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US could shift to 20% wind by 2024, but needs grid upgrade
An analysis by the US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory indicates that shifting to 20% wind energy by 2024 is possible.
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National Grid unveils smart grid plans for New York
National Grid has unveiled plans for a smart grid demonstration in the Syracuse area of upstate New York, which it says will inform future development of a smart grid on a wider scale.
Solid-state lighting gets $66 million boost
The US Department of Energy has announced a $37 million boost for next generation solid-state lighting, which could prove ten times more energy efficient than traditional incandescent lighting.
EC to call for implementation of Copenhagen Accord
European energy and environment ministers meeting in Seville, Spain this weekend are expected to call on the EU to implement the Copenhagen Accord and urge other countries to follow suit, according to reports.
US invests $80 million in advanced biofuels, but is policy flawed?
The US Department of Energy yesterday announced an $80 million investment in advanced biofuels, but a study from Rice University says Government policy is flawed.
US promises to pursue manufacturers failing to meet efficiency standards
The US Department of Energy says it will “aggressively pursue” any manufacturers whose appliances do not meet energy efficiency standards.
US announces $187 million boost to vehicle efficiency
Eight vehicle manufacturers including Ford and General Motors are to receive an $187 million boost to improve efficiency, announced US Energy Secretary Steven Chu yesterday.
Obama unveils $2.3 billion tax credit for clean energy
US President Barack Obama has unveiled a $2.3 billion tax credit for clean energy that he says will boost jobs and tackle climate change.
US to support energy efficiency projects in Latin America
The US Department of Energy is to support three projects in Latin America aimed at expanding the development and use of energy efficiency technologies and renewables.
Energy efficient IT to get $115 million boost
IT and communications giants including IBM, Hewlett-Packard and Yahoo! are to receive a $47 million boost from the US Department of Energy to improve energy efficiency.