Plan for biggest solar project in the U.S. ALLENTOWN, Pa., May 13 (UPI) -- PPL Renewable Energy announced plans for the largest U.S. rooftop solar installation.

Brazil launches greenhouse gas program BRASILIA, Brazil, May 13 (UPI) -- Brazil launched the Brazil Greenhouse Gas Protocol Program under which 12 corporate members have agreed to report their global-warming emissions.

DoE: U.S. can hit 20 percent wind by 2030 WASHINGTON, May 13 (UPI) -- Wind power is capable of becoming a major contributor to America's electricity supply, a report released by the U.S. Department of Energy says.

S. Arabia to pay for fuel at JEC plant RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 13 (UPI) -- Saudi Arabia will subsidize the cost of fuel for a Jazan Economic City power plant.

India's oil firms seek state intervention NEW DELHI, May 13 (UPI) -- India's four state-run oil companies have asked the government to immediately address the subsidy issue or face the prospect of the firms going bust.

India eyes Indonesian coal mines NEW DELHI, May 13 (UPI) -- India's National Thermal Power Corp. is planning to a buy a majority stake in Indonesian coal mines by the end of the year.

Shell leaves the South Pars project TEHRAN, May 12 (UPI) -- Royal Dutch Shell formally announced it is leaving the Iran South Pars project.

New oil found in Tasmania HOBART, Australia, May 12 (UPI) -- Tasmania could be on the verge of a multibillion-dollar oil and gas boom.

Vietnam oil refinery under construction THANH HOA , Vietnam, May 12 (UPI) -- Ground was broken for a giant oil refinery in Thanh Hoa province in Vietnam.

British Energy will not go to EDF LONDON, May 12 (UPI) -- The British government has ruled out selling British Energy to just one bidder.

China gets most of its oil from Mideast BEIJING, May 12 (UPI) -- Fast-growing energy consumption has driven China to the Middle East for supplies.

India's BHEL takes over BHPVL VISAKHAPATNAM, India, May 12 (UPI) -- India's equipment major Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. has taken over Bharat Heavy Plate and Vessels Ltd.

IOC to promote branded fuel NEW DELHI, May 12 (UPI) -- India's state-run Indian Oil Corp. Ltd. said it is going ahead full steam to promote its branded fuel.

Australia's oil investment is up this year SYDNEY, May 9 (UPI) -- Investment in Australia's oil firms increased at the beginning of 2008.

Canadian oil firm increases exploration CALGARY, Alberta, May 9 (UPI) -- Duvernay Oil Corp. of Calgary, Alberta, has added $50 million to its 2008 capital plan.

South American Energy Council inaugurated CARACAS, Venezuela, May 9 (UPI) -- The first South American Energy Council was inaugurated in Venezuela.

Nuclear plan nearly ready in Egypt CAIRO, May 9 (UPI) -- Egypt is reportedly in the final stages of revising its national nuclear strategy.

Japan, China sign oil cooperation deal BEIJING, May 9 (UPI) -- Japan and China may be close to reaching an oil cooperation agreement.

NTPC to buy coal blocks overseas NEW DELHI, May 9 (UPI) -- State-run National Thermal Power Corp. is looking to buy coal blocks in Indonesia, Mozambique and South Africa to bridge the fuel supply shortfall.

MRPL to invest $2B in refinery expansion NEW DELHI, May 9 (UPI) -- Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd. will invest $2 billion over the next three years to expand the capacity of its refinery in Mangalore, India.

U.S. wind installations up in 1st quarter WASHINGTON, May 8 (UPI) -- The U.S. wind industry is installing equipment rapidly before incentives expire.

PTTEP focuses on LNG security BANGKOK, May 8 (UPI) -- Thailand's PTTEP said it plans to speeds up its liquefied natural gas projects.

Petronas, partners strike oil offshore KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 8 (UPI) -- Malaysia-based Petronas and its partners struck oil and gas in Mauritania.

Centrica fights for bid as RWE drops out LONDON, May 8 (UPI) -- British Energy remains at the center of a heated bidding war.

Brazil focuses on nuclear program RIO DE JANEIRO, May 8 (UPI) -- Brazil's government plans to move forward with its nuclear program.

Power is India's highest priority NEW DELHI, May 8 (UPI) -- India says its highest priorities are providing reliable, affordable, secure and sustainable energy to all consumers.

Hinduja to set up refinery in India NEW DELHI, May 8 (UPI) -- Global private energy major Hinduja Group said it is planning to set up a refinery at Kakinada, in India's Andhra Pradesh state.

DoE announces carbon-storage funding WASHINGTON, May 7 (UPI) -- The U.S. Department of Energy announced $126.6 million in carbon-capture funding.

Severn Estuary project moves forward LONDON, May 7 (UPI) -- Britain's Severn Estuary tidal project will be continued by a new consortium.

India seeks new uranium sources NEW DELHI, May 7 (UPI) -- A uranium shortage has India's nuclear plants running below capacity.

Vestas announces order in Greece RANDERS, Denmark, May 7 (UPI) -- Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas Wind Systems secured an order for 34 wind turbines from European wind energy investor and developer REnInvest.

EDF poised to make British Energy an offer LONDON, May 7 (UPI) -- British Energy may be taken over by France's EDF.

CIL, Indian Railways to form task force NEW DELHI, May 7 (UPI) -- State-run Coal India Ltd. and Indian Railways said they will form a task force to monitor the movement of coal.

Tata Steel to invest in Australian mines NEW DELHI, May 7 (UPI) -- India's Tata Steel and Brazil's Vale will invest $379.41 million in coal mines in Australia, a Tata news release said.

Peaceful nuclear cooperation deal signed MOSCOW, May 6 (UPI) -- Officials from the United States and Russia signed a bilateral agreement Tuesday for continued cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

Kazakhstan, Japan team up on nuclear TOKYO, May 6 (UPI) -- Kazakhstan and Japan have signed a deal to work together on atomic energy.

Geyser power well tests positive VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 6 (UPI) -- Vancouver-based Western GeoPower Corp. announced a successful test of its geyser field.

Vietnam may pass nuclear policy in May HANOI, Vietnam, May 6 (UPI) -- Vietnam's National Assembly is likely to approve a nuclear energy law this month.

PT Medco to up drilling development JAKARTA, May 6 (UPI) -- PT Medco E&P Indonesia plans to spend $260 million on oil and gas blocks.

ADB to fund 'green' buildings in China BEIJING, May 6 (UPI) -- The Asian Development Bank is extending more than $114 million to energy-efficiency projects in China.

India carrying out drilling in nine places NEW DELHI, May 6 (UPI) -- India said it is carrying out oil and gas exploration and production drilling activities in seven states and two offshore areas.

Iraq extends cutoff for Iran pipeline bids WASHINGTON, May 6 (UPI) -- Iraq's Oil Ministry has extended the deadline for companies to submit plans to design and supply the equipment for pipelines to and from Iran.

NTPC seeks additional gas from PMT fields NEW DELHI, May 6 (UPI) -- India's National Thermal Power Corp. has demanded additional gas supplies from the Panna-Mukta-Tapti fields.

AEP CEO: U.S. needs new electric authority OKLAHOMA CITY, May 5 (UPI) -- The United States could be facing a critical electricity shortage if new plants aren't built, says AEP Chairman, President and CEO Michael Morris.

Oil profits may lead to more investment TORONTO, May 5 (UPI) -- Reports by oil companies suggest profits surged on record crude prices and could mean increased international investment in oil sands.

Canadian government gives funds to NRC VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 5 (UPI) -- The Canadian government announced a $13.6 million investment in fuel cells.

Centrica to talk with EDF on bid for BE LONDON , May 5 (UPI) -- Centrica, the owner of British Gas, will hold talks with bidders this week.

Oil prices add to oil sands' allure CALGARY, Alberta, May 5 (UPI) -- As oil prices rise, tar sands and oil sands have become a more lucrative investment, the Calgary Herald reported.

HPCL shifts wind-power plant to Rajasthan NEW DELHI, May 5 (UPI) -- India's Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. is shifting its wind-power project from Maharashtra to Rajasthan state following protests.

India's CIL to enter into power generation NEW DELHI, May 5 (UPI) -- State-run Coal India Ltd. is fast diversifying into power generation, causing coal shortages for power-generating utilities.