TMCnet.com RSS Service - isite_green http://green.tmcnet.com http://green.tmcnet.com http://www.tmcnet.com/tmcnet/tmcimg/tmcnet3.gif http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/24/339418-google-acquiring-makani-power-energy-efficiency.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/24/339418-google-acquiring-makani-power-energy-efficiency.htm Fri, 24 May 2013 07:24:11 GMT Too much is never enough for the company on top of the world and intent to stay that way. Google is in the midst of acquiring yet another startup, and this time it's Makani Power - a company specializing in building power-generated cable-tethered flying wings, CNET reports. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/23/339375-future-green-data-centers.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/23/339375-future-green-data-centers.htm Thu, 23 May 2013 15:34:24 GMT As Google and Apple pave the way with solar powered data centers and technology, other companies are trying to build sustainable storage and server facilities. Green technologies aren't just better for the environment; they are usually more economical and efficient with space. No matter the size of a company, we all rely on off-site servers and storage in various ways. Third-party cloud services, dedicated business servers, and colocation hosting are just some reasons why companies invest in green data centers. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/23/339343-climex-sell-tocardos-tidal-energy-its-carbon-trading.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/23/339343-climex-sell-tocardos-tidal-energy-its-carbon-trading.htm Thu, 23 May 2013 13:28:56 GMT Total global power consumption is less than 10 terawatts (TW) annually, but it is estimated the potential for tidal energy could exceed 450 TW. The majority of the locations suited for harnessing tidal energy are located in Asia and North America, with only few of them in operation. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/23/339287-mitsubishi-electric-integrating-echelons-grid-sensing-communication-technologies.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/23/339287-mitsubishi-electric-integrating-echelons-grid-sensing-communication-technologies.htm Thu, 23 May 2013 09:59:31 GMT Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, a world famous electrical and electronic equipment manufacturer, realizes that future of electricity lies in smart grid technologies, which is why the company has turned its focus to smart meters in the recent years. With a goal to earn a technological edge over other brands in a highly competitive, global smart meter space, Mitsubishi has signed a technology partnership agreement with Echelon Corporation. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339247-ict-weakest-link-the-electrical-grid-exposing-utilities.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339247-ict-weakest-link-the-electrical-grid-exposing-utilities.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 18:42:43 GMT The recent use of information and communications technologies (ICTs) within the electrical grid has created system vulnerabilities to hacking and cyber-attacks, according to a report just released by London-based ABI Research. The group estimates that spending on cybersecurity solutions to secure the infrastructure will total $2.9 billion globally by the end of 2013. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339239-norwegian-scientists-unveil-plans-worlds-first-underwater-energy.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339239-norwegian-scientists-unveil-plans-worlds-first-underwater-energy.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 17:56:44 GMT As dawn breaks, a group of Norwegian scientists prepare to unveil their latest discovery in energy conservation projects. This patent pending breakthrough is described as being a hydroelectric power plant on the sea bed that can generate and store electricity to be used on the mainland later through the pressure of the sea. It is said in conjunction with wind farms and solar power plants that this new hydro powered underwater energy storage facility can complete the chain for there to be no use for the nuclear plants. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339223-starwood-nrg-generate-solar-power-hotel-properties.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339223-starwood-nrg-generate-solar-power-hotel-properties.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 16:51:35 GMT Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has entered into a strategic partnership with NRG Energy, Inc where the utilization of renewable energy systems at Starwood properties will be further extended as part of the latest multi-year international association http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339213-german-solar-industry-cheers-rd-award-65m.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339213-german-solar-industry-cheers-rd-award-65m.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 16:26:27 GMT On May 22, the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) announced that it would provide up to an extra ?50 million ($64.6 million) for research and development for innovative photovoltaic projects. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339150-climex-sell-toscardos-tidal-energy-its-carbon-trading.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339150-climex-sell-toscardos-tidal-energy-its-carbon-trading.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 12:28:58 GMT Total global power consumption is less than 10 terawatts (TW) annually, but it is estimated the potential for tidal energy could exceed 450 TW. The majority of the locations suited for harnessing tidal energy are located in Asia and North America, with only few of them in operation. As a matter of fact the first tidal energy project in the United States was put in place off the coast of Eastport, Maine just last year. Although municipalities and private companies have been slow to adapt this technology, the pace has picked up around the world for this reliable and renewable energy source. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339146-green-plains-renewable-energy-recognized-lower-greenhouse-gas.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339146-green-plains-renewable-energy-recognized-lower-greenhouse-gas.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 12:11:41 GMT Although there is controversy about the long-term benefits of using ethanol as a fuel source, some companies are definitely getting ethanol right. One of these companies is Green Plains Renewable Energy, a producer of ethanol in the Midwestern United States. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339136-voipfone-promotes-virtual-green-office.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339136-voipfone-promotes-virtual-green-office.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 11:43:24 GMT Voipfone, a company offering cloud-based telephone services specifically designed for small businesses, is again in the news for promoting virtual green offices that empower small businesses to have less impact on their environment, lowering their carbon footprint. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339117-green-waste-energy-deploy-ge-gas-engines-power.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339117-green-waste-energy-deploy-ge-gas-engines-power.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 10:23:20 GMT General Electric (GE) and Green Waste Energy (GWE) recently signed a frame agreement under which GE will supply its ecomagination-qualified Jenbacher gas engines to power Advanced Recycling and Energy Conversion (AREC) plants to be built by Green Waste Energy Development (GWED), GWE's development subsidiary. These plants will be built in various parts of the world, including the U.S., U.K., Africa and Asia. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339102-federal-government-purchase-10000-hybrids.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339102-federal-government-purchase-10000-hybrids.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 09:40:44 GMT The General Services Administration (GSA) recently announced that as part of the Fleet Consolidation Initiative, 10,000 hybrids will be added to the U.S. government fleet. The goal is to lower fuel consumption, especially considering the mileage many government vehicles cover. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339083-goldman-sachs-invests-renewable-energy-japan.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/22/339083-goldman-sachs-invests-renewable-energy-japan.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 07:53:21 GMT If you're looking for investments to make, you might want to take a look at what Goldman Sachs is considering. The group has announced plans to invest in Japanese renewable energy projects, which are designed to further gain and utilize electricity from solar and wind-powered generators. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/21/339013-nte-hybrid-secures-second-patent-hybrid-renewable-energy.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/21/339013-nte-hybrid-secures-second-patent-hybrid-renewable-energy.htm Tue, 21 May 2013 14:28:06 GMT Hybrid technology is in demand these days, as it offers considerable capital cost savings. This is achieved with the help of a shared steam turbine and other common major equipment and systems. These are used between a conventionally fueled power plant and a renewable thermal cycle. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/21/338981-schlumberger-debuts-studio-manager.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/21/338981-schlumberger-debuts-studio-manager.htm Tue, 21 May 2013 12:32:17 GMT Houston, Tex.-based geo technology firm Schlumberger Limited is a company that provides natural gas and oil companies across the world with technological solutions that can maximize their productivity. Recently, the company launched a program called Studio Manager, which it says will "empower information management professionals to work interactively with geoscientists to improve productivity." http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338868-indian-government-takes-bite-out-carbon-emissions.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338868-indian-government-takes-bite-out-carbon-emissions.htm Mon, 20 May 2013 17:18:47 GMT Every day, people around the planet are looking for new ways to go green. The Indian government has devised a new plan that is certain to pack double the force when it comes to eliminating carbon: its new coal tax will fund its 750 MW solar power capacity addition plan. By March 2017, says Clean Technica's Mridul Chadha, it plans to add 3,600 MW through federal policies and 6,000 MW through state policies. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338865-5-ways-lower-energy-consumption.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338865-5-ways-lower-energy-consumption.htm Mon, 20 May 2013 17:14:42 GMT It shouldn't come as a surprise that people are concerned about their energy consumption, and the reasons shouldn't be too surprising either. As people are trying to reduce their personal impact on the earth by leading eco-friendly lifestyles, cutting down on energy consumption can lead to big savings on utility bills - a big reward in this economy. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338859-run-out-town-a-solar-rail.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338859-run-out-town-a-solar-rail.htm Mon, 20 May 2013 16:32:36 GMT "Vili," which literally translates to "tram" in Budapest, also is the rather whimsical-sounding name of a new and unique solar-powered railcar that will be ready to carry passengers on the narrow-gauge line that runs from Kismaros to Kiralyret in time for tourist season. http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338802-emag-corporation-develops-worlds-brightest-low-power-consuming.htm http://green.tmcnet.com/topics/green/articles/2013/05/20/338802-emag-corporation-develops-worlds-brightest-low-power-consuming.htm Mon, 20 May 2013 13:43:17 GMT eMagin Corporation recently unveiled the world's brightest, energy-efficient and full color organic light emitting diode microdisplays at the Society for Information Display at the Vancouver (British Columbia) Convention Center.