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A consistent pipeline of European offshore wind projects is helping large players to bring the cost down, Brent Christensen of Dong Energy told NewNet, but he warned the industry still faces major challenges.
US electric transport specialist the Balqon Corporation has been contracted to retrofit six electric-powered yard tractors at the port of Los Angeles, in a deal worth $650,000. 
One of the main challenges currently facing the emerging energy storage industry is finding the right technology that can be successfully adaptaed to a range of product. 
A failure of the UK government to push forward low carbon growth is undermining the potential for green exports by the country’s technology companies. 
French utility EDF joined forces with Idinvest Partners to launch Electranova Capital, an investment fund for energy start-ups specialising in environmentally-friendly technologies. It told NewNet it hopes to reach up to €90m before the end of the year. 
UK bioenergy company TMO Renewbles has appointed David Weaver as its new CEO. 
Until now, much of the heat generated by burning the biogas produced by anaerobic digestion to generate electricity has literally gone up the chimney. In the light of climate change, escalating emissions targets and the pressing need for energy security, that seems like a criminal waste. 
Under encouraging legislation, a generous feed-in tariff and strong procurement programme Ontario has fast become a leader in Canada’s cleantech revolution. 
Has the solar-power industry lapsed into a classic cycle of boom and bust after a decade of unprecedented growth? It might appear so, according to management consultancy firm McKinsey & Co. 
Biodegradable technology company fires up Series A funding - 16 May 2012Anaerobic digester specialist begins bundle investment system - 16 May 2012
Wind foundation developer eyes potential partnerships - 15 May 2012 AFC to invest in power projects across Africa - 16 May 2012
Solar Trust of America cleared for asset sale - 16 May 2012
Bahamian ocean thermal project needs local investors - 16 May 2012
Biodegradable technology company fires up Series A funding - 16 May 2012Anaerobic digester specialist begins bundle investment system - 16 May 2012Wind foundation developer eyes potential partnerships - 15 May 2012
Energy storage company begins search for Series A funding - 15 May 2012California solar specialist targets year end for close of Series C round - 14 May 2012
Mauritius power provider aims to secure $50m to complete project - 14 May 2012 AFC to invest in power projects across Africa - 16 May 2012
Solar Trust of America cleared for asset sale - 16 May 2012
Bahamian ocean thermal project needs local investors - 16 May 2012
UK community renewables schemes reaches out to investors - 16 May 2012
Smart grid innovator en route to closing $2m financing round - 16 May 2012
Finnish wave energy developer initiates Series B fundraising - 15 May 2012
Until now, much of the heat generated by burning the biogas produced by anaerobic digestion to generate electricity has literally gone up the chimney. In the light of climate change, escalating emissions targets and the pressing need for energy security, that seems like a criminal waste.
The most active investors in the cleantech, renewable energy and sustainability sectors share their views on the market at the fourth annual LP-GP Forum: Clean Energy & Sustainability.
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