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Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Solar FlexRack Chosen for 60kW Solar Array at Ohio Advanced Technology Center

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO — His initial experience with the Solar FlexRack has convinced another project manager that the innovative rack mounting system for solar panels holds tremendous potential for the future.

Understanding "Beginning Construction" Under Section 1603

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Treasury Department recently issued a series of FAQs in an effort to clarify when projects will be treated as having "begun construction" for purposes of the section 1603 grant. As you may be aware, a project that otherwise qualifies for the grant but is not placed in service before the end of 2010 may still be eligible for the grant if construction on the project is begun in 2009 or 2010 and the project is eventually placed in service before the applicable "credit termination date." The new FAQs address a number of the unanswered questions. However, the framework adopted by the Treasury Guidance and the new FAQs is complex, and there appears to be a considerable amount of confusion among developers about how the "beginning construction" requirement can be met. Therefore, we thought it important to issue this alert.

Renewable Energy Monitoring Systems - the next big thing in residential solar?

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Solectria Renewables Supplies over 10.5MW of Commercial & Utility-Scale Inverters to New Jersey

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Lawrence, MA – September 2, 2010 – Solectria Renewables, LLC, the leading U.S. PV inverter manufacturer, announced today that it will supply 10.5MW of commercial and utility-scale inverters for three photovoltaic (PV) systems in New Jersey in partnership with DCO Energy, an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor.

CSP developer strategy: Clinching a deal with US utilities

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

CSP Today examines how CSP projects can gain the critical edge over other renewable energy projects vying to sign power purchase agreements with US utilities.

Mascoma Buys SunOpta BioProcess for $51 M

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Ethanol manufacturer Mascoma announced that it has acquired Canada-based SunOpta BioProcess Inc. (SBI), a division of SunOpta Inc. The two companies will now combine SBI's fiber preparation and pretreatment technologies with the consolidated bioprocessing (CBP) technology of Mascoma bringing Mascoma a step closer towards its full commercialization of cellulosic ethanol.

Solar Power Moves Ahead in California

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Turkish Renewable Energy May Feed EU Grid

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Turkey plans to connect to the European electrical grid this month using GE's smart grid technology. The Turkish Electricity Transmission Company (TEIAS) will now be able to buy and sell power in the European electricity market, hopefully expanding the reliability and availability of energy, especially renewable energy, throughout all of Europe.

U.S. Keeping up with European Biomass Demand

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The U.S. has some of the best biomass resources in the world. The ironic thing is, we ship a lot of it over to Europe, where they put it to good use for heat and electricity.

Interested in Wind Turbine Testing? Vestas Is, Too!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

How does a wind turbine manufacturer know that its products will be able to last in the field for 20 years? Testing. Vestas claims that it has the most comprehensive dedicated testing facility on the planet.

Congress, Don't Send the U.S. Solar Industry on an Extended Vacation

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Intertek Opens Solar Thermal Test Lab

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Intertek a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services announces the addition of solar thermal testing capabilities to its Dallas, TX facility. The laboratory, accredited by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC), A2LA and Standards Council of Canada, tests solar thermal equipment to safety and performance standards including SRCC SD 100, CSA F378-87 and EN 12975-1. Compliance to these standards is required for manufacturers to receive SRCC Certification and the ETL Listed Mark for North American market access.

Colorado – A Leader in Wind Energy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Colorado, with its high mountains and broad plains, has expansive wind resources. With an estimated six million acres of windy lands in Colorado, most of which are located on the eastern plains, Colorado ranks 11th in the United States in wind energy potential. To take advantage of its substantial renewable energy resources, Colorado has created a regulatory environment that makes it attractive to develop wind farms and other renewable energy projects within its borders.

Jigar Shah Speaks on the State and Future of the United States Solar Industry

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Solar visionary, Jigar Shah, will join AltaTerra Research and RenewableEnergyWorld.com on September 23 to discuss the current state of the U.S. solar industry and where he sees the industry heading in 2011 and beyond, in a national and international online conference.

Next steps in your renewable energy training

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As part of Solar Energy International's new Alumni Career Center and Online Campus career counseling services, we often hear from alumni who want to know what training they should take next. We recommend branching out to the various related and relevant training opportunities SEI has to offer.

Peace Corps to Tackle Grassroots Energy Issues

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Peace Corps announced late last month that the U.S. Department of State will provide $1 million to fund the program in support of the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas (ECPA). The money will help Peace Corps efforts that increase rural access to energy, mitigate the effects of climate change, and support the use of renewable energy and energy efficient technologies in Central and South American communities.

Top 6 Utility-scale Fast-tracked Solar Projects

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In June 2009, the Department of Interior announced a fast-track program for renewable energy and transmission projects on public lands under BLM management. The agency designated fast-track projects as those "where the companies involved have demonstrated to the BLM that they have made sufficient progress to formally start the environmental review and public participation process."

Next Viking Invasion? Hopefully the Big Apple.

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Good-Bye John Deere Renewables

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Back in the early days of the modern wind industry, farm equipment manufacturers in Denmark played a key role in developing the sturdy large-scale machines installed in the 1980s. Maybe that's why wind seemed like such a good fit for a company like John Deere, the world's largest farm machinery manufacturer.