Earth2Tech Week in Review
5 Energy Storage Players That Won Smart Grid Stimulus Funds: These energy storage firms were thrust into the spotlight this week when Secretary of Energy Steven Chu announced the latest round of grants under the $4 billion stimulus program for smart grid projects.
Tesla IPO: A Test for VC Model in the Auto Biz: If and when Tesla goes through with its long-discussed goal of going public, will also offer a glimpse at the role IPOs will play in the nascent green car market.
Report: Cost of Solar to Drop By Half By End of 2009: By the end of this year, “capital markets will loosen up” and solar equipment costs will continue to decline, delivering a 50 percent drop in overall solar costs compared to the end of 2008, according to a new forecast from New Energy Finance.
First Solar Keeps on Selling Off Solar Projects: In the latest indication of its strategy to develop and sell off projects, First Solar announced this week that it has sold its high-profile, 21MW solar energy project in Blythe, Calif., to NRG Energy, a merchant power producer.
10 Things to be Thankful For in Greentech: Start easing your mind back into the world of renewable energy, climate change and green technologies with these ten things in greentech to be thankful for this year.
