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FPL Pilot Program Offers New Solar Energy Rebates
Jun 1st
FPL announces a new pilot program that offers new solar energy rebate
Only about 1,100 of Florida Power and Light’s 4.5 million customers currently take advantage of having their own solar power system. But more are expected to join the movement as FP&L has announced that the utility company will launch a new solar energy rebate program on beginning June 21st. Rebates will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for residential and business customers who install solar water heating or solar photovoltaic (PV) panels this year. Business customers will be able to apply for a rebate of $30 per 1,000 BTUh/day of the maximum rated output of an installed solar water heater with a cap at $150,000 per company per year. Businesses can also apply for up to $50,000 in rebates per site, $150,000 per company for solar PV systems.
Experience From Green Lighthouse Shows That Users Play An Important Role In The Sustainability Ratings Of Buildings
The Green Lighthouse at Copenhagen University has become Denmark’s first carbon-neutral public facility. As an innovation project, it is intended to provide experience for the sustainable buildings of the future. Findings taken from observing how people use the facility show that user needs and behavior are critically important to the successful sustainability measures of sustainable buildings. The building has much publicity and attracted several thousands of visitors, including the Russian President Medvedev and New York’s mayor, Michael Bloomberg.
Georgia Power Supporting Electric Vehicle Development In The South
Georgia Power has launched a new EV website that will help potential and existing customers learn about the process of purchasing and owning an electric vehicle. Georgia Power’s new electric transportation website, will help customers navigate through the process. Visitors will be able to search for the location of public charging stations, read details about the different types of plug-in electric vehicles entering the market and learn about Georgia Power’s three residential rate options. An incentive is available for cost conscious rate payers who are willing to charge their electric vehicles between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. Customers can potentially lower their charging bill by 13% if they choose to charge their car overnight.
Solar Power Products Aiding Haitian Relief Effort, DER 01/21/10
Jan 21st
The Daily Energy Report for Thursday, January 20, 2010 discusses oil hovering around $78 barrel, Copenhagen participants facing a big deadline, and solar power aids the Haitian relief effort.
Emergency Meeting at Copenhagen plus Tesla takes a road trip to Detroit, DER 121809
Dec 18th
The Daily Energy Report for December 18th, 2009 brings you daily energy news about:
This morning world leaders engage in emergency meeting at Copenhagen with hopes of putting together a climate change resolution.
A study that interviewed over 250 school administrators show that schools are having to lower their budgets due to increasing energy costs.
Tesla Motors yesterday began a 2,700 mile road trip to attend Detroit’s North American International Auto Show on January, 11th.
Little progress at Copenhagen plus the LED market increasing, DER 121709
Dec 17th
The Daily Energy Report for December 17th, 2009 brings you daily energy news about:
Growing frustration over the lack of progress at the Climate Conference in Copenhagen. US willing to participate in $100 billion a year fund to help developing countries
The UK’s struggle to balance low energy prices with low carbon emissions strategies.
The growth of the global LED market.
Copenhagen Protests, New Plug-in Prius and more, DER 121509
Dec 15th
The Daily Energy Report for December 15, 2009 brings you daily energy news about:
- Protests at the Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen over the lack of progress made at these important climate negotiations. The US has announced, in partnership with other developed countries, the Climate REDI project, which will help fund certain initiatives in developing countries.
- The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority and Honeywell agree to begin large energy retrofit program.
- Toyota announces the rollout of a plug-in Prius model in 2011.
- Images of the world’s largest solar-powered office building, in China.
Talks Stall At Copenhagen, DER 12/14/09
Dec 14th
The Daily Energy Report for December 14, 2009 features stories about the following:
Talks at the Climate Conference in Copenhagen stall after a group of undeveloped nations pull out of negotiations. All nations waiting to see the United States and China’s negotiating strategies.
Iraq successfully completes second lease auction.
ExxonMobil to purhcase XTO Energy for $31 billion in stock.
China Oil Production & Lowes Opens Energy Centers, DER 121109
Dec 11th
The Daily Energy Report for December 11, 2009 features stories about record crude oil production in china, updates from the Copenhagen climate conference, Lowe’s introduces Energy Centers in certain California stores.
Difficulties At The Copenhagen Climate Conference, DER 12/09/09
Dec 9th
The Daily Energy Report for Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 features stories about the difficulties at the Copenhagen Climate Conference, info about the North Sea’s Countries Offshore Grid Initiative, being comfortable and productive at the office and the explanation of a potential “Cash for Caulkers” program.
Climate Change Conference Kicks Off In Copenhagen
Dec 7th
The Daily Energy Report for Monday, December 7th, 2009 features stories about the Climate Conference kicking off in Copenhagen, EPA announces carbon dioxide as dangerous pollutant, and record discoveries in Gulf of Mexico.
Do Wind Turbines Impact Residential Property Values?
Dec 4th
The Daily Energy Report for Friday, December 4th, 2009 features stories about the upcoming Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, building renewable energy options in space, and the effect of wind turbines on residential property values.
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