EERE Network News

April 17, 2002

News and Events

Central Ohio Joins Clean Cities Program

The designation recognizes commitment to using alternative fuel vehicles and building local markets for alternative transportation fuels.

USDA Funds Biomass Projects in Illinois, Oklahoma

Farmers will soon be growing switchgrass to help fuel their local power plants.

Solar Cell Manufacturer Expands to Meet Growing Demand

ASE Americas expanded its solar wafer production plant from 12 megawatts per year in production capacity to 20 megawatts per year.

Solar Power Systems Bring the Internet to the Navajo Nation

More than 80 communities newly connected using the latest in satellite and wireless technology.

Non-Profits Launch Small Wind Turbine Co-op in Northwest

Cooperative will install small wind turbines on farms, ranches, and rural facilities.

New Superconductor Wire Manufacturing Plant Starts Test Run

The tests will validate the company's new manufacturing process and allow engineers to fine-tune the equipment as the plant is prepared for commercial production.

GE Purchase of Enron Wind Approved in Bankruptcy Court

Purchase still subject to approval by the European Union.

Site News

BioMatNet

The site provides information on the European Commission's research on using biomass materials to produce non-food products.

Energy Connections

Will Drought Conditions Affect Hydropower Generation?

Web site shows current U.S. conditions and probability.