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Capitalizing on Wind and Solar Energy: Opportunities for Chemicals and Materials (GreenBiz)

Philadelphia, PA — Renewable energy systems are being rapidly developed, and companies are now competing for their share of the market. If your company is exploring opportunities in wind and solar energy, this conference is the place to be. (full story)

Tax credits eyed for solar energy firms amid Obama’s push for ‘green jobs’ (The Hill)

Solar energy companies are lobbying for new tax credits for domestic manufacturers that would come on top of subsidies included in the $787 billion stimulus Read more... (full story)

Virginia State Energy Plan Makes Solar Power Cheaper (WCAV Charlottesville)

The new 40 million dollar Virginia State Energy Plan can save you 25 to 30% on solar power technology. (full story)

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Estimated Worldwide energy consumption so far this year
(1 kWh = 3413BTU)

Worldwide energy consumption in 1999 was 377 quadrillion BTUs, which is approximately 92.5 quintillion kWh. Solar energy accounts for less than 0.01% of that amount.

1999 World Production of Primary Energy (Quadrillion (10x15) Btu)
Petroleum 149.70
Natural Gas 87.31
Coal 84.90
Hydroelectric 27.10
Nuclear 25.25
Geothermal, solar, wind, wood waste 2.83
Source: US DOE EIA