Solar scientists consider that the probability of a solar storm hitting Earth in the next decade with sufficient strength to do significant damage to power networks might be of about 12 percent.
read more... 28/07/2014
Despite a dramatic slowed growth in the global wind power in 2013, the prospects on worldwide wind industry are rising, according to a new report from Navigant Research.
read more... 25/07/2014
The Japanese government has unveiled its support for the development of coal-fired power worldwide, by providing an annual investment of $4 billion. The move is neglecting calls from the Obama administration and global environmental groups to reduce public funding for carbon-intensive coal.
read more... 24/07/2014
Crude oil prices increased on Wednesday, as oil inventories in the U.S. dropped more than predicted and as geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and the Middle East continued. Brent crude for September delivery boosted 70 cents to close at $108.03 and continued to rebound in post-settlement trade to hit $108.19 at 3:48 p.m. EDT (1948 GMT), while U.S. crude for September delivery boosted 73 cents to $103.12 a barrel.
read more... 24/07/2014
Onshore wind power is proved to be the cheapest form of electricity generation in Denmark, according to a new research study released by the Danish Energy Agency (DEA).
read more... 23/07/2014