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Company warns rig count might be lower in 2009 but posts strong growth across global markets.

DALLAS, TX (MARKET WIRE) Platina energy Group, Inc. (OTCBB: PLTG) (FRANKFURT: O5Y) reports drilling results in Wyoming indicating excellent hydrocarbon log records. Field data has confirmed that there is significant oil and possible gas from the recently drilled well.

Gov. Linda Lingle and Hawaiian Electric Co. on Monday announced a sweeping new agreement aimed at fast-tracking the state’s renewable energy goals.

Moser Baer India Limited has entered into definitive agreements to supply solar modules to two major European solar system integrators. The agreements, with a cumulative value of more than $500 million, ensure the supply of amorphous silicon Gen 8.5 thin film panels by PV Technologies India Limited, Moser Baer's photovoltaic subsidiary, up to the year 2012.

I have heard that some utilities have safety concerns when homeowners install their own electricity generators, such as solar panels. Are there safety concerns? And if so, how do utility linemen remain safe around renewable distributed generation? -- D. Gilsen, Logan, Utah

ET Solar Group Corp., an integrated manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) products including ingots, wafers and modules announced that it has signed a sales deal for the delivery of 15 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic modules with Helios technology.

BP Wind energy today announced full commercial operation of Phase I of the Sherbino Wind Farm in Pecos County in west Texas. The first 150 megawatts (MW) of the project, which has a potential capacity of 750 MW, has been built through a 50-50 joint venture agreement with Padoma Wind Power LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of NRG Energy Inc.

XsunX Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement with Spire Corporation and Shuttleworth Inc., who will provide components to complement the company's thin-film solar photovoltaics (PV) manufacturing system.

New York Bridal Reflections (NYBR) launches its Dubai location. The 40,000 sq. ft Villa will act as a private and luxurious destination for the ultra rich and famous. NYBR will bring out the international music and movies stars for its clients events. NYBR is working closely with the RL Frohling, Palm Beach, FL, event planner and the face of NYBR, is now one of the most sought after exclusive event planners in the US and is working closely with Cultural Mall Holding Executive management. RL Frohling is also on the Cultural Mall 100 Most Beautiful Worldwide List. The Announcement will be in January 2009. (PRWeb Oct 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1500064.htm

Two leading Algae experts will share their views on the commercialization prospects of Algae Biofuels at the upcoming "Algae Biofuels: The REAL Story" webinar. This webinar separates facts from fiction and will provide a critical examination of several key issues central to long-term commercial success. (PRWeb Oct 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/algae-biofuels/free-webinar/prweb1503224.htm