A report from the United Nations Environment Programme and Bloomberg New Energy Finance sums up the rapid growth of renewable energy in 2011, and looks at some of the clouds on the horizon
Shale Gas: A Boon That Could Stunt Alternatives, Study Says
If shale gas remains plentiful and cheap, it could crowd out renewable energy as well as ways of capturing carbon dioxide and storing it underground
Fight Over Tar Sands Pipeline May Lead to Cancellation, “Huge” Consequences
The Keystone XL pipeline, planned to run from Canada to the U.S. Gulf Coast, is the topic of a fierce battle
Nuclear Generation Capacity Drops in 2011
If nuclear power continues to decline, the world will need a lot more renewable energy
The Climate Post: As Markets Dive, Clean Energy Stocks Hit by “Triple Whammy”
Renewables companies are struggling with producing too much for the demand, problems with government debt, and broader risk aversion among investors
Renewables investment up in 2010—but mainly because of China
The ailing economy has taken its toll on renewables investment in the U.S. and Europe—so what does the future hold?
The Climate Post: After Fukushima, Japan Vows to Boost Renewables
U.S. cars will get revamped efficiency labels, developed countries may have reached “peak travel,” and China suffers energy shortfalls
The Climate Post: Natural Gas Fracking Under Increasing Pressure
In other news, residents along the Mississippi struggled with historic floods, and research shows it’s not easy being green—especially when it comes to biofuels
Going “All The Way” With Renewable Energy?
Political will seen as main green power obstacle, but practical issues remain
