New U.S. finance tool for renewable energy launched

Reuters, 27 October 2009 - The U.S. Treasury on Tuesday authorized
more than 800 governmental agencies and power companies to issue $2.2 billion of
Clean Renewable Energy Bonds, a financing tool included in the economic stimulus
plan for developing alternative energy generation.

"Because of the Clean Renewable Energy Bonds awards announced today, energy
developers will be able to access lower-cost credit to help make the shift to
clean renewable energy production, benefiting both our economy and our
environment," said Treasury Deputy Secretary Neal Wolin in a statement.

IEA members ‘not on track’ on energy efficiency

Environmental Finance, 22 October
2009 - “More action is needed” by International Energy Agency (IEA) member
countries on energy efficiency, according to a new report from the agency.

“IEA member countries are implementing a full range of energy efficiency
activities,” the report finds. “However, more action is needed … IEA member
countries need to urgently extend their efforts in energy efficiency policy,”
especially in transportation.

IEA members ‘not on track’ on energy efficiency

Environmental Finance, 22 October
2009 - “More action is needed” by International Energy Agency (IEA) member
countries on energy efficiency, according to a new report from the agency.

“IEA member countries are implementing a full range of energy efficiency
activities,” the report finds. “However, more action is needed … IEA member
countries need to urgently extend their efforts in energy efficiency policy,”
especially in transportation.

As soaring oil prices and greenhouse gas emissions fuel the
search for cheaper and cleaner sources of energy, a Japanese aerospace
manufacturer may have found the right stuff for a solution. It’s a windmill you
can call your very own. Yokohama-based aerospace manufacturer, Nippi Corporation, has developed a
revolutionary 20 kW wind turbine power generation system that’s turning heads
everywhere.

Brazil - Sao Paulo Water Recovery (REAGUA) Project