The Scottish government has unveiled a new £76 million (US$59 million) program to boost jobs and economic growth in the low carbon sector.
Scotland Sets Up US$59 Million Program to Fund Low Carbon Industry Read More »
The Australian government will provide A$3.3 million (US$2.5m) in funding for a trial combination of rooftop solar photovoltaic with battery storage at a new housing development In Perth, western Australia.
Australia to Provide US$2.5 Million for Solar Energy Storage Trial Read More »
The UK government is considering subsidising a 320-megawatt Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon energy project in Wales, which when completed will be the world’s largest tidal power plant.
UK May Offer Financial Support for 320-MW Tidal Lagoon Project Read More »
The US Energy Department is setting aside US$1.8 million in funding for the development of larger wind turbine blades that will help capture more power from wind resources and increase the efficiency of wind energy systems.
US Offers to Boost Development of Large Wind Turbine Blades Read More »
Solar capacity in the US increased 30% in 2014 to reach 6.2 gigawatts and emerge as the most popular source of renewable energy, according to GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association.
Solar Grows by 30% in US to Become Top Source of Renewables Read More »
The European Union has agreed a formal pledge to achieve a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels by 2030 ahead of climate change talks later this year.
EU Confirms Emissions Reduction Target for UN Talks Read More »
The Scottish government has started a fund to support research into exploring the country’s geothermal capacity to meet the energy needs of local communities.
Scotland Sets Eyes on Geothermal With US$360,000 Fund Read More »
The Australian government said it will provide AUD$5 million (US$3.9 million) to support Hydro Tasmania’s plans to develop an off-grid hybrid project on Flinders Island.
Hydro Tasmania Gets US$3.9 Million Government Aid for Hydrid Project Read More »
India’s carbon emissions rose 1.57% in 2013 to 15.63 million tonnes in 2013 from a year earlier, according to the government.
India’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rose 1.57% in 2013 Read More »
Wind project developers were the biggest winners in an auction to award contracts to renewable energy proponents by the UK government.
Wind Industry Biggest Winner in UK Government Auction for Contracts Read More »
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