EnergyFinancier's Comments

Green: Good for the Environment, Good for Business

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:07:49 -0400

If you're interested in learning more about finance and investment in green industries, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street, held June 18-19 in New York City. The event will feature more than 40 high-profile speakers from companies including GE, BP Alternative Energy, JPMorgan, Credit Suisse, and more. These industry leaders will share their thoughts on the current state of the industry, as well as where it is headed. Topics for discussion include solar power, wind energy, biofuels, the role of venture capital, the economic and policy factors fueling development, and more.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com.

Farm Bill and Oil Prices

Thu, 15 May 2008 16:10:38 -0400

Interesting. If you'd like to learn more about how policy developments affect the energy market, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street, held June 18-19 in New York City. One of the event sessions will feature representatives from the Institute for Sustainable Energy Policies, New Energy Finance, the Stella Group, and Lazard Freres & Co in a discussion about the economic and political factors fueling (or constraining) growth in the renewable energy sector. They will also examine the world energy trends, recent policy developments, and economic indicators that affect investment decisions.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com.

Senate May Kill Solar Rally

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:43:23 -0400

Despite the uncertainty of the Production Tax Credit, investors and financiers have increased their focus on renewable energy--especially solar. Certainly, if the PTC can be renewed, this would ensure future investment, lower prices, and increased consumption of renewable energy.

If you're interested in learning more about the economic and policy factors fueling renewable energy growth and development, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street, held June 18-19 in New York City. One of the official event sessions will feature representatives from the Institute for Sustainable Energy Policies, the Stella Group, Lazard Freres & Co, and New Energy Finance in a discussion about the world energy trends, policy developments, and economic factors influencing renewable energy finance.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com.

Canadian Solar Should Continue to Head Higher

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:25:00 -0400

The solar photovoltaics market is certainly interesting right now. If you'd like to learn more about solar stocks, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (), held June 18-19 in New York City. One of the official event sessions will feature the CEOs of First Solar, LDK Solar, Applied Materials, and SunPower in a discussion about the future of the photovoltaics industry, as well as the economic and policy factors fueling development and growth. Other topics of discussion at the event will include solar thermal, wind energy, biofuels, carbon finance, the role of venture capital, and more.

Clorox: When Green Works as an Investment Opportunity

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:21:50 -0400

If you're interested in green investments, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. One of the official event sessions will feature representatives from VantagePoint Ventures, Hudson Clean Energy Partners, and Technology Partners in a discussion about the role of venture capitalists and investors in promoting clean, renewable sources of energy. The speakers will share their thoughts on where money can be made in the industry, and which technologies are the most promising for the future.

Oil at $127, Buy Sunpower

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:16:39 -0400

If you're interested in SunPower, you should check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (), held June 18-19 in New York City. The CEO of SunPower, Thomas Werner, will join the CEOs of First Solar, LDK Solar, and Applied Materials in a discussion about the future of the photovoltaics industry. Other topics for discussion at the event include solar thermal, wind energy, biofuels, carbon finance, the role of venture capital, and more.

Wednesday's Options Outlook: ISIL, TPG, BUD, YHOO, ESLR, SOL, DE, AMAT, WFMI

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:32:38 -0400

If you'd like to hear more about renewable energy stocks, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (), held June 18-19 in New York City. REFF-WS provides an opportunity for financiers, investors, and renewable energy project developers to network and share ideas about the future of the industry. The event will feature more than 40 high profile speakers from companies such as First Solar, LDK Solar, Applied Materials, and more, who will provide insights into the future of the renewables industry.

On Oil Prices: Time to Confront Reality

Wed, 14 May 2008 14:09:39 -0400

Well said. The "true solutions to the energy problem" include increasing our focus on clean, renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and biofuels.

If you're interested in learning more about renewable energy finance and development, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. REFF-WS provides an opportunity for investors, financiers, renewable energy project developers, and other renewable energy stakeholders to network and share ideas about the future. The event will feature more than 40 high profile speakers from companies like BP Alternative Energy, Boeing, GE, and JPMorgan, discussing topics such as solar power, wind energy, carbon finance, biofuels, and more.

Options Trader: Wednesday Outlook

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:57:04 -0400

You may be interested to know that First Solar's CEO Mike Ahearn will be presenting at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street ( www.reffwallstreet.com ) along with the executives of solar companies like Good Energies, SEIA, LDK Solar, Applied Materials, SunPower, GE Energy, JPMorgan, AWEA, NordBank, Acciona, BrightSource, and Abengoa Solar, as well as numerous other RE executives. Mr. Ahearn will be leading a discussion of investment opportunities in Solar PV.

My Top 5 Alternative Energy Stocks - and 10 Honorable Mentions

Tue, 13 May 2008 12:06:48 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about First Solar, Applied Materials, and SunPower, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. The CEOs from all three companies will be speaking about the future of the photovoltaics industry and the economic and policy factors influencing project development.

Will LDK's New Company Create Competition for First Solar?

Tue, 13 May 2008 11:11:16 -0400

Wow! Did you know that LDK, First Solar and Applied Materials CEOs will all be presenting at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (www.reffwallstreet.com), June 18-19 in NYC? They'll be joined by other Solar executives from companies like SunPower, Acciona and Abengoa Solar.

Will LDK's New Company Create Competition for First Solar?

Tue, 13 May 2008 11:10:28 -0400

If you're interested in LDK Solar and First Solar, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (), held June 18-19 in New York City. LDK Solar's CEO, Xiaofeng Peng, will join First Solar's CEO, Mike Ahearn, as well as representatives from SunPower and Applied Materials, in a discussion about the future of the photovoltaics industry.

LDK Solar Earnings and the Dark Cloud of Polysilicon Shortages

Tue, 13 May 2008 11:03:02 -0400

If you are interested in LDK Solar and poly silicon investments, you might be interested in meeting the LDK Solar CEO Xiaofeng Peng at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street ( reffwallstreet.com ), June 18-19 in NYC. He'll be joining the executives of First Solar, Applied Materials, SunPower, Acciona, Abengoa Solar, and BrightSource Energy -- along with 30 other executives from other renewable technologies. Specifically, LDK Solar's CEO will discuss the growth of Solar PV.

LDK Solar Worth $23B?

Tue, 13 May 2008 11:01:31 -0400

If you like LDK Solar, you might be interested in meeting their CEO Xiaofeng Peng at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (www.reffwallstreet.com), June 18-19 in NYC. He'll be joining the executives of First Solar, Applied Materials, SunPower, Acciona, Abengoa Solar, and BrightSource Energy -- along with 30 other executives from other renewable technologies. Specifically, LDK Solar's CEO will discuss the growth of Solar PV.

SunPower Buy Opportunity?

Mon, 12 May 2008 09:58:59 -0400

If you'd like to hear what SunPower's CEO has to say on the subject, you should check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. Thomas Werner, SunPower's CEO, along with First Solar's CEO, Mike Ahearn, will discuss the financial issues associated with solar photovoltaics, including market growth, market share, and policies to promote development. In addition to solar power, topics for discussion at REFF will include wind energy, biofuels, carbon finance, and more.

Solar Up Thanks to Eye Popping Gains; Renewable Electricity Too

Mon, 12 May 2008 09:39:02 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about renewable energy finance from the experts, you should check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. REFF-WS will feature over 40 high profile speakers from companies such as BP Alternative Energy, Boeing, Credit Suisse, GE, and many more. Topics for discussion will include wind energy, sun power, biofuels, and economic and policy factors fueling renewable energy development.

Carbon Trading: Fast Growth But Key Vulnerabilities

Fri, 09 May 2008 14:28:47 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about the potential for a U.S. carbon market, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. Representatives from Credit Suisse, New Carbon Finance, EcoSecurities Group, and Duke Energy will speak at the event, discussing the potential for carbon finance in the United States. Other event sessions will feature discussions of solar power, wind energy, advanced biofuels, and the economic and policy factors fueling renewable energy development.

There's a Solar Shakeout Coming - Citigroup

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:47:46 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about prospects for First Solar and SunPower, you should attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFFWallStreet.com), held June 18-19 in New York City. First Solar's CEO, Mike Ahearn, and SunPower's CEO, Thomas Werner, will be featured speakers at the event, sharing their thoughts on the future of the solar photovoltaics industry. Other event sessions include discussions of wind power, advanced biofuels, and the economic and policy factors fueling renewable energy development.

Only Renewables Gain Once Again (Week Ending 5/2)

Thu, 08 May 2008 11:54:49 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about the future market for renewable energy, you should check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum (REFF), held June 18-19 in New York City. REFF provides an opportunity for financiers, investors, and renewable energy project developers to network, strike deals, and share ideas about the future of the industry. Speakers will include over 40 high profile industry leaders, discussing topics such as solar power, wind energy, biofuels, market trends, and much more.

For more information, visit REFFWallStreet.com.

First Solar: Large Intangible Assets and High PEs Go Together

Wed, 07 May 2008 12:21:22 -0400

If you want to understand First Solar's investing strategy, you can meet their CEO Mike Ahearn in person at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (www.reffwallstreet.com), in NYC on June 18-19. He'll be joining the executives of LDK Solar, Applied Materials, SunPower, Good Energies and SEIA, in addition to 35 other executives in other technologies. Last year, 40% of attendees where CFOs, CEOs or Managing Directors.

PUW: Progressive Energy Stocks Progress Toward Cleaner Energy

Fri, 02 May 2008 12:11:45 -0400

Frflyer is right--solar and wind energy producers receive few subisidies and tax credits compared to the amount given to the oil and gas industry, and even biofuels producers. Nonetheless, investment and development has grown in the past few years, and that growth is certain to continue.
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Kleiner Perkins Goes Green With $1.2 Billion - And Al Gore

Thu, 01 May 2008 16:18:23 -0400

If you're interested in learning more about investment in clean technologies like renewable energy, I suggest you check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum, held June 18-19 in New York City. REFF provides an opportunity for financiers and renewable energy project developers to network, strike deals, and share ideas. One of the official sessions will feature representatives from Technology Partners, VantagePoint Venture Capital Partners, and Hudson Clean Energy Partners in a discussion about the role and future of venture capital in renewable energy.

For more information, visit REFFWallStreet.com.

M&A Opportunities May Get a Boost From Economic Downturn

Thu, 01 May 2008 15:45:22 -0400

If you'd like to see financial experts to discuss the state of M&A activity in person, I suggest you attend the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (www.reffwallstreet.com) on June 18-19, 2008. Session 7, "M&A - The coming wave of consolidation?" will be lead by exectives from Credit Suisse, Winston & Strawn, Morgan Stanley, Banc of Americas, and Citigroup.

Update on LDK Solar, Applied Materials Thin Film Deal

Thu, 01 May 2008 14:48:50 -0400

You may be interested that both LDK Solar and Applied Materials' executives will be presenting at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (www.reffwallstreet.com), June 18-19, 2008 in NYC.

How Much are You Willing to Pay for First Solar's Growth?

Thu, 01 May 2008 13:35:03 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about the prospects for the solar photovoltaics industry, the CEO of First Solar, Mike Ahearn, will be speaking at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street, held June 18-19 in New York City. REFF brings together financiers, investors, and renewable energy project developers to network and share ideas about the future of the renewable energy industry. In addition to First Solar's CEO, over 40 high profile industry leaders will be speaking at the event, discussing topics such as wind energy, biofuels, market drivers, and more.

For more information, visit REFFWallStreet.com.

First Solar, Inc. Q1 2008 Earnings Call Transcript

Thu, 01 May 2008 11:03:39 -0400

If you'd like to learn more about prospects for First Solar, Mike Ahearn, First Solar's CEO, will be speaking at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum, held this June in New York City. Mr. Ahearn will join representatives from LDK Solar, Applied Materials, and SunPower to discuss the future for the solar photovoltaics industry. In addition, 40 other industry leaders will speak about such topics as wind energy, biofuels, market drivers, and more.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com.

The Politics of Gas Prices: Comprehensive Energy Policy Needed

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:35:42 -0400

Interesting. While effective policies are obviously important, consistent policies (especially energy policies) are pretty rare. Though legislative effort is necessary, people must do what they can to promote alternative energy sources without relying too heavily on tax incentives or other policy tools. If renewable energy developers only invest because of the promise of tax incentives, this puts the industry in tremendous danger if the incentives are not extended. Thus, we must focus our attention on the market.

Numerous companies--even big oil companies--have begun to notice the vast potential for renewables, and renewable stocks have posted gains even while the rest of the stock market has shown losses. The time is now to capitalize on renewables, as sustained investment is perpaps the only way to ensure growth in the renewable energy sector.

If you'd like to learn more about renewable energy finance, I suggest you check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum (REFF), held June 18-19, 2008 in New York City. REFF brings together financiers and renewable energy project developers to network and share ideas about the future of renewable energy finance. Speakers include over 40 high profile industry leaders.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com

Valero: Oil Refiner’s Profits Cracking

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:44:26 -0400

To me, this suggests that the time has come to shift our focus to renewables. Despite the losses occurring everywhere else on the stock market, renewable energy companies continue to post gains. A number of investors and financiers have begun to notice, and even big oil companies such as BP and Chevron are beginning to capitalize on the renewables market. If you'd like to learn more about the current status and future prospects for renewable energy, I suggest you check out the Renewable Energy Finance Forum (REFF), held this June in New York City. REFF provides an opportunity for all affected stakeholders in the industry to network and share ideas on the future of renewable energy finance.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com.

FiveTop Green Week Stocks

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:51:32 -0400

Interesting thoughts. If you'd like to learn more about renewable energy finance, and the prospects for companies such as First Solar, the CEO of First Solar, Mike Ahearn, will be speaking at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum, held June 18-19 in NYC.

The Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street brings together financiers, investors, and renewable energy project developers to network, strike deals, and learn how money is made in the industry. In addition to First Solar's CEO, over 40 of the highest profile industry leaders will be speaking at the event, sharing their ideas and insights on the future of renewable energy. In short, it is a "must attend" event for anyone involved in the renewable energy sector.

For more information, visit www.REFFWallStreet.com.

SunPower Heats Up Portfolios

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:31:06 -0400

Speaking of SunPower, their Chief Executive Officer, Thomas H. Werner, will join a speaking panel of his peers at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (www.reffwallstreet.com), June 18-19 in NYC. Others include executives from First Solar, LDK Solar, Acciona, BrightSource and Abengoa, to name a few. Last year, 40% of attendees were CFOs, CEOs or Managing Directors.