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Siemens to Supply 300 Offshore Wind Turbines to DONG Energy

published: 2012-07-23 15:07
Siemens and DONG Energy continue their successful cooperation in offshore wind. On July 19, 2012, the companies signed a framework agreement for the supply of a total of 300 wind turbines with a capacity of 1,800 megawatts (MW). T...  more

Lithium Ion Batteries More Affordable by 2025

published: 2012-07-20 14:53
According to a study released by consulting firm McKinsey & Company, the price of EV lithium batteries used in electric cars will drop 70% by 2025. On average, these batteries cost $600/kWh. McKinsey predicts that the price w...  more

Chinese EV Maker Gets 20,000 Orders

published: 2012-07-20 14:52
In an effort to reach their target of having 5-million EVs on their roads by 2020, Chinese authorities are doing everything they can to make it happen. One of these efforts is the recent signing of a contract between Chinese EV ma...  more

First Solar Gains After U.S. Authorizes $57.3 Million Loan

published: 2012-07-20 14:47
First Solar Inc. (FSLR), the world’s largest maker of thin-film solar panels, rose to the highest in two weeks after two Mumbai-based companies secured U.S. loans to buy panels. First Solar climbed (FSLR) 4.6 percent to $15.13 at...  more