This week in Jetson Green Energy News, governments are helping citizens to become more energy efficient and reports have been released that quantify energy development efforts.
NEC Italia and Acea Spa to Develop Storage Systems For Rome Smart Grid Project
NEC has agreed to provide two lithium-ion battery energy storage systems as part of a smart grid project in the Rome metropolitan area.
U.S. Departments of Energy and Treasury Announce $150 Million Energy Credits
Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credits will provide for manufacturing projects that are related to clean energy and energy efficiency. The tax program aims to strengthen competitiveness, increase energy security, and create new jobs.
North American Energy Independence?
The United States has achieved number one status in natural gas production, which has increased by 27 percent in the last four years, thanks to advances in technology, such as horizontal drilling, that some fuel industry experts speculate could eventually lead to energy independence in North America.
About 40% of 2012 Wind Industry Installations Came Online in December
Based on figures from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Annual Electric Generator Report, 59 new wind projects began commercial operation, for a total of 5,253 MW last December.
Global Photovoltaic Capacity Increased by 30 GW in 2012
The European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA) released data that showed an increase in PV capacity by about 30 GB last year, while global solar power capacity exceeded 100 gigawatts for the first time.
EU Approves £600 Million for UK Energy Efficiency Program
The United Kingdom’s Green Deal program helps homeowners to invest in energy-efficient improvements by allowing loans to be repaid through energy bills.
Egypt May Look to Wind and Solar for Economic Sustainability
Citing several sources, Inspired Economist suggests that Egypt could focus on sustainable economic development. For instance, by 2014, 750 MW of wind power projects are slated to come online and a new solar thermal plant development has utility-scape potential.
2013 State of Green Business Report Released
The sixth annual edition of State of Green Business Report includes data on 1,600 companies worldwide and the U.S.-based S&P 500. Download it for free, and check out the Top Trends section to see projections on the world of sustainable business.
Online DOE Database Reports on Worldwide Ocean Energy Development
The US Department of Energy (DOE) launched Tethys, an online database that contains “results of environmental monitoring and research efforts on wave, tidal, and current energy development worldwide” that is expected to “help industry regulators and energy project developers deploy sustainable ocean energy projects in an environmentally responsible manner,” according to a DOE Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE) news release.
London’s Hydrogen Fuel Network Expands
New fuel stations, a roll-out of a 700-bar delivery system, and upgrades to transport for the main hydrogen fuel station moves London closer to a fully-integrated hydrogen fuel network.
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