Archive for the ‘National’ Category
The case for biofuels in our energy mix
Saturday, February 4th, 2012Fossil fuels are an integral part of the global economy, and will be for many years. But that doesn’t mean we can’t continue to introduce alternatives into Canada’s energy mix or explore new, innovative fuel sources. One of the greatest hurdles we have to overcome isn’t technological or structural – it’s debunking myths and misperceptions about renewable fuels that prevent us as a society from seeing the benefits clearly.
Canadian Clean Technology Companies Pre-Qualify for Second Round of Canadian Innovation Commercialization Program
Friday, February 3rd, 2012The Canadian Clean Technology Coalition views the February 3rd announcement by the Government of Canada of successful applicants for second round pre-qualification in the Canadian Innovation Commercialization Program (CICP) as a clear and positive indication of the growth and innovation demonstrated by the clean technology sector.
Minister of Public Works and Government Services Rona Ambrose announced 36 innovations that the federal government may buy and test as part of the second round of the CICP. The latest selections include several applicants from the clean technology sector, as was also the case in the first round announced in March of 2011. (more…)
Spotlight on Cleantech
Monday, January 16th, 2012R& D Spending Supported by Growth of Cleantech Industry
Since peaking in 2007 at $16.7 billion, national business expenditures in R&D have slowly been declining, with the 2010 ‘Business Research & Development’ (BERD) reported at $14.9 billion. Not ideal, yet not surprising given slowing economic growth. However, the R&D expenditure mixture is interesting.
Five industry segments – aerospace, clean technology, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas extraction, and resource manufacturing – represent a third of Canada’s BERD. However, the oil and gas extraction and resource manufacturing industries’ R&D expenditures have been on a downward trajectory since 2008. So who’s picking up the slack? (more…)
Excellent Year for Canadian Wind in 2011, Looking to Move Forward in 2012
Monday, January 16th, 2012Excellent Year for Canadian Wind in 2011, Looking to Move Forward in 2012
Source: Clean Technica (http://s.tt/15fBR)
Wind energy in Canada had a very solid year in 2011, with gains seen in total production and investment, advancing the potential of Canadian wind energy. With 2012 under way, how will Canada’s wind energy players do in a challenging business and economic environment, given that fossil fuels continued to be favoured over renewable energy? Let’s take a look at last year in a little more detail and gander through the crystal ball at what 2012 will possibly hold for Canadian wind.
Read the Full Article: Clean Technica (http://s.tt/15fBR)
Posted by: Big Picture CommunicationTransCanada enters into solar generation
Monday, December 26th, 2011Calgary, has agreed to purchase nine Ontario solar projects from Canadian Solar Solutions Inc., with a combined capacity of 86 megawatts (MW), for approximately $470-million. All nine projects have 20-year power purchase agreements with the Ontario Power Authority.
Spotlight on Cleantech
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011Mature Beyond Its Years. And Still Growing!
Canada’s relatively young clean technology industry currently contributes 44,40
0 jobs to the Canadian economy. How does employment in this ‘kiddie’ industry compare to older, more ‘mature’ industries? Consider this – direct employment in the clean technology industry is only 18% below mining and 16% less than the oil & gas extraction industries, and is 36% greater than direct employment in the forestry & logging industry. For the 2008 to 2010 period, employment in the clean technology industry grew at an average 8% compounded annual growth rate – exceptionally strong results in the face of global recessionary headwinds. Fast growth sectors within the clean technology industry averaged an 11% increase in employment for 2008 to 2010. If all clean technology sectors were to achieve that 11% growth, the employment potential for the industry is (more…)
Mass to electrons…
Wednesday, October 26th, 2011Canadians consume the equivalent energy of nearly 50 tons of coal per household per year. That in turn is equivalent to a 5 kg package of coal being delivered to every household every hour of the year. Luckily, the majority of the energy consumed in Canada is not derived from coal, and a very significant portion of the energy consumed in Canada is transported in the form of a massless entity, known as electricity, most of which is derived from hydropower. Chemistry Nobel Laureate Richard Smalley (1941-2005) had a vision (with a plan) back in 2003, namely that all of the world’s energy should be distributed as electricity by 2050, if we are to avoid the impending hardships that an indefinite dependence on transportation and combustion of neutron-containing (i.e. having mass, such as coal, oil, natural gas, etc.) fuels likely will bring. Some of the means by which Smalley’s vision is (slowly) and perhaps indirectly being approached are amongst the interesting discussion topics at this site, and we can only hope that one day the world consequently is cleaner…
Ontario #2 for Most New Solar Projects
Saturday, October 22nd, 2011With Canada rated as the top country in the world for business (by Forbes Magazine), coupled with Ontario’s FIT and favourable renewable energy policies, its no wonder the province is now ranked #2 in North America for the highest number of new solar projects. With $20 billion in renewable energy commitments, Ontario is on its way to establishing itself as the manufacturing centre of excellence. Read more on what is happening here.
Top 10 clean technology breakthroughs
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011The Guardian has compiled a list of technologies that are promising and could change the way we do things. Ranging from algae biofuels to zinc batteries, the list really does cover everything from A to Z. For the list and how these technologies are on the verge of breakthroughs, see the full article.
Increasing Visibility for Natural Gas Fuel in North America
Tuesday, September 20th, 2011The need for the US to decrease reliance on foreign oil spells good news for the natural gas transportation segment. This coupled with less costly ways to recover natural gas is paving the way for companies like Westport Innovations (Vancouver) to capture part of the increased market share of natural gas vehicles. To read more on this article, click here.
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Marketwire – Alternative Energy
- Avista Corp. Board Increases Common Stock Dividend February 3, 2012
- BC Bioenergy Network Invests $1.5 M in Fraser Richmond Soil and Fibre "Energy Garden"-an Innovative Organic Waste to Energy Demonstration February 3, 2012
- TRC to Host Conference Call to Discuss Second-Quarter Fiscal 2012 Financial Results on February 8 February 3, 2012
- Infrastructure Project Investment Key to Recovery Falling Short Globally February 3, 2012
- Ceradyne, Inc. to Release Fourth-Quarter Financial Results on Thursday, February 16, 2012 February 3, 2012
- AlumiFuel Power's PBIS Products Well Received at AMS Annual Meeting February 3, 2012
- Xicato to Present at SSL Investor Forum During Strategies in Light USA 2012 February 2, 2012
- EnSave, Inc. and Ecology and Environment, Inc. Launch Farm Energy Management Service February 2, 2012
- enXco Service Corporation Signs O&M Agreement With TPW Petersburg Wind Farm February 2, 2012
- Announcing the 2012 International Biomass Conference & Expo Agenda February 2, 2012
Globe Newswire
- EMG's Gas Supply To Israel Interrupted Due To Mandatory Shut Down Procedure After an Explosion in the Egyptian National Grid in the Sinai February 5, 2012TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 5, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ampal-American Israel Corporation (Nasdaq: AMPL), a holding company in the business of acquiring and managing interests in various businesses, announced today that it has been advised by East Mediterranean Gas Co. ("EMG"), in which Ampal has a 12.5% interest, that around 01:00 last night there was […]
- Micron Technology Appoints Mark Durcan as Chief Executive Officer, Director February 4, 2012BOISE, Idaho, Feb. 4, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:MU), today announced the appointment of D. Mark Durcan as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company. Mr. Durcan will also serve as a Director on Micron's Board of Directors. The appointments come after the company reported that Steven R. Appleton, longtime Micron Chairman […]
- Grand County Winter Sports Carnival Ends February 11, 2012 February 4, 2012GRANBY, Colo., Feb. 4, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Grand Winter Sports Carnival, the largest and longest winter carnival in the Rockies, ends Feb. 11 with a bang. […]
- Heritage Oaks Bancorp to Present at Fig Partners 3rd Annual West Coast CEO Forum February 4, 2012PASO ROBLES, Calif., Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heritage Oaks Bancorp (Nasdaq:HEOP), parent company of Heritage Oaks Bank, today announced plans to participate in the Fig Partners 3rd Annual West Coast CEO Forum. Ms. Simone Lagomarsino, President and CEO of Heritage Oaks Bancorp will participate on the "Central California Banks" panel on Febr […]
- Bryn Mawr Bank Corporation to Acquire Davidson Trust Company, Devon PA February 4, 2012BRYN MAWR, Pa., Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bryn Mawr Bank Corporation (Nasdaq:BMTC) (the "Corporation"), parent of The Bryn Mawr Trust Company (the "Bank"), today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Davidson Trust Company (the "Company") from Boston Private Financial Holdings, Inc. and memb […]
- Precision Castparts Corp. Presents Business Update at the Cowen 33nd Annual Aerospace and Defense Conference 2012 February 4, 2012PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mark Donegan, chairman and chief executive officer of Precision Castparts Corp. (NYSE:PCP), will discuss current business conditions at the 33rd Cowen Aerospace/Defense Conference in New York City on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 8:55am ET. […]
- Pilgrim's Publishes Inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report February 3, 2012GREELEY, Colo., Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pilgrim's, the second largest poultry company in the world, has announced the release of its 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report, the organization's first published summary of its programs for animal welfare, community involvement, food safety, recycling, water conservation and more. […]
- Toll Brothers, Inc. Announces Exchange Offer for Certain Outstanding Debt Securities February 3, 2012HORSHAM, Pa., Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers Finance Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL) (www.tollbrothers.com), announced today that it has commenced a registered exchange offer to exchange new 5.875% Senior Notes due February 15, 2022 (the "New Notes") for any and all of its currently outstanding 6.8 […]
- Radio Station Settles Lawsuit With Pro Basketball League February 3, 2012CHICAGO, Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Premier Basketball League (PBL) is pleased to announce it has finalized a settlement with KMGZ-Magic 95 Radio regarding unfounded and defamatory claims of alleged misconduct in calling fouls made by a radio announcer during a live broadcast of the PBL Championship Game played in Lawton, Oklahoma on April 18, 2011 […]
- Construction Begins on Daigle House Apartments February 3, 2012LAFAYETTE, La., Feb. 3, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Affiliated Blind of Louisiana Training Center, BancorpSouth Bank, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) are pleased to announce that construction has begun on the Daigle House Apartments in Lafayette, Louisiana. […]