Inverter Could Help Clean Energy Costs

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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has created a prototype component which could significantly lower the cost of connecting renewable energy systems to the grid. Read more →

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Fuel Cell Demo Project For 8 Military Bases

fuel cells at u.s. military bases

Aiming to "see how fuel cells perform in real world operations," the Energy and Defense departments team up to install cells at bases around the country. Read more →

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S.F. Puts Solar In Reach For Small Businesses

Solar@Work, San Francisco solar power initiative

A new business model helps small San Francisco businesses afford solar energy by way of group buying and financing options. Read more →

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Massive 3MW Wind Turbine Tested

Worker On Wind Turbine

A massive French wind turbine is undergoing tests at NREL's National Wind Technology Center that aim to get the 3 megawatt unit approved for use in the U.S. Read more →

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Clean Energy State Policies Said Beneficial

Oregon State Capitol

A report issued by NREL shows that state policy for renewable energy is linked closely with new renewable energy developments. Read more →

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NREL, Army Team On Net Zero Energy

Army EV

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory will assist the US Army with a pilot program designed to help military installations reach net zero goals. Read more →

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NREL PV Incubator Program Cracks The Whip

Cali Solar Solar Cells

The PV Incubator program is designed to fund and inspire revolutionary advances in solar technology, but tough goals and hard work are pre-requisites. Read more →

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Biofuels Focus Of New NREL Partnerships

NREL IBRF

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory opens the doors of their new $33.5 million plant to potential biofuel development partners. Read more →

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Hybrid Delivery Trucks Outperform Diesels

gas-electric hybrid delivery trucks vs. diesel only, FedEx, NREL

NREL tests in the lab and on Southern California roads showed gas-electric hybrids operate far cleaner while matching or beating the diesels on per-mile costs. Read more →

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Methanol Fuel Cells Gets Energy Department $$

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The U.S. Department of Energy is partnering with a California based company on a $2 million project to test the market capabilities of methanol fuel cells. Read more →

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