Aug 6, 2010

After discovering large gas fields in the Mediterranean last year, it looks like the financial guru’s have analyzed the value of the gas fields and apparently the find is worth Billions (yes, with a capital “B”). Israel Petroleum Company (IPC) has announced that the value of its 13.6% stakes in the Myra (Mira) and Sarah offshore licenses is...

Feb 23, 2010

It looks like 3GSolar, an Israeli company located in the eternal capital of Jerusalem may have created one of the first solar cells capable of operating in shade. (Globes Online) 3GSolar Ltd. claims to have achieved a breakthrough in photovoltaic cells. 3GSolar founder, president and chief scientist Dr. Jonathan Goldstein says, “Our 225-square centimeter...

Feb 17, 2010

(Image Credit: Better Place on Flickr) Israel, known as the home of Falafels, beaches and water technology may also add electric cars to the list as the Mediterranean nation is about to launch an electric grid next year. (Freep.com) The developers of a new electric vehicle say Israel is on schedule to inaugurate a revolutionary electric car grid by next year,...

Oct 7, 2009

While I have heard of Israeli’s using nuclear waste, solar energy and animal waste to power their cities, this is the first time that I have heard of them using commuters. (Haaretz.com) An Israeli company has developed a method of generating electricity from road traffic, and Israeli may look to implement the system on the nation’s highways. The...

Feb 17, 2009

Not too long ago there was news that Israel discovered a large amount of natural gas off the coast of Haifa. While discovering large reserves of natural gas is not really “breaking news” (as it is discovered all over the world very frequently) this one treasure trove may help Israel become energy independent (at least from foreign gas). (Israel...

Jan 8, 2009

With the global recession upon us, many families are trying to find inexpensive ways to heat their home. While many people choose wood stove furnaces (mainly because the expense is cheaper than oil and gas–especially if you get the wood for free), Israel may have a greener solution that does not require chopping down a tree. (Israel 21st Century) In the...

Dec 9, 2008

(Hat Tip: Cleantech Investing in Israel, Image: Ormat Olkaria III geothermal power plant in Kenya) After being in the news due to past political riots (and family ties to the President Elect), it looks like the nation of Kenya has yet another reason for being in the spotlight–this time for embracing green technology. (Ormat Press Release) Ormat...

Nov 10, 2008

With news of the global meltdown, upcoming worldwide recession and the massive layoffs affecting plans for the holidays, one would figure that most companies would be a little hesitant about investing their money into startups. While most companies would probably find it impossible (or at least very hard) to find wealthy individuals willing to finance a project,...

Oct 29, 2008

(Image Credit: Henrico County, VA) This is not the first time someone has used animal waste to keep the lights on (and it probably will not be the last either). But what makes this situation unique is that Dr. Sobhi Basheer of SB Biotechnologies is using enzymes instead of relying entirely on our silicon friends (aka machines). (Israel 21st Century) With his...

Oct 28, 2008

(Hat Tip: IsRealli) Whether its turning Nigerian deserts into gardens, shipping medical supplies to Kenya or simply building schools in Ethiopia, Israel continues to display an active role in African continent. Now, it looks as if an organization called Jewish Heart for Africa seeks to improve life conditions for the continent by providing electricity to rural...

Oct 12, 2008

(Hat Tip: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Image Credit: Gal “beivushtang” Forenberg) Mount Gilboa seems to be attracting more attention these days–and no I am not referring to the Jewish state’s attempts at constructing an Israeli-Palestinian industrial park or the cool green kibbutz that resides in the area. It looks as if Israel is...

Sep 22, 2008

(Image: Wind Turbines, Credit: IQWind) Wind Power (which is a near cousin of the Windmill) is one of the few green energy technologies that is not only “easy” to build, but also does not produce any harmful waste (i.e. like nuclear). Unfortunately the technology has not always been too efficient, with the blades turning at the same RPM (or...