Written by BACC Editor Tuesday, 21 February 2012 19:34

California Leads Nation in Green-Tech Venture Funding

California eclipsed other states last year in collecting venture capital funding for clean technology, according to a recently released analysis from Ernst & Young. California companies collected $2.8 billion, or 57 percent, of the $4.9 billion in clean-tech sector venture capital funding nationwide last year, the report found. BACC partner Better Place and San Jose-based Stion among the leaders. Read more here.

Written by BACC Editor Thursday, 16 February 2012 21:28

EPRI's faster, cheaper EV charging system

Palo Alto-based EPRI will demonstrate a prototype for fast charging electric vehicles that could be used by utilities for other purposes too. EPRI says the technology is fast and flexible - and more efficient and cheaper to install than today's commercial systems. We thought you'd like to know more about this multi-tasking charging system as it could be a real step forward for EVs, utilities and other businesses. More>>

Written by BACC Editor Thursday, 16 February 2012 21:14

ETAP workshop on Feb 23rd

The Energy Technology Assistance Program (ETAP), in collaboration with the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG), is offering a free half-day workshop on Thursday, February 23rd. Guest speakers include BACC Executive Director Rafael Reyes as well as public agencies,  research centers, non-profits, and utilities. Presentations and discussion will cover strategies that can help your organization push the envelope on smart energy savings. Topics include bulk LED streetlight procurements, electric vehicle opportunities, building commissioning, demand response and load shifting, and achieving zero net energy buildings.

More information here.

Date and Location:

Thursday, February 23rd

9:00am – 12:30pm

ABAG Joseph P. Bort MetroCenter Auditorium

101 Eighth Street, Oakland (across the street from Lake Merritt BART station)

Lunch Provided

Remote Attendance via WebEx will be Available

RSVP:

To RSVP please contact Heidi Hauenstein at 510-482-4420 x219 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Written by BACC Editor Friday, 10 February 2012 22:10

Consumer Demand for Solar Energy Soars

Consumer demand for alternative energy is soaring, amounting to a boon for California companies such as BACC SunShares sponsor SolarCity, SunRun, and Sungevity that lease solar panels to homeowners at little or no up-front cost. The result: a boost in demand and availability of solar for residents who could not pay up front costs to install solar panels. Read more here.