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Ban Ki-moon calls for 30% renewable energy by 2030
At a conference in Washington, DC last week, UN chief Ban Ki-moon called for the world to reach 30% renewable energy by 2030, effectively doubling the current share of renewables in the global energy mix.
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SolarWorld pushes further for higher tariffs as China’s solar industry develops internationally
One month after the preliminary decision to impose tariffs on Chinese imports to the US, SolarWorld claims that the low percentage does not compensate for the total damage done to the US manufacturers.
Global Wind Industry Could be Consolidating Soon
The first half of 2012 was reportedly the worst time in the last four years for the global wind industry.
Chancellor's Advisory Committee Celebrates Sustainability at Cal
Chancellor Birgeneau announced a series of campus sustainability milestones and student initiatives at the 9th Annual Sustainability Summit.
Eighth Annual Berkeley Stanford Cleantech Conference Addresses Profit and Sustainability in Emerging Markets
The event, which attracted over 350 students, faculty and professionals from throughout the Bay Area, featured keynote speakers and panelists who are tackling energy issues from the private and public sectors.
2011 Sets Records for Global Clean Energy Investment and Installation, but Investment Falls in 2012.
New data released by Bloomberg New Energy Finance indicates that overall financial investment in clean energy is falling, though venture capital/private equity investment remains steady.
Beijing Energy and Environment Roundtable Presents "Thermodynamics with Chinese Characteristics"
Featuring David Fridley from LBNL, the event will be hosted at the Sierra Club on April 24.latest from the blog
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