Green Technologies: Market Research Report
The global outlook series on the Green Technologies Industry provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings.
Illustrated with 73 fact-rich market data tables, the report offers a rudimentary overview of the industry, and highlights latest trends, issues and demand drivers.
Regional markets briefly abstracted and covered include United States, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Poland, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, the Netherlands, the UK, and Sweden), Asia-Pacific (Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam), Middle East & Africa and Latin America (Argentina, Brazil and Mexico).
The report offers a compilation of recent mergers, acquisitions, and strategic corporate developments.
Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses and contact details of 1,015 companies worldwide.
Illustrated with 73 fact-rich market data tables, the report offers a rudimentary overview of the industry, and highlights latest trends, issues and demand drivers.
Regional markets briefly abstracted and covered include United States, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Poland, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, the Netherlands, the UK, and Sweden), Asia-Pacific (Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam), Middle East & Africa and Latin America (Argentina, Brazil and Mexico).
The report offers a compilation of recent mergers, acquisitions, and strategic corporate developments.
Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses and contact details of 1,015 companies worldwide.
1.INDUSTRY OVERVIEW & OUTLOOK
Green Technology: A Reinvention of the Use of Resources to Create a Sustainable Economy
Environmental Concerns Drive Green Technologies
Investments – Critical for Green Development
Venture Capital Investments Continue to Improve
Standard Measurement Frameworks – A Key Requirement for Green Investment
A Review of Technologies Under the Green Umbrella
Renewable Energy Technologies: The Road Ahead
Wind Energy Market Raises a Toast Towards a Bright Future
Solar Energy: A Part of the Modern Energy Mix Portfolio
Government Participation in Boosting Solar Energy: Critical to Market Fortunes
Will Subsidies Continue? – A Million Dollar Question
Green Energy Initiatives to Spur Growth in Solar Thermal Power Market
Global Solar Thermal Power Stations Presently in Operation (2010)
Waxing Importance of Smart Energy Management in the IT Industry
Green IT Ushers in the Era of Sustainable ICT
Companies Jumpstart Sustainable IT Planning Processes
2.CURRENT MARKET SCENARIO
Recession Impact In Retrospect
Implications of Recession on Renewable Energy
Wind Energy – A Key Contributor
PV Cells & Modules Market Quickly Recovers from Dark Spell in 2009
PV Installations Increase in 2010
Green Buildings –Bright Spot Amid Gloom for Construction Sector
Green IT Skirts the Recession
Green Automobiles Attract Demand Despite Recession
What’s In-Store for the NGV Market?
NGVs: The Most Pragmatic Solution to Reduce Carbon Footprint
Green Chemistry: Growth Fundamentals to Get Stronger in the Post Recession Period
3.MARKET TRENDS & ISSUES
The Need to Report Measure, Monitor & Report Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drives Business Case for Adoption of Green Technologies
Rising Electricity Consumption & Energy Prices Drives Demand for Renewable Energy
Carbon Credit: An Innovative Approach to Curb GHG Emissions
Increasing Role of Public Sector
Cost Reductions “Thru” Energy Savings
Penchant for “Green” Certified Products Rise
Virtualization of IT Infrastructure: The Way to Go for Green IT
Greener Computing Now Possible Through the Clouds
Increased Demand for Diesel Automotives Offers Growth Prospects for Biodiesel
Green Trend Permeates the Lubricant Oil & Greases Market
Decreasing Costs of Wind Energy Generation
Green Batteries Demand Reaching to a New Level
Oil and Gas Companies to Produce Alternative Energy
Overcapacity, Overinvestment will Fan Consolidation Drive
Development of Green Technologies – Scene Shifts to Developing Countries
Challenges
4.GREEN TECHNOLOGY – A SEGMENTAL OVERVIEW
Green Buildings
Green Building Materials
Advantages of Green Buildings
Reduction in Energy Consumption
Reduction of Waste
Key Market Drivers
Rising Energy Consumption Propels Demand for Green Building Materials
Green Concept Goes Global
Market Analytics
Renewable Energy
Solar Power
Solar Cells
Solar Heating
Market Drivers
Government Participation in Boosting Solar Energy: Critical to Market Fortunes
World Bank Also Plays Active Role in Solar Energy Sector
Developed Nations Lead the Market While Developing Nations Drive Growth
Need to Achieve Grid Parity to Drive Future Growth
Key Market Share Statistics
Major Photovoltaic Power Plants
Market Analytics
Wind Power
Impact on Environment
Doubly-fed Electric Machine
Key Market Drivers
Offshore Market to Sail Ahead of Onshore
Surging Wind Energy Industry Fans Demand for Wind Turbines
Wind Energy Research Projects Get a Shot in the Arm
Market Share Statistics
Market Analytics:
Geothermal Power
Advantages
Disadvantages
Economic Viability of Geothermal Energy
Key Market Drivers
Share of Geothermal Energy to Expand In the Energy Mix
Developed Nations Drive Market Growth
Market Share Statistics
Market Analytics:
Hydropower
Market Analytics
Ocean Energy
Increasing Investments in Research & Development
Europe: Dominates Technology Development
Future Looks Bright
Types of Ocean Energy
Tidal Power
Wave power
Salt Power
Statistical Findings
Biogas
Expanding Applications of Biogas
Transportation Industry Shows Interest in Biogas
Investment Opportunities in Biogas Sector
Biodiesel
Vehicular Emissions
The Cost Factor
Key Market Drivers
Ever-Increasing Petroleum Prices Fueling Demand for Biodiesel
Interest in Renewable Fuels Boosts Biodiesel Demand
Environmentally Driven Legislation Influences the Market
Market Analytics:
Green IT/Computing
Background
Virtualization
Power Management
Power Supply
Storage
Display
Materials Recycling
Energy Efficient Displays
Telecommuting
Key Market Drivers:
Green IT Transitions from “Obligation” to “Opportunity”
Traditional IT Service Providers Throw Their Hat Into the Green IT Ring
Green Data Centers: The Way of the Future
Governments Wield the Iron Fist On Non-Green IT Procurement Practices
Guidelines & Directives Pressurize Adoption
Market Analytics:
Hybrid Vehicles
Automotive Powertrain Technologies Migrate Towards Environmentally Friendly Alternatives
Hybrid Powertrains: The Pros & Cons of Successful Commercialization
Types of Hybrid Engine
Hybrid Electric-Petroleum Vehicles
Continuously Outboard Recharged Battery Electric Vehicle (CORBEV)
Hybrid Fuel (Dual Mode)
Fluid Power Hybrid
Plug-in Hybrid Electrical Vehicles (PHEV)
Key Market Drivers:
Reduced Environmental Impact of Hybrid Vehicles
Challenges
Shortage of Raw Materials
Impact of Hybrid Car Batteries Used in Hybrid Vehicles
Green Packaging
Green Chemistry
Chemical Industry Turns Green
Renewable Chemicals
Europe Leads Renewable Chemicals Market
Environmental Concerns Drive Renewable Chemicals Market
Renewable Technologies Gains Critical Mass
Food Industry Shows Interest in Renewable Feedstock
Investment Scenario in Renewable Chemicals and Industrial Biotechnology
Industrial Biotechnology: The Next Generation Technology for Developing Renewable Chemicals
Biocatalysts Witness Greater Demand from Chemistry Related Industries
Demand for biocatalysts Grows Rapidly in Asia
A Straight Talk About the Market’s Future
Market Statistics
Green Nanotechnology
State of the Nanotechnology Industry: A Review
Nanomaterials & Nanoparticles Witness Robust Activity
Focus on Improved Performance to Bring New Manufacturing Methods for Nanomaterials
Research & Development – The Nanotechnology Lifeline
US, EU and Japan – Spearheading Nanotech R&D Revolution
National Initiatives Promote R&D Efforts in Rest of World
Government Bodies & Venture Capitalists Fuel Research Initiatives
Market Statistics
Review of Select Nanotechnology Sectors
Nanotools
Nanofilms
Nanocatalysts
Carbon Nanotubes
Nanocomposites
Nanomagnetics
5.REGULATORY BODIES
Environmental Protection Agency (US)
The Clean Tech Institute (US)
The Clean Technology and Sustainable Industries Organization (US)
European Committee of Environmental Technology Suppliers Association (Belgium)
Green Technology Alliance (US)
The Environmental Industry Associations (US)
Renewable Energy Association (UK)
International Green Energy Council (US)
World Green Building Council (Canada)
The U.S. Green Building Council (US)
6.PRODUCT LAUNCHES
7.MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
8.STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS
REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
1.THE UNITED STATES
Market Overview
Green Technology in the US: A Review
Creating Suitable Framework for Green Technology Industry
Venture Capital Funding Improves after a Temporary Lull
Investments in Renewable Energy Technologies On the Rise
Wind Energy Industry
US Solar Photovoltaic Market
Outlook
Emerging Solar Thermal Technologies to Fulfill Future Energy Requirements
Decreasing Importance of Geothermal Energy
Expanding Size of the Hybrid Vehicles Market
High Time to Focus on Renewable Energy
Market Trends
Escalating Market for Green Building & Green Building Materials
Energy Efficiency Remains a Dominating Factor For the US Companies to Adopt Green IT Policies
Government Initiatives Will Promote PV Market in the US
Expanding Market for Small Wind Turbines in US
Thin-Film Cells to Drive Solar-Cell Market
Price Declines to Promote New Installations
Biodiesel – Regulations Create Opportunities
2.CANADA
Canada: High on Winds
Solar Energy to Grow in Canada
Canada to Invest in Solar Energy
Government Initiatives Over the Years
3.JAPAN
Green Energy
METI Subsidizes Green Tech Initiatives
Renewable Energy
Wind Energy
Solar Energy
4.EUROPE
Market Overview
Environmental Technology Gaining Importance
The Green Certificates System Catching Up with Europe
EC’s New Proposals for Promoting Green Energy
Wind Energy Market
Solar PV Market
Status of PV Tariffs and Related Subsidies in Select EU Countries
Green Building Market
Green Building Market – Drivers and Restraints
Future Expectations
Europe - A Major Producer and Consumer of Biodiesel
In Car Green Technologies and their Potential
Market Trends
Solar Photovoltaic Segment Witnesses Exponential Growth
Expanding Size of the European Solar Thermal Industry
Increasing Demand for Green Buildings
Increasing Importance of Biofuels
4A.FRANCE
Promising Developments in Green Tech
An Overview of Wind Energy Sector
Solar Usage in France
Governmental Support and Funding
Marine Energy
4B.GERMANY
Green IT Sector: Market Overview
German Wind Energy Market
New Renewable Energy Law Spurs Wind Energy Expansion
German Solar Market
4C.GREECE
Wind Energy Market
Solar PV Market
4D.ITALY
Zeroing In on the Benefits of Green Energy
Solar PV Market
4E.NORWAY
Energy Mix in Norway
4F.POLAND
Factors Facilitating Growth of Renewable Energy in Poland
Wind Energy and Biomass Leads Renewable Energy Market
4G.RUSSIA
Opportunities for Green Buildings in Russia
Role of Government
Russian Solar Sector
4H.SLOVAKIA
New Legislation to Support Renewable Energy Sources
4I.SPAIN
Wind Energy Market
Solar Market
4J.THE NETHERLANDS
Taking a Crack at Green Energy
4K.THE UNITED KINGDOM
Government Incentives to Promote Green IT Strategies
Wind Energy Market
Solar Market
Fast Adopting the Green Building Concept
Government Subsidies For Energy Conservation
4L.SWEDEN
Wind Energy Scenario in Sweden
5.ASIA-PACIFIC
Asia-Pacific to Witness Increased Activity in Green Development
Asia Pins Great Expectations on Green IT
Wind Energy Industry
PV Market – An Overview
'Green' Exports – Promising Business for Developing Economies
5A.AUSTRALIA
Demand for Single National Strategy for Green Technologies
Australian Wind Energy Market
PV Market – An Overview
5B.CHINA
Overview
China – The New Leader in Renewable Energy
Wind Power as a Case in Point
Wind Energy
Solar Energy Market
PV Industry Receives Heavy Blow from Recession, Government Comes to Rescue
Chinese Solar Industry Outweighs Japan in Solar Production
China Poised to Become Major Solar Energy Consumer
Government Policies for Long Term Growth of PV Industry
Competition from Traditional Energy Sources – A Major challenge for Renewable Energy Sector in China
Green Car Market to Zoom Ahead
Chinese Automakers to Add Eco-friendly Vehicles in Product Lineup
China Joins Hands with Germany for Green Technologies
5C.HONG KONG
5D.INDIA
Investments Surge In Green Tech Industry
Government Initiatives for Green Buildings
Government Impetus Increasing in Renewable Energy Sector
Land Inadequacy – Problem for Renewable Energy Projects
Wind Energy
Green Chemistry
Solar PV Industry in India: A Quick Primer
5E.NEW ZEALAND
Green Buildings on High Momentum
5F.THE PHILIPPINES
5G.SOUTH KOREA
Market Overview
Dedicated Efforts to Develop Environmental Market
Environmental Concerns Pushing Renewable Energy Development
Korea Accelerates Pace of Development in Green Energy
Investment Plans for Renewable Energy
Government Frames Policies to Support Green Technologies
Fund Allocation for the Green Growth Strategy
Implementation of Five-Year Plans for Green Growth
Establishment of Science and Technology Council for Green Growth
Major Players Invest in Green Tech
Promotion of Green Partnerships
Policy Strategies for the Development of Green Technologies and Industries
Solar Energy Market
The Solar Scenario: Increasing Government Support
Green Buildings – Growth Avenue for Construction Sector in Korea
5H.TAIWAN
Focus on Renewable Energies
PV Industry Poised for Strong Growth, Post Recession
Government Incentives in Taiwan: A Quick Review
5I.THAILAND
5J.MALAYSIA
Malaysia Aims to Increase Investments in Green Technologies
5K.VIETNAM
Lack of Private Sector Participation Hampers Progress on Green Technology
6.MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
6A.MIDDLE EAST
Investor Plunge into the Green Tech Market
Carbon Trust and Qatar Investment Team Up for Clean Energy
Saudi Arabia Joins Hands with Sweden for Green Technologies
6B.SOUTH AFRICA
Creating Platform for Green Energy
7.LATIN AMERICA
Wind Energy in Latin America – A Review
7A.ARGENTINA
Grant for ‘PREMER’ Project on Renewable Energy
7B.BRAZIL
Hydropower Market
Wind Energy
7C.MEXICO
Cap-and-Trade System to Reduce Emissions in Mexico
Solar Electricity in Mexico
Global Directory
Green Technology: A Reinvention of the Use of Resources to Create a Sustainable Economy
Environmental Concerns Drive Green Technologies
Investments – Critical for Green Development
Venture Capital Investments Continue to Improve
Table 1. Global Green Technologies Market (2009): Percentage Share Breakdown of Value of Venture Capital Investments by Sector
Table 2. Global Green Technologies Market (2009): Breakdown of Number of Venture Capital Deals by Sector
Standard Measurement Frameworks – A Key Requirement for Green Investment
A Review of Technologies Under the Green Umbrella
Renewable Energy Technologies: The Road Ahead
Wind Energy Market Raises a Toast Towards a Bright Future
Solar Energy: A Part of the Modern Energy Mix Portfolio
Government Participation in Boosting Solar Energy: Critical to Market Fortunes
Will Subsidies Continue? – A Million Dollar Question
Green Energy Initiatives to Spur Growth in Solar Thermal Power Market
Global Solar Thermal Power Stations Presently in Operation (2010)
Table 3. World Market for Solar Cells and Modules by Geographic Region- US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia–Pacific (excluding Japan), The Middle East and Latin America Independently Analyzed with Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2010 and 2015
Waxing Importance of Smart Energy Management in the IT Industry
Green IT Ushers in the Era of Sustainable ICT
Companies Jumpstart Sustainable IT Planning Processes
Table 4. Importance of Green IT Practices: Illustrative Findings on Percentage of Organizations Formalizing Green Initiatives
2.CURRENT MARKET SCENARIO
Recession Impact In Retrospect
Implications of Recession on Renewable Energy
Wind Energy – A Key Contributor
Table 5. Wind Power Market (2009): Breakdown of New Installations (in Megawatts) by Country/Region
PV Cells & Modules Market Quickly Recovers from Dark Spell in 2009
PV Installations Increase in 2010
Green Buildings –Bright Spot Amid Gloom for Construction Sector
Green IT Skirts the Recession
Green Automobiles Attract Demand Despite Recession
What’s In-Store for the NGV Market?
NGVs: The Most Pragmatic Solution to Reduce Carbon Footprint
Table 6. World Market for Natural Gas Vehicles by Geographic Region – USA, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Natural Gas Vehicle Population in Units for Years 2010 and 2015
Green Chemistry: Growth Fundamentals to Get Stronger in the Post Recession Period
3.MARKET TRENDS & ISSUES
The Need to Report Measure, Monitor & Report Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drives Business Case for Adoption of Green Technologies
Rising Electricity Consumption & Energy Prices Drives Demand for Renewable Energy
Carbon Credit: An Innovative Approach to Curb GHG Emissions
Increasing Role of Public Sector
Cost Reductions “Thru” Energy Savings
Penchant for “Green” Certified Products Rise
Virtualization of IT Infrastructure: The Way to Go for Green IT
Greener Computing Now Possible Through the Clouds
Increased Demand for Diesel Automotives Offers Growth Prospects for Biodiesel
Green Trend Permeates the Lubricant Oil & Greases Market
Decreasing Costs of Wind Energy Generation
Green Batteries Demand Reaching to a New Level
Oil and Gas Companies to Produce Alternative Energy
Overcapacity, Overinvestment will Fan Consolidation Drive
Development of Green Technologies – Scene Shifts to Developing Countries
Challenges
4.GREEN TECHNOLOGY – A SEGMENTAL OVERVIEW
Green Buildings
Green Building Materials
Advantages of Green Buildings
Reduction in Energy Consumption
Reduction of Waste
Key Market Drivers
Rising Energy Consumption Propels Demand for Green Building Materials
Green Concept Goes Global
Market Analytics
Table 7. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Green Building Materials by Geographic Region – US, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2009, 2012 & 2015
Renewable Energy
Solar Power
Solar Cells
Solar Heating
Market Drivers
Government Participation in Boosting Solar Energy: Critical to Market Fortunes
World Bank Also Plays Active Role in Solar Energy Sector
Developed Nations Lead the Market While Developing Nations Drive Growth
Need to Achieve Grid Parity to Drive Future Growth
Key Market Share Statistics
Table 8. Global PV Market (2000, 2005 & 2010): Cumulative Installed PV Power by Region (In MW)
Table 9. Worldwide PV Market (2010): Cumulative Installed PV Power in MW by Leading Nations
Table 10. World PV Cell Production (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown by Country
Major Photovoltaic Power Plants
Table 11. World's Largest Photovoltaic (PV) Power Plants: As of December 2010
Market Analytics
Table 12. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Solar Panels by Geographic Region- US, Japan, Europe, Asia Pacific (excluding Japan), and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed by Installations in Megawatts for Years 2009, 2013, & 2015
Table 13. World Solar Cells Production by Type (2008, 2009 & 2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Production Volume for Crystalline Silicon Cells and Thin Film Solar Cells
Wind Power
Impact on Environment
Doubly-fed Electric Machine
Key Market Drivers
Offshore Market to Sail Ahead of Onshore
Surging Wind Energy Industry Fans Demand for Wind Turbines
Wind Energy Research Projects Get a Shot in the Arm
Market Share Statistics
Table 14. Worldwide New Capacity Installations in the Wind Energy Market: 2001-2010 (Capacity Additions In Megawatts)
Table 15. Worldwide Leading Countries for New Capacity Installations in Wind Energy Market (2010) – China, US, Spain, Germany, India, France, Italy, Canada, UK, Portugal, and Others (Capacity Additions In Megawatts)
Table 16. Worldwide Leading Countries for Wind Energy Installed Capacity (2010): Percentage Breakdown for China, US, Germany, Spain, India, Italy, France, UK, Portugal, Denmark, and Others
Market Analytics:
Table 17. World Current & Future Analysis of Installed Wind Energy Capacity by Geographic Region – North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific (including Japan), and Latin America Independently Analyzed in Megawatts for Years 2010 through 2015
Geothermal Power
Advantages
Disadvantages
Economic Viability of Geothermal Energy
Key Market Drivers
Share of Geothermal Energy to Expand In the Energy Mix
Developed Nations Drive Market Growth
Market Share Statistics
Table 18. Geothermal Production (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Electricity Generated from Geothermal Energy by Country – US, The Philippines, Mexico, Indonesia, Italy and Others
Market Analytics:
Table 19. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Geothermal Energy by Geographic Region – US, Europe, Asia-Pacific (including Japan), and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installed Capacity in Megawatts for Years 2010, 2012 & 2015
Hydropower
Table 20. Major Under-Development Hydropower Projects – Ranked by Maximum Capacity of Generation
Market Analytics
Table 21. World Recent Past, Current & Future Market Analysis for Hydropower Generation by Geographic Region – North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (incl. Japan), Middle East & Africa, and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Installed Capacity in MW for Years 2009, 2012, & 2015
Ocean Energy
Increasing Investments in Research & Development
Europe: Dominates Technology Development
Future Looks Bright
Types of Ocean Energy
Tidal Power
Wave power
Salt Power
Statistical Findings
Table 22. Global Ocean Wave Energy Market: Percentage Breakdown of Technology Adoption by Market Participants
Biogas
Expanding Applications of Biogas
Transportation Industry Shows Interest in Biogas
Investment Opportunities in Biogas Sector
Table 23. Top 10 Biogas Energy Markets Worldwide (2009): Breakdown of Biogas Energy Capacities by Country (in MW)
Biodiesel
Vehicular Emissions
The Cost Factor
Key Market Drivers
Ever-Increasing Petroleum Prices Fueling Demand for Biodiesel
Interest in Renewable Fuels Boosts Biodiesel Demand
Environmentally Driven Legislation Influences the Market
Market Analytics:
Table 24. World Biodiesel Market by Geographic Region/Country – US, Europe and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Million Gallons for Years 2009 & 2015
Table 25. World Biodiesel Market (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales by End-Use Segment - Automobiles, Mining, and Marine Markets
Green IT/Computing
Background
Virtualization
Power Management
Power Supply
Storage
Display
Materials Recycling
Energy Efficient Displays
Telecommuting
Key Market Drivers:
Green IT Transitions from “Obligation” to “Opportunity”
Traditional IT Service Providers Throw Their Hat Into the Green IT Ring
Green Data Centers: The Way of the Future
Governments Wield the Iron Fist On Non-Green IT Procurement Practices
Guidelines & Directives Pressurize Adoption
Market Analytics:
Table 26. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Green IT Services by Geographic Region – North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue in US$ Million for Years 2010, 2012 & 2015
Hybrid Vehicles
Table 27. World Market for Battery Powered Electric Vehicles (BPEVs) (2010 & 2015): Percentage Share Breakdown of Unit Sales by Geographic Region
Table 28. World Market for Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) (2010 & 2015:) Percentage Breakdown of Unit Sales by Geographic Region
Table 29. Leading Hybrid Vehicles in the US (2008): Percentage Breakdown of Unit Sales by Model - Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry Hybrid, Honda Civic Hybrid, Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Ford Escape PHEV, Lexus RX 400h, Nissan Altima Hybrid, and Others
Automotive Powertrain Technologies Migrate Towards Environmentally Friendly Alternatives
Table 30. Environmental Impact of Powertrain Technologies: Breakdown of Green House Gas Emissions (in g CO2 eq/km) by Engine Technology
Hybrid Powertrains: The Pros & Cons of Successful Commercialization
Table 31. World Full-Hybrid Technology Market (2008 & 2012): Breakdown of Market Penetration by Leading OEM
Types of Hybrid Engine
Hybrid Electric-Petroleum Vehicles
Continuously Outboard Recharged Battery Electric Vehicle (CORBEV)
Hybrid Fuel (Dual Mode)
Fluid Power Hybrid
Plug-in Hybrid Electrical Vehicles (PHEV)
Key Market Drivers:
Reduced Environmental Impact of Hybrid Vehicles
Challenges
Shortage of Raw Materials
Impact of Hybrid Car Batteries Used in Hybrid Vehicles
Green Packaging
Green Chemistry
Chemical Industry Turns Green
Renewable Chemicals
Europe Leads Renewable Chemicals Market
Environmental Concerns Drive Renewable Chemicals Market
Renewable Technologies Gains Critical Mass
Food Industry Shows Interest in Renewable Feedstock
Investment Scenario in Renewable Chemicals and Industrial Biotechnology
Industrial Biotechnology: The Next Generation Technology for Developing Renewable Chemicals
Biocatalysts Witness Greater Demand from Chemistry Related Industries
Demand for biocatalysts Grows Rapidly in Asia
A Straight Talk About the Market’s Future
Market Statistics
Table 32. World Market for Renewable Chemicals by Geographic Region – US, Europe, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2010 through 2013
Green Nanotechnology
State of the Nanotechnology Industry: A Review
Nanomaterials & Nanoparticles Witness Robust Activity
Table 33. World Market for Nanomaterials (2010): Breakdown of Annual Revenues in US$ Million by Product Segment - Nanomaterial Oxides, Nano-Metals, Carbon Nanotubes, Nanomaterial Clays and Others
Table 34. World Market for Nanomaterials (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues by End-Use Sector – Electronics, Healthcare, Construction and Others
Table 35. World Market for Nanomaterials (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues by Geographic Region/Country - for US, Japan, Western Europe, Asia–Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World
Focus on Improved Performance to Bring New Manufacturing Methods for Nanomaterials
Research & Development – The Nanotechnology Lifeline
US, EU and Japan – Spearheading Nanotech R&D Revolution
National Initiatives Promote R&D Efforts in Rest of World
Government Bodies & Venture Capitalists Fuel Research Initiatives
Market Statistics
Table 36. World Market for Products Incorporating Nanotechnology by End-Use Sector - Chemicals, Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductors & Electronics, Pharma & Healthcare, Food, and Other End-use Markets Independently Analyzed with Revenues in US$ Billion for the Years 2010 and 2013
Review of Select Nanotechnology Sectors
Nanotools
Nanofilms
Nanocatalysts
Table 37. World Market for Nanocatalysts by End-Use Application – Refinery, Petrochemical, Pharmaceuticals, Chemical Industry, Food Processing, Environmental Applications, and Other Markets Independently Analyzed with Sales in US$ Million for Years 2010 and 2013
Carbon Nanotubes
Table 38. World Market for Carbon Nanotubes (2010): Breakdown of Annual Sales Figures (in US$ Million) by Product Segment - Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes and Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes
Table 39. World Market for Carbon Nanotubes (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales by Geographic Region/Country - US, Europe, Asia-Pacific (including Japan), and Rest of World
Nanocomposites
Table 40. World Market for Nanocomposites (2010): Breakdown of Annual Consumption in Million Pounds by Geographic Region - USA, Europe, and Rest of World Markets
Table 41. World Market for Nanocomposites (2010): Breakdown of Annual Consumption in Million Pounds by End-Use Segment –Packaging, Building & Construction, Electronics & Electrical, Automotive and Others
Nanomagnetics
Table 42. World Market for Nanomagnetics (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Dollar Sales by Product Segment
Table 43. World Market for Nanomagnetics (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Dollar Sales by En-Use Sector
5.REGULATORY BODIES
Environmental Protection Agency (US)
The Clean Tech Institute (US)
The Clean Technology and Sustainable Industries Organization (US)
European Committee of Environmental Technology Suppliers Association (Belgium)
Green Technology Alliance (US)
The Environmental Industry Associations (US)
Renewable Energy Association (UK)
International Green Energy Council (US)
World Green Building Council (Canada)
The U.S. Green Building Council (US)
6.PRODUCT LAUNCHES
7.MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
8.STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS
REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
1.THE UNITED STATES
Market Overview
Green Technology in the US: A Review
Creating Suitable Framework for Green Technology Industry
Venture Capital Funding Improves after a Temporary Lull
Investments in Renewable Energy Technologies On the Rise
Wind Energy Industry
Table 44. Leading US States by Percentage of Power Generated From Wind (2009)
Table 45. Largest Wind Farm Projects in the US (2010)
US Solar Photovoltaic Market
Table 46. US PV Market (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of PV Installed Capacity by Segment
Table 47. PV Installations in the US (2010): Breakdown of the Annual Installed PV Capacity by State
Table 48. US Solar Cells Market (2010): Market Share Breakdown of Cell Production by Leading Players
Outlook
Emerging Solar Thermal Technologies to Fulfill Future Energy Requirements
Decreasing Importance of Geothermal Energy
Expanding Size of the Hybrid Vehicles Market
High Time to Focus on Renewable Energy
Market Trends
Escalating Market for Green Building & Green Building Materials
Energy Efficiency Remains a Dominating Factor For the US Companies to Adopt Green IT Policies
Government Initiatives Will Promote PV Market in the US
Expanding Market for Small Wind Turbines in US
Thin-Film Cells to Drive Solar-Cell Market
Price Declines to Promote New Installations
Biodiesel – Regulations Create Opportunities
2.CANADA
Canada: High on Winds
Table 49. Wind Energy Market in Canada (2009): Breakdown of Installed Capacity (In MW) by leading Province –Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, British Colombia and Newfoundland and Labrador
Solar Energy to Grow in Canada
Table 50. Canadian PV Market (2010): Breakdown of Annual PV Power Installed (MW) by Application
Canada to Invest in Solar Energy
Government Initiatives Over the Years
3.JAPAN
Green Energy
METI Subsidizes Green Tech Initiatives
Renewable Energy
Wind Energy
Solar Energy
Table 51. Japanese Leading Solar Cells Producers (2010): Percentage Market Share Breakdown for Q-Cells, Sharp Electronics, Suntech Power and Others
Table 52. Japanese Solar PV Market (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Annual Installed PV Power by Installation Type
4.EUROPE
Market Overview
Environmental Technology Gaining Importance
Table 53. European New Nominal Installed Capacity by Energy Source (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Nominal Installed Capacity for Wind Power, Gas-Fired Power Stations, Photovoltaics, Oil, Coal-Fired Power Stations, Hydro, Biomass, CSP, and Nuclear Power
The Green Certificates System Catching Up with Europe
EC’s New Proposals for Promoting Green Energy
Wind Energy Market
Table 54. Wind Power Capacity Increase in Europe (2009-2020): Percentage Share Breakdown by Leading Countries – Germany, Spain, UK, France, Italy, Poland, Sweden, The Netherlands, Greece, Iceland and Others (In GW)
Table 55. EU Electricity Production from Wind Energy (2000-2030): Annual Breakdown by Methods –Onshore and Offshore (In TWh)
Solar PV Market
Table 56. European PV Market (2010): Breakdown of Cumulative Installed Capacity In MW by Select Country
Status of PV Tariffs and Related Subsidies in Select EU Countries
Green Building Market
Green Building Market – Drivers and Restraints
Future Expectations
Europe - A Major Producer and Consumer of Biodiesel
In Car Green Technologies and their Potential
Table 57. Green Technology Market in Europe (2007 & 2015): CO2 Emission Reduction Potential (in gm/Km) and Penetration Rate in Percentage for In Car Green Technologies – Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Natural Gas Vehicles, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Electric Vehicles, Micro Hybrids, Downsizing, Turbo Charging, Gasoline Directive, Dual Clutch Transmission, Flex Fuel, Automated Manual Transmission, and Electric Power Steering
Market Trends
Solar Photovoltaic Segment Witnesses Exponential Growth
Expanding Size of the European Solar Thermal Industry
Increasing Demand for Green Buildings
Increasing Importance of Biofuels
4A.FRANCE
Promising Developments in Green Tech
An Overview of Wind Energy Sector
Solar Usage in France
Table 58. French Solar PV Market (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Annual Installed PV Power by Installation Type
Governmental Support and Funding
Marine Energy
4B.GERMANY
Green IT Sector: Market Overview
Table 59. German Renewable Energy Electricity Production (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Distribution of Renewable Energy Electricity for Wind, Hydro, Biogas, Bio energy Solid, Photovoltaics, Bio energy Liquid and Geothermal
German Wind Energy Market
New Renewable Energy Law Spurs Wind Energy Expansion
German Solar Market
4C.GREECE
Wind Energy Market
Solar PV Market
4D.ITALY
Zeroing In on the Benefits of Green Energy
Table 60. Wind Energy Market in Italy (2009): Percentage Share Breakdown of Installed Capacity (In MW) by Leading Regions
Solar PV Market
Table 61. PV Power in Italy by Application (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Cumulative Installed PV Power by Off-Grid Domestic, Off-Grid Non-Domestic, Grid-Connected Distributed, Grid-Connected Centralized Installations
4E.NORWAY
Energy Mix in Norway
4F.POLAND
Factors Facilitating Growth of Renewable Energy in Poland
Wind Energy and Biomass Leads Renewable Energy Market
Table 62. Operating Wind Farms (>20MW) in Poland (2009): By Capacity (In MW)
4G.RUSSIA
Opportunities for Green Buildings in Russia
Role of Government
Russian Solar Sector
4H.SLOVAKIA
New Legislation to Support Renewable Energy Sources
4I.SPAIN
Wind Energy Market
Solar Market
Table 63. PV Power in Spain by Application (2010) - Percentage Share Breakdown of Cumulative Installed PV Power by Off-Grid and Grid-Connected Installations
4J.THE NETHERLANDS
Taking a Crack at Green Energy
4K.THE UNITED KINGDOM
Government Incentives to Promote Green IT Strategies
Wind Energy Market
Solar Market
Table 64. PV Power in the United Kingdom by Application (2010) – Percentage Share Breakdown of Cumulative Installed PV Power by Off-Grid Domestic, Off-Grid Non-Domestic and Grid-Connected Distributed Installations
Fast Adopting the Green Building Concept
Government Subsidies For Energy Conservation
4L.SWEDEN
Wind Energy Scenario in Sweden
5.ASIA-PACIFIC
Asia-Pacific to Witness Increased Activity in Green Development
Asia Pins Great Expectations on Green IT
Wind Energy Industry
PV Market – An Overview
Table 65. Asia-Pacific PV Market (2010): Breakdown of Cumulative Installed Capacity In MW by Country
'Green' Exports – Promising Business for Developing Economies
5A.AUSTRALIA
Demand for Single National Strategy for Green Technologies
Australian Wind Energy Market
PV Market – An Overview
Table 66. PV Power in Australia by Application (2010) - Percentage Share Breakdown of Cumulative Installed PV Power by Off-Grid Domestic, Off-Grid Non- Domestic, Grid-Connected Distributed and Grid-Connected Centralized Installations
5B.CHINA
Overview
China – The New Leader in Renewable Energy
Wind Power as a Case in Point
Wind Energy
Solar Energy Market
PV Industry Receives Heavy Blow from Recession, Government Comes to Rescue
Chinese Solar Industry Outweighs Japan in Solar Production
China Poised to Become Major Solar Energy Consumer
Government Policies for Long Term Growth of PV Industry
Competition from Traditional Energy Sources – A Major challenge for Renewable Energy Sector in China
Green Car Market to Zoom Ahead
Chinese Automakers to Add Eco-friendly Vehicles in Product Lineup
China Joins Hands with Germany for Green Technologies
5C.HONG KONG
5D.INDIA
Investments Surge In Green Tech Industry
Government Initiatives for Green Buildings
Government Impetus Increasing in Renewable Energy Sector
Land Inadequacy – Problem for Renewable Energy Projects
Wind Energy
Green Chemistry
Solar PV Industry in India: A Quick Primer
Table 67. Solar PV Modules Production in India by Technology (2010): Percentage Breakdown for Crystalline silicon (C-Si) and Thin Film or amorphous silicon (a-Si)
5E.NEW ZEALAND
Green Buildings on High Momentum
5F.THE PHILIPPINES
5G.SOUTH KOREA
Market Overview
Dedicated Efforts to Develop Environmental Market
Environmental Concerns Pushing Renewable Energy Development
Korea Accelerates Pace of Development in Green Energy
Investment Plans for Renewable Energy
Government Frames Policies to Support Green Technologies
Fund Allocation for the Green Growth Strategy
Implementation of Five-Year Plans for Green Growth
Establishment of Science and Technology Council for Green Growth
Major Players Invest in Green Tech
Promotion of Green Partnerships
Policy Strategies for the Development of Green Technologies and Industries
Solar Energy Market
Table 68. PV Power in Korea by Application (2010) – Percentage Share Breakdown of Cumulative Installed PV Power by Off-Grid Domestic, Off-Grid Non-Domestic, Grid-Connected Distributed and Grid-Connected Centralized Installations
The Solar Scenario: Increasing Government Support
Green Buildings – Growth Avenue for Construction Sector in Korea
Table 69. Energy Consumption in Korean Building Market (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Energy Consumption in Residential Buildings by Application
Table 70. Energy Consumption in Korean Building Market (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Energy Consumption in Commercial Buildings by Application
5H.TAIWAN
Focus on Renewable Energies
PV Industry Poised for Strong Growth, Post Recession
Government Incentives in Taiwan: A Quick Review
5I.THAILAND
Table 71. Grid Vs. Solar Electricity in Thailand: 2000-2020
5J.MALAYSIA
Malaysia Aims to Increase Investments in Green Technologies
5K.VIETNAM
Lack of Private Sector Participation Hampers Progress on Green Technology
6.MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
6A.MIDDLE EAST
Investor Plunge into the Green Tech Market
Carbon Trust and Qatar Investment Team Up for Clean Energy
Saudi Arabia Joins Hands with Sweden for Green Technologies
6B.SOUTH AFRICA
Creating Platform for Green Energy
7.LATIN AMERICA
Wind Energy in Latin America – A Review
7A.ARGENTINA
Grant for ‘PREMER’ Project on Renewable Energy
7B.BRAZIL
Hydropower Market
Wind Energy
Table 72. Leading Wind Farms in Brazil (2009): Breakdown by Capacity Installations (In MW)
7C.MEXICO
Cap-and-Trade System to Reduce Emissions in Mexico
Solar Electricity in Mexico
Table 73. PV Power in Mexico by Application (2010) – Percentage Share Breakdown of Cumulative Installed PV Power by Off-Grid Domestic, Off-Grid Non-Domestic, and Grid-Connected Distributed Installations
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