CPV systems are poised for significant growth thanks to the confluence of several factors: Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) requiring up to 33% renewables by 2020 in key US states, higher efficiency CPV systems, and lower CPV system costs. In the last year alone, over 300 MW of CPV projects have signed contracts with utilities and are now awaiting regulatory approvals and financing.
Thanks to these large projects, CPV technology companies may be approaching the critical mass needed to cost-effectively manufacture their systems and compete head-to-head with non-concentrating PV.
Date: Tuesday, September 27, …

smart fortwo will qualify for the highest voucher level of $4,500 upon the trade in of an eligible vehicle. When this voucher amount is applied to the purchase of a new smart fortwo, smart USA will be offering payments as low as $99 per month for qualified customers.

Wind energy is a clean, renewable and cost competitive practical solution to help eliminate our dependence on foreign and domestic oil. And, today Clipper Windpower and BP Wind Energy announced a joint venture agreement for the “Titan Wind Project.” Clipper Windpower is in the business of providing advanced technologies and services for large-scale expansion of wind energy.  It is anticipated that the growth of the wind energy industry will be substantial given it is clearly a viable alternative to inefficient, costly and polluting carbon-based fuel generation.
The following is the press …

Ardour Capital Investments, LLC and Baker & McKenzie LLP are hosting a energy technology conference on October 16, 2008, at the Baker & McKenzie Conference Center (New York). The following is their press release concerning the event:
Ardour Capital Investments, LLC, a leading research and investment bank focused on Energy Technology / Alternative Energy & Power / Clean & Renewable Technologies in conjunction with global law firm Baker & McKenzie LLP, announce the 6th Annual Energy Technology Conference to be held on Thursday October 16th, 2008. Thirteen companies in the sector …

Resources for careers in energy and energy-related job listings.
Career Information
Association of Energy Engineers
A source for information on the dynamic field of energy efficiency, utility
deregulation, facility management, plant engineering, and environmental compliance.
Careers in Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
Lists resources that discuss the kinds of education and skills, both technical
and non-technical, that will be in demand in this new and exciting field.
Careers in Renewable Energy
A U.S. Department of Energy fact sheet that gives an overview of the career
opportunities in the renewable energy field.
DOE Career Opportunities
Features information about career opportunities at the U.S. Department …