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Wednesday, November 3, 2004
REInsider
A Look At Bush Administration Policies Regarding Renewable Energy
This Week's Top News
China Endorses 300 MW Ocean Energy Project
2005 Expected to be Record Year for U.S. Wind Power
World Sales of Solar Cells Jump 32 Percent
New Hampshire Begins Coal Switch to Biomass
Canada Looks to Boost Renewable Energy Use
National Solar PV Installer Certification Moves Ahead
Southwest Windpower Enters the Grid Tie Market
Ethanol to Hydrogen, A Double Duty Fuel
Arizona Solar Incentives Pay Up to 9K
Biomass Crops Fill-in for Wood Waste
Wind, Bioenergy Mix for Nova Scotia Power
Briefly Noted, PR, Around the Web
Briefly Noted... From the World of Renewable Energy
Recent Press Releases from Our Premiere Partners
Renewable Energy Events and Jobs
Coming Renewable Energy Events
Latest Job Opportunities in Renewable Energy
RE Marketplace
World PV Market: 1975-2003
PV Technology, Performance and Cost: 1975-2010
REInsider
A Look At Bush Administration Policies Regarding Renewable Energy
The Bush Administration's first term has been a very mixed bag regarding renewable energy policies. Administrations are not monolithic, and are composed of conflicting actions, personalities, and reservations (or inactions). The attempt of this article, is to have a frank review of the statements, activities, nuances and voids by the Administration. ...
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This Weeks's Top News
China Endorses 300 MW Ocean Energy Project
Thanks to China's insatiable appetite for energy and their increasing determination to add renewable energy to the mix, the ocean waters off the coast of China are on their way to gaining a large-scale ocean energy project.
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2005 Expected to be Record Year for U.S. Wind Power
With the extension of the federal wind energy production tax credit in September, capacity installations in 2005 look likely to beat all previous records, AWEA said in its quarterly U.S. market outlook. The previous high for new wind power capacity installations in one year was 1,696 MW in 2001. Most industry participants agree that 2005 will be a better year, with some predicting installations to exceed 2,500 MW.
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World Sales of Solar Cells Jump 32 Percent
World production of solar cells soared to 742 MW in 2003, a jump of 32 percent in just one year. With solar cell production growing by 27 percent annually over the past five years, cumulative world production now stands at 3,145 MW, enough to meet the electricity needs of more than a million homes. This extraordinary growth is driven to some degree by improvements in materials and technology, but primarily by market introduction programs and government incentives.
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New Hampshire Begins Coal Switch to Biomass
After its official groundbreaking, the Northern Wood Power Project, New Hampshire's first non-hydro, commercial-scale renewable energy project, is now underway at the Schiller Station in Portsmouth.
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Canada Looks to Boost Renewable Energy Use
The Honourable Stephane Dion, Canada's Minister of the Environment, has outlined his perspective on renewable energy, including Canada's accomplishments and challenges. Speaking last Thursday at a meeting organized by the North American Commission for Environmental Cooperation, Minister Dion indicated that Canada's future is closely linked to the development of renewable energy.
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National Solar PV Installer Certification Moves Ahead
As solar photovoltaic (PV) projects become increasingly popular throughout the United States, the need for national standards and certifications for installers has become apparent to many in the industry. North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is chief among these efforts. The organization is gradually building their certification program, having recently announced the overall results of its September 18, 2004 Solar PV Installer Certification exam, and reflecting on their current progress.
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Southwest Windpower Enters the Grid Tie Market
Southwest Windpower, which specializes in the production of small 400-3000 watt wind generators unveiled a utility tie, or grid-tie version of its 1000 watt Whisper turbine.
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Ethanol to Hydrogen, A Double Duty Fuel
Ethanol is commonly touted as an alternative fuel suitable for any vehicle. Researchers from the Gas Technology Institute (GTI) have produced hydrogen from the corn-based product, however, and that could shift ethanol into a whole new fuel market.
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Arizona Solar Incentives Pay Up to 9K
Salt River Project (SRP) utility customers in Arizona who want clean and emission-free electricity for their homes and businesses can now receive a financial incentive to invest in solar energy as part of the new SRP SolarWise Energy program.
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Biomass Crops Fill-in for Wood Waste
Willows will soon sprout up in well ordered fields on the Didcot countryside since RWE and ESD Biomass finalized a biomass energy partnership.
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Wind, Bioenergy Mix for Nova Scotia Power
Power from renewable energy is something Nova Scotia will soon have in abundance. Nova Scotia Power approved 17 proposals totaling 28 MW from renewable energy sources that answered a request for proposal to help diversify the utility's power portfolio.
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Briefly Noted : A selection of this weeks's News Briefs
Nevada Geothermal Acquires Project Land
RFP Release for 900 kW Solar PV Project
Biomass Technology Starts at the Pulp Mill
Kyocera, Outback Team up on Large Off-Grid Project
Elkem Invests in Silicon for Solar Cells
Hydrogen Processor Tests in Antarctica
Microturbine Sales for Biogas Industry
Fuel Cell and Solar Power at County Jail
Clean Energy Fund Propels Two Proton Projects
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Recent Press Releases from our Premier Partners
GT Equipment Technologies, Inc. Announces President/COO
GT Equipment Technologies, Inc. (GTi) of Merrimack, NH announced today that Thomas M. Zarrella, has assumed the new position of President and Chief Operating Officer at GT Equipment Technologies. Mr. Zarrella joins the GTi executive team already in place, reporting directly to Dr. Kedar Gupta, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Zarrella, the former Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and a Director of RWE Schott Solar, Inc. of Billerica, MA, will oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the company.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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GT Equipment Announces Record Bookings
GT Equipment Technologies, Inc., an industry leader in design and manufacturing for the solar and materials processing industries, announced today that it is ending the 3rd quarter with new and record bookings from its world-wide business in excess of $21.2 million. The new bookings are for state-of-the-art capital equipment used in the solar manufacturing industry and represent more than a 500 percent improvement in bookings over the same quarter of 2003.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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NABCEP Announces Results of 9/18/04 Exam, Notices Trends/Responses, Sets Next Exam Date
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) announces today the overall results of its September 18, 2004 Solar PV Installer Certification exam. The exam was administered to 81 candidates in 21 sites across the U. S. and resulted in 37 new NABCEP certified solar PV installers. This brings the total number of NABCEP certified installers in the U.S. up to 143 in 30 states.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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ACORE Announces Speakers for Policy Forum
The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE), in conjunction with the Environmental and Energy Studies Institute (EESI) and the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucuses of the US Senate and US House of Representatives, announce the schedule of events and slate of speakers for the national conference to take place December 6-7, 2004 in Washington, DC, calling for "Phase II" of renewable energy in America.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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SMALL WIND ENTERS THE GRID TIE MARKET
Flagstaff Arizona based Southwest Windpower, a world leader in the production of small 400-3000 watt wind generators announced today the introduction of its utility tie version of its 1000 watt Whisper turbine. "Our markets have traditionally been for the off-grid application such as a remote cabin or mountain top telecom system" says Andy Kruse the company's Vice President. "The grid tied systems simply hook directly up to the house and reduce the user's monthly electrical bill" says Kruse. There are no batteries to maintain and the systems are virtually maintenance free.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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NHA Responds to Washington Post Article
NHA today sent a letter to The Washington Post concerning its front page article on the Department of Interior's proposed rulemaking on an appeals process for mandatory conditions. The text of the letter is below.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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CARMANAH ANNOUNCES ALLIANCE WITH LANDSCAPE FORMS (MI, USA)
Carmanah Technologies Corporation (TSX Venture: CMH), a worldwide manufacturer of solar-powered LED lighting, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a marketing alliance with Landscape Forms of Kalamazoo, MI (www.landscapeforms.com), a leading manufacturer of commercial outdoor furniture and accessories. Under the agreement, Carmanah will provide the technology to integrate solar-powered, light-emitting diode (LED) lighting into the design of selected Landscape Forms' products.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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Kyocera Solar, Inc. Deploys Largest OutBack Power Panel in North America
Kyocera Solar, Inc. announced today that it has shipped the largest OutBack power panel built to date in North America. It is installed at a new 4,000 sq. ft. off-grid residence in Cabo San Jose, Mexico. The system contains ten 2.5-kilowatt OutBack inverters (FX2548T), 120 Kyocera 125G modules and thirty-six 1350 amp hour batteries to supplement a 42-kilowatt propane-powered electrical generator.
Full Press Release on RenewableEnergyAccess.com
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Learn more about the Total Access Marketing Program
Renewable Energy Events
International Solar Cities Congress 2004
The event will enable the world to meet for the purpose of developing major policies for sustainable urban development.
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European Wind Energy Conference
This event will bring together a network of international wind energy experts from each and every sector of the wind industry.
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Renewable Energy in America -- Phase II
To be held in conjunction with other leading organizations, the conference will call for a new and bold "Phase II" of developing and deploying renewable energy.
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Energy Outfitters RE Dealer/Installer Tech Expo
Energy Outfitters Las Vegas RE Dealer/Installer Tech Expo at Ceasar's Palace. December 9, 10, 11, 12.
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H2PS: The 2004 Hydrogen Production & Storage Forum
This event is a forum for developers, producers, and users to discuss the long-term and commercial opportunities for production and storage hydrogen technology.
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POWER-GEN Renewable Energy Conference
POWER-GEN Renewable Energy combines the renewable fuels, renewable energy, and emerging energy technology sectors to discuss the key technical, regulatory, structural, economic and market issues impacting their commercial future.
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Renewable Energy Jobs : This week's featured jobs
Mechanical Engineer
Design manufacturing equipment for the photovoltaic solar industry.
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Process Engineer
This job calls for a hands-on manufacturing engineer or technician skilled in process development, improvement, documentation, and training of production personnel.
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Multiple Openings at DayStar Tech.
These are multiple job openings available at DayStar Technologies.
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Solar Electric Sales Rep
Prominent solar energy contracting company seeks qualified person for residential solar electric system sales.
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PV Systems Installer - 1-2 Yrs Experience
Immediately seeking a qualified PV installer with at least the "LAST" 1-2 years experience installing solar electric systems. This is NOT an entry level position.
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RE Marketplace
World PV Market: 1975-2003
NEW! Updated July 2004
In-depth analysis of all PV markets ... By company ... By cell technology ... By country (United States, Japan, Germany, India, etc.) ... Detailed market segmentation ... DOE budgets. 133 pages ... 33 figures
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PV Technology, Performance and Cost: 1975-2010
Updated July 2003
Detailed technology descriptions ... manufacturing cost analysis for all options ... company profiles ... new plant summary ... history of: price, efficiency, govt budgets ... forecasts to 2010 ... concise, detailed strategic analysis of all aspects of pv ... 120 pages ... 30 figures
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