Quantum Fuel Tech (QTWW) is one of five companies selected to participate in a one year testing program with the US Postal Service to study the adoption of EV’s. A successful study could pave the way for a mass adoption of EV’s by the USPS in the coming years. Quantum will integrate its Quantum Quiet high efficiency drive system into a Grumman EV, designed specifically for the postal service which will require frequent stops over … Read the rest
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Clean Energy Fuels (CLNE) Snags 10-year Contract With Yellow Cab Chicago
Clean Energy Fuels Inc just announced that they have been awarded a 10-year contract with Taxi Affiliation Services, the company that operates Yellow Cab Chicago. Under the terms of the contract, Clean Energy Fuels will build and operate two CNG fueling stations and supply fuel for Yellow Cab Chicago’s rapidly expanding CNG fleet, which will include an initial deployment of 100 new CNG taxis.
In addition, the stations will be open for public access and … Read the rest
American Superconductor (AMSC) Adds $70 Million China Wind Turbine Parts Order
American Superconductor (AMSC) is announcing this morning another order out of China, this time a $70 million order from Shenyang Blower Works for wind turbine electrical control systems. The order is the largest initial order for the electrical control systems AMSC has ever received.
SBW will use the parts in the 2MW doubly fed induction turbines developed with AMSC. The company plans to begin putting up the turbines next month, but the parts from AMSC … Read the rest
LDK Solar (LDK) Signs Supply Agreement With COU/Oneworld
LDK Solar just announced that they have signed a supply contract with Oneworld Energy’s subsidiary COU Solar. Per the contract, LDK will deliver around 30 MW of solar modules to COU this year.
In a press release, Xiaofeng Peng, Chairman and CEO of LDK Solar, stated that “We are very excited to expand our relationship with COU/Oneworld. This relationship will allow LDK Solar to take advantage of the wealth of solar opportunities that COU/Oneworld … Read the rest
Biofuels Industry Nervously Anticipating EPA’s New Fuel Rules: PEIX, BIOF, GPRE, CZZ, ADM, VRNM
As reported by Agriculture.com’s Don Looker, Margo Oge, director of transportation and air quality at the EPA, did not attend this year’s Iowa Renewable Fuels Association summit because she was busy writing the second draft of the EPA’s new renewable fuel standards. The new standards are expected to be announced very soon, and the continued recovery of the American biofuels industry may hang in the balance.
Per the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, … Read the rest
Energy Conversion Devices (ENER) To Co-Develop Canadian Solar Projects With Enfinity
Energy Conversion Devices just announced that they will work with Enfinity Corporation to develop 10MW of rooftop solar power installations in Ontario, Canada through the province’s new feed-in-tariff program. Enfinity will lead rooftop acquisition, arrange construction debt and arrange take-out equity financing. Energy Conversion Devices will contribute UNI-SOLAR® photovoltaic laminates and new PowerTilt™ products via its subsidiary , United Solar Ovonic.
In a press release, Mark Morelli, ECD’s president and CEO, commented … Read the rest
Trina Solar (TSL) Gets 40MW Deal From ITEC Of Germany
Trina Solar (TSL) along with many of its competitors have been whacked on news that Germany will cut solar subsidies, but there is some good news to report out of Germany for Trina Solar this morning. The company has announced an agreement with ITEC for 40MW in solar modules to be delivered this year – 18MW in the first half. Prices have been agreed on for the first quarter and shipping has already begun.
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A-Power Energy (APWR) Stabilizes On Cement Contract, Delivery Of Wind Turbine News
A-Power Energy (APWR) has been taken out back and bludgeoned into oblivion over the past month, but in my opinion, the stars are aligned for a possible relief rally into the $15 resistance area in the coming weeks. For starters, the stock has now hit a big level of support at the 200 day moving average and has begun to show signs of stabilizing at that level with a decent surge today on good volume. … Read the rest
Suntech (STP) To Open First US Solar Plant In Arizona (Sept 2010)
The time and place for Suntech Power’s (STP) first US solar panel manufacturing plant are now official. The company announced today from the AZ4Solar Symposium that the plant will open up in Goodyear, Arizona around September of this year with an initial capacity of 30MW, but expandable to 120MW to meet growing demand if necessary. The plant will employ more than 70 local residents and showcase the company’s latest and greatest solar manufacturing technology. Arizona … Read the rest
Canadian Solar (CSIQ) Announces Sales Contract From Fire Energy
Canadian Solar just announced a new sales contract with Fire Energy Group. Under the contract, Canadian Solar will provide Fire Energy with 60MW of solar PV modules, with shipments expected to start this month. Fire Energy Group will also promote Canadian Solar’s product line in the following countries: Spain, Germany, Italy, the U.S., the Czech Republic, Morocco and China.
In a press release, Shawn Qu, Chairman and CEO of Canadian Solar, commented on the agreement:… Read the rest