• NASA Loans Space Telescope to Caltech – Space.com

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  NASA Loans Space Telescope to Caltech Space.com NASA is lending the Galaxy Evolution Explorer (Galex) ultraviolet space telescope to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena, which intends to put the 9-year-old spacecraft back into service using private funds. NASA Loans Orbiting Telescope to CaltechSpace News all 11 news articles »

• David Einhorn Short MLM [Live Updates] – ValueWalk

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  David Einhorn Short MLM [Live Updates] ValueWalk By Jacob Wolinsky David Einhorn is the CEO of Greenlight Capital, a value oriented hedge fund with over $10 billion under management. Einhorn is speaking quickly as usually, but we are doing our best job to get all the information down accurately. and more »

• Profiles of those vying for Bilbray’s 52nd Congressional seat – Pomerado Newspaper Group

  Profiles of those vying for Bilbray's 52nd Congressional seat Pomerado Newspaper Group He wants the corporate tax rate reduced to attract business and jobs back to the US Regarding foreign oil dependence, “We need to pursue a meaningful energy independence policy,” he said. “This should include solar, wind and renewable resource …

• Responsible Private Equity Investors Revitalizing US Manufacturing – Huffington Post

  Responsible Private Equity Investors Revitalizing US Manufacturing Huffington Post Equally important, he noted, 3200 jobs were saved and another 1000 will be hired over the next three years. One of the industrial unions that has invested in KPS funds is the International Association of Machinists (IAM), whose $9 billion pension fund …

• Finding a Way out of the Crisis – Growth and Employment in Europe – Social Europe Journal

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  Finding a Way out of the Crisis – Growth and Employment in Europe Social Europe Journal Growth and employment by ecological industrial policies which promote the development of renewable energies, create modern energy networks, increase energy efficiency and support more local generation of energy, such as solar energy in southern Europe. and more »

• Unfinished Business: There’s still much more to be done in Albany – Syracuse.com (blog)

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  Unfinished Business: There's still much more to be done in Albany Syracuse.com (blog) But development of other renewable energy, especially solar power, has lagged in the state. Less than 1 percent of our electricity — about 100 megawatts — comes from the sun. The Solar Industry Development and Jobs Act — an Assembly bill still … and more »

• New Georgia legislation encourages job growth in the state – Duluth Weekly

  New Georgia legislation encourages job growth in the state Duluth Weekly The maximum number of jobs a company can claim for the Mega Project tax credit is raised from 3300 to 4500. HB 868 and HB 1027 are retroactive to Jan. 1, 2012. Significant infusions into Georgia's deal-closing funds boost the state's competitive status … and more »

• National Bank of Arizona, Phoenix team with APS, SRP on $25M solar fund – Phoenix Business Journal

  National Bank of Arizona, Phoenix team with APS, SRP on $25M solar fund Phoenix Business Journal National Bank of Arizona again is partnering with the Phoenix officials on a $25 million fund to get solar installed on residential rooftops within the city. The bank and Phoenix, which introduced a similar program in 2009 that also funded about $25 … and more »

• On renewable-energy priorities, ‘a good step forward’ – BurlingtonFreePress.com

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  On renewable-energy priorities, 'a good step forward' BurlingtonFreePress.com Gabrielle Stebbins, executive director of Renewable Energy Vermont, with the solar panels on the roof of ECHO in Burlington on Wednesday, January 4, 2012. / Free Press file photo Gabrielle Stebbins is executive director of Renewable Energy Vermont … Wolk gives power to residents who want clean energy with SB 843Davis Enterprise all 72 news articles »

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• In new Christie budget, the one-shot returns – Asbury Park Press

  In new Christie budget, the one-shot returns Asbury Park Press The state will use those funds to pay for existing housing programs, none of them foreclosure related. In ways large and small, money is shifted around in Gov. Chris Christieís proposed budget to support things other than what had been promised when … and more »

• US claims ‘unprecedented’ success in test for new fuel source – msnbc.com

  US claims 'unprecedented' success in test for new fuel source msnbc.com "Rather than perpetually seeking new sources of fossil fuel, our federal research dollars should be going into carbon-free energy sources" like solar and wind, added Brendan Cummings, public lands director at the Center for Biological Diversity, … and more »

• Green IFSC targets $200bn in eco funds’ growth – Irish Independent

  Green IFSC targets $200bn in eco funds' growth Irish Independent By Mark Keenan THE Green IFSC — set up to manage eco funds and assets in Ireland — has claimed it can grow the funds managed here in Ireland from $10bn to $200bn within five years and create 5000 jobs in the process. The funds will enable foreign … and more »

• Stimulus money for jobs overseas? – TucsonSentinel.com

  Stimulus money for jobs overseas? TucsonSentinel.com Last August, SunPower announced that it was opening a solar-panel fabrication plant in Mexicali, Mexico. But it's a big leap from that to claiming that $1.2 billion of American taxpayer money is being used to fund jobs in Mexico, as the ad implies. and more »

• The Kickstarter for solar could make you money starting this Summer – GigaOM

  The Kickstarter for solar could make you money starting this Summer GigaOM Essentially for the investor it will be like buying the safe and predictable return of a mutual fund. The way it works is that a building owner will lease the solar equipment and enter into a contract for a fixed, low, electricity rate, commonly over …

• Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund invests in Aegis Wind – vtdigger.org

  Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund invests in Aegis Wind vtdigger.org The Flex Fund's investment will be used to spin off the wind division of what is now Real Goods Inc. (a Colorado based solar installation company) into a new LLC – keeping 5 full time jobs in Vermont and ensuring the company can stay and grow here in …

• Ahead of the Bell: US Unemployment Benefits – KEYC TV

  Ahead of the Bell: US Unemployment Benefits KEYC TV Total US money market mutual fund assets fell by $14.78 billion to $2.567 trillion for the week that ended Wednesday, the Investment Company Institute said Thursday. Total US money market mutual fund assets fell by $14.78 billion to $2.567 trillion for … and more »

• K Road Power Acquires 25-megawatt McHenry Solar Project From SunPower – MarketWatch (press release)

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  K Road Power Acquires 25-megawatt McHenry Solar Project From SunPower MarketWatch (press release) (NASDAQ:SPWR) announced today that K Road has acquired the 25-megawatt (AC) McHenry Solar Project that SunPower designed and is currently constructing in Modesto, Calif. The project is creating up to 144 construction jobs and injecting approximately … 51 Mount Diablo Schools Install Solar PowerGetSolar.com Mount Diablo Unified School District Installs SunPower Solar Systems at 51 …PR Newswire (press release) SunPower Installs Solar Systems in Mount Diablo Unified School DistrictAZoCleantech NewNet all 76 news articles »

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• Reps grilled in the hot seat – San Angelo Standard Times

  Reps grilled in the hot seat San Angelo Standard Times The discussion of how to fund public education statewide dominated the interview that Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith had with State Rep. Drew Darby, a San Angelo Republican representing House District 72, and State Sen. Robert Duncan, a Lubbock … and more »

• JCM Capital Launches $10000000 Solar Development Capital Fund for FIT Projects … – MarketWatch (press release)

  JCM Capital Launches $10000000 Solar Development Capital Fund for FIT Projects … MarketWatch (press release) TORONTO, Apr 24, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — JCM Capital (JCM) announced today that they have launched a $10 million solar development capital fund that will invest in early-stage photovoltaic (PV) projects installed on large commercial and industrial … and more »

• Solar firm creates fund for nonprofits – NJBIZ

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  Solar firm creates fund for nonprofits NJBIZ By Jared Kaltwasser A South Plainfield solar company is stepping up its outreach to nonprofits and municipalities, and offering them a new way to raise funds in the process. 1st Light Energy this week unveiled its new Benevolent Solar Fund program, … Leading Solar Energy Provider 1st Light Energy Creates Benevolent Fund for …MarketWatch (press release) Solar Energy Provider Creates Benevolent FundGetSolar.com all 10 news articles »

• Bill Clinton On Scaling Sustainability – Greentech Media (blog)

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  Bill Clinton On Scaling Sustainability Greentech Media (blog) Earlier this month, Mirebalais Hospital in Haiti starting installing 1800 solar panels. The hospital, run by nonprofit Partners in Health, will have the largest solar array in Haiti and expects the panels to pay for themselves in less than three years. and more »

• SA’s mega-deals for jobs and investment – Moneyweb.co.za

  SA's mega-deals for jobs and investment Moneyweb.co.za The loan follows the launch of a new microfinance agency, the Small Enterprise Finance Agency (SEFA), which will amalgamate the SA Microfinance Apex Fund, Khula Enterprise Finance and the IDC's small-business lending book under the umbrella of the IDC. and more »

• SPI Solar Signs MOU to Develop Solar Energy Facilities in Greece – AZoCleantech

  SPI Solar Signs MOU to Develop Solar Energy Facilities in Greece AZoCleantech By Cameron Chai SPI Solar, a developer of vertically integrated photovoltaic, has declared that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with two fund administration companies, AIMS-Taneo Fund and Thermi-Taneo Venture Capital Fund. and more »

• Small-Scale Solar Succeeds as Big Players Struggle – CNBC.com

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  Small-Scale Solar Succeeds as Big Players Struggle CNBC.com He added 96 employees to his payroll in 2011, while his firm's partner network — the company teams with local solar installers in their targeted markets — also added 1000 net new jobs last year. Of the 61000 new solar PV systems installed last year, … and more »

• New economics of solar boost smaller power projects – The Desert Sun

  New economics of solar boost smaller power projects The Desert Sun Brian Halley, right, and Chris Dickson lift a solar panel into place as they and a crew install more than 1400 solar panels in the rear of Xavier Prepatory High School. / Jay Calderon, The Desert Sun As the Coachella Valley marks another Earth Day … and more »

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• LePage recognizes environmental efforts of businesses with awards – Bangor Daily News

  LePage recognizes environmental efforts of businesses with awards Bangor Daily News Concrete precast company George R. Roberts Co. of Alfred several years ago had the state's largest solar panel array installed on its plant roof, with 638 panels powering its processes. And CLYNK's recycling machines have processed more than 300 …

• Ellen Reckhow – The Independent Weekly

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  Ellen Reckhow The Independent Weekly Describe your past leadership roles, both in career and community. How will these experiences help you serve on the Board of Commissioners? Please be specific about how these roles correspond to a commissioner's responsibilities. and more »

• The Five Worst ETF Investments Ever – IndexUniverse.com

  The Five Worst ETF Investments Ever IndexUniverse.com The Market Vectors Solar Energy (NYSEArca: KWT) tracks the Ardour Solar Energy Index. In the five years that it's been open, the fund has lost 90.42 percent, an annualized return of -45.48 percent per year. What's driven those returns? and more »

• Solar Power Coming To Arizona State Lands – EarthTechling

  Solar Power Coming To Arizona State Lands EarthTechling Toward that end, nearly 400 acres in Yuma County will soon be home to the 35-megawatt (MW) APS Foothills Solar Plant. The utility will pitch in $10 million for the 35-year lease on the location, which will go primarily to help fund Arizona public … AMEC PLC : AMEC awarded EPC contract for 35 MW solar project in Arizona4-traders all 36 news articles »

• SDL Solar Partners With SPI Solar to Provide Equity Financing for the … – MarketWatch (press release)

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  SDL Solar Partners With SPI Solar to Provide Equity Financing for the … MarketWatch (press release) SDL worked through its strategic alliance with SPI Solar ("SPI") towards the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with Thermi-TANEO Venture Capital Fund ("Thermi") and AIMS-TANEO Fund ("AIMS") for the purpose of constructing and financing … SPI Solar Signs MOU With the Taneo Fund to Build 23 Megawatts Across GreeceGreen Building Elements SPI Solar Contracts with Thermi-Taneo Venture Capital Fund to Build 7.4 …SunHerald.com SOLAR POWER INC : SPI Solar Signs MOU With the Taneo Fund to Build 23 …4-traders pv magazine all 22 news articles »

• Advocates Worry Vt.’s Renewable Energy Fund Is Nearly Depleted – Vermont Public Radio

  Advocates Worry Vt.'s Renewable Energy Fund Is Nearly Depleted Vermont Public Radio The Vermont Clean Energy Development Fund has provided grants, loans, and tax credits for renewable energy projects and customers. Renewable energy developers say the fund has jump-started their industry. Sunward Solar in Vergennes makes solar hot … and more »

• John DiStaso’s Granite Status: Candidates, parties gearing campaigns with fund … – The Union Leader

  John DiStaso's Granite Status: Candidates, parties gearing campaigns with fund … The Union Leader Bass's PAC contributors included the AT&T, the Edison Electric Institute, Northeast Utilities, the National Restaurant Association, Lockheed Martin employees, the American Gas Association, Verizon, the Solar Energy Industries PAC and Boeing. and more »

• Sixer: 6 ETFs Yielding 6% Or More (SDIV, AUD, EMFN) – MarketWatch

  Sixer: 6 ETFs Yielding 6% Or More (SDIV, AUD, EMFN) MarketWatch The fund's 100 holdings range in weight from 0.78% to 1.24%, indicating an almost equal-weight approach. According to Global X data, SDIV has a distribution yield of 12.25% and a 30-day SEC yield 7.34%, probably virtue of large sector weights to REITs … and more »

• Obama’s ‘green jobs’ have been slow to sprout despite the hype – The Citizen Daily

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  Obama's 'green jobs' have been slow to sprout despite the hype The Citizen Daily Its 1 million solar panels provide enough energy to power 17000 homes. Three years after Obama launched a push to build a job-creating "green" economy, the White House can say that more than 1 million drafty homes have been retrofitted to lower heating … State not pushing clean energy marketsOregon Business (blog) all 74 news articles »

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• India, US joint $125 mn fund for research in clean energy – Economic Times

  India, US joint $125 mn fund for research in clean energy Economic Times WASHINGTON: India and the United States have announced a joint $ 125 million fund to carry out combined research in the field of clean energy. As such three institutions each from India and the US have been selected for the US-India Joint Clean Energy … and more »

• Green Mountain Energy Company Helps Houston ISD Go Green and Save Green with a … – Houston Chronicle

  Green Mountain Energy Company Helps Houston ISD Go Green and Save Green with a … Houston Chronicle To commemorate Earth Month, Green Mountain Energy Company donated $50000 to the Houston Independent School District to build a solar array at Wilson Montessori School (2100 Yupon). The check was presented on April 12 at the district's board meeting. and more »

• Malloy: Small business must lead the way in job creation – ShorelinePlus.com

  Malloy: Small business must lead the way in job creation ShorelinePlus.com In total, EXP will provide $100 million to help the state's small businesses hire more employees and fund capital investments. The program, administered by the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), offers loans and matching grants to … Five CT Companies Receive Funding from State's New Small Business Express ProgramHartford Courant Stratford company receives state small business grantStratford Star all 20 news articles »

• Can States Afford to Fund Green Jobs Instead of Schools? – ThomasNet Industrial News Room

  Can States Afford to Fund Green Jobs Instead of Schools? ThomasNet Industrial News Room Examples given in the report include Evergreen Solar, which got $58 million in public subsidies and ended up laying off 800 workers, and of course, the Obama Administration's pet project, Solyndra, which cost $527 million in federal taxpayer funds.

• Green Jobs Creation Slower Than Expected – Huffington Post

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  Green Jobs Creation Slower Than Expected Huffington Post Its 1 million solar panels provide enough energy to power 17000 homes. Three years after Obama launched a push to build a job-creating "green" economy, the White House can say that more than 1 million drafty homes have been retrofitted to lower heating … Analysis: Obama's "green jobs" have been slow to sproutReuters Australia's largest solar photovoltaic project begins panel installationPennEnergy- Energy News (press release) all 319 news articles »

• Wonkbook: Bad news on jobs, good news on states – Washington Post (blog)

  Wonkbook: Bad news on jobs, good news on states Washington Post (blog) Still to come: The trade deficit shrinks; states try to limit co-pays for some drugs; telecoms try to escape from a big requirement; troubles for solar; and a ticklish clouded leopard cub. Economy The administration's fund to help hard hit homeowners …

• Analysis: Obama’s "green jobs" have been slow to sprout – Chicago Tribune

  Analysis: Obama's "green jobs" have been slow to sprout Chicago Tribune Stretching row upon row into the desert, the Copper Mountain Solar Project not far from Las Vegas provided an impressive backdrop for the president. Related Analysis: Obama's "green jobs" have been slow to sprout Built on public land, the facility is …

• Tennessee’s Largest Solar Farm Is Officially Open – The Chattanoogan

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  Tennessee's Largest Solar Farm Is Officially Open The Chattanoogan Recent reports by Bloomberg New Energy Finance show solar represents a $137 billion global market that grew by more than a third last year alone. More than 100000 job hours were worked during design, build, installation and connection of the West … News briefs from around Tennessee at 3:58 pm EDTWashington Examiner Verve sheds light on 'clean, green' solar farmABC Online Officials herald opening of solar farmJackson Sun Utility Products all 58 news articles »

• Farmers Foil Utilities Using Cell Phones to Access Solar – Bloomberg

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  Farmers Foil Utilities Using Cell Phones to Access Solar Bloomberg In October, Bangalore-based Simpa Networks Inc. installed a solar panel on Anand's whitewashed adobe house along with a small metal box in his living room to monitor electricity usage. The 25-year-old rice farmer, who goes by one name, purchases energy … and more »

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• ETFs For Momentum Stocks (FBT, PNQI, HDGE) – MarketWatch

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  ETFs For Momentum Stocks (FBT, PNQI, HDGE) MarketWatch PowerShares NASDAQ Internet Portfolio (NASDAQ:PNQI) The PowerShares NASDAQ Internet has been previously highlighted as the ETF with perhaps the largest allocation to Priceline at 9.4%, but the fund features an array of other high momentum names. Which 5 ETF Momentum Stocks to Buy NowMinyanville.com all 117 news articles »

• US Announces Small Business Solar Technology Funding – Solar Novus Today

  US Announces Small Business Solar Technology Funding Solar Novus Today The US Energy Department has announced up to $9 million available this year to fund approximately 50 small businesses to advance innovative energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies, including solar energy. DOE will present a live webinar … and more »

• The Future of Mesquite Lies in…Lincoln County-Part II – Mesquite Citizen Journal

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  The Future of Mesquite Lies in…Lincoln County-Part II Mesquite Citizen Journal 13, 2011, Mark Teepen, Development Consultant for BLT Lincoln County Land, LLC gave a presentation to the Mesquite City Council about the planned solar energy project on Flat Top Mesa. The land for the project is privately owned by BLT Lincoln County …

• President Obama invests in cow manure as next green energy business – Examiner.com

  President Obama invests in cow manure as next green energy business Examiner.com With several billion dollars of taxpayer money already lost through the bankruptcies of solar energy companies around the nation, President Obama and his administration on April 9th are now seeking to fund a new green energy source by providing $5 … and more »

• We have pruned 10-15 jobs in the last few weeks, says Viom Network’s Sunil Kanoria – Hindu Business Line

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  We have pruned 10-15 jobs in the last few weeks, says Viom Network's Sunil Kanoria Hindu Business Line Quippo Telecom, along with its partners — IDFC, GIC Singapore, SBI Macquarie, Oman Investment Fund and others, owns 46 per cent of Viom Networks along with management control. It has 40000 towers and a tenancy ratio of 2.4. and more »

• Here Comes the Sun….Not – Sustainable Business Forum

  Here Comes the Sun….Not Sustainable Business Forum If the country that birthed the Green Party cannot sustain its support for solar, what does that tell the rest of us? It should tell us that it's time (actually way past time) to get serious about energy and climate policy. This week, as I followed the … and more »

• Finding bright spots – Crain’s Detroit Business

  Finding bright spots Crain’s Detroit Business Company officials, who in 2009 selected Saginaw over Texas, had planned to bring 500 jobs and a $177 million plant to the city. Despite these departures, area economic development officials — and officials at solar companies such as Hemlock …

• $72 mil to boost Mesa’s growth – Arizona Republic

  $72 mil to boost Mesa's growth Arizona Republic That can be a tough combination when public-private partnerships that are increasingly vital for high-end job growth need funding. But Mesa is now celebrating a $72 million addition to its bottom line over the next five years that came from a timely … and more »

• Solar supply shines past demand in Pennsylvania – York Daily Record

  Solar supply shines past demand in Pennsylvania York Daily Record The financial support came from sources at the state and federal level, including the Pennsylvania Sunshine Solar Program. First available in 2009, the rebate fund was popular. In one year the $80 million payback source was gone, said Mike Barnes, … and more »

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• Subsidized and Expensive Solar Energy Bites the Dust Again – Canada Free Press

  Subsidized and Expensive Solar Energy Bites the Dust Again Canada Free Press In Bitterfeld-Wolfen, 2200 workers have lost their jobs. Q-Cell's share price was 9 cents. Q-Cell blamed competition from China, management issues, and solar energy subsidies. When the government subsidies dried up, Q-Cell was not able to compete in a … and more »

• Job Market Remains Stagnant – WOWT

  Job Market Remains Stagnant WOWT Remember, wind and solar are ancient forms of energy which was replaced by more effective, reliable and efficient forms. More and more investors are discovering these do not live up to their hype. The next hope for 'Energy' will come from the Large … and more »

• New York City’s Mayor Is A Geek At Heart – NPR

  New York City's Mayor Is A Geek At Heart NPR His job has been described as the second-toughest in America, after the presidency, I guess. MAYOR MICHAEL BLOOMBERG: Let me interrupt. This is a true story. John Lindsay said he had the second-toughest job in the world, and this is true. and more »

• Wonkbook: Previewing the jobs report – Washington Post (blog)

  Wonkbook: Previewing the jobs report Washington Post (blog) The underlying problem remains that the Highway Trust Fund, the place where gas tax revenues are deposited, does not have enough money in it to adequately fund the country's transportation needs. Raising the gas tax — which has remained static since … and more »

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• Sun spots: Symbolic U.S.-China solar standoff – MarketWatch

  Sun spots: Symbolic U.S.-China solar standoff MarketWatch Yet the unsightly black photovoltaic (PV) panels are now a symbol of innovation, holding the promise of green jobs and leadership in the clean-tech economy. Little wonder that the administration of US President Barack Obama finds itself balancing the … and more »

• Major New Clean Energy Projects Lauded by Business, Labor, Environmental … – Huffington Post (blog)

  Major New Clean Energy Projects Lauded by Business, Labor, Environmental … Huffington Post (blog) Together, these two projects will power hundreds of thousands of homes with clean, affordable solar energy. They will create thousands of good-paying jobs and billions in local economic benefits. They also garnered support from a diverse and unexpected … and more »

• Italy Green Energy Incentives To Be Scaled Back – Huffington Post

  Italy Green Energy Incentives To Be Scaled Back Huffington Post Solar incentives alone are expected to hit the 6 billion euro mark this year, four years earlier than expected. Rome says the average Italian family would have to pay 120 euros in 2012 to support renewable power, up from 30 euros in 2009. and more »

• OneRoof Wins More VC for its Third-Party Solar Financing – Greentech Media (blog)

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  OneRoof Wins More VC for its Third-Party Solar Financing Greentech Media (blog) Today the company added $3 million to that total from venture investor Black Coral Capital to expand into new markets like Hawaii and Arizona with its "no-upfront-payment" solar lease. OneRoof Energy looks to close its second fund later in 2012. OneRoof Energy Secures $3M from Black Coral CapitalPrivate Equity Hub (press release) all 9 news articles »

• National Solar Power Reaches Key Milestone in Florida Solar Farm Projects – MarketWatch (press release)

  National Solar Power Reaches Key Milestone in Florida Solar Farm Projects MarketWatch (press release) MELBOURNE, Fla., Apr 05, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — National Solar Power Partners has reached a major milestone in its plans to build solar energy facilities totaling 700 megawatts (MW) in Florida by completing an agreement to acquire several million … and more »

• The Solar Feed-In Tariff Goes Hollywood – Greentech Media (blog)

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  The Solar Feed-In Tariff Goes Hollywood Greentech Media (blog) Villaraigosa kicked off mainstream debate about an FIT program in LA with his 2008 proposal to fund 150 megawatts of solar. Polls showed strong public approval for it and studies by the Los Angeles Business Council (LABC) showed it would create jobs … and more »

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• The other side of Tonopah Solar Project – Lake County News Sun

  The other side of Tonopah Solar Project Lake County News Sun Dear Mr. Berko: We have $400000 in a conservative stock trust fund yielding 3 percent or $12000 in dividends. And until next month, we are earning $20000 annually from a 5 percent, $400000 CD (also in our trust) for a total income of $32000, …

• Mar/Apr preview: India’s solar sunrise – Renewable Energy Focus

  Mar/Apr preview: India's solar sunrise Renewable Energy Focus Solar Energy has the potential to re-energise India's economy by creating millions of new jobs, achieve energy independence, reduce the trade deficit and propel India forward as a 'green nation'. In short, solar offers too many benefits for India to … and more »

• As Governor, Romney Went Green – BuzzFeed

  As Governor, Romney Went Green BuzzFeed In his first month in office as Governor, Romney tied job growth to fostering a cleaner environment announcing a plan to redirect the focus of the state's Renewable Energy Trust Fund to support the creation of alternative energy sources.

• OneRoof Energy Secures $3 Million in Additional Funding from Black Coral Capital – MarketWatch (press release)

  OneRoof Energy Secures $3 Million in Additional Funding from Black Coral Capital MarketWatch (press release) Customers make a monthly lease payment for the system, which when combined with their new, lower electric bill, is lower than their existing bill without solar. OneRoof Energy intends to close its second fund later in 2012. “We are pleased with Black … and more »

• Oil war, Part 4: Obama campaign takes a turn attacking Romney and ‘Big Oil’ – Washington Post (blog)

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  Oil war, Part 4: Obama campaign takes a turn attacking Romney and 'Big Oil' Washington Post (blog) Here is an excerpt from his economic plan: “To begin with, wind and solar power, two of the most ballyhooed forms of alternative fuel, remain sharply uncompetitive on their own with conventional resources such as oil and natural gas in most … Increasing Taxes on the Rich Does Not Create Jobs for the PoorOregon Catalyst all 288 news articles »

• Big Society fund launches with £600m to invest – BBC News

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  Big Society fund launches with £600m to invest BBC News The fund will back social enterprises that prove they can repay an investment through the income they generate. "This is about supplying capital to help society expand," said Prime Minister David Cameron. "Just as finance from the City has been … and more »

• APS, Arizona State Land Department agree on solar project – Phoenix Business Journal

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  APS, Arizona State Land Department agree on solar project Phoenix Business Journal “Through our growing investment in solar energy, we are helping the environment, creating jobs and protecting our customers against potentially volatile fuel prices,” APS Chairman and CEO Don Brandt said in a prepared statement. State Land Department, APS Partner on First-Ever Solar Facility to Be Built on …MarketWatch (press release) all 21 news articles »

• The Power of Collaboration: International Fund for Africa Brings Hope to Rural … – San Francisco Chronicle (press release)

  The Power of Collaboration: International Fund for Africa Brings Hope to Rural … San Francisco Chronicle (press release) Latest medical mission by the International Fund for Africa (www.ifundafrica.org) changes lives of over 4000 rural people in Ethiopia. Houston, Texas (PRWEB) April 03, 2012 The latest medical mission by the International Fund for Africa … and more »

• Greece Eyes Jobs, Growth Impulse From Solar Energy Export – BusinessWeek

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  Greece Eyes Jobs, Growth Impulse From Solar Energy Export BusinessWeek By Paul Tugwell and Ewa Krukowska on April 03, 2012 Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos vowed to accelerate a 20-billion euro ($27 billion) solar-power project that would help the European Union's most-indebted nation spur growth and export clean … Papademos Says Renewable Energy Investment a Priority for GreeceBloomberg all 17 news articles »

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• Solar Panels Unveiled At Westborough Middle School – Patch.com

  Solar Panels Unveiled At Westborough Middle School Patch.com The solar panel system, which is expected to generate 1.68 megawatts of electricity for the school district, is the largest of its kind in San Mateo County. In order to fund construction, the district tapped into revenue from the $162 million Measure J … and more »

• Lion’s share for coal plants before the carbon tax bites – Sydney Morning Herald

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  Lion's share for coal plants before the carbon tax bites Sydney Morning Herald Victoria's dirtiest coal-fired power plants have snared the lion's share of $1 billion in energy industry carbon tax compensation – a concession that will protect jobs but slow the shift to renewable energy. Yesterday's announcement came as outgoing … and more »

• Halter USX China Index Up 10.23% for First Quarter 2012 – MarketWatch (press release)

  Halter USX China Index Up 10.23% for First Quarter 2012 MarketWatch (press release) Investors can gain exposure to the Index by investing in an exchange-traded fund (ETF), the PowerShares Golden Dragon Halter USX China Portfolio (nyse arca:PGJ). For more information please visit www.usxchinaindex.com . The following 161 public … and more »

• AgEC applauds senators on bill to fund Farm Bill energy title – Ethanol Producer Magazine

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  AgEC applauds senators on bill to fund Farm Bill energy title Ethanol Producer Magazine “These funds have leveraged billions of dollars in additional capital and created quality jobs.” “Imagine a future in farm country that provides advanced biofuels for cars and trucks, even planes, wind, solar and geothermal power for our homes and … Ag Energy Coalition Applauds Senator Tom Harkin and Co-Sponsors for …Business Wire (press release) all 15 news articles »

• Huge CPV Solar Power Project to Bring Low-Cost Electricity, Green Jobs … – CleanTechnica

  Huge CPV Solar Power Project to Bring Low-Cost Electricity, Green Jobs … CleanTechnica San Jose concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) technology and systems developer SolFocus yesterday announced that it's joining with Mexico property developer Grupo Musa and Georgia's Synergy Technologies LLC to bring Mexico's landmark solar power plant in … and more »

• IT center to bring 460 jobs to Tempe – KPNX-12

  IT center to bring 460 jobs to Tempe KPNX-12 29, 2012 09:29 PM Maricopa County and the state are investing $4 million in a bid to bring more than 400 new high-wage jobs to the Valley. The county Board of Supervisors on Wednesday approved a $1 million grant to Silicon Valley Bank, a commercial … and more »

• East St. Louis solar-panel project approved by Illinois Senate – STLtoday.com

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