Renewables, energy efficiency Florida and Georgia’s cheaper options than nuclear
Why Go Nuclear When Efficiency, Renewables Fit the Bill? UK IB Times.com 09 October 2011, What’s the likely result if the more than 20 applications for new or expanded nuclear plants are approved by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission? That’s the question addressed in the report, “Big Risks, Better Alternatives,” by Synapse Energy Economics on behalf of the Union of Concerned Scientists.
The main thesis of the report is that forecasts for energy demand growth in the U.S. are now much lower than they were when these projects were initially proposed.
The report focuses on two proposed nuclear projects in Florida and Georgia, states which rank among the worst in the nation in energy efficiency, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). If either state were to pursue even modest efficiency goals, peak load energy levels could remain below those of 2006. Continue reading
In 2011, UK’s record growth in renewable energy
UK Reports Record Level of Renewable Energy, October 10th, 2011 by Jenson Brayshaw According to new reports, the second quarter of 2011 has seen green energy contribute to about 9.6 percent of the UK’s total electricity supply. This is a huge rise on 2010 levels. This news was reported by the Department of Energy and Climate Change. Continue reading
Norway launches scheme to finance renewable energy in developing countries
Only clean energy is good enough Energy portal EU, 10 Oct 11 Today the Norwegian government will launch Energy +, a global initiative to finance access to renewable energy, energy efficiency and low carbon development in developing countries. WWF welcomes this effort to bring clean and safe light, heat and energy to the approximate 3 billion people in the world without access to reliable energy, and applauds Norway’s leadership.
Norway will launch Energy + at a high-level conference co-organized by the International Energy Agency and attended by UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon. The conference will include discussion of both renewables and fossil fuels as solutions to energy poverty.
Rasmus Hansson, CEO of WWF-Norway, says: “Ending energy poverty should be part of the solution to climate change, not part of the problem. WWF urges Norway, and other countries, to keep their focus on renewables, the energy of the future – not on the dirty fossil fuels of the past.”…
2012 will be the UN year of sustainable energy for all. “We urge the UN to focus on renewable energy, the only truly sustainable energy source. WWF’s Energy Report shows that we can meet all of the world’s energy needs with 100% renewable energy. We think this is a great focus for 2012, “said Samantha Smith.
Numerous renewable energy bills signed by California’s Governor Brown
The following bills have been signed by Governor Brown:: (A large number of bills listed )
For full text of the bills, visit: leginfo.ca.gov/bilinfo.html.
USA subsidies for renewable energy: the facts
The Truth About Renewable Subsidies, the Motley fool, By Travis Hoium , October 6, 2011 The headlines will tell you that subsidies for renewable energy are outrageously high and like throwing money down the drain. But outside of some poor decisions (ahem, Solyndra), subsidies for renewable energy have been effective at lowering costs and require very little money from the government.
When you compare renewable subsidies to the growth stages of oil and gas, coal, nuclear energy, and biofuels, it becomes apparent that we’re nowhere near the support we gave to those energy sources. In a study done by Nancy Pfund and Ben Healey for DBL Investors (link opens PDF), some interesting statistics emerge. Continue reading
Automakers moving to renewable energy
as fossil fuels rise in price and consumers’ tastes evolve, the smart money is for more of these new cars to roll out, in part, manufactured thanks to the energy technologies of the future….
Why automakers are the new renewable energy investors, As the industry recovers from the financial crisis, firms such as General Motors and Ford have set up renewables projects. Leon Kaye , guardian.co.uk, 6 October 2011 The automobile industry, on life support during the global financial crisis, has recently been catching its breath. In America, many reasons are behind the slow resurgence: improved design and performance, painful restructuring, and new technologies such as hybrid or electric vehicles that push innovation. Continue reading
Solar power could solve Texas’ electricity problems
The fastest way to shore up the Texas electrical grid is with home-generated solar electricity….
The real advantage to solar power is that it can be added to the grid as it is installed — in a matter of weeks or months. Solar power would not require water for cooling and would not harm the environment.
Solar power could fill energy needs, use less water, Standard Times San Angelo, Larry Payne, October 5, 2011 An editorial in the Texas Co-op Magazine says Texas came close to electrical shutdown on two occasions this year. The first was in February when we had an abnormal cold spell. The second was during the record-setting hot spell in August when all air-conditioners were running 24/7. The article goes on to say that the drought has made the problem worse, causing some plants to be hobbled by lack of water to cool their turbines.
Current Texas energy plans call for two new nuclear plants and a coal-fired plant to be built in South Texas near Bay City. These plants cost billions, are bad for the environment and take years to get on line. They also will require massive amounts of cooling water and that would most likely need to come from the Highland Lakes via the Colorado River. Continue reading
Cook Islands must develop renewable energy
The Cook Islands lacks major natural resources and regularly experiences natural disasters. Climate change spurred on by rapidly increasing levels of greenhouse gases is expected to heavily impact the region, with salt intrusion into ground water from rising seas a major concern.
Renewable Energy An Imperative For The Cook Islands, Renewable Energy News, by Energy Matters, 4 Oct 11 The Cook Islands, Japan and Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat have stated renewable energy is no longer an optional energy solution for the Pacific region, but an imperative.
Speaking at a signing ceremony for the Rakahanga $1m PV Project, a project designed to reduce the need for generator fuel, Cook Islands Prime Minister Hon Henry Puna, the Forum Deputy Secretary General and Ambassador of Japan said the region must invest heavily in renewable energy – and that investment must be backed by strong political will. Continue reading
Three new Renewable Energy Laws in California
Wind turbine project boosts employment in Ontario
Siemens Wind Turbine Expansion to Create 600 Jobs in Ontario, Business Facilities, 26 Sept 11, Pattern Energy Group LP and Samsung Renewable Energy have announced the completion of an expanded agreement with Siemens to supply turbines for four wind energy projects totaling 870 megawatts (MW). Up to 600 jobs will be created from CS Wind’s tower and Siemens’ blade factories in Windsor and Tillsonburg, Ontario, respectively. Together, the four projects will provide enough clean energy to power more than 300,000 local homes in Ontario each year.
“By committing to Ontario-made turbines, we are focused on bringing new jobs and revenue to the province, along with clean energy,” said Mike Garland, CEO of Pattern Energy. “The creation of up to 600 new jobs is direct evidence of the successful framework established by the Green Energy Act and Green Energy Investment Agreement. Together, these initiatives have created a vibrant green energy economy in Ontario, developing wind power projects, building factories, and putting thousands of Ontarians to work throughout the province.”…. http://businessfacilities.com/news/siemens-wind-turbine-expansion-to-create-600-jobs-in-ontario/
Indian public willing to pay more for renewable energy
Majority of survey respondents (90 percent) argued government should support renewable energy. A significant share (82 percent) of survey respondents overwhelmingly supports renewable energy projects…..
Indians Ready to Pay More for Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources: Mercom Survey, Technology World, Rajani Baburajan 24 Sept 11 A recent survey conducted by Mercom Capital Group on renewable energy awareness in India finds that only 56 percent of Indian consumers have heard of ‘renewable energy’ or ‘clean energy.’ Further only 27 percent of customers have heard of ‘energy efficiency.’
Millions of jobs in USA’s renewable energy future
“The report underscores the need for appropriate public policy support and funding to maximize the economic benefits that come from our nation’s vast sustainable resources and achieving a clean, 25x’25 renewable energy future,”
Pursuit of 25x’25 renewable energy goal will generate millions of new jobs, Drovers Cattle Network, Ernie Shea, 25x’25 and Burton English, BEAG September 25, 2011 With the United States on a path to achieving the 25x’25 clean energy goal, an estimated 1.4 million new jobs would be created by 2015, 2.9 million jobs by 2020, and 4.7 million by 2025, according to a University of Tennessee study. Released by the 25x’25 Alliance, 25% Renewable Energy for the United States by 2025: An Analysis on Jobs Created By Meeting this Goal shows that the jobs will be created by annual economic growth in the renewable energy sector, reaching $208 billion by 2015, $411 billion in 2020, and $646 billion by 2025. Continue reading
Nuclear energy got huge startup subsidies, renewable energy gets pittance
Early subsidies to nuclear dwarf all others
Energy subsidy showdown: Fossil fuels, nuclear, biofuels vs. renewables, Smart PlanetBy Kirsten Korosec | September 23, 2011 Renewable energy has snagged just a fraction of the federal subsidies that fossil fuels and nuclear received when they were emerging technologies, according to a new report from venture capital firm DBL Investors. Continue reading
India aiming for global leadership in renewable eneergy
India will be global leader in solar energy: Minister of New And Renewable Energy Farooq Abdullah, THE ECONOMIC TIMES, 21 SEP, 2011, CHICAGO: Minister of New And Renewable EnergyFarooq Abdullah today discussed ways to reduce the cost of producing solar power and said the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission aims to establish India as a leader in the field. Continue reading
USA Department of Energy predicts surge in renewable energy
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