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Infinia Gets $50M for Engine-Powered Solar

Rachel Barron: February 11, 2008

The Kennewick, Wash.-based company scores a second round of funding for its solar systems that makes electricity using engine technology developed in the early 19th century.

Moser Baer to Pump $1.5 Billion Into Thin Film

Marisa Taylor: February 11, 2008

Investment in thin-film solar technology continues to snowball, with Moser Baer's production to reach 600 megawatts.

Cree to Buy Firm Founded by Its Former Execs

Jennifer Kho: February 8, 2008

LED component firm Cree said it will acquire LED Lighting Fixtures, which has four of Cree's former executives and makes recessed lighting using Cree's components.

Projects Like FutureGen Are Key to Clean Coal, Peabody CEO Says

Rachel Barron: February 8, 2008

Greg Boyce argues that large projects, such as the FutureGen plant the DOE dumped last week because of cost overruns, are key to finding a cost-competitive approach to low-emission coal plants.

Polysilicon Plant Costs On the Rise

Jennifer Kho: February 7, 2008

REC said this week that its polysilicon plant will cost 20 percent more than originally expected. Clean Edge Principal Ron Pernick said delays and rising costs are to be expected.

When Will the Climate Change for Climate-Change Legislation?

Rachel Barron: February 7, 2008

Dan Reicher, director of climate and energy initiatives for Google.org and former U.S. assistant energy secretary, says national U.S. legislation to combat climate change could still be years away.

Tesla's Second Unveiling

Rachel Barron: February 6, 2008

The company's second car, a sedan, will give buyers the option between going all-electric or adding a little gas.

Renewable Tax Incentive Still at Risk

Jennifer Kho: February 6, 2008

The U.S. Senate failed to end a filibuster by one vote, likely ending hopes for an extension of tax credits for green energy in the economic stimulus plan.

More Cellulosic Ethanol Will Soon Be for Sale. But Who's Buying?

Jennifer Kho: February 6, 2008

Announcements such as Coskata's partnership with ICM and DOE grants could make ethanol cheaper and more abundant using nonfood sources. Will that -- and a U.S. goal of 36 billion gallons by 2022 -- be enough to spur demand?

Water-Investment Drought Over?

Marisa Taylor: February 6, 2008

While the demand for efficient ways to purify water is growing, private investment hasnít followed suit. But three announcements this week, including $20 million for Seven Seas Water, may signal a change.

More Money for Greentech

Marisa Taylor: February 5, 2008

Advanced Technology Ventures closes a $303 million fund, joining the ranks of private firms raising money for green technology. But can VCs spend it all?

Solar Startup Suniva Snags $50M

Solar Startup Suniva Snags $50M

Rachel Barron: February 5, 2008

The Georgia Tech spinoff gets a second round of funding to commercialize what it claims is a lower-cost approach to making solar cells.

Evergreen Director Latest in Solar Exodus

Jennifer Kho: February 5, 2008

Continuing a trend of solar departures in recent months, Gerald Wilson leaves Evergreen Solar, according to an SEC filing that indicates he told another director he was frustrated with CEO Rick Feldt.

Funding Roundup: Getting Votes, Wrapping up Deals

Rachel Barron: February 4, 2008

While presidential hopefuls vie for votes and Bush proposes an EPA budget, the cleantech sector continues to wrap up funding in solar, biofuels, transportation and more.

Tesla CEO Talks Cash and Speed

Jennifer Kho: February 4, 2008

As the well-watched electric-car startup delivers its first production car, Ze'ev Drori discusses money, management changes and the company's next model.