Eco-friendly Power generation news articles 
The future role of fossil power generation (1/2)
Fossil power plants with a highly versatile operating response are the key to integrating renewables into the power grid and are an essential prerequisite if the intended rapid growth of these energy resources is to be accommodated. Andreas Pickard, Siemens AG Energy and winner of POWER-GEN Europe 2012 Best Paper Awards examines what the integration of renewable energy into the European power generation market means for the design and construct... [more]
The future role of fossil power generation (2/2)
Start-up reliability In the context of stabilisation of the grid, the aim is to respond to changes in demand as quickly as possible. Power plants with short start-up times can feed extra power into the grid at short notice. It is already apparent in some power generation markets that load dispatchers are giving preference to power plants with short start-up times. Playing the spot market (tertiary reserve) is particularly attractive for power pl... [more]
OFTEC dismayed at DECC announcement on Renewable Heat Incentive and Renewable Heat Premium Payment Scheme
OFTEC has expressed dismay at the announcement last week by DECC to delay the introduction of a Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for domestic users. In a letter to the Greg Barker, the Minister of State for Climate and Energy Change, OFTEC asked for reassurance that oil heating consumers would not be disadvantaged by the decision to postpone phase two of the RHI until 2013, and in the interim to extend the Renewable Heat Premium Payment Scheme (RHP... [more]
Kingspan renewables powers into the Wind Market
Kingspan has strengthened its position as a leading global player in the Renewables sector with the launch of Kingspan Wind and the introduction of two small high yield wind turbines (3kW and 6kW), which have been specifically designed to deliver maximum output, efficiency and reliability. Acquiring some of the assets from former wind turbine manufacturer Proven Energy, Kingspan has combined patented, high performance technology with long-stan... [more]
Biomass Commodities Corporation and Trumbull-Nelson Construction Company completing wood pellet heating system at Lebanon middle school
School Administrative Unit (SAU) #88 designed the new Lebanon Middle School to include the two wood pellet fired boilers to heat the entire 100,000 square foot building. The two wood pellet boilers provide all of the heat for the new building. A solar array will produce hot water during shoulder and summer seasons. Due to this innovative design and the inclusion of renewable energy systems, the new building will burn zero fossil fuels. A Northe... [more]
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Infinite Power Solutions Raises $10M in Series D Financing
LITTLETON, Colo., May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinite Power Solutions, Inc. (IPS) today announced that it has successfully completed a $10M Series D financing. The funds will be used to expand IPS' manufacturing ...
GDF SUEZ Energy Resources To Host Current Intelligence Webinar On Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
HOUSTON, May 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- GDF SUEZ Energy Resources NA, one of the largest competitive retail electricity providers to commercial, industrial, and institutional customers in the country, will ...
10 eco-friendly cleaning products that do the job
One way to be kind to the Earth is by choosing green cleaning products. Here are 10 that are safe, effective and eco-friendly for your home.
Kudankulam nuclear project is viable and eco-friendly, says Daniel Chellappa
The project, unlike coal, would emit only limited waste. Even these wastes would be carefully handled and disposed off. The marine life would not be affected in any manner.
LED street lights save millions each year
Eco-friendly LED street lights are saving million of dollars each year in town and city power bills and are reducing carbon emissions.
Progress Solar Solutions Expands Its Distribution of Portable Solar Light Towers With Lew Hudson Sales
Lew Hudson Sales to represent leading line of Progress Solar/Wind(TM) powered light towers to help equipment rental companies, dealers and their clients eliminate carbon emissions, noise and light pollution while simultaneously eliminating operating costs associated with diesel refueling and maintenance. A win, win for everyone.Apex, NC (PRWEB) May 22, 2012 Progress Solar Solutions™, LLC ...
Want to Go Green? AAA Recommends Ways to Make a Difference Behind the Wheel
AAA provides tips for those looking to be more eco-friendly with their driving habits and next vehicle purchase
UConn Commissions Fuel Cell Power Plant
STORRS, Conn., April 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Connecticut, along with UTC Power and the Connecticut Clean Energy Finance and Investment Authority, today (April 26) commissioned a new ...
Global Rechargeable Batteries Industry
NEW YORK, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Global Rechargeable Batteries Industry http://www.reportlinker.com/p092504/Global-Rechargeable-Batteries-Industry.html#utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Battery ...
Infinite Power Raises $10M from Polaris, Others
Infinite Power Solutions, Inc. (IPS) announced that it has successfully completed a $10M Series D fi...
