Alternative Energy

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Solar Stocks: Wait Out the Tariff Wars

New U.S. duties on subsidized Chinese solar panels could do more harm than good. More 

First Solar Turns to Catch Shifting Rays

The company plans to focus on developing solar power plants and offering services to utilities rather than just selling solar panels. More 

With Cheap Natural Gas, Who Needs Nukes?

A glut of natural gas has upended the cost-benefit of new and existing nuclear plants. More 

Geothermal Is Heating Up

Ormat Technologies is a great bet on this fast-growing energy source. More 

Cellulosic Ethanol: The Fuel of the Future?

High petroleum prices have reinvigorated interest in biofuels -- and a number of second-gen biofuel stocks could be ready to catch a rising tide. More 

Natural Gas: Winner by Default?

Smart, routine use of natural gas for transportation is still a long way away, but its prospects beat any other source you can name. More 

Is This the Spark Green Vehicles Need?

Obama's 'All-of-the-above' alternative fuels push is raising hopes. But even if Congress approves, it'll be years before companies see the benefits. More