Climate Oil Prices Solar Wind 
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 22, 2014
The collapse in world oil prices in the second half of 2014 will have only a moderate impact on the fast-developing low-carbon transition in the world electricity system, according to research firm Bloomberg New Energy Finance. However, the slump in the Brent crude price per barrel from $112.36 on 30 June to $61.60
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 19, 2011
Between 2010 to 2030 the contribution to energy growth of renewables (solar, wind, geothermal and biofuels) is seen to increase from 5% to 18%. Natural gas is projected to be the fastest growing fossil fuel, and coal and oil are likely to lose market share as all fossil fuels experience lower growth rates. mmbpd by 2030 from 1.8
Green Car Congress
JULY 20, 2012
savings stimulated by high oil prices led to a decrease of 3% in CO 2 emissions in the European Union and of 2% in both the United States and Japan. tonnes per capita, despite a decline due to the recession in 2008-2009, high oil prices and an increased share of natural gas. tonnes per capita. the United States (16%).
Green Car Congress
APRIL 6, 2015
The increase reflected several influences, according to the report, including a boom in solar installations in China and Japan—totalling $74.9 billion of final investment decisions on offshore wind projects in Europe. Wind, solar, biomass and waste-to-power, geothermal, small hydro and marine power contributed an estimated 9.1%
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 29, 2014
While renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, may have some potential to mitigate carbon emissions, this is not seen as a viable large-scale alternative for commercial shipping. If renewable energy from the sun or wind is not readily available for electricity production on shore, conventional power plants can be used.
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 13, 2013
High oil prices, persistent differences in gas and electricity prices between regions and rising energy import bills in many countries focus attention on the relationship between energy and the broader economy. However, this does not imply a new era of oil abundance, the report cautions. —WEO-2013.
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 25, 2011
In response to a congressional directive for a study on alternative and synthetic fuels, the US Department of Defense asked RAND to analyze whether alternative fuels can meet the needs of the nation’s military in a climate-friendly and affordable manner. —Alternative Fuels for Military Applications.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
268 
Let's personalize your content