ecoRI news Rhode Island's 'Green–Energy' Sector Keeps GrowingecoRI newsThere were 15,305 green–energy jobs in Rhode Island at the end of 2016, according to a new report from the Office of Energy Resources (OER). The biggest job category was installation — jobs that involve equipment assembly, repair and maintenance. Brought to you by Google News. Read […]

UN News Centre Record 'green' energy capacity added in 2016 as cost for renewables plunges – UN-backed reportUN News Centre7 June 2017 – The world is now adding more green energy capacity each year than it adds in new capacity from all fossil fuels combined, a United Nations-backed report revealed today, showing that the “renewables […]

The Guardian 'Spectacular' drop in renewable energy costs leads to record global boostThe GuardianRenewable energy capacity around the world was boosted by a record amount in 2016 and delivered at a markedly lower cost, according to new global data – although the total financial investment in renewables actually fell. The greater “bang-for-buck” … Brought to you […]

Wasted green power tests China's energy leadershipABC NewsIn this Nov. 9, 2015 photo, a worker inspects wind turbine parts at a Goldwind wind turbine factory in Beijing. Increasing amounts of green energy have gone unused in China as it struggles to integrate wind and solar power into a dated electricity …Wasted green power tests China's […]

Engadget India will be the first to power its ports with green energyEngadgetAs the US comes to terms with President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate change agreement, India is celebrating government efforts to promote green energy. Earlier this week, officials announced that all 12 of its major shipping …Green energy has a […]

KOIN.com Trump move won't stop Oregon's push for green energyKOIN.comPORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — While President Donald Trump received applause in the White House Rose Garden Thursday after announcing the U.S. would abandon the global climate accord, feedback from leaders in the Pacific Northwest was less … and more » Brought to you by Google News. Read the […]

Greentech Media Global Green Energy Job Count Approaches the 10 Million MarkGreentech MediaIn a report released Tuesday, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) reported that employment in the renewable energy sector, including solar, wind, biofuels, hydropower and other carbon-free resources, rose to 9.8 million people in 2016, …Russia Seeking Bids For Colossal Green Energy AuctionOilPrice.comThe eco […]

The Hill (blog) Congress should just say no to more green energy handoutsThe Hill (blog)Politicians have rightly railed against pork barrel spending for years, but unfortunately, their actions don't always match their words. Whenever a must-pass bill crosses the floors of Congress, many of these same politicians clamor to load them up … Brought to […]

The Guardian The eco guide to renewable energy | Environment | The GuardianThe GuardianSolar power is soaring, wind goes from strength to strength. Look for a mighty surge in renewables over the next few years, writes Lucy Siegle.Global Green Energy Market Rising at $900 Bn During 2014 – 2020satPRnews (press release)Solar prices dropped but Zesa […]

Daily Press At William and Mary, plants an inspiration for green energyDaily PressThe College of William and Mary, Prof. William McNamara Chemistry Dept. and his students are working on "artificial photosynthesis," bio-inspired by the process by which plants turn sunlight into energy, to come up with a cheap, clean, renewable energy … Brought to you by […]