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Interest in solar energy heats up

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Cary Hillebrand went to Home Depot last week, shopping for cheap, renewable energy. “I have been interested in solar energy for a long time,” says the Cherry Hill resident. “I’m looking to find out if it is an affordable option.” … Continue reading →

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The Facts About Wind Energy and Emissions

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Anti-wind groups are attempting to defy the laws of physics with their claims. Recent data and analyses have made it clear that the emissions savings from adding wind energy to the grid are even larger than had been commonly thought. … Continue reading →

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£4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer

BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine prototype will be the world’s most advanced to date. Continue reading → Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Heat & Cool Efficiently

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills — … Continue reading →

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France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer

The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014. Continue reading → Continue reading → Continue reading →

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US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer

The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had planned to house the storage site no longer wants it. Continue reading → Continue reading → Continue reading →

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UK business group warns of delays to energy projects

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer

UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects. Continue reading → Continue reading → Continue reading →

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EPA outlines rules for greenhouse gas regulation

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer

The US Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement on Friday attempting to clarify how its proposed regulation of greenhouse gas emissions will operate. Continue reading → Continue reading → Continue reading →

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UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home?

Posted on May 18, 2010 by Damian Styers

Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it – we like to share their ideas. Their on to a good one with home energy efficiency that hopefully is shared worldwide.
The Department of Energy and Climate Change announced that [...] Continue reading →

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