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Cleantech
Cleantech, short for "clean technology," is a term used to describe products or services that improve operational performance, productivity, or efficiency while reducing costs, energy consumption and carbon emissions. It is also referred to as "green tech." The term refers specifically to consumer, regulatory and industry interest in clean forms of energy generation as it relates to climate change, environmental impact and venture capital interest in related startup companies.
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Why the DOE Isn't Apologizing for Abound Solar's Failure
Thin-film solar panel maker Abound Solar, a recipient of a $400 million Energy Department loan guarantee, is closing. DOE's response: America must continue playing to win the clean energy race.
2 | June 28, 2012 2:07pm |
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A123 Systems banking on new battery tech
The startup says an improved version of its lithium-ion battery cell technology could lead to lighter, longer-lasting battery packs that will lower the cost of electric vehicles.
June 12, 2012 12:54pm |
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Lux Research: Konarka's solar tech caused its failure
The falling cost of silicon and cheap solar panels from China have caused some manufacturers to fail. Solar plastic maker Konarka's problem wasn't the market. It was its tech, according to a...
4 | June 7, 2012 9:47am |
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Renewable energy as corporate 'security' measure?
Ernst & Young reports that large companies plan to continue investments in wind, solar and bioenergy projects over which they have primary control.
June 4, 2012 2:30am |
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The most innovative companies so far this year
As part of its quarterly review of innovation, Lux Research has picked 10 companies that have compelling tech and business models.
1 | May 4, 2012 11:24am |
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The Morning Briefing: Smart grid security
"The Morning Briefing' is SmartPlanet's daily roundup of must-reads from the web. This morning we're reading about smart grid security, upgrades and outsourcing.
May 3, 2012 2:06am |
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Food scraps-to-energy startup snags funding from Al Gore, First Solar chief
Some heavy hitting investors are betting on Harvest Power, a startup that takes food scraps and yard trimmings and turns them into renewable power, soil and fertilizers.
5 | April 12, 2012 5:03pm |
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Clean energy investment takes a dive
Global investment in clean energy hit a record in 2011. My how times have changed. So far, 2012 is off to a dismal start thanks to several developments that continue to ripple through the industry.
April 12, 2012 10:46am |
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New York City announces 'Reinvent Green' hackathon
New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg announces the "Reinvent Green" hackathon, the city's first focused on the environment. Plus, news from startup Efficiency 2.0.
April 9, 2012 9:33am |
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Don't expect solar bloodbath to let up this year
Two solar companies file for bankruptcy, and a new report projects the 2012 solar market to stall. But there's a silver lining in the long view.
April 6, 2012 11:51am |
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On Facebook, a social energy app lets you compete with friends
Software analytics company Opower and Facebook unveiled a real-time, utility-data app that aims to turn saving energy into a game.
1 | April 3, 2012 10:01am |
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Amory Lovins: Carbon fiber cars would cut oil dependency
At the Cleantech Forum in San Francisco, chief scientist of the Rocky Mountain Institute talks about strategies to make oil-free automobiles. He believes that cars would be simpler and cheaper to...
23 | March 29, 2012 11:59am
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Startup turns your old sandwich into electricity
Seab Energy has shrunk traditionally massive anaerobic digesters down into a portable, scalable system that allows businesses to generate electricity from their waste.
March 29, 2012 10:39am |
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Three green technologies set to transform energy
At the Cleantech Forum in San Francisco, NRG Energy CEO David Crane discusses how smart meters, distributed-solar projects, and plug-in electric vehicles could potentially cause disruptive change...
3 | March 27, 2012 1:28pm
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Cleantech pioneers: 10 companies that are changing the industry
Bloomberg New Energy Finance recognized 10 companies for their innovation in solar, energy storage and the smart grid. These companies and their game-changing technologies are worth watching.
March 21, 2012 4:00am |
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Sustainability strategies overlook potential tax benefits
Only 20 percent of businesses consider available tax credits or incentives when calculating the possible return on investment for environmental sustainability projects.
March 20, 2012 8:29am |
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First Solar lands another solar power project; sells two others
While First Solar panel manufacturing business experiences difficulties, the company continues to land utility-scale solar power development contracts.
March 12, 2012 11:59am |
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SunPower lands Apple solar farm deal
A recent regulatory filing reveals more details about Apple's solar-powered data center.
March 8, 2012 11:19am |
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What is your state's renewable energy score?
The United States led the world in clean energy investment in 2011, according to a new Ernst & Young report. Find out which states lead in the U.S. renewable energy index.
3 | February 29, 2012 12:47pm |
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America's only rare earth metals mine gears up
Enjoy your cell phone and the anti-lock brakes in your car? One U.S. company is gearing up to wrest control away from China and start producing rare earth elements found in most modern-day devices.
19 | February 22, 2012 10:53am |
