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Himadri BanerjiChairman and Managing DirectorEcoUrja

Bad Tidings for Wind Power Companies:Suzlon Sees Red Post Blade Breakage

August 3, 2009

Analysis of:Suzlon Declines After Reporting First-Quarter Loss. | www.bloomberg.com

Suzlon Energy has reported a net loss of Rs 462 crore (ninety five dollars) on a consolidated basis (with RE Power's) for the first quarter ended June 30, compared with a Rs 52-crore profit in the corresponding period last year. Suzlon lost sales last year after blades cracked and customers in the U.S. canceled orders. Replacements will be completed in mid-August, two months behind schedule. Volume sales during the quarter were lower, and order are unlikely to improve next quarter.

Himadri BanerjiChairman and Managing DirectorEcoUrja

Dear President 3 to 6 % RES by 2012 Is Simply Not Our Pioneer Gold Rush

July 26, 2009

Analysis of:RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY STANDARD WON’T CREATE JOBS UNLESS STRENGTHENED | www.awea.org

United States, in comparison to China, India and even South Korea seems to have considerable catching up to do in planning, designing the RES, implementing a much stronger renewable energy program, which would besides meeting the quadrant objectives of capping carbon emissions and pricing carbon; implementing a renewable energy standard and a smart grid; setting energy efficiency standards; funding focused research and development.

Himadri BanerjiChairman and Managing DirectorEcoUrja

The Final Frontiers:India's Nuclear Renaissance

July 25, 2009

Analysis of:Muddy policy hurdle faces India-U.S. nuclear deal | www.xe.com

As per a Reuters article published in xe.com, Westinghouse, subsidiary of Toshiba Corp., and GE who have a strategic partnership with Hitachi to jointly execute nuclear energy projects worldwide, would need a nod from Tokyo for their reactor business in India. The deal, which could unlock an estimated $27 billion nuclear market in India over the next 15 years, faces hurdles and issues like accident liability protection for U.S. firms.

Himadri BanerjiChairman and Managing DirectorEcoUrja

Future of Nuclear Power Tariffs:Price Uncertainty of New Generation Reactors

July 24, 2009

Analysis of:Turnkey Nuclear Power Plant EPC Agreements: The Case for Price Certainty | pepei.pennnet.com

As per the author of an article appearing in the Power Engineering International, the new generation nuclear reactors for power plants which are currently under development will hit the markets surely with price uncertainty, considering the changes which may have to be brought in under supervision of the nuclear regulatory commissions as designs get finalized.

Himadri BanerjiChairman and Managing DirectorEcoUrja

India's March to 20 Gigawatts of Nuke Power

July 24, 2009

Analysis of:Westinghouse to Begin Talks with NPCIL to Deploy AP1000™ Nuclear Power Plants in India | westinghousenuclear.mediaroom.com

Now that the transfer of technology for nuclear power p[lants and state of the art nuclear fuel processing systems have been cleared by the nuclear services group subsequent to Idia signing of the agreements, US companies like Hitachi owned Westinghouse Electric Company has now taken steps to move into India. A recent announcement to this effect has been made.

Himadri BanerjiChairman and Managing DirectorEcoUrja

India's Nuclear Winter Recedes Into History:6,000-MW of Nuclear Power in 2009?

July 24, 2009

Analysis of:US, India agree on nuclear and defense deals | www.csmonitor.com

The Indian government announced it was designating two nuclear power-plant sites for exclusive development by US companies and agreed to honor so-called "end-use monitoring" arrangements for high-technology military sales, which allow the US to sell military equipment in sensitive markets while ensuring that the equipment is used only for designated defensive tasks. With this India’s isolation from the nuclear world will come to an end

Sam TimpanoPresidentSam Timpano & Associates

A Birthday Still Worth Celebrating

July 5, 2009

Analysis of:Envoy Prepares to Visit Honduras | www.nytimes.com

Recent events in Iran and again in Honduras demonstrate the drift in American foreign policy and contributes to global confusion on what America stands for these days. These are just some private thoughts to share with all. Enjoy the 4th!

Sam TimpanoPresidentSam Timpano & Associates

Nice "touchy feely" and "green politics" no real meat

July 1, 2009

Analysis of:CSX Announces Commitment to Cut CO2 Emissions by Eight Percent | jacksonville.bizjournals.com

As we proceed along the path of everything green and while these efforts are press worthy and of corporate value these days, perception has to finally one day match science and reality.

Thomas ShewskiOwnerHigh Energy Services

Key Points Contained in Climate and Energy Bill Passed by U.S. House of Representatives

June 29, 2009

Analysis of:House Narrowly OKs Sweeping Climate Change Bill | www.dallasnews.com

    The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (“ACES”) on June 26, 2009.  The discussion below contains the key points in the Bill now headed to the Senate for debate and action.

Sam TimpanoPresidentSam Timpano & Associates

Transport fuel costs and economic recovery

June 26, 2009

Analysis of:The ups and downs of diesel | www.chron.com

Energy costs are at the heart of all economies and impact growth and most certainly recoveries from downturns. Transport fuel costs are second only to power generation in terms of importance to economic growth.

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