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Swiss power electronics firm set for wind growth in China

October 27, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - IDS is projecting a revenue increase of 10 to 30 percent for 2010 from its converter technology used in the renewable energy market. Full Story »

Rinspeed unveils new details about urban commuter EV

October 26, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Switzerland CEO shares his vision for his 2010 concept car, while predicting that the Teslas and Thinks of the world will go belly up in three years. Full Story »

Inside cleantech Europe: That was the week that was!

October 22, 2009 - by Andrew Thomson - Siemens acquires Israeli solar thermal company Solel Solar Systems for $418 million, while Robeco looks set to launch its third cleantech fund-of-funds.

Trinity College Dublin looks to bring cleantech innovation to market

October 20, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Commercialization partners and investment are now needed for new technologies, which have been government supported by Enterprise Ireland. Full Story »

Israel’s Sunday Energy, Ormat team on $195M solar agreement

October 19, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Joint venture includes selling power from the 36 MW PV systems to Israel Electric under 20-year power purchase agreements. Full Story »

Inside cleantech Europe: That was the week that was!

October 15, 2009 - by Andrew Thomson - The European Commission names its candidates for €1 billion in funding for CCS commercialisation projects, while Israeli companies bag the two largest VC deals of the week.

Metrolight launches next-gen HID lighting in Israel

October 14, 2009 - Best of the web - The company looks to beef up sales and marketing efforts of its newest smart electronic ballasts, which it says offer energy reductions of as much as 65 percent. Full Story »

Signet Solar's production line puts BrightView's tech to work

October 14, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Israeli startup says its metrology tool and mapping capabilities help PV manufacturers maximize panel efficiencies and production. Full Story »

A wind turbine that pumps out drinkable water?

October 14, 2009 - Best of the web - Aeolus Water is developing a unique technology it says can produce more than 500 gallons of water in 24 hours under normal conditions. Full Story »

European cleantech suppliers falling behind?

October 13, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Purchasing decision-makers say they aren't adopting clean technologies because they receive insufficient or complicated information from potential suppliers, according to a new report. Full Story »

Gujarat government commits $5M to new wave power plant

October 12, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Israel-based SDE Energy says 5 MW plant could be followed by a 100 MW plant, which has a $700M authorized budget. Full Story »

Airbus to take off with fuel cell auxiliary power

October 9, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - UK-based Intelligent Energy says its technology is expected to help the French aircraft manufacturer reduce emissions and decrease fuel consumption. Full Story »

Inside cleantech Europe: That was the week that was!

October 8, 2009 - by Andrew Thomson - The European Commission unveils a proposal to increase the European energy research budget to €50 billion over the next ten years, while a smart grid company raises the largest VC deal of the week.

U.S. Army picks QinetiQ for waste disposal system

October 6, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - UK-based company scores £1.5 million contract for its device expected to process up to 100 kilograms of municipal solid waste per hour. Full Story »

ECD tapped for 4.8 MW solar project in Spain

October 5, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Construction is to begin this month on eight solar rooftop installations, which are expected to be coated in a waterproof material. Full Story »

Diamond tech to reduce the cost of renewable energy?

October 2, 2009 - Best of the web - Scientists at UK-based Evince Technology say one coin-sized diode can replace numerous silicon devices used to convert electricity from solar panels and wind turbines before it reaches the grid.  Full Story »

UK smart grid company locks in £5.8M for expansion

October 2, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - RLtec says its technology could create virtual power stations and help modify energy consumption based on supply and demand. Full Story »

Inside cleantech Europe: That was the week that was!

October 1, 2009 - by Andrew Thomson - The European Commission is considering an EU-wide tax on CO2 emissions, while the largest deal of the week goes to an Austrian biomass plant developer pursuing a consolidation strategy.

Dutch container ship offers 40-percent fuel savings

September 30, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Built in China, the 192-meter Ursa Montana is expected to sail in December carrying more cargo than previously possible. Full Story »

World’s largest biomass plant gets environmental clearance

September 30, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - The 350 MW facility, powered by wood chips from sustainable sources, is expected to produce enough electricity to power 500,000 Welsh homes. Full Story »
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