyne Systems, LLC to Showcase Plug-In Hybrid System for Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks in Booth 5360 at the NTEA Show

Odyne’s Advanced Hybrid Propulsion System Reduces Fuel Consumption by Up to 50% - February 24, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC

ESA Renewables Partners with Advanced Energy

ESA has contracts for more than 91 Megawatts (MW) of solar energy for 2012. - February 24, 2012 - ESA Renewables

G-20 Inspires Pittsburgh's First Solar and Wind Powered Public Art

Sculptor David Edwards, founder of Art Energy Design, and materials engineer Paul Cha have completed installation of a sustainable energy producing public artwork entitled Eco-equation. This project is a Pittsburgh first, harnessing both wind and sun energy. Completed in February 2012, the... - February 24, 2012 - Art Energy Design

Mims Distributing Company Partners with Baker Renewable Energy to Install Solar Rooftop System

Solar Roof Could Generate 400,00kWhrs of Energy Per Year - February 24, 2012 - Mims Distributing

Robert Powell, The Economist Analyst, Discusses Iran's War of Words: Threats on the Strait of Hormuz Featured in February’s Issue of Energy Digital

This month, Energy Digital discusses the current situation in the Straight of Hormuz in an interview with Senior Editor of The Economist Intelligence Unit and Middle East analyst for The Economist Robert Powell. With Iran's recent threats to block the Strait of Hormuz - the world's most important... - February 23, 2012 - WDM Group

The Hydrogen House Weathers the Storm Amidst an Ailing Economy in February’s Energy Digital

This month, Energy Digital's former editor, John Shimkus, contributes an article on the world's first regulation approved Hydrogen House. Despite a failed economy and even a hurricane, the new technology pulls through, proving that hydrogen is the future of energy. In the past, generating hydrogen... - February 23, 2012 - WDM Group

March 7 Re-Imagining Agriculture Event in Los Angeles to Focus on Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship

On Wednesday, March 7, from 6pm – 9pm Seedstock, LLC in association with the Harold and Pauline Price Center for Entrepreneurial Studies and the Entrepreneur Association at UCLA Anderson School of Management, will host a networking event and panel discussion at UCLA. - February 22, 2012 - Seedstock

Top Ten Extreme Environment Projects, Los Angeles - NFL Stadium Proposals and State of the Building Industry Special Report in February’s Issue of Construction Digital

The February issue of Construction Digital is now available online for industry professionals. This month, they take a look at up-and-coming trends in green building, including innovations in lighting, automated systems, and building design – as well as a survey of the future of... - February 22, 2012 - WDM Group

Tension in Iran as the Future of Oil is Put at Risk, While the New Year Brings in New Promise for the Fate of Alternative Fuels and Energy in February's Energy Digital

The latest issue of Energy Digital is free online for business Executives in the energy industry. - February 22, 2012 - WDM Group

Shoals Technologies' Multilink™ Junction Box Becomes the Only Certified and "Ready to Ship" Universal PV Interface

Shoals Technologies Group, the global leader in photovoltaic OEM and balance of systems components, and Multi-Contact proudly announces certification to DIN V VDE 0126-5: 2008-05 from TÜV Rheinland for the MultiLink™ junction box. With this certification the MultiLink™ junction box... - February 21, 2012 - Shoals Technologies Group

Wood Fiber Costs for Pulp Manufacturers Declined in the 4Q/11 as Pulp Prices Fell – with Global Wood Fiber Price Indices Dropping 3.5%

Global demand for pulp has declined and pulp prices fell during the second half of 2011. As a consequence, prices for wood fiber, the highest cost component when producing pulp, were down throughout the world, as reported by the Wood Resource Quarterly. The Global Wood Fiber Indices for softwood and hardwood fiber declined 3.5% from the 3Q/11. - February 21, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC

Cavitation Zero Point Energy Successfully Harnessed by NanoSpire, Inc. Producing Dramatic Levels of Fusion & Transmutation in Water

Nanospire, Inc. is announcing successful completion of its investigation of fusion produced by the phenomena of cavitation in water, providing profound implications for the utilities and energy industries. NanoSpire has pioneered the controlled formation and aiming of these (known as re-entrant) jets, resulting in four recently issued patents. The technology reaches across many markets, including many applications in nanotechnology and energy. - February 19, 2012 - Nanospire Inc.

Solamon Promotes Boonen to VP; Targets Fast-Growing South East Asia

Solamon Energy Corp. is pleased to announce the company has promoted Thijs Boonen to the position of Vice President who, effective immediately, will begin to develop the solar market in Sri Lanka and maximize existing opportunities. Boonen, currently located in Belgium, will travel to the South... - February 19, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Largest Solar Canopy in Kansas City Area Supports 75kW Solar Array in Crossroads Arts District

Travois Holdings, Inc., a private Kansas City-based company with 32 employees, has added an extensive renewable energy system to power its headquarters, located at 310 W. 19th Terrace in the Crossroads Arts District. Solar and Wind KC, owned by Andrew Homoly of Homoly Construction, installed... - February 18, 2012 - Travois Holdings, Inc.

ESA Renewables, LLC Expands Operation and Maintenance Division

After receiving several new operation and maintenance contracts, turnkey solar solutions provider increases service division in North Carolina, Tennessee and Florida. - February 18, 2012 - ESA Renewables

Mazuma Capital Funds Heavy Machinery Transactions for U.S. Central Appalachian Thermal Coal Producer

Mazuma Capital, a leading national direct lender, today announced that it has funded over $12.5 million dollars for a U.S. high quality thermal coal producer. The coal producer sought several funding sources that had expertise in funding newer companies. They had many challenges present in the... - February 17, 2012 - Mazuma Capital

American Choice Solar Panels from Renewable Sales to be Featured on PBS’ This Old House

Renewable Sales, the East Coast’s premier distributor of Solar PV and Solar Thermal products is proud to announce their American Choice Solar Panels will be featured in upcoming episodes of the popular PBS Series This Old House. The project Renewable Sales is involved with is located in... - February 16, 2012 - Renewable Sales

Solamon Announces Finance Partner; New Territories to be Explored in 2012

In light of the recently publicized solar projects in Nicaragua and Jamaica, Solamon Energy Corp. CEO Graeme Boyce proudly announced today the company has signed a strategic Joint Venture Agreement with Canada Green ESCO, adding executives will now work together closely to ensure a turnkey... - February 16, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Yeo Set to Speak at NYC Finance Gathering; Caribbean Solar Opportunities Among Hot Topics

Set to eagerly address the multi-faceted issue of financing based on his own real-world experiences launching Solamon Energy, company president Jay Yeo has confirmed he has accepted a headline speaking engagement at the prestigious Invest Caribbean Now forum. Scheduled to be held on Manhattan... - February 15, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Solare Energy to Offer New Financing Solutions for Its Clientele

Solare Energy, one of Southern California’s leaders in smart energy solutions, is now offering new financing solutions to help alleviate the cost burden of going solar. These financing options include Purchasing Power Agreements and subsidized loans for homeowners in the San Diego County. - February 12, 2012 - Solare Energy

Solare Energy is Launching a New Pre-Paid PPA Program

Leading solar energy experts Solare Energy are now providing customers with a brand new pre-paid Purchasing Power Agreement program. This program is a great way to invite new clients to experience solar energy for a fraction of the cost, including 20 years of monitoring and performance coverage. - February 12, 2012 - Solare Energy

Families Could be Saving Over a Third on Their Energy Bills

A recent study from the A Shade Greener Group has shown that a typical family in the UK could be saving on average of more than a third on their energy bills. The study, based on actual householders' energy usage after having solar installed, has shown that electricity bills were on average reduced... - February 08, 2012 - A Shade Greener

Solar Maid Launches New Web Site

Solar maintenance made easy with the new user friendly Solar Maid web site. Faster pricing for all janitorial solar services gives solar O&M managers a painless option for costing solar services or long term project budgeting. - February 08, 2012 - The Solar Maid Company

GRC Announces Pre Annual Meeting Workshops

Geothermal Resources Council will host two-days of workshops before the GRC Annual Meeting. - February 08, 2012 - Geothermal Resources Council

SVP Giles Slated for Barbados; High-Level Meetings to Address Solar Energy Needs

Solamon Energy Corp. is proud to announce SVP Christian Giles is returning to Barbados on Tuesday for this, his third trip in less than a year to the Eastern Caribbean island since joining the Solamon team. Originally it was anticipated he would be joined by President Jay Yeo on location, but he is... - February 06, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Solamon SVP Heading to Kingston; Update on State of Jamaica Economy Expected Wednesday

Solamon SVP and Country Head for Jamaica, Ainsley Brown, is returning to Kingston and looking forward many new meetings slated to be held in Kingston over the next month, especially after the country’s recently held elections. “I intend to simply continue my discussions with all the various parties at the table who recognize the value of our solar energy solutions,” states Brown from Toronto’s Pearson Airport, prior to boarding a plane to Kingston. - February 06, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

World Renowned Architect and Inventor Michael Reynolds to Lecture in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is one of the most toxic, blighted, and unemployed cities in America. In response to this growing crisis, Yeadon based nonprofit LoveLovingLove Inc. has been working for over three years to bring an “Earthship” to the ailing city. In April, they will be one step closer. - February 05, 2012 - LoveLovingLove Inc

Free Renewable Energy Grant Workshop

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and Aries Energy will host a Renewable Energy Grant Workshop on Friday, February 17 from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., at the Kingsport Chamber of... - February 04, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE

Pulse Energy – Delivering Energy Intelligence to Envision Charlotte

Pulse Energy Inc., a leading energy management software company, today announced its role in Envision Charlotte: North America’s first community sustainability program to use real-time energy information to achieve behavioral savings. Pulse Energy’s advanced analytics and energy... - February 03, 2012 - Pulse Energy

SolarLightsOutletStore.com Announces Grand Opening – Let Solar Outside Lighting Capture Free Energy

Solar Lights Outlet Store is a new website that offers new ways to save money on energy bills. Now the homeowner has an opportunity to beautify their landscape, add safety to walkways, and add security to property with no energy bill increases. One of the many money-saving offers at Solar Lights Outlet Store is free shipping on every order. - February 01, 2012 - Solar Lights Outlet Store

I-lighting™ Offers Complete Stairlighting Solution for Enhancing Indoor & Outdoor Stair Safety & Meeting Stringent Code Regulations

New Modern LED Fixtures Significantly Increase Stair Visibility. - January 30, 2012 - iLighting

GRC Announces New Board of Directors

Patrick Hanson and Andrew Sabin join the new Geothermal Resources Council Board of Directors. - January 29, 2012 - Geothermal Resources Council

Gehrlicher Solar America Expanding to Massachusetts

The international photovoltaic company completed two additional solar power plants. - January 29, 2012 - Gehrlicher Solar America Corp.

Wello Appoints Aki Luukkainen as CEO

Boost to commercialize Wello’s groundbreaking technology to produce sustainable energy from oceans. - January 29, 2012 - Wello Ltd.

ComEd Takes Delivery of New Advanced Odyne Systems Plug-In Hybrid Digger Derrick

New hybrid to reduce emissions, lower fuel costs and create quiet environment - January 28, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC

Odyne Systems, LLC Delivers Seven Hybrid System Work Trucks Through the Wisconsin Clean Transportation Program

New advanced Odyne hybrid vehicles to reduce emissions, lower fuel costs and create quiet, safer work environments - January 28, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC

SunMaxx Solar and Intelligent Green Solutions Install Solar Thermal System at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Georgia

SunMaxx Solar, a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer of solar thermal systems and components, is pleased to announce the installation of a solar thermal system at Moody Air Force Base. The project was conducted in conjunction with Intelligent Green Solutions (IGS) who was contracted by... - January 28, 2012 - SunMaxx Solar

Wood Chip Exports from Latin America Reached a Record High in 2011, with Pulp Mills in Japan and Europe Being the Major Export Destinations

Global trade of wood chips has gone up substantially the past two years. Hardwood chip export from Chile, Uruguay and Brazil was up 43 percent in 2011 compared to 2009, as reported by the Wood Resource Quarterly. A clear majority of the increase was Eucalyptus chips destined for pulp mills in Japan and Europe. - January 27, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC

ESA Renewables Constructs and Commissions 500-kW Rooftop Solar System in North Carolina

Project is part of Progress Energy Carolinas’ SunSense Commercial PV Program - January 26, 2012 - ESA Renewables

Tulsa Expo Square Provides Enhanced Lighting for the 26th Annual Chili Bowl

Induction Lighting Makes a Big Impact on National Racing Event in Oklahoma - January 26, 2012 - Full Spectrum Solutions

Solamon Initiates Expansion Plan Targeting Middle East; Company Launches New Bureau in Lebanon

Ushering in an exciting new era for Solamon Energy, CEO Graeme Boyce proudly announced today the company has extended its reach beyond Caribbean waters and into the Middle East with the appointment of Mr Mazen Braish to the position of Senior Vice President. According to Boyce, Braish, effective... - January 25, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

Solamon Announces Plans for Largest Caribbean Solar Farm; Jamaican Parishes to be Evaluated

After numerous visits and meetings with administrators and regulators this past year, Solamon Energy Corp. today proudly announced its program to build the largest solar power plant in the Caribbean in Jamaica. It is expected the program, estimated to cost $450 million, will enhance and improve the... - January 25, 2012 - Solamon Energy Corp.

PGA Champions Tour Event, The Allianz Championship to Showcase Golf Cart Solar Powered Golf Cart

Golf Cart Solar, a Sarasota, Florida-based solar technology company announced today that it has been approved as the solar golf cart supplier to The Allianz Championship, a PGA Champions tournament. Golf Cart Solar will be showcasing its solar technology on a select number of carts during the tour... - January 23, 2012 - Golf Cart Solar

Green Alternative Systems Announces New Investments in Natural Gas Infrastructure

Green Alternative Systems (GAS), provider of CNG inspections and conversions has announced new developments in the expansion of the natural gas fueling industry within the North American market. An investment by Boone Pickens, which totals $150 million, will be put toward Clean Energy Fuels Corp.,... - January 22, 2012 - Green Alternative Systems

Interect Solar Lunch & Learn

With the holiday season now behind us and a new year beginning, Interect Inc., a wholesale distributor of solar systems and provider of educational workshops, has started something a little bit different this year. During the week of Jan. 23rd to 27th, Interect Inc. will be hosting a Solar Lunch... - January 22, 2012 - Interect Inc