Wood Group Kenny wins job for Australian wind-and-wave project
( SeeNews Asia/Pacific, May 25, 2012)
(SeeNews Asia Pacific) - May 25, 2012 - UK-based Wood Group Kenny said Thursday it had secured a three-year project management and engineering support contract from Marine Power Technologies Pty Ltd for a combined wind and wave project in Australia.
Australian Capital Territory shortlists 22 bids in solar FiT auction
( SeeNews Asia/Pacific, May 25, 2012)
(SeeNews Asia Pacific) - May 25, 2012 - A total of 22 proposals have been shortlisted by the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) government as part of its auction for 40 MW of large-scale solar capacity to be developed under the local feed-in tariff (FiT) ...
Citi cuts EDP Renovaveis price target to EUR 4.60
( SeeNews Renewables, May 25, 2012)
(SeeNews Renewables) - May 25, 2012 - Citigroup Global Markets has cut its share price target on Portuguese renewable energy company EDP Renovaveis (ELI:EDPR) to EUR 4.60 from EUR 5.10 to reflect the more adverse financial environment.
Whitesand First Nation Studying Renewable Power
( M2 PressWIRE, May 25, 2012)
May 25, 2012 McGuinty Government Supporting Green, Sustainable Northern Economy Ontario is helping Whitesand First Nation explore green energy solutions and boost economic development.
Chile's Schwager Energy to have new biogas plant in 2012 - report
( SeeNews Renewables, May 25, 2012)
(SeeNews Renewables) - May 25, 2012 - Chilean environmental and energy solutions provider Schwager Energy (SCL:SCHWAGER) has recently launched its first biogas plant and plans to have a second plant of this type in operation this year, local daily La Segunda ...
Motors have enormous energy saving potential
(Em News Bureau, Electrical Monitor, May 25, 2012)
At the inaugural session ofELROMA 2012 organized byIEEMA (Indian Electrical &Electronics; Manufacturers'Association), Pentti Norovuori,Global Head Sales, (Motors &Generators;), ABB Ltd, Prague saidthat motor-driven applications haveenormous energy ...
NRC commissioner votes to deny Pilgrim license
(The Lowell Sun, Lowell Sun (Massachusetts), May 25, 2012)
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) -- The chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has voted to deny the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station the right to operate another 20 years, but his vote is likely in the minority.
Sanders praises Obama pick for NRC chairwoman
( Brattleboro Reformer (Vermont), May 25, 2012)
MONTPELIER (AP) - Vermont U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders says he's encouraged by President Barack Obama's choice to head the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Minister Oliver Highlights the Federal Government's Contribution to Alberta's Economy
( Marketwire, May 25, 2012)
SHERWOOD PARK, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 25, 2012) - The Honourable Joe Oliver, Minister of Natural Resources, addressed the Alberta Chambers of Commerce to discuss the impact of Responsible Resource Development in Alberta and communities across the ...
RF minister of energy elected president of CIS Electric Energy Council (adds)
( ITAR-TASS, May 25, 2012)
Russian Minister of Energy Alexander Novak has been unanimously elected president of the Electric Energy Council of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The Council opened its 41st session in the Turkmen capital on Friday.
Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2012
( M2 PressWIRE, May 25, 2012)
May 25, 2012 "Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2012" is the latest policy report from GlobalData, the industry analysis specialists that offer comprehensive information on major policies governing renewable energy market in the region.
Asia Pacific Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2012
( M2 PressWIRE, May 25, 2012)
May 25, 2012 "Asia Pacific Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2012" is the latest policy report from GlobalData, the industry analysis specialists that offer comprehensive information on major policies governing renewable energy market in the region.
North and South America Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2012
( M2 PressWIRE, May 25, 2012)
May 25, 2012 "North and South America Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2012" is the latest policy report from GlobalData, the industry analysis specialists that offer comprehensive information on major policies governing renewable energy market in the ...
Hera S.p.A. (HER) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review
( M2 PressWIRE, May 25, 2012)
May 25, 2012 Hera S.p.A. (Hera) is an Italian company providing diverse services in energy, water, and environmental businesses. It defines its business in three sectors, namely, Energy, Water, and Environmental sectors. The company engages in distributing ...
Access to low-cost energy vital in fight against poverty - General Assembly President
( M2 PressWIRE, May 25, 2012)
May 24, 2012 The President of the General Assembly, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, today underlined the urgent need to provide sufficient and low-cost energy to people across the world who lack access, stressing that making energy readily available can boost ...
Methane leakage 'overshadows' shale gas climate benefits
(Nina Röhrbein, IPE.com, May 25, 2012)
30 minutes ago GLOBAL - The leakage of greenhouse gas methane is clouding the climate benefits resulting from the expansion of the shale gas industry, according to Scottish Widows Investment Partnership (SWIP).
Access to low-cost energy vital to fight poverty: Al-Nasser
(India Blooms News Service, IBNS, May 25, 2012)
New York, May 25 (IBNS): The President of the UN General Assembly, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, on Thursday underlined the urgent need to provide sufficient and low-cost energy to people across the world who lack access, stressing that making energy readily ...
Chattanooga Times Free Press (Tennessee)
( Chattanooga Times Free Press (Tennessee), May 25, 2012)
Mortgage rates at historic lows The average U.S. rate for the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to a record low for a fourth straight week.
Life is grand at wheel of Jeep's Grand Cherokee Overland model; ROAD TEST
(Robert Maddox, Derby Evening Telegraph, May 25, 2012)
AIN'T life grand? It certainly is when enjoying the high life at the wheel of the Overland version of the new Jeep Grand Cherokee. There's no more luxurious Jeep in production than this ultimate example of the Grand Cherokee because it's a vehicle which ...
A new chapter in greener motoring
(JOHN CONNOR, Solihull News, May 25, 2012)
HYBRIDS may not be everyone's cup of tea but if I had to drive one then Peugeot's 3008 Hybrid4 would be my vehicle of choice.
Constructors are battling to be the greenest
( Western Daily Press, May 25, 2012)
Matt Joy rounds up all the latest news from the world of motoring, including a look at how Formula One bosses are trying to make the sport more eco-friendly Motorsport is rarely given any credit for eco-consciousness, particularly not the highoctane, ...
Outlander crossover has high safety level
(Peter Hayward, Loughborough Echo, May 25, 2012)
MITSUBISHI unveiled a new Outlander crossover at the Geneva Motor Show with low emissions and the likelihood of a plug-in hybrid in the future. On sale in the summer, the third car to bear the name will come with a very high level of safety equipment ...
Shedding light on street
( Sidmouth Herald, May 25, 2012)
AROUND 800 street lights in Sidmouth residential areas will be switched off during the night in a bid to save cash and cut carbon emissions. Devon County Council (DCC) will begin the programme on Monday and work will continue over the next few months.
