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Tesla Motors using Dana's battery cooling tech in the Roadster

November 11, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Ohio-based parts supplier says its technology helps to keep lithium-ion batteries cool and extend their lifespan in hybrid and electric vehicles. Full Story »

Back on track? Cleantech VC deals continue global growth

September 30, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Cleantech sees second straight period of recovery in third quarter, as it takes biotech's crown as the dominant category for venture capital investment. Full Story »

New business opportunities opening with lithium battery recycling

September 25, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Canaccord Adams analyst suggests lithium recycling and price increases are likely to go hand in hand with demand for hybrid and electric vehicles.  Full Story »

Biggest energy efficiency deal of '09 goes to Serious Materials

September 22, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Silicon Valley-based company brings in $60 million in venture capital to further develop next-gen green building products. Full Story »

Tesla calls new investment 'endorsement'

September 15, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - On the heels of delivering its 700th Roadster, the electric automaker today announced a new $82.5M round led by new investor London-based Fjord Capital Partners. Full Story »

Next round of DOE loan guarantee companies look to follow Solyndra

September 10, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - U.S. Department of Energy loan guarantee adviser Steve Spinner cautions that government-funded loans need to be repaid. Full Story »

Tesla Motors sidesteps former CEO's lawsuit

Cleantech's most litigious startup Tesla Motors is likely celebrating today, after reports surfaced that a judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by the company's former CEO.

Abu Dhabi fund takes 4 percent of Tesla Motors

July 13, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Aabar Investments purchases stake from Daimler in order to explore development of electric vehicles. Full Story »

ECOtality pulls $15M to build EV charging network in China

July 6, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Arizona company also secures $2.5 million for its U.S. efforts to deploy rapid charging stations for electric vehicles. Full Story »

Cleantech may have seen the worst, rebounding to $1.2B in 2Q09

July 1, 2009 - by Lisa Sibley - Investment in electric vehicles, biofuels and advanced batteries are booming, while solar is in its lowest slump yet, according to new findings today from the Cleantech Group. Full Story »
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