Bloomberg New Energy Finance: Q1 Clean Tech Investment Up, Sign of Possible Rebound
BNEF’s Michael Liebreich outlines the key drivers of clean energy global growth.
Biofuels/Biochemicals
U.S. DOE Revives $4B Loan Program for Clean Tech
The Department of Energy is offering nearly $4 billion in loan guarantees to foster the commercialization of some U.S.-based renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.
Biochemical Manufacturer Raises $1M in Series A, Latest in Slew of Investments in the Space
P2 Science, a startup that converts biomass into flavors, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals received funding from Elm Street Ventures and Connecticut Innovations.
Energy Experts Weigh-in On Future of Climate Policy
An all-star panel of experts from the DOE, Alstom Grid, AEE, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Environmental Defense Fund offered their assessment of the promise and challenges facing clean...
Butanol Coming to US at a Gas Station Near You
The fuel, promoted by billionaire Richard Branson, is trying to unseat ethanol’s dominance in the renewable fuels market.
Growing Optimism in Food and Ag, Waste Management
Cleantech VC deal volume remains consistent, corporate participation shows resiliency, while niche sub-sectors, cleanweb, and energy efficiency experience growth in 2013.
At Cleantech Pitch Events, Solutions to Real World Problems Sought
In a series of pitch events held in NY, Boston and SF, panels of VCs critique startups ranging from big data and software to thermal energy storage and combustion engines, highlighting...
San Diego Start-up Plants Seeds For New Biofuel Alternative
Seeds from the inedible jatropha bush produce oil that can be refined into low-carbon jet or diesel fuel.
Surprising Takeaways from the 2013 Cleantech Open Global Forum
Water, agriculture, and a stronger business savvy were prevalent themes among this year's startups. VC Ira Ehrenpreis tells cleantech investors not to "jump ship."
WSJ’s “Future of Energy” in brief
The future of biofuels; DOE commissions batteries that last 5X longer; keys reasons to get excited by rooftop solar; hydropower to expand by two-thirds.