New solar capacity around the world increased 54 percent to about 28 gigawatts last year driven by record installations in Germany and Italy, Bloomberg New Energy Finance data shows.
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CBS Runs Error-Ridden Report On "New Solyndras"
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In a misleading segment painting a skewed picture of the Department of Energy's clean tech investments, CBS News' new morning show purported to reveal 11 "New Solyndras" -- companies CBS said "are having trouble" or "have filed for bankruptcy" after receiving federal assistance. But CBS only identified 7 companies and included some that did not actually get federal funds.
Ikea's Rooftop Solar Array Will be the Largest in Minnesota
A solar array that retailer Ikea says will be installed on the roof of its Bloomington store will be the state's largest generator of electricity from the sun.
U.S. Interior Secretary Touts Giant Gila Bend Solar Plant’s Economic Impact
While touring a solar power generating station that will provide power to tens of thousands of Arizona homes, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said Wednesday that America’s embrace of renewable energy will create jobs and boost the economy.
NY Gov. Cuomo Calls for Quadrupling Amount of Solar in the State
New Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) made solar a priority in his "State of the State Address" on Jan. 4.
