News

For Cleantech VC’s, Peril and Opportunity Ahead

January 16, 2013

After last year’s fall, Pike Research said that it projects steady growth in 2013 and broke down the key opportunities in cleantech during its webinar yesterday.

Private Equity Yanks the Clean Energy Reins

January 16, 2013

Burned and scared by big deals gone sour, VC’s and PE will approach gingerly in 2013.

California Solar Moves Closer To “Grid Parity”

January 16, 2013

Sunshine state regulators have reported that more than 1 gigawatt -- or 1,000 megawatts -- of solar power has been installed through the California Solar Initiative.

Wind Farm Development Up in the Air in 2013

January 16, 2013

Because the long-term future of wind subsidies remains in question, industry experts say 2013 projects are unlikely to match the record number of megawatts installed in 2012.

DOE Invests $120M in Rare Earths Hub

January 16, 2013

The Critical Materials Institute will focus on supplying rare earth materials for new wind turbines, solar cells, EVs and energy-efficient lighting, and eliminating potential global...

Mosaic Opens Crowdfunding Platform

January 10, 2013

On its first day, more than 300 people invested nearly a quarter of a million dollars in solar projects on Mosaic’s platform.

New York to spend $1.4 Billion on Renewables

January 10, 2013

Governor Andrew Cuomo wants investors to help create a “Green Bank.”

Who Will Become Cleantech Winners in 2013?

January 4, 2013

Cleantech Group CEO lays out the big trends hitting investors’ wallets right now and which sectors will drive investment activity over the next 12-months.

Quick! I Need a Buddy!

January 4, 2013

Investors committed to cleantech find few willing partners.

U.S. Cleantech Companies Look to China for Growth

January 4, 2013

China, with its strong support of clean energy, provides fertile grounds for U.S. cleantech companies looking for overseas partners and access to capital.