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Breitling Oil and Gas Announces Re-Entry of BREITLING-BURR #1 Has Begun
Breitling Oil and Gas began the re-entry of the BREITLING-BURR #1 oil and natural gas well on May 7, 2010. - May 15, 2010 - Breitling Oil and Gas
MLS Announces Version 2.0 Release of the Wind Turbine Control Toolbox™
New MLS Toolbox 2.0 release contains a Controller Module option with accessible wind turbine controllers. - May 15, 2010 - StrathControl
CMT Worldwide Eco-Titan Poles Successfully Completed ENA Fire Standards Testing at Western Fire Center Meeting Australian Brush Fire Requirements
The Eco-Titan Utility Distribution Pole successfully completed testing in accordance with ENA pole fire tests to insure proper application in Australia and other potential fire zones markets worldwide. Testing was conducted at the Western Fire Center. - May 14, 2010 - CMT Worldwide, LLC
Brightstar Solar is Now a Dealer for AEE Solar
Brightstar Solar (http://www.brightstarsolar.net) announced it became a dealer for AEE Solar on May 12, 2009. Brightstar Solar co-founder Jon Reese stated, "This is a beginning of a mutually beneficial relationship. Brightstar looks forward to working with AEE Solar not only because they are... - May 14, 2010 - Brightstar Solar
American Right of Way Associates Announces: CEO Don Valden Will Hold a Haynesville Shale Training Class
Haynesville Shale Training Class Shreveport Louisiana - May 12, 2010 - American Right of Way Associates
Visionary Electronics Company Adds Dr. Michael Crooke to Board of Directors
Green electronics company expands its team to support its eco-friendly products and programs. - May 12, 2010 - Revolve Electronics, Inc.
Pacific Northwest Wind of Salem Oregon Now Has All Sights Turned Towards the Wind
Now homeowners can harness the wind and generate their own power, without being blown away by the price. Pacific Northwest Wind has the answers to an affordable wind turbine for home and business use. - May 11, 2010 - Pacific Northwest Wind
Premier Power Announces Record Solar Rooftop Contract Backlog in Spain
Government support for solar in Spain and a revised feed-in-tariff have made commercial solar rooftops the leading solar market segment. Premier Power reports a record contract backlog in the first quarter of 2010, representing more than a 100% increase over this time last year. - May 10, 2010 - Premier Power Renewable Energy, Inc.
Ecotrain Media Group Green Education Scholarship Fund
Ecotrain Media Group awards a “green education scholarship” to 2nd year student attending the Columbia Gorge Community College renewable energy technology program. - May 09, 2010 - Ecotrain Media Group, LLC
Biomass Prices Throughout the US Have Been Impacted by the Federal Program BCAP, Reports the North American Wood Fiber Review
The cost for wood biomass fell in two of the major markets in the US in the 1Q 2010 partly because of the federal program BCAP, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. The federal government is currently considering different programs of how to contribution to an increased use of renewable energy sources. - May 08, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
Solar Lighting Systems from SOL Inc “Take Off” with ARC Aviation Renewables Corp.
ARC Aviation Renewables Corp. and SOL Inc have reached a global agreement to bring solar lighting to the aviation marketplace. - May 08, 2010 - Sol Inc (Solar Outdoor Lighting)
A New Company Named Ceres Energy Group is Producing a New Way to Make Clean Green Energy for the Town of Vineland
Ceres Energy Group thinks they have something revolutionary on their hands: A plan to create energy through biomass production, using one of the world's fastest growing plants to do it. Ceres wants to tie in with Vineland's renewable energy expansion. Mike Smith wants to bring the green energy... - May 07, 2010 - Ceres Energy Group LLC
MLS Earns ISO 9001:2008 Certification
MLS Intelligent Control Dynamics successfully passed the renewal audit for ISO 9001:2008 standard certification. The audit was compiled by the TÜV SÜD Group— a leading global business assurance provider and market leader in delivering quality assessments. In addition to previously... - May 07, 2010 - StrathControl
New MLS Website Launched
MLS Intelligent Control Dynamics will launch a new and improved website offering more information about wind turbine control solutions and motion actuators. - May 01, 2010 - StrathControl
Algae 2020 Global Commercialization Tour Continues in Washington, Houston and Prague
The Algae 2020 global tour and study addresses and answers the key question "when will algae for biofuels be commercially viable, and which companies and projects are presently best positioned to meet this challenge?" - April 30, 2010 - Emerging Markets Online
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Web Conference from AltaTerra Research
Web conference, “PACE Funding: Energy Market Breakthrough?” to be held Wednesday, May 19th. - April 30, 2010 - AltaTerra Research
ČEPRO Gives a Sneak Preview Into Upcoming Presentation
Bioenergy International expo & conference 2010 Prague 5th – 6th May 2010 - April 30, 2010 - Bioenergy International Expo & Conference
Energy Advisor to New Environment Minister to Speak at Bioenergy International Expo & Conference 2010
Following the resignation of the Czech Minister of the Environment Jan Dusík in March, Vladimír Vlk, energy advisor for the new Minister of the Environment Rut Bízková, will now make the keynote presentation at the upcoming Bioenergy International expo & conference next week in Prague on 5-6 May. - April 29, 2010 - Bioenergy International Expo & Conference
Rentricity to Support Pennsylvania-Based Water Utility Clean Energy Initiative
Rentricity Inc., a New York City based renewable energy company, is completing a feasibility assessment of an energy recovery installation at several North Wales Water Authority sites in Pennsylvania. Rentricity’s Flow-to-Wire systems transform excess energy contained in high pressure zones into a new source of "green" electricity. - April 22, 2010 - Rentricity Inc.
Mark Taggatz to Host Open House Regarding Aquentium's Alternative Energy Projects
Aquentium, Inc. (OTCBB: AQNM) CEO Mark Taggatz announced today that the company will be holding an open house on April 8 at the company offices in Perris, California to discuss their current alternative energy projects. - April 08, 2010 - Aquentium
Laclede Gas, the Original Green Energy, Offers Cash Prize for Signing Up for E-Bill
A Chance to Win $1000 to Go Green by Switching from Paper Gas Bill to E-Bill. - March 13, 2010 - Laclede Gas
Rentricity to Present Its Clean Energy Solutions at Green California Summit & Exposition 2010
What’s New in Renewables: Costs are Down, Technology Options Up - March 12, 2010 - Rentricity Inc.
Touchstone CPM and Greensleeves LLC Join Forces
Touchstone CPM and Greensleeves LLC Join Forces to provide Green options that can save 35%-50% on energy. This breakthrough technology for building energy efficient buildings that are cost competitive with conventional construction. - March 11, 2010 - Greensleeves LLC
Rentricity Inc. Selected by AlwaysOn as a GoingGreen East Top 50 Winner
Company recognized for creating new opportunities in green technology - March 05, 2010 - Rentricity Inc.
Remote Hybrid Power Station Containerized
Elite Buildings introduces a Hybrid Remote Power Station; the renewable energy prototype is wind and solar powered, all self contained in an ISO container footprint. The unique design is based on the premise and need for a rapidly deployable remote power station, ideal for military applications. - February 17, 2010 - Elite Buildings
Winthrop Solutions Offers Alternative Energy Financing
Winthrop Solutions now offers creative financing for alternative energy projects such as wind, solar and other alternative energy projects across the nation. - February 14, 2010 - Winthrop Real Estate Solutions
Adros Energy Expands Clean Energy Business with Energy Audit Services and Opens New Headquarters in Amherst, NH
Adros Energy’s expansion follows on the heels of President Obama’s visit to the region speaking in support of clean energy and small businesses. - February 11, 2010 - Adros Energy
Real Goods Solar Expands Operations in Colorado
Real Goods Solar is expanding its photovoltaic installation services into southern Colorado, adding Colorado Springs and Pueblo to its coverage areas. - February 05, 2010 - Real Goods Solar
Miguel Ferreira Believes That Portugal is Capable of Reaching Up to 10 GW of Wind Energy Until 2020
MEGAJOULE’s executive board member Miguel Ferreira attended last week’s workshop at APREN in Lisbon. Members of the Portuguese Renewable Energies Association discussed APREN’s proposal on the European renewable energy targets for 2020 which is to be submitted to the Portuguese government shortly. - January 29, 2010 - MEGAJOULE
Two Companies Awarded Funding Under New Jersey’s Clean Energy Manufacturing Fund
New Program Supports Manufacturing of Innovative Clean Energy Technologies The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) today approved funding to support West Windsor-based Princeton Power Systems, Inc., and AppliCAD, Inc., of Farmingdale under the state’s new Clean Energy Manufacturing... - January 15, 2010 - Princeton Power Systems
Greentech Investment Closes Strong in 2009
Mercom Capital Group announces clean energy venture capital dollars invested and deals funded for 2009. - January 06, 2010 - Mercom Capital Group, llc
Vestas Chooses Weather Decision Technologies Lightning Decision Support System for Wind Energy Farms
Lightning display and predictions keeps wind energy crews safe, provides critical data for cost avoidance. - December 16, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies
West Coast Aerial Photography Photographs Construction Progress of Solar Plant in City of Mendota
West Coast Aerial Photography photographing solar power plant construction in Mendota, California, one of most advanced photovoltaic solar facilities in the world. - December 14, 2009 - West Coast Aerial Photography, Inc.
New York City’s First ‘Zero Energy Building’ Coming to the Red Hook Section of Brooklyn
Designs for New York’s first sustainable zero-energy, live/work building are nearing completion, with ground-breaking scheduled for February and completion planned for summer 2010. This structure is expected to become a distinctive new addition to the Red Hook section of Brooklyn. As defined... - December 03, 2009 - Redhook Green
Langley to Present Italian Solar PV Market
The company will highlight the differences between Spanish and Italian solar PV projects and facilities. - November 18, 2009 - LANGLEY RINNOVABILI
Philadelphia Company Installing Solar Energy Plant
Penn Herb Company, Ltd. is installing a 120 kW photovoltaic power system on the roof of Penn Herb Company’s building at 10601 Decatur Road in Philadelphia. This solar power plant will produce an estimated 140,210 kWh of electricity per year. The system will be tied directly into the electric grid, providing clean solar powered energy not only for Penn Herb, but also other residential and commercial electric customers in the area. - November 14, 2009 - Penn Herb Company, Ltd.
San Francisco Requests Bids for an Alternative to PG&E: Local Power-Assisted RFP Seeks New 51% Green Power Supply for Residents & Businesses, 360 MW of Local Green Power
A Major Local Power Inc. Milestone: Following Marin, SF Releases Long-Awaited Request For Proposals (RFP) to Solicit Bids from a New Power Service Supplier to Provide Residents and Businesses Dramatically Greener Power, Build 360 MW of Local Green Power Facilities Starting in 2010. - November 09, 2009 - Local Power LLC
Capital Safety Australia Introduces Fall Protection Solutions for the Wind Energy Industry
Ideal for use in the construction and maintenance of wind turbines. - October 30, 2009 - Capital Safety Australia
Alternative Fuels Company Receives Certification from Ethanol Trade Research Group
Arisdyne Systems’ Process Offers Demonstrated Measurable Increases in Ethanol Production - October 21, 2009 - Arisdyne Systems
Orchid Technologies Engineering and Consulting, Inc., Designs Solar Power System
Orchid Technologies’ custom high capacity energy storage designs are proven safe and tough. - October 21, 2009 - Orchid Technologies Engineering & Consulting
iPOWER! Announces the High-Efficiency 280Watts Polycrystalline Solar Panels in the Market
Green Leaf Sourcing LLC. announced that the company's ipower! series polycrystalline PV panels will be released to market early October. Working with OEM manufacturers, the Green Leaf Source LLC. will bring the most powerful PV panel to the market to ease the design and installation of solar... - October 09, 2009 - Green Leaf Sourcing LLC.
Cleantech Portal RE:SEARCH Now Free of Charge
Research portal www.renewable-energy-search.com for market research studies in the area of the cleantech business offers its services now for free. Clients have access to a keyword-driven search engine to find significant information about the green business. - October 06, 2009 - RE:SEARCH GmbH
Alternative Energy Companies Strive to be More User-Friendly Online with ElementsGreen
Alternative energy companies, in particular, face unique obstacles because the service they provide can be expensive, invasive and, at times, downright confusing. - September 24, 2009 - Elements, Inc.
Rentricity, ARRA to Support New Hampshire-Based Water Utility Clean Energy Initiative
Rentricity Inc., a New York-based renewable energy recovery company, is completing an energy recovery installation within the Water Treatment Facility in the City of Keene, New Hampshire. This project, which will transform the excess energy contained in over-pressurized water pipes into a new source of "green" electricity, is supported by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus funding program. - September 17, 2009 - Rentricity Inc.
New Solar Pool Pump Technology Cuts Electric Bills and Greenhouse Emissions
Florida, Bahamas & Caribbean Pool Owners Take Their Pumps Off the Power Grid. - September 16, 2009 - Florida Solar Pump
Costa Rica Joins World Green Building Council
The Costa Rica chapter of the Green Building Council (www.crgbc.org) was notified of induction into the World Green Building Council (www.worldgbc.org). Environmental sustainability in Costa Rica is a major social concern as the country covers 0.01% of the world's land surface yet contains over 5%... - September 02, 2009 - Virtus 1 Costa Rica Real Estate
Introducing Eco-Titan the First Environmentally Friendly Utility Distribution Pole
CMT Worldwide introduces the Eco-Titan Distribution Pole the first environmentally neutral pole engineered and manufactured today. The Eco-Titan is the available in sizes to 55 feet and in most required strengths. The Eco-Titan patented distribtion pole is lightweight, a low carbon footprint, recyclable, easy to handle & ship, exceeds all standards. - September 01, 2009 - CMT Worldwide, LLC
VerdeLogix, Green Diamond Syndication Partner in Carbon Offset Trading
VerdeLogix Corp., a specialist in predictive analytics software for renewable energy, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Green Diamond Syndication Ltd. (GDS) of Santa Fe, NM specifying use of the VerdeLogix software portal for carbon offset trading, green energy credits, and carbon... - August 15, 2009 - verdelogix
Marin Residents and Businesses Can Win Big Savings, Carbon Reductions, Energy Security Upgrade from Local Power Works, LLC Clean Energy Bid
Bringing dramatically cleaner and more secure energy sources to Marin County residents at prices at or below PG&E is what Local Power Works LLC’s July 20, 2009 bid to the Marin Energy Authority is all about. With its focus on local power and efficiency projects built by local firms, Local Power Works has bid to create local green jobs and improve the way of life in Marin County. The Local Power Works bid will provide over 76% of the community’s electricity from new local green energy sources. - August 05, 2009 - Local Power LLC
NC Green Entrepreneur Goes After Data Center Energy Waste with Decidedly Low Tech Approach
Data Connections is tackling the data center “over cooling problem” by providing an inventive suite of passive airflow control products that reduce wasted fan power. - July 23, 2009 - Data Connections Inc