From Triple Pundit in Green
This March, Chevrolet will start providing customers with information on a number of the environmental features of their vehicles, via “Ecologic” environmental window labels that will initially appear on the 2012 Sonic, the company’s new sub-compact c…
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‘Green’ solar cell is made from plants
From CNET in Green
To make super cheap solar cells, MIT researchers look to commandeer the proce…
Renewable Energy Mergers and Acquisitions Surge 40% in 2011
From Triple Pundit in Green
Renewable energy merger and acquisitions surged 40% in 2011, with solar energy and energy efficiency leading the way, according to a PwC report. Larger, billion-dollar, deals dominated, a sign of the sector’s increasing maturity, but persistent EU debt…
7 Trends That Will Shape Sustainable Consumption in 2012
From Triple Pundit in Green
The first month of 2012 is almost over, but it’s still difficult to envision how this year will look like, especially when it comes to the interaction between consumption and sustainability. One of the people who came for our help is Raphael Bemporad…
Energy stocks mixed as Chevron retreats
From Fuel Fix in Green
The energy sector diverges in early trading, with oil services gaining as the oil segment declines following a disappointing fourth quarter reported by Chevron.
Israeli Company to Open Solar Power Plant in Spain
From Triple Pundit in Green
AORA Solar, an Israeli developer of concentrated solar power, will be opening its second-ever gas-turbine solar thermal power station in Spain. The plant will answer the electricity needs of the local population and provide additional heat energy for a…
The Power of Social Entrepreneurship to Create a Sustainable World
From Triple Pundit in Green
How can we successfully rise to these challenges? In theory, development that is sustainable and not damaging to the planet is doable. In reality, there are challenges at every step, and so far our record on moving towards sustainability in a collectiv…
Startup Makes Peel-Off Solar Cells
From Technology Review in Green
Astrowatt’s wafer-making method could mean cheaper solar power.
Today, most solar cells are made with a process that turns almost half of the raw material—highly refined and processed crystalline silicon—into sawdust. A new process develope…
OnStar to help Volt drivers choose renewable energy
From CNET in Green
Even if they haven’t installed a solar array in their backyard, Volt drivers …
Nissan Leaf batteries seek second life as home storage
From CNET in Green
Working with grid equipment supplier ABB, a Nissan venture will create a prot…
Next-gen solar tech makes big leagues
From CNET in Green
Solar Frontier’s thin-film technology will be used at a 150 megawatt solar fa…
China proposes global energy governance, development
From SmartPlanet in Green
China wants an international body to govern energy supply for greater stability. It is also seeking more renewable energy development and technology transfer to underdeveloped nations that are energy poor.
Startup seeks to make biodiesel from commercial kitchen grease
From SmartPlanet in Green
Restaurants and food service operations will have the option of recycling waste grease into biodiesel under a deal between BlackGold Biofuels and SLM Facility Solutions.
How Banks Can Make Money On Energy-Efficiency Loans
From Forbes Tech in Green
Energy-efficiency improvements, such as installing new boilers or roof insulation, can save building owners big bucks in the long term. A study released by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) on Wednesday found that energy effi…
The perils of cleantech investing: KiOR & the long term, high risk view
From GigaOm in Green
One of the difficulties with investing in cleantech startups is that investors sometimes need to take very long term views of the companies they back, despite that companies can be risky. Next-gen biofuel company KiOR is a prime example of this long term, high risk phenomenon.
Techweek Conference + Expo 2012
- Announcing New Speakers: Jason Fried and Matt Mickiewicz February 15, 2012Jason Fried, co-founder and president of 37signals, makers of Basecamp and Highrise, and co-author of the book Rework will return for an encore speaking session at Techweek 2012. Vancouver-based Matt Mickiewicz, co-founder of SitePoint, Flippa and 99designs, which pays out over $1,000,000 … Read More » […]
- SessionCast Closes on Feb. 16 February 15, 2012Did you cast your votes yet for the best session submissions at the Techweek 2012 Conference & Expo? Over 500 sessions were submitted this year! Make sure to pick your favorites and tell your friends, fans and followers. Every tweet, … Read More » […]
- SessionCast Voting Ends Feb. 16 February 10, 2012Did you cast your votes yet for the best session submissions at the Techweek 2012 Conference & Expo? Over 500 sessions were submitted this year for approximately 200 session slots. Make sure to pick and choose your favorites and tell … Read More » […]
- Don’t miss out: Techweek hits Austin for SXSW February 10, 2012Celebrate innovation, technology and startups with Techweek in Austin, TX, at the South by Southwest Interactive Festival. Together with New World Ventures, Techweek is hosting one unforgettable night on Mon., March 12, at Copa Bar & Grill, from 8:00 pm … Read More » […]
- SessionCast is Now Open for Techweek 2012: Vote for Your Favorite Sessions through Feb. 16 February 2, 2012Read, vote and share what you would like to see at the Techweek 2012 Conference & Expo. The brand new Techweek SessionCast voting platform goes live today. So go ahead and tell us your picks for the best submitted panels … Read More » […]
