IN THIS ISSUE:

*California utilities lead solar power charge

*Renewable Energy Focus

..Edison sees difficulties boosting renewable energy

*Coalition sees bigger role for concentrating solar power

*Nobel laureate pans wind power for Europe

*Five geothermal firms to watch as funds come down

*U.S. House puts climate bill on quick pace for passage

*Renewables took bulk of global energy investment in 2008:U.N.

*Notable Renewable Energy Projects and Deals

..SolarCity launches tax equity fund

..EPA honors tribe for complete reliance on renewable energy

..FuelCell Energy to power government buildings in Sonoma County

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