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Arithmetic trumps Ideology: Digging Into Conservative Misconceptions of Energy Costs
Sep 2nd
September 2, 2010 in Energy & Fuel
Here is an excellent guest post by an energy veteran and businessman on the costs of clean energy compared to old, dirty energy.
We’ve been writing on clean energy more and more these days. It is clearly one way to address global climate change, air pollution, and water pollution. And with another offshore oil production facility catching fire today, the sense of urgency to switch over from “dirty” to “clean” energy is growing.
In this guest post from Tom Rooney, President and CEO of SPG Solar in Novato, California we get a deeper look into the real costs of energy. Tom has More >
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Loading ...Smart Grid and Renewable Technologies May See Double Digit Growth in Five Years
Aug 28th
Aug 27, 2010
Renewable energy technologies, fueled by worldwide government support in the form of stimulus programs and other incentives, have improved the global economic outlook with new jobs and industry. Six will hit double digit growth in the next five years — and change our lifestyle, according to a series of market studies from SBI Energy. Here’s what the industrial market research company found:
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Well said!: The Myth of Cheap Fossil Fuels –> Hindering SMART Choices
Aug 23rd
by Ralf Sigrist, Nordex USA Published: August 20, 2010
Recently, when Senator Harry Reid put forth a “spill bill” rather than an energy bill, my theory that the energy debate in this country has been framed upside down seemed to be confirmed.
Arguments for renewable energy legislation have mixed messages on jobs creation with those of climate change, national security, energy independence and environmental disaster. After two years of debate and millions spent in lobbying, no one has been persuaded.
Why? Because clean energy got stuck on the wrong side of the cost debate. Guardians of the carbon economy have promoted the axiom that More >
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...GTM Research: United States Smart Grid Policy 2010
Aug 10th
Stephen Munro munro@gtmresearch.com
JULY 26, 2010
United States Smart Grid Policy 2010IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF TEN KEY STATES DRIVING DEPLOYMENT
The smart grid will be an essential component of state power scenarios as energy efficiency and renewable energy mandates proliferate across the United States. Since 2009, the Federal government has awarded US$4.5 billion in stimulus funds to spur smart grid investment and demonstration. With this injection of funds and the near-term potential of a scaling smart grid, state legislators, regulators, utilities and grid operators are surveying the stakes of commercial integration and laying boundaries for the sector via policy and pilot initiatives.
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Solar Power Surge Prompts TEP to Seek Changes to SunShare Rebate Program
Jul 19th
TUCSON, Ariz., Jul 14, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — A surge in the popularity of solar energy systems has prompted Tucson Electric Power (TEP) to propose new, lower subsidies for residential customers who install photovoltaic (PV) arrays.
Nearly 1,100 local homeowners have reserved TEP SunShare rebates for PV systems this year, exceeding the total number of residential solar power systems completed over the previous nine years combined. Local businesses also have rushed to invest in solar power systems, draining the funds designated for up-front commercial incentives in 2010.
In response to this unprecedented demand, TEP has asked the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) to More >
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...FHFA statement could bring PACE residential retrofits to a halt unless Congress steps in
Jul 10th
MARK BOSLET: JULY 9, 2010
PACE Program on Life Support
FHFA statement could bring PACE residential retrofits to a halt unless Congress steps in.
Just when you thought things couldn’t get worse, there’s more bad news for the home energy retrofit program PACE.
PACE was already under pressure from mortgage lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Now the Federal Housing Finance Agency has weighed in with its opinion of the program, and it isn’t good.
The national mortgage regulator claims PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) creates “risk management” challenges and “significant safety and soundness concerns” for mortgage lenders and investors in mortgage securities. The FHFA “urged state and More >
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Sen. Daschle & Wind Industry Call for Action on Energy Bill
Jun 24th
Published: June 24, 2010
Washington, D.C., United States — At a press conference hosted by former Senator Tom Daschle, a coalition of clean energy industries today called on the White House and Senate leadership to take urgent action upon Congress’ return from the July 4 recess on legislation that includes strong measures to promote clean energy.
“Passage of a federal RES will help open the doors to a wave of manufacturing investment in the USA.”– Steve Dayney, CEO, REPower
“The time for Congress to take action is now,” said Denise Bode, CEO of the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), a member of More >
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...7th Renewable Energy Finance Forum – Wall Street (29-30 June)
Jun 24th
Date:
June 29, 2010 to June 30, 2010
Cost:
$1595+
Website:
http://www.reffwallstreet.com
Location:
New York, NY US
Why Attend
Held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on June 18-19, 2008, the conference once again took the lead as the annual event for the US renewable energy and finance industries. Over 700 senior decision makers from 450 companies and 20 countriesattended this flagship US event.
- An astounding 70% of the attendees are C-level (CEO, CFO, CTO, etc) , partners or managing directors; REFF-Wall Street is the deal makers event;
- The reputation of REFF-Wall Street and REFF-West is built on attracting the most senior individuals in financing and investment for the renewable energy sphere. People who control budgets, devise strategy and More >
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Financing Renewable Energy Conference, Nov 10-11, Washington, D.C.
Jun 17th
Put the power of knowledge behind your RETC transactions. Hear industry news and updates, hone your technical skills and spend two days exploring the many opportunities made available by the renewable energy tax credit program.
Who Should Attend?
- Accountants
- Developers
- Investors and lenders
- Government agency officials
- Not-for-profit representatives
- Entrepreneurs and venture capitalists
Why You Should Attend?
- Hear from the industry’s foremost practitioners
- Take part in rich and timely discussions:
- A Washington report
- Current solar and wind developments and a forecast for the coming years
- How to stretch your project reach by pairing subsidies
- Develop relationships with active professionals
- Learn where to find and take advantage of the billions of dollars made available by the More >
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Will Fanny and Freddy Stop PACE? (Mortgage Lenders vs Property Tax)
Jun 14th
A national response over lender concerns about green retrofit programs
ROSALIND JACKSON AND ANNIE CARMICHAEL: JUNE 8, 2010
Cities and counties throughout the U.S. are developing new finance programs that support green retrofits in their communities. Called PACE, these programs represent one of the most promising tools available to local governments eager to bring new jobs, energy bill savings, and environmental benefits to their residents.
Last month, a rather cryptic letter issued by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac suggested that property owners with mortgages from these lending giants would be prohibited from participating in PACE programs. The move attacks the constitutional right of local More >
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