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China is devouring 33% of world’s solar panels
China is emerging now as a significant market for solar panels, not only as the largest solar panel supplier in the world, but also as an important consumer of these products. As of Q4 2012, China has been purchasing a third of the world’s solar panels, according to a new research released by NPD Solarbuzz.
read more... 24/01/2013
French group takes a major stake in OpenHydro
A French naval defense and energy company has announced its expansion plans for OpenHydro, a tech company developing marine power alternatives. The OpenHydro Company uses turbines located on the seabed to produce power in areas that are known for their strong tides.
read more... 23/01/2013
Daily: Brent and U.S. crude settled up on Bank on Japan plans
Brent and U.S. crude oil futures for February delivery rose 71 cents to settle at $112.42 a barrel and 68 cents to settle at $96.24 a barrel, respectively on Tuesday, being supported by Bank of Japan's plans to launch an economic stimulus effort and further supported by gains in the U.S. stock market.
read more... 23/01/2013
EDF: French annual nuclear power production down 3.8% in 2012
French annual nuclear power production from 58 reactors owned by EDF totaled 404.9 TWh last year, a decrease of 3.8% compared to 421.1 TWh in 2011, this being the first decline since the crisis in 2009 (- 6.6%).
read more... 23/01/2013
UK: new solar centre was launched
The UK has launched a national centre for solar PV, the BRE National Solar Centre (NSC), which will help industry and government to deliver on solar PV opportunities identified in the government’s Renewables Roadmap. It aims to drive innovation in the sector, reduce costs and enhance confidence in the market.
read more... 23/01/2013