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The promise of sustainable agriculture: A report from a townie

GreenBiz

What will it take to support sustainable agriculture in the United States? A new generation, for starters.

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Dutch company collects plastic pollution from rivers to make parks and products

Inhabitat - Innovation

Plastic pollution is a worldwide problem, with piles of debris along coastlines, on roadsides, in landfills and floating in waterways. Environmentally conscious companies are looking for ways to clean up the mess while simultaneously seeking out methods to recycle products into other products. One Dutch company, The Recycled Island Foundation (RIF), is tackling both problems with one solution — Litter Traps.

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New shipping rules are on the horizon. Is your supply chain ready?

GreenBiz

The negative consequences could be both financial and reputational, and should be of particular concern to the traditional fossil-fuels energy supply chain.

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Cedar Haven is a forest retreat made with reclaimed logs

Inhabitat - Innovation

Blending contemporary design with natural materials, Washington-based residential architecture firm Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture completed a stunning timber home that feels like an extension of its alpine forest environment. Created for a homeowner who wanted a residence that echoed the tranquility of its mountain surroundings, the aptly named Cedar Haven was built mainly from stone and timber—much of which was reclaimed from the site itself.

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Electrofuels Are the Future: The Driving Force to Decarbonizing Heavy Transport

Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium

With the first wave of the energy transition, renewable energy sources (such as solar and wind) have begun replacing coal power generation. However, some sectors are lagging behind and struggling to decarbonize more than others, including large-scale transportation like commercial aviation, shipping, and rail transit. Electrofuels (aka eFuels) are the next generation of solutions to help the hardest-to-abate sectors pivot from their reliance on fossil fuels.

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Why a measured shift to electric vehicles would benefit the US

GreenBiz

There is no point in putting forward an EV plan that is so aggressive that it cannot be implemented.

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Striking, sinuous home outside of So Paulo is inspired by the shape of native pine trees

Inhabitat - Innovation

The Pinhão House boasts a unique, elliptical volume with various levels and a leaf-shaped roof that juts out over a covered swimming pool, which is also integrated into the home's curved shape.

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A family builds an impressive, 300-square-foot tiny home to travel the world

Inhabitat - Innovation

Their custom tiny home on wheels, as functional as it is beautiful, features all of the creature comforts of a contemporary family home.

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Spanish Oil Giant Repsol Sets Net-Zero Emissions Target for 2050

GreenTechMedia

Repsol, Spain's largest oil and gas company, announced a net-zero emissions target for 2050 and a €4.8 billion ($5.3 billion) asset write-down, becoming the world's first major oil producer to pledge a complete decarbonization. The Madrid-based company says it will reorient its business to comply with the Paris Agreement's climate goals, with its upstream oil and gas unit to prioritize "value generation over production growth.".

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Olson Kundig designs worlds first Recompose facility for composting human remains

Inhabitat - Innovation

Olson Kundig has unveiled designs for the flagship facility of Recompose, a company that will offer a new and sustainable after-death care service, in which human rains are gently converted into clean soil.

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5 Emerging Energy Technologies to Watch Out for in 2020

GreenTechMedia

This year will likely be remembered as a period of technology consolidation rather than breakthrough innovation in the energy industry. Emerging industries such as offshore wind and lithium-ion battery storage have gone from strength to strength. Erstwhile more novel technologies, meanwhile, such as energy blockchains or flow batteries, have been relatively quiet this year.

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AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities

Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.

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Why Climate Alarmism Hurts Us All

Forbes Green Tech

There is no scientific basis for the claim that climate change will be apocalyptic, but there is growing evidence that climate alarmism is contributing to rising anxiety and depression among teenagers.

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Politicians knew the inconvenient truth about the Colorado River 100 years ago — and ignored it

Grist

Earlier this year, the seven states that depend on the Colorado River made history. For the first time, Arizona, California, Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico agreed to find ways to reduce the amount of water they draw from the river as levels drop further at Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the country. The Colorado River provides water for 40 million people.

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SEIA: Solar panel tariffs have contributed to 10.5 GW of canceled solar contracts

Solar Power World

Tariffs on imported solar cells and modules have led to the loss of more than 62,000 U.S. jobs and $19 billion in new private sector investment, according to a market impact analysis released today by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). The analysis comes as the midterm review process for the tariffs begins at the U.S. International Trade Commission on Dec. 5, and covers tariff impacts from the beginning of the 2017… The post SEIA: Solar panel tariffs have contributed to 10.5 G

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Seven new EVs to be launched in Indian market in 2020

Charged

Most of the EV headlines tend to focus on California, China and Europe, but the electromobility revolution is quietly gathering momentum in India, a potentially enormous market where the government has proposed substantial EV incentives. At the 2020 Auto Expo , which is to be held in February in Greater Noida, no less than seven new pure EVs will be on display.

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How Digital Transformation will Bend the Curve of the Linear Economy Toward the Circular

Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Climate 4.0 Economy. Climate change is here. We see it in many ways already. Weather catastrophes: Texas freezing over, the wildfires of California, the increasingly unpredictable violence and frequency of hurricanes, the rapid melting and disappearance of polar ice caps. Much more evidence all around us. What can we do in our corporate organizations, in our homes and communities, to change the current course?

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McElroy Metal installs solar on third manufacturing plant

Solar Power World

After completing successful solar panel installations with roof recovers at plants in Peachtree City, Georgia, and Adelanto, California, McElroy Metal recently completed a third solar conversion with its plant in Clinton, Illinois. Inovateus Solar installed 1,116 Hanwha Q-Plus L-G42 350W panels on the facility in Clinton. The system is rated at 390.6 kW DC, has… The post McElroy Metal installs solar on third manufacturing plant appeared first on Solar Power World.

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The Case For ConocoPhillips

R-Squared Energy

The oil and gas industry has had a rough ride since the oil price downturn of 2014. Over the past five years, the Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE), which represents the largest energy companies in the S&P 500, has fallen by 25%. The S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production SPDR ETF (XOP), representative of the smaller-cap drillers, is down 56% over the same time frame.

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Automated charging startup ROCSYS completes new investment round

Charged

Dutch startup ROCSYS , which is focused on developing automated EV chargers, has completed its seed investment round, led by Estonia-based investing company Superangel as well as Forward.one, a Dutch venture capital fund focused on high-tech hardware. This latest round follows previous funding by Dutch investment fund UNIIQ. As the auto industry continues to develop self-parking and self-driving technologies, ROCSYS says that the automation of vehicle charging is inevitable.

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MPPT: How energy harvest changes as solar projects age

Solar Power World

By Hanan Fishman, president, Alencon Systems Solar power plants are often referred to as “solar farms.” Who exactly coined the term “solar farm” first is unclear, but the reality is PV projects are highly akin to traditional agriculture where crops are planted and harvested as they ripen. The difference with solar farms is that the… The post MPPT: How energy harvest changes as solar projects age appeared first on Solar Power World.

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COP25: The Path of Hope or the Path of Surrender

Green Market Oracle

Increased Ambition and Commitment As reported by UN News , on December 1, 2019 December 2019 UN Secretary-General António Guterres outlined the “increased ambition and commitment” that the world needs from governments during the coming days of the COP25 UN climate change conference which opens in Madrid on Monday, calling for “accountability, responsibility and leadership” to end the global climate crisis.

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Poll finds 89% of Americans support extending clean energy tax incentives

Solar Power World

A new survey released today shows that Americans overwhelmingly support extending tax incentives for clean energy and would change their vote based on the issue. Leading public opinion research firm Global Strategy Group (GSG) surveyed voters across the country, including in key battleground states and districts, and found that 89% of voters support extending clean… The post Poll finds 89% of Americans support extending clean energy tax incentives appeared first on Solar Power World.

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Webasto launches modular battery system, thermal management, and charging stations

Charged

Automotive supplier Webasto showcased its modular battery system, thermal management system, and charging station at the recent SEMA show in Las Vegas. The CV standard battery system is available in 400 V and 800 V versions. Each battery features 35 kWh of energy. Up to 10 packs can be used for a combined 350 kWh. The modules include desiccant cartridges to reduce condensation, thermal runaway detection sensors, and pressure equalization monitors.

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WoodMac predicts 20% of residential solar installed in 2020 to be paired with storage

Solar Power World

The United States energy storage sector had it strongest third quarter on record this year, deploying 100.7 MW and 264.6 MWh of storage, according to the new U.S. Energy Storage Monitor from Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables and the U.S. Energy Storage Association (ESA). The front-of-meter (FTM) market rebounded after its slump with 161 MW deployed,… The post WoodMac predicts 20% of residential solar installed in 2020 to be paired with storage appeared first on Solar Power World.

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EES EUROPE 2020: THE STORAGE INDUSTRY IS PROFITING FROM THE BOOM IN RENEWABLE ENERGIES

altenergymag

After remaining at a stable yet high level in 2018, the global expansion in renewable energy capacity started to pick up speed again this year. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the deployment of new capacity will have increased by just under 12 percent in 2019 compared to the previous year, which is the strongest level of growth since 2015.

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Standard Solar completes 2.9-MW project across 10 Virginia schools

Solar Power World

Standard Solar has completed a ten-site solar project for Richmond Public Schools (RPS) in Virginia for delivery this year. In partnership with a team of Virginia-based firms, Standard Solar funded, designed, built and will operate the projects that are estimated to provide approximately 24% of the school’s power needs. The renewable energy generated by the 2.9-MW of… The post Standard Solar completes 2.9-MW project across 10 Virginia schools appeared first on Solar Power World.

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Firms including E.ON, Longroad Energy, and GE Renewable Energy to gather in Texas next year to map out the future of US wind O&M

altenergymag

Leading wind players Acciona Energy, E.ON and GE Renewable Energy will be among those gathering in Dallas on April 16 and 17 to discuss the latest wind O&M trends, techniques and technologies as the North American onshore wind industry remains on course to hit 100 GW of capacity.

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Industry Job Board

CleanTech San Diego

Director, Government & Civic Relations (Limited). Port of San Diego , Posted December 3, 2019. Document Compliance Specialist. CollectiveSun , Posted December 2, 2019. Software Engineer. Nuvve , Posted November 18, 2019. Technical Policy Analyst. University of San Diego , Posted November 12, 2019. Energy Management and Regulatory Program Manager.

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Duke Energy, Southern Power and Enel Green Power experts to tackle ITC phaseout concerns at PV event in Texas next year

altenergymag

The event will bring together more than 250 globally recognized solar industry experts to exchange the latest thinking on O&M. It’s a crucial time for solar as the sector faces a potential investment tax credit (ITC) phaseout that could completely change the financials of each plant.

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Northern California theme park powered by 7.5-MW solar carport system

Solar Power World

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the “Thrill Capital” of Northern California, in partnership with sPower and Borrego Solar Systems, made the official switch to solar power at a special event to kick off the park’s 12th annual Holiday in the Park, the first to be powered by renewable energy. The event included remarks by Congressman Mike… The post Northern California theme park powered by 7.5-MW solar carport system appeared first on Solar Power World.

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Energy connected homes services set for substantial growth

altenergymag

The market for connected home* devices is set to grow substantially over the next five years. Research from Cornwall Insight's new Connected Homes Insight Service has identified increasing levels of entry and investment, with rates of entry more than doubling over the last decade.

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3-MW Simba community solar farm completed in Maryland

Solar Power World

Summit Ridge Energy (SRE) announced today the completion of Simba, a 3-MW community solar farm built across 24 acres in Prince George’s County, Maryland. The project was developed and built by Cypress Creek Renewables, who remains the O&M contractor, and will be providing nearly 375 Maryland residences with savings via credits applied to their electricity… The post 3-MW Simba community solar farm completed in Maryland appeared first on Solar Power World.

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Elon Musk’s Latest Court Fight Hinges On ‘Pedo Guy’ Interpretation: Twitter Insult Or Defamation?

Forbes Green Tech

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has spent a lot of time defending himself in federal court in the past 14 months for things he said on Twitter.

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Energy Toolbase adds SolarEdge StorEdge inverter to simulation platform

Solar Power World

Energy Toolbase has implemented SolarEdge’s StorEdge inverter onto its platform to enable users to run residential storage dispatch simulations and savings analysis that are representative of how StorEdge – coupled with an LG RESU10H battery – would operate in the field. “StorEdge is the first publicly available, residential storage integration to go live on the… The post Energy Toolbase adds SolarEdge StorEdge inverter to simulation platform appeared first on Solar Power World.

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November Cleantech Roundup: The Energy Transition in Red States | Building Decarbonization |…

Clean Energy Trust

November Cleantech Roundup: The Energy Transition in Red States | Building Decarbonization | Mainstream Electric Vehicles Clean Energy Trust’s cleantech roundup highlights interesting cleantech news and perspectives across industry, technology, policy, and investing. The Michigan City Generating Station, a NIPSCO-owned coal power plant scheduled to shut down in 2028.

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EDF Renewables and Shell sign 15-year PPA on 132-MW solar project

Solar Power World

EDF Renewables North America and Shell Energy North America (SENA) signed a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) related to a 132 MWac tranche of the Palen Solar site known as Maverick 7 Solar Project. The project is expected to come online by the end of 2021. Palen Solar is located in Riverside County, California, on… The post EDF Renewables and Shell sign 15-year PPA on 132-MW solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.