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US coal’s future – not exactly bullish, but hardly bearish

In the US, thermal coal is facing a long-term decline in demand, but don't forget that a significant amount of electricity consumed is still fueled by coal.

Solar Paint Offers Endless Energy from Water Vapor

Researchers have developed a solar paint that can absorb water vapour and split it to generate hydrogen — the cleanest source of energy.

German Tenants Win Right to Generate Solar Power on Rented Roofs

Chancellor Angela Merkel’s coalition is widening access to the solar power market for people who rent their homes in a move to boost green power’s expansion in an election year.

First US Offshore Wind Installation Vessel to be Built with Oil and Gas Expertise

On Wednesday, June 28, Zentech Inc. and Renewables Resources International (RRI) announced their intention to deliver the first Jones-Act-compliant, four legged, self-propelled dynamically-positioned level 2 (DP2) jack-up vessel to the emerging U.S. offshore wind industry.
The vessel will be based on a US-built barge. Zentech plans to install four truss legs with spud cans, a proven oil and gas design, and integrate them into a newly built hull.

Why Biomass Remains a Challenge, Even in Timber-rich Georgia

A new biomass plant under construction in Georgia highlights the challenging economics of the technology, even in a state so rich in forestry waste it exports it to other countries.

World's Biggest Offshore Wind Developer Worries About Construction Delays in Germany

The world’s biggest offshore wind developer said construction delays on key electricity cables that will take North Sea wind power to Germany’s industrial heartland risk undermining the confidence of investors in new projects.
 

Presentations from EIA’s annual energy conference are now available

(Fri, 30 Jun 2017) EIA just held its annual energy conference in Washington, DC on June 26 and 27. More than 900 attendees from business, industry, academia, and government were on hand to discuss a wide range of energy issues.

Eni Norge receives consent for manned underwater operations at Goliat

Eni Norge AS (Eni Norge) has received consent to perform manned underwater operations on the Goliat field.

Petro River Oil to participate in drilling of second exploration well in Kern County, California

Petro River Oil Corp (Petro River Oil), an independent oil and gas exploration company announced the spudding of the Chardonnay 47X-35 exploration well (the “Chardonnay 47X”) in the Grapevine prospect in Kern County, California this week.

Statoil receives consent for exploration drilling in Barents Sea

Statoil ASA (Statoil) has received consent to drill an exploration well in block 7435/12 in the Barents Sea.

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