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Far-sighted plans to energise Europe by tapping solar power from the sweltering Sahara desert offer bright prospects but must not overshadow renewable sources closer to home, experts say. German deputy environment minister Matthias Machnig said solar systems behind the 400-billion-euro (560-billion-dollar) project, launched in Germany on Monday, had "enormous potential." The Desertec ... read more
Berkeley CA (SPX) Jul 14, 2009Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the University of California at Berkeley have demonstrated a way to fabricate efficient solar cells from low-cost and flexible materials. The new design grows optically active semiconductors in arrays of nanoscale pillars, each a single crystal, with dimensions measured in billionths of a meter. ... more
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Prisoners used to shovel snow-bound US capital
Heavy rain, snow disrupts transport in Spain Washington slaps fee on plastic shopping bags Vietnam says parched Red River at record low Philippine volcano darkens New Year for 50,000 villagers Shocked residents survey Australia wildfire wreckage Honduras declares state of emergency amid drought Residents flee terrifying Australian wildfires Sarkozy scrambles to salvage carbon tax Thrill-seeking tourists flock to Philippine volcano 
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Munich, Germany (AFP) July 13, 2009Twelve European companies launched a 400-billion-euro (560-billion-dollar) initiative Monday to plant huge solar farms in Africa and the Middle East to produce energy for Europe. The consortium says the massive proposal could provide up to 15 percent of Europe's electricity needs by 2050. Engineering giants ABB and Siemens, energy groups E.ON and RWE and financial institutions Deutsche ... more 
Washington DC (SPX) Jul 13, 2009The Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) is pleased to recognize the U.S. Department of the Treasury's release of guidance documents for the federal cash grant program for solar electric projects. The program is expected to further strengthen U.S. electric utilities' ability to integrate solar electricity into the power grid in the near-term. These cash grants can be utilized in lieu of ... more 
Rocklin CA (SPX) Jul 13, 2009SMA Solar Technology has announced the opening of its 193,000 square foot solar inverter factory in Kassel, Germany. With the new facility, SMA has increased its production capacity to four gigawatts and is continuing to expand its successful strategy of scalability to meet demand for its popular line of solar inverters. Solar inverters are the key component in a solar power system that ... more 
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 13, 2009Suntech Power Holdings has announced that Suntech solar panels containing new high efficiency Pluto cells will help power Sydney Theatre Company (STC) as one of several initiatives in STC's Greening the Wharf project. The 500kW Pluto solar system, which should be completed in 2010, is slated to be one of the largest capacity rooftop solar project in Australia and along with energy saving ... more |
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5 Bitcoin Alternatives Worth Considering in 2025Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 21, 2025 From being dismissed as internet magic money to becoming a household name, Bitcoin is now the poster child of cryptocurrency. However, Bitcoin isn't the only player in the game anymore. A number of other coins are stepping up, offering real use cases, better tech, and in some cases, more growth potential. ... more  
Why Small Satellites Fail More Often Than ExpectedLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 22, 2025 Small satellites have redefined access to space, enabling startups, academic teams, and emerging space programs to launch missions once limited to major players. Their low cost, compact size, and ra ... more 
Reusable debris collector promises leap forward in sustainable space cleanupSydney, Australia (SPX) May 21, 2025 Paladin Space, a startup incubated at the University of South Australia's Innovation and Collaboration Centre, has introduced Triton, the first reusable space payload designed to capture and store m ... more
  
Teaching Robots Theory of Mind to Boost CollaborationLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 19, 2025 Researchers from Duke University and Columbia University have developed a novel approach to robotic collaboration by integrating Theory of Mind-a uniquely human cognitive trait-into robotic systems. ... more 
UAE unveils new Arabic-language AI modelDubai (AFP) May 21, 2025 The United Arab Emirates on Wednesday announced a new Arabic-language artificial intelligence model, describing it as the best-performing in the region. ... more 
AI talking trees feature at Chelsea Flower ShowLondon (AFP) May 19, 2025 Talking trees powered by AI, drought-resistant crops and sweet potatoes sprouting among flowers - the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show is facing the future with a focus on innovation and climate-change adaptation. ... more
  
Dealing with Russia: Strategic negligence, incompetence or worse?Washington DC (UPI) May 21, 2025 The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming no longer is just the title of a humorous Cold War movie. ... more 
Merz to visit Lithuania as Germany helps bolster NATO's eastern flankFrankfurt, Germany (AFP) May 22, 2025 Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Lithuania on Thursday to mark the official formation of Germany's first permanent overseas military unit since World War II, aimed at bolstering NATO's eastern flank against a hostile Russia. ... more 
Is NATO set to agree spending 5% of GDP on defence? Not qBrussels, Belgium (AFP) May 19, 2025 NATO countries look on course to agree a deal on ramping up their defence spending target at a summit in The Hague next month in a bid to satisfy US President Donald Trump. ... more |
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San Francisco CA (SPX) Jul 10, 2009At Intersolar North America, Vela Solaris AG has announced the upgrading of their Polysun family of products in the United States to include the latest data from the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC) for all US solar system components. "We consistently strive to improve upon our industry-leading Polysun software, and we are thrilled to have added SRCC data to our Polysun ... more 
Philadelphia PA (SPX) Jul 10, 2009SRS Energy has completed one of the first residential installations of the Sole Power Tile system at a residence in Bermuda Dunes, CA. The Sole Power Tile is the first building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) roofing product designed for curved roofing systems. "This installation illustrates how homeowners can go green and make smart, sustainable choices without compromising curb ... more 
Cambridge MA (SPX) Jul 07, 2009Greentech Media released the most recent quarterly data showing that venture capital investment in green technologies totaled $1.2 billion in 85 deals in the second quarter of 2009. This is up from $836 million in 59 deals in the first quarter of 2009. "The recent quarter's balanced distribution of sectors that attracted capital underscores cleantech's breadth and diversity of opportunity ... more 
Leiden, Netherlands (SPX) Jul 07, 2009An international team of researchers has modified chlorophyll from an alga so that it resembles the extremely efficient light antennae of bacteria. The team was then able to determine the structure of these light antennae. This is the first step to converting sunlight into energy using an artificial leaf. The researchers will be publishing an article on their research findings in the ... more |
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US seeks deals for Alaska energy as Asia representatives visit
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