Sweden deploys 120-ton subsea generator switchgear at MHK project
A significant step to develop the first megawatt from the marine hydrokinetic (MHK) Sotenas Wave Energy Plant off of Sweden’s west coast took place earlier this month when a 120-ton subsea generator switchgear was deployed and connected to the Swedish national power grid via a 10-km-long subsea cable.
Turbine tests begin at Brazil's 11.2-GW Belo Monte hydropower plant
Test operations are under way at Norte Energia's 11.2-GW Belo Monte hydropower plant, developer Norte Energia said in a statement.
Earthquake in Malaysia near 165-MW Sultan Mahmud hydroelectric facility
Published reports indicate the 165-MW Sultan Mahmud hydroelectric facility located on the Kenyir River in the interior district of Hulu Terengganu, Malaysia, suffered no damage after a 2.7 magnitude earthquake was recorded 10 km below the surface of its catchment, Kenyir Lake, at 9:25 p.m. local time on Feb. 23.
EMEC announces flurry of activity at Scottish marine energy site
Capping a busy February for the European Marine Energy Centre is an announcement that tidal turbine manufacturer Tocardo has signed a 20-year deal for testing at EMEC's array in Orkney.
How Crowdfunding is Going to Save the Planet
Clean, renewable energy is the single most needed technology by the millennial generation. Not only is it the key to slowing global warming and climate change, but it also solves a host of other problems, such as respiratory diseases and national security.
US$100 Billion NDB is an Additional Funding Source for Hydroelectric Energy
The New Development Bank (NDB), which has an authorized capital of US$100 billion, could provide additional opportunities to fund development of new hydroelectric projects.
Equitix backs tidal energy developer Atlantis with significant investment
Tidal energy developer Atlantis Resources Ltd. has entered into a partnership agreement with infrastructure developer, investor and fund manager Equitix worth at least US$714 million.
India Clean Energy Investments Rose 13 Percent to $7.9 Billion in 2014
Clean energy investments in India increased to $7.9 billion last year and are expected to surpass $10 billion in 2015.
Brazilian Bank Raises $408 Million for Renewable Energy and Water Projects
The Brazilian bank Itau Unibanco Holding SA raised 1.05 billion reais ($408 million) to finance renewable energy and water treatment projects.
Want to Buy a Used German Power Plant? Shipping Is Included
Germany’s utilities, battered by the country’s shift to wind turbines and solar panels, would be glad to sell you a power plant on the cheap. They’ll even pack it up and ship it to another country.