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New Policies Aid U.S. in Cleantech Race

November 19, 2009

Analysis of:New clean energy policies target U.S- China trade balance | www.examiner.com

As noted in this core article, the new U.S.-China partnership coupled with the Solar Manufacturing Jobs Creation Act will enhance America’s competitiveness in the cleantech race- not to become simply be a consumer of renewables to meet greenhouse gas emissions standards, but a producer as well.

LED Lighting Industry Leaders Shine at 2009 Greenbuild Expo

November 16, 2009

Analysis of:Greenbuild 2009 showcases LED lighting innovations | www.examiner.com

The 2009 Greenbuild Conference and Expo was a major event for showcasing innovations in solid state lighting; as a result, three of the top LED industry leading chipmakers including Nichia, Cree and Philips exhibited at the trade show. Since there are only a few major high-brightness LED chipmakers in the industry, more overall product ingenuity, design, commercial application innovation is necessary for differentiation among fixture companies

Solar Industry Conferences Offer Sales Growth Opportunity

November 11, 2009

Analysis of:Greenbuild 2009 arrives in Phoenix with Al Gore & solar potential | www.examiner.com

As highlighted in this recent article, Greenbuild 2009 is offering a full slate of forums, lectures, and product demonstrations for businesses and professionals, which is a perfect sales opportunity in preparation for green energy market growth, as stimulus programs and the prospectus of emerging clean energy legislation lift the industry.

Green Jet Fuel Critical for U.S. Military & Energy Independence

November 6, 2009

Analysis of:Military Biofuels Key to Rid U.S. Foreign Oil Dependence | www.examiner.com

As stated in this original article, oil consumption for aircraft, ships, ground vehicles and facilities makes the U.S. Department of Defense, and namely the U.S. military, the single largest oil consumer in the world. Military biofuels are critical for lessening the country's dependence on foreign oil, and research has been underway at leading companies and universities over the last several years to solve this problem.

Semiconductor & Solar Manufacturing Trends

October 30, 2009

Analysis of:Arizona Loses More Manufacturing & Clean Energy Opportunity | www.examiner.com

As noted in this core article, many companies such as Microsemi, who decided to close semiconductor plants, were not insightful enough to capitalize on green stimulus funding in the development of new product lines to support the emerging green revolution of energy-efficient and cleaner energy components and devices including: lighting-emitting diodes, advanced batteries, smart grid elements, low-power circuitry for ENERGY STAR appliances.

Road to a Clean Energy Economy Runs through Smart Grid

October 28, 2009

Analysis of:Smart grid superhighway funding for cap-and-trade transition | www.examiner.com

As noted in this original core article, the $3.4 billion in smart grid stimulus funding will enhance energy-saving options for consumers, increase efficiency, and enable the growth of renewable energy sources, while opening the door for the U.S. to meet a possible renewable energy portfolio standard, which may require as much as 20 percent of energy consumption to be derived from renewable sources by 2020.

Emerging Trend of Solar Military Installations

October 23, 2009

Analysis of:Being Army-Strong for Solar: largest DOD plant in U.S. | www.examiner.com

As noted in this original source article, the Fort Irwin U.S. Army installation will be housing the largest military solar energy plant in the country, and ACCIONA Solar Power and Clark Energy Group`s joint partnership for the project will likely develop more than the initial 500 megawatts of solar power, since expansion plans allow for up to 1 gigawatt to be generated in later years.

Recovery Through Retrofit Program Lifts Green Building Industry

October 21, 2009

Analysis of:Recovery Through Retrofit Program Offers Numerous Homeowner Benefits | www.examiner.com

As noted in this core article, one of the main goals of the Recovery Through Retrofit program is to simplify and incentive the process for Americans to implement green building retrofits for major energy cost-savings, while reducing carbon emissions for environmental benefits.

US & California Developing Comprehensive Solar Initiatives

October 16, 2009

Analysis of:Arizona Rep. Giffords authors U.S. Solar Roadmap bill as CA plows ahead | www.examiner.com

As stated in this source article, U.S. House Representative Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) has introduced the Solar Technology Roadmap Act, which would allocate $2.25 billion for solar research over the next five years, while California enacts legislation for remaining the leading U.S. state in renewable energy.

Benefit Analysis of Florida Power & Light Lifting State to #2 in Solar

October 14, 2009

Analysis of:Green scene for sunny Arizona & Florida: imminent solar horizon | www.examiner.com

As stated in this original source article, even without any state renewable portfolio standard (RPS), Florida Power and Light is capitalizing on the state’s solar-friendly climate and preparing for potential federal requirements that would bind them to offering a significantly higher percentage of clean energy, and the state is reaping the benefits.

Energy Reform Offers Facelift to U.S. Manufacturing Sector: who will gain?

October 9, 2009

Analysis of:Clean Energy Debate Heads to White House with Corporate Executives | www.examiner.com

As noted in this original source article, the investor coalition Ceres and the Clean Economy Network organized a clean energy debate forum this week at the White House including corporate executives from more than 100 companies, representing a wide variety of industries including renewable energy, information technology and athletic apparel.

New Climate Change Bill Lacks Critical RPS for Renewables

October 7, 2009

Analysis of:Senator Kerry introduces Clean Energy Jobs & American Power Act: where is the RPS? | www.examiner.com

As stated in this source article, the various renewable energy industries such as solar are in desperate need of investor confidence and a guaranteed future market size to work towards, amidst a glut of oversupply at this time. A well-defined national RPS in the new climate change bill would lead to increased R&D into more cost-effective and efficient technologies and the formation of a complete domestic supply chain for renewables to support predictable future growth.

Energy-Efficient Products for Green Building Initiatives

October 2, 2009

Analysis of:Innovative solar-powered LED lighting provides green revolutionary benefits | www.examiner.com

As noted in this source article, the energy-efficient solar-powered products discussed in this article would be options to consider for small businesses, large companies, and government offices applying for various applicable green Recovery Act grant programs

Energy Efficiency for Efficient U.S. Economic Recovery

September 30, 2009

Analysis of:Re-building U.S. Economy with Green-Building | www.examiner.com

As stated in this source article, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Steven Chu announced last week that more than $106 million in stimulus funding is being awarded to nine states for energy efficiency and conservation activities. The advantage of energy efficiency measures is that they are stimulative in rebuilding the U.S economy, as desired, since many pre-existing technologies and products may be administered to generate cost-savings, while leading to immediate job creation in the process.

Clean Energy Solutions via Hybrid Plants & Carbon Capture and Storage

September 25, 2009

Analysis of:Clean Energy Solutions via Hybrid Plants & CCS | www.examiner.com

As noted in this source article, the global energy dilemma, including the issue of global warming, is a complex issue and will require a complex solution that involves numerous technologies including innovative combinations of traditional sources with cleaner energy alternatives. If there are hybrid cars, why not hybrid plants as well?

Disruptive Low-Cost Solar Power Solutions

September 23, 2009

Analysis of:Prism Solar Offers Low-Cost Solution for Green Revolution | www.examiner.com

As noted in this source article, Prism Solar, which is headquartered in Highland, N.Y., has been able to replace a large percentage of the crystalline silicon with its patented Holographic Planar Concentrator film, as a disruptive, low-cost solution for the green revolution, while retaining or surpassing the initial cell efficiency.

Market Analysis of Top 10 U.S. Utilities in Solar Energy: SEPA Study Revealed

September 18, 2009

Analysis of:Top 10 ranking of U.S. utilities for solar power | www.examiner.com

As noted in this source article, the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) recently released its market analysis entitled “2008 Top Ten Utility Solar Integration Rankings” in a report highlighting the utilities in the U.S. with significant solar power portfolios and noting the increased collaboration of the U.S. electric utility and solar energy industries.

Emerging Markets for Concentrated Photovoltaics (CPV)

September 15, 2009

Analysis of:Maximizing solar power potential with CSP | www.examiner.com

As noted in this source article, in the last several years, the number of companies developing concentrated photovoltaic systems has increased to over 30. Simultaneously, advancements in companies developing high-efficiency multi-junction cells, which may be used in conjunction with CPV, are another boost to the field.

Green Stimulus Lifts Small Businesses to Win Cleantech Race

September 2, 2009

Analysis of:Clean energy race includes stimulus funding for small businesses | www.examiner.com

As noted in this source article, even with over $61.3 billion of green energy stimulus funding, the U.S. will be aggressively challenged by China in the clean energy race. The U.S. has ranked well behind China over the last five years in terms of solar cell production, and it will take at least five years from now to judge the impact of the 2009 cleantech stimulus, catered to not only large corporations but small businesses as well.

Convergence of Auto Industry with Cleantech Sector for Green Jobs

August 31, 2009

Analysis of:What do former auto & solar plants have in common: green jobs | www.examiner.com

In reference to this template article, as the American auto industry undergoes continued transformation, the green revolution offers an opportunity in the building of fuel efficient hybrid electric vehicles where former plants cannot be converted to clean energy manufacturing, namely solar plants of various sorts.

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