China says U.S. solar ruling smacks of protectionism | Reuters

China says U.S. solar ruling smacks of protectionism | Reuters: (Reuters) - "China said it was "deeply concerned" about a preliminary ruling by a U.S. trade body that trade practices by Chinese solar makers are hurting U.S. producers and said the decision underscored a U.S. "inclination to trade protectionism.""

White House to review energy department loans post-Solyndra | World news | guardian.co.uk

White House to review energy department loans post-Solyndra | World news | guardian.co.uk: "Independent review of energy department's loan portfolio to take place following Solyndra loan embarrassment"

Japanese solar car shines in race | Video | Reuters.com

Japanese solar car shines in race | Video | Reuters.com

U.S. falls behind China in wind power -Reuters

The US has been spending its money in raging wars and thus in its defense budget instead of infrastructures, innovation and production; therefore, it is not a surprise that China gallops ahead in the development of tomorrow's technologies. We can also assume that the US is already behind in the development of electric vehicles and solar panels.

The US can't get ahead when it spends $700 billion on defense while reducing the education budget. The youth is the vibrant, creative and energetic element of a society moving towards the future and I believe China knows that.

G.E. Plans to build Largest Solar Panel Plant in U.S. -The New York Times