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U.S. Wind Power Hits Record in 2012, Grows 28%

February 5, 2013

Although a record amount of wind power was built in the U.S. last year, the market has come to a screeching halt this year.

New EPA Rules Try to Fix Fraud in U.S. Biofuel Program

February 5, 2013

The EPA has proposed new rules that it hopes will increase the use of renewable fuels by 9% this year and at the same time curb fraud.

The Sharing Economy: Investors See Opportunity, Risks

January 30, 2013

As major investors like Google and Sequoia move into collaborative consumption, longtime insiders share their secrets to success.

Cleantech CEO: Top Areas for Investment in 2013

January 30, 2013

Ed Sappin, CEO of The Willowbrook Company, reveals where to look for new funding and which sectors hold the greatest promise in 2013.

Court Tosses Out EPA’s Cellulosic Biofuel Regulation

January 30, 2013

A federal appeals court has rejected an EPA rule that required refiners to generate or buy advanced biofuels in light of insufficient supply, representing a win for the petroleum industry.

Chinese Entrepreneurs Capitalize on Waste Heat Technologies

January 30, 2013

Entrepreneurs in China, the world’s largest energy user, are looking beyond traditional clean energy sources like wind turbines and solar panels to niche technologies.

Chinese Firm Won A123 Systems Despite Protest

January 30, 2013

Chinese auto parts maker Wanxiang has received approval to buy A123 Systems from the Committee on Foreign Investment and expects the deal to close on Friday.

Germany to Freeze Subsidies

January 30, 2013

To offset the cost of Germany's shift to renewable energy, the government reported plans to cap rising household electricity prices and to compel industry to foot a larger part of the transition’s bill.

What Greenpeace’s New Strategy Means for Investors

January 24, 2013

Greenpeace's Executive Director discusses their new strategy to turn companies into green advocates.

Obama May Address Climate Change Through Existing Regs

January 24, 2013

The president may use existing rules and his executive power to cut carbon emissions.

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