Japan Sets Itself Up For A Solar Boom

solar japan

Generous feed-in tariff rates are approved in Japan, virtually assuring a massive expansion in solar – but will it prove sustainable? Read more →

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The Future Of Off-Grid Living, Brought To You By Japan

Mirai Nihon house w/electric car

The Future Japan house -- developed by an ad agency with the help of clients like Nissan -- offers an inspiring vision of better living through green tech. Read more →

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In Japan, Kyocera Grows Energy Efficiency Solutions

Kyocera Green Curtain

In an effort to meet energy reduction targets following the shutdown of Japan's nuclear reactors, Kyocera is planting "green curtains" to reduce its AC demands. Read more →

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Toyota Goes Small, Sleek For Big Fuel Efficiency

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Toyota's latest mini-vehicle, the Pixis Epoch, was launched in Japan recently, boasting top-level fuel efficiency for a gasoline-powered car. Read more →

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Green Technologies A Tourist Attraction On Japanese Island

Hachijyo Island Turbine

JTB hopes that the success of its Hachijyo Island project will allow it to promote the combination of renewable energy and tourism around Japan. Read more →

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5 Green Tech Stories You Should Be Reading: May 11, 2012

California clean energy

Everyone's reading about solar power for Japan, new EV charging standards, and green developments for a UK waterfront and a Boston transit center. Check it out. Read more →

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5 Green Tech Stories You Should Be Reading: May 8, 2012

alaska wind power

The Internet's a-buzz with tales of renewable energy projects for Alaska and Japan, how EVs are selling slowly in Europe, and a database for climate change. Read more →

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5 Green Tech Stories You Should Be Reading: April 27, 2012

Great Wall Motors, Coda

Teaming up with China for cheap EVs, clashing with homeowners' associations over solar panels, and clean energy as an economic boost for Native Americans. Read more →

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Feed-In Tariff Sets Up Japan Solar For Growth

Japan Solar Installation

Japan's new feed-in-tariff rates are attractive enough to cause quite a stir for clean-energy investors. Read more →

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Clean Power Boosters Seek Asian Super Grid

Transmission Lines

Japan is leading an effort to create an Asian Super Grid that would move clean energy from areas that can produce it efficiently to big population centers. Read more →

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