http://d1024245.blacknight.com/ntr.ie/index.php http://www.ntrplc.com/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-closes-350m-financing-of-its-201-mw-post-rock-wind-/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-closes-350m-financing-of-its-201-mw-post-rock-wind-/#When:14:39:44Z Dublin, 19th January 2012: NTR plc, a leading investor in renewable energy and sustainable waste management businesses, today announced that its US-based wind business, Wind Capital Group, has closed the financing of its 201 megawatt (MW) Post Rock Wind Energy Project in central Kansas. A group of international leaders in project finance lending is providing over US$350 million in debt facilities to support the construction and operation of the project. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2012-01-19T15:39:44+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-its-intention-to-seek-to-provide-a-liquidity-event/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-its-intention-to-seek-to-provide-a-liquidity-event/#When:13:50:04Z Dublin, 8th December 2010:  Shareholders of NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, were informed today of the company’s intention to seek to provide a significant liquidity event within the forthcoming two to three year timeframe, at the Group’s AGM, held in Dublin. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-12-08T14:50:04+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-financial-results-for-year-ended-31st-march-2010/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-financial-results-for-year-ended-31st-march-2010/#When:09:10:21Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces its financial results for the year ended 31st March, 2010. The period under review has seen unprecedented macroeconomic and capital markets dislocation. The Group has acted assertively to maintain balance sheet strength and strong cash reserves in response to these challenges, while it continues to deliver long-term value in its green energy and sustainable waste management businesses. Webcast presentation by Michael Walsh, Group Finance Director, NTR plc. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-11-12T11:04:21+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/gpre-inc.-completes-placement-of-5.75-convertible-senior-notes-due-2015/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/gpre-inc.-completes-placement-of-5.75-convertible-senior-notes-due-2015/#When:10:45:08Z Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), of which NTR plc is a shareholder, announced today the completion of its private placement of $90 million aggregate principal amount of 5.75% convertible senior notes due 2015 (the “notes”). This includes the purchase of $15 million aggregate principal amount of notes by the initial purchasers to cover over-allotments. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-11-04T11:45:08+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/green-plains-renewable-energy-inc.-prices-offering-of-75-million/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/green-plains-renewable-energy-inc.-prices-offering-of-75-million/#When:12:57:30Z Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), of which NTR plc is a shareholder, announced today the pricing of its offering of $75 million aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2015 (the “notes”). The notes will be offered and sold to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), by the initial purchasers of the notes. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-10-29T13:57:30+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-reports-third-quarter-2010-financial-results/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-reports-third-quarter-2010-financial-results/#When:09:14:15Z NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq:GPRE) announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2010. Net income attributable to Green Plains was $7.4 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, compared to net income of $5.5 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, for the same period of 2009. Revenues were $496 million for the third quarter of 2010 compared to $362 million for the same period of 2009. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-10-26T12:14:15+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-tessera-solar-first-to-receive-state-federal-government-approval/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-tessera-solar-first-to-receive-state-federal-government-approval/#When:08:51:31Z NTR’s solar business, Tessera Solar, announces today that its Californian based Imperial Valley Solar Project has become the first utility-scale solar power project to be approved by both the state and federal governments, with the issuance today of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Record of Decision.  The BLM’s decision follows last week’s California Energy Commission (CEC) project approval. Renewable Energy, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-10-06T10:00:31+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-ses-wins-best-commercialized-technological-innovation-award/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-ses-wins-best-commercialized-technological-innovation-award/#When:14:53:26Z Following a popular vote among peers and conference attendees at the Fourth Concentrated Solar Power Summit for the first US CSP Today Industry Awards, the Stirling Energy Systems (SES) SunCatcher technology was honored with the Best Commercialized Technological Innovation Award. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-07-07T16:53:26+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/sale-of-greenstar-uk-releases-strong-value-for-ntr-shareholders/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/sale-of-greenstar-uk-releases-strong-value-for-ntr-shareholders/#When:07:08:05Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced the proposed sale of its UK based sustainable waste management business, Greenstar UK, to Montagu Private Equity (“Montagu”) and Global Infrastructure Partners (“GIP”), the controlling shareholders of Biffa, for a gross consideration of £135m (circa €162m; $194m). Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-06-10T09:08:05+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-company-secretary/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-company-secretary/#When:07:39:56Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced that Caroline Bergin has been appointed as Company Secretary and Legal Advisor to the Group, commencing July 2010. Caroline will succeed Eamon Bolger, who will retire in July following eight years of service. Press Release Home Page 2010-05-11T09:39:56+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/worldwide-agreement-with-boeing-for-hcpv-solar-system/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/worldwide-agreement-with-boeing-for-hcpv-solar-system/#When:06:35:54Z NTR, the international renewable energy group, today announced that Stirling Energy Systems (SES), in which NTR has a controlling stake, and the Boeing Company have formed a strategic partnership to complete the commercialization and deployment of Boeing’s XR700 high-concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar power technology. Through a licensing agreement with Boeing, SES has acquired the exclusive worldwide rights to develop, manufacture and deploy the HCPV technology.  Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-03-31T08:35:54+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-hosts-gathering-president-bill-clinton-delivers-keynote-address/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-hosts-gathering-president-bill-clinton-delivers-keynote-address/#When:11:36:07Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group and the NTR Foundation (www.ntr-foundation.org), hosted a gathering of senior U.S. business leaders, financiers and policy advisors to discuss the issue of climate change. President Bill Clinton, founder of the William J. Clinton Foundation and 42nd President of the United States, delivered the keynote address: “Embracing Our Common Humanity.” Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-03-04T13:36:07+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-chief-operating-officer/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-chief-operating-officer/#When:09:00:18Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today (Wednesday, 10th February) announced that Michael McNicholas, former Director of ESB Energy International, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO), NTR plc.  Mr. McNicholas will take up his new position in April and will be a member of the NTR plc Group Executive. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-02-10T11:00:18+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-unveils-worlds-first-commercialscale-suncatcher-plant/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-unveils-worlds-first-commercialscale-suncatcher-plant/#When:14:25:59Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced the official opening of the Maricopa Solar power plant in Phoenix, Arizona.  Only four months after breaking ground, NTR’s Tessera Solar and Stirling Energy Systems (SES) showcased the highly anticipated Maricopa Solar power plant today at a special event for key partners, stakeholders and media.  Maricopa Solar is the first commercial project for the SunCatcher™ concentrating solar power (CSP) technology designed and manufactured by SES. Joining in the celebration were Arizona Governor Jan Brewer and officials from Salt River Project (SRP), local and state government, the U.S. Department of Energy, Sandia National Laboratories, utility customers and suppliers. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Tessera Solar International, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-01-22T17:58:59+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-half-year-ended-30th-september-2009/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-half-year-ended-30th-september-2009/#When:09:05:55Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced its interim financial results for the half year ended 30th September, 2009. During the first half, NTR continued to invest in and expand the Group’s green energy and resource-sustaining businesses.  NTR’s renewable energy businesses continued to develop key infrastructure projects across the Wind and Solar sectors, including the commencement of construction of the 150MW Lost Creek wind farm, in Missouri and the first utility scale solar project using SunCatcher™ concentrating solar thermal technology in Arizona.  Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), in which NTR has a 45% shareholding, also continued to deliver strong results for the two quarters ended 30th September, 2009. Webcast Investors and other interested parties are invited to view a webcast presentation by Donal Casey, Group Controller, NTR plc, which is now available in the Financial Reporting section of the Investor Relations page here. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-12-17T21:05:55+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-secures-240m-in-financing-for-lost-creek-wind-farm/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-secures-240m-in-financing-for-lost-creek-wind-farm/#When:08:58:46Z NTR plc, announces today that its wind energy business,Wind Capital Group, has successfully secured $240m in project debt financing for its 150 MW Lost Creek wind farm in Missouri. With only 20 wind project finance transactions completed in the US to date this year, and project finance loan volumes year to date in the US dropping by over 50% on 2008 , the successful completion of this transaction signifies the quality of the Lost Creek wind farm project. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-10-27T10:58:46+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/successful-refinancing-of-120m-greenstar-ireland-debt-facility-announced/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/successful-refinancing-of-120m-greenstar-ireland-debt-facility-announced/#When:07:00:34Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, announced at its AGM in Dublin the successful refinancing of a €120m debt facility for its Irish based sustainable waste management business, Greenstar (Ireland). The facility provides Greenstar with the continued financial flexibility to invest in its recycling and waste management facilities and to respond to opportunities arising from the potential consolidation of the Irish waste management market. For more on NTR plc, please click here to view our AGM video Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar (Ireland), Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-09-10T10:00:34+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-period-ended-30th-september-2011/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-period-ended-30th-september-2011/#When:09:21:53Z Dublin, 29th November 2011: NTR plc, a leading investor in renewable energy and sustainable waste management businesses, today announces its financial results for the six-month period ended 30th September 2011. The results reflect a solid performance by the company, with Group revenues increasing to €172.4 million, Group EBITDA doubling to €13.0 million while Group losses decreased by 64%. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-11-29T10:21:53+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-reports-third-quarter-2011-financial-res/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-reports-third-quarter-2011-financial-res/#When:09:28:30Z Dublin, 27th October 2011: NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2011. Net income attributable to Green Plains for the quarter ended 30th September 2011 was $12.4 million, or $0.32 per diluted share, compared to $7.4 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, for the same period in 2010. Revenues were $957.0 million for the third quarter of 2011 compared to $496.1 million during the same period in 2010. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-10-27T10:28:30+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-announces-sale-of-3.5-million-shares-of-green-plains-stock/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-announces-sale-of-3.5-million-shares-of-green-plains-stock/#When:13:27:05Z Dublin, 12th September 2011: NTR plc, a leading investor in renewable energy and sustainable waste management businesses, today announces that it has agreed to the sale of 3.5 million Green Plains shares back to the company at a price of $8.00 per share. Green Plains will pay 50% of the repurchase amount to NTR this week, with the balance due within 90 days. Prior to this transaction, NTR held approximately 11.2 million shares, or 30.8%, of Green Plains’ outstanding shares. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-09-12T14:27:05+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-announces-ge-turbine-deals/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-announces-ge-turbine-deals/#When:09:34:45Z Dublin, 2nd August 2011: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that its wind business, Wind Capital Group, has agreed deals for 228 wind turbines and the accompanying operations and maintenance services for projects in Oklahoma and Kansas. These projects will provide more than 350 megawatts of clean renewable energy for the Midwestern United States. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page 2011-08-08T09:42:45+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-reports-financial-results-for-year-ended-31-march-2011/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-reports-financial-results-for-year-ended-31-march-2011/#When:09:21:54Z Revenues from core businesses increase 35% to €329.4 million. Decision taken to write down solar investments Dublin, 2 August 2011:  NTR plc, a leading investor in renewable energy and sustainable waste management businesses, today announces its financial results for the year ended 31 March 2011. The Group’s revenue increased 35% year on year to €329.4 million, driven by the waste and wind divisions.  Group cash resources increased to €112.4 million and total assets, which include investment in wind farm, waste processing and other tangible fixed assets, stand at €996.1 million. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-08-02T10:21:54+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-reports-second-quarter-2011-financial-re/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-reports-second-quarter-2011-financial-re/#When:08:55:33Z Net income of US$5.0 million; Ninth consecutive quarter of profitability Dublin, 28th July 2011: NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2011. Net income attributable to Green Plains for the quarter ended 30 June 2011 was US$5.0 million, or US$0.14 per diluted share, compared to US$8.7 million, or US$0.27 per diluted share, for the same period in 2010. Revenues were US$861.4 million for the second quarter of 2011 compared to US$453.4 million during the same period in 2010. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases 2011-07-28T10:05:33+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-signs-ppa-to-provide-150-mw-of-electricity-from-okl/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-signs-ppa-to-provide-150-mw-of-electricity-from-okl/#When:12:46:22Z Dublin, 21st July 2011: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that its wind business, Wind Capital Group, has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) to provide 150 megawatts of electricity from its Osage County Wind Energy Facility in Oklahoma to Missouri-based Associated Electric Cooperative Inc. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-07-21T13:46:22+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/michael-mcnicholas-appointed-ceo-of-ntr-plc/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/michael-mcnicholas-appointed-ceo-of-ntr-plc/#When:09:47:40Z Dublin, 7th June 2011: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, is pleased to announce that Michael McNicholas has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of NTR plc. This follows Michael’s appointment as Deputy Chief Executive Officer in February 2011, when he assumed responsibility for all day to day operations. Michael has over 25 years of experience in the Irish and International energy industry and was previously a Managing Director of ESB International, the international investment arm of the Irish energy company. Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-06-07T10:47:40+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/wind-capital-groups-tom-carnahan-named-chairman-elect-of-the-board-of-awea/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/wind-capital-groups-tom-carnahan-named-chairman-elect-of-the-board-of-awea/#When:09:43:40Z Dublin, 24th May 2011: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that Tom Carnahan, founder and Chairman of the Board of NTR’s wind business, Wind Capital Group, has been elected Chairman-Elect of the Board of the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), the national trade association of America’s wind industry. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page 2011-05-24T10:43:40+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-receives-approval-of-power-purchase-agreement-with-/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-receives-approval-of-power-purchase-agreement-with-/#When:08:18:10Z Dublin, 19th May 2011: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that its wind business, Wind Capital Group, has received approval from the Kansas Corporation Commission for its power purchase agreement with Westar Energy for the electricity generated by the 201 MW Post Rock Wind Energy Facility in Lincoln and Ellsworth Counties in central Kansas facility, an important milestone for the project. Additionally, Wind Capital Group announces today that it has selected RMT, Inc. (RMT) to design and construct its Post Rock Facility. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-05-19T10:18:10+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-reports-first-quarter-2011-financial-res/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-reports-first-quarter-2011-financial-res/#When:12:18:55Z Dublin, 28th April 2011: NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2011. Net income attributable to Green Plains for the quarter ended 31 March 2011 was US$7.7 million, or US$0.20 per diluted share, compared to US$15.6 million, or US$0.58 per diluted share, for the same period in 2010. Revenues were US$812.2 million for the first quarter of 2011 compared to US$426.5 million during the same period in 2010. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-04-28T14:18:55+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/green-plains-and-bioprocess-algae-officially-open-phase-ii-grower-harvester/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/green-plains-and-bioprocess-algae-officially-open-phase-ii-grower-harvester/#When:08:56:45Z Dublin, 15th April 2011: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that U.S. Agriculture Secretary, Tom Vilsack, will deliver the keynote address at the Grand Opening of Phase II of BioProcess Algae’s Grower HarvesterTM bioreactors at Green Plains Renewable Energy’s ethanol plant in Shenandoah, Iowa. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-04-15T10:56:45+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-completes-acquisition-of-ethanol-plant-from-otter-tail-ag/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-completes-acquisition-of-ethanol-plant-from-otter-tail-ag/#When:08:30:35Z Dublin, 25th March 2011: NTR plc’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: GPRE), announced today that it has completed the purchase of an ethanol plant from Otter Tail Ag Enterprises, LLC. The plant is located near Fergus Falls, Minnesota and brings Green Plains’ total expected ethanol production capacity to approximately 740 million gallons annually. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-03-25T10:30:35+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plcs-green-plains-renewable-energy-inc.-reports-q4-and-full-year-2010-f/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plcs-green-plains-renewable-energy-inc.-reports-q4-and-full-year-2010-f/#When:09:15:14Z Dublin, 3rd March 2011: NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq:GPRE), announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended 31 December 2010. Net income attributable to Green Plains for the full year of 2010 was US$48.0 million, or US$1.51 per diluted share, compared to US$19.8 million or US$0.79 per diluted share in 2009. Revenues were US$2.1 billion for the year ended 31 December 2010, compared to US$1.3 billion in 2009. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-03-03T11:15:14+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-period-ended-30th-september-2010/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-period-ended-30th-september-2010/#When:12:31:59Z Dublin, 28th February 2011: NTR plc, the renewable energy and sustainable waste management group, today announces its financial results for the six month period ended 30th September 2010. NTR Group’s US based wind, waste and ethanol divisions continue to perform well, while the Group’s actions in response to the decision to delay the roll-out of utility-scale SunCatchers have since begun to produce results.   Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-02-28T13:31:59+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/blackrock-establishes-renewable-power-investment-capability-announces-strat/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/blackrock-establishes-renewable-power-investment-capability-announces-strat/#When:11:49:30Z New York; Dublin, February 28, 2011: BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK) ("BlackRock") and NTR plc ("NTR") today announce the formation of a strategic relationship agreement to launch a new renewable power investment group.  This comprises a number of key renewable power principals from NTR joining the BlackRock Alternative Investors (“BAI”) investment platform, which currently manages over US$110 billion of assets across a range of alternative investment strategies. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-02-28T13:31:30+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/interim-chairmans-statement-2010/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/interim-chairmans-statement-2010/#When:11:39:31Z The six months ended 30 September 2010, and the period since, were characterised by further considerable change as NTR plc (NTR) continues to evolve as a diversified Renewable Energy and Sustainable Waste Management Group. These changes are a reflection of the Group’s decisive response to rapidly changing and very challenging trading and capital markets conditions. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-02-28T12:32:31+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/imperial-valley-solar-project-sold-to-aes-solar/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/imperial-valley-solar-project-sold-to-aes-solar/#When:09:25:25Z NTR plc’s solar development company, Tessera Solar, announced today that AES Solar, a joint venture between the AES Corporation and Riverstone Holdings, has acquired the 709MW Imperial Valley Solar Project in California. AES Solar develops, finances, constructs, owns and operates utility-scale solar power plants globally. AES Solar intends to move the project forward and is committed to working with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) to fulfil its obligations under the power purchase agreement. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2011-02-17T11:25:25+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/calico-solar-project-sold-with-mixed-solar-technology-to-be-deployed/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/calico-solar-project-sold-with-mixed-solar-technology-to-be-deployed/#When:09:00:33Z NTR plc’s solar development company, Tessera Solar, announced today the execution of an agreement with K Road Sun, LLC transferring ownership of the 850 MW California based Calico Solar Project to K Road, a leading energy investment firm. The transaction both monetises value in Calico Solar while ensuring the continued construction and operation of the solar project. The value of the transaction was not disclosed. Renewable Energy, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page 2010-12-29T10:00:33+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-announces-first-single-stream-recycling-facility-in-houston/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-announces-first-single-stream-recycling-facility-in-houston/#When:19:31:45Z Dublin, 20th December 2010: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that its North American sustainable waste management business, Greenstar Recycling, has officially opened the first single stream recycling facility in Houston, Texas. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar Recycling (North America), Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-12-20T09:30:45+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-signs-ppa-to-provide-201mw-of-electricity-to-westar/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-wind-capital-group-signs-ppa-to-provide-201mw-of-electricity-to-westar/#When:09:30:12Z Dublin, 15th December 2010: NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that its wind business, Wind Capital Group, has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Kansas-based electric utility Westar Energy.  Westar has agreed to purchase 201 MW of electricity from Wind Capital Group’s Post Rock Wind Energy facility, located in Ellsworth and Lincoln Counties in Kansas. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-12-15T10:30:12+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-annual-report-and-financial-statements-2010/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-annual-report-and-financial-statements-2010/#When:09:00:54Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, has published its Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31st March 2010. To access our Report, please follow this link NTR plc Annual Report and Financial Statements Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-11-16T10:00:54+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/-Tessera-Solars-Calico-Solar-Project-Achieves-Permitting-Milestone-/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/-Tessera-Solars-Calico-Solar-Project-Achieves-Permitting-Milestone-/#When:09:37:08Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that Tessera Solar’s Calico Solar Project completed the joint State and Federal approval process with today’s California Energy Commission (CEC) approval. The CEC’s decision follows last week’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Record of Decision (ROD). Renewable Energy, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page 2010-10-29T10:37:08+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-michael-mcnicholas-to-its-board/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-michael-mcnicholas-to-its-board/#When:09:00:45Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that Michael McNicholas, Chief Operating Officer (COO), has been appointed to the Board as an Executive Director.  Press Release Home Page 2010-10-07T10:00:45+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-sells-roads-assets-for-50m/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-sells-roads-assets-for-50m/#When:11:41:42Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announces that its Roads subsidiary, National Toll Roads Limited (NTRL), has reached agreement to sell a number of its Irish road assets for a total consideration of €50m. Other Infrastructure, National Toll Roads, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-09-30T12:40:42+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/Green-Plains-Renewable-Energy-to-Acquire-Global-Ethanol-LLC/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/Green-Plains-Renewable-Energy-to-Acquire-Global-Ethanol-LLC/#When:09:00:50Z Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), of which NTR plc is a shareholder, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Global Ethanol, LLC.  Global owns two operating ethanol plants, which are located in Lakota, Iowa and Riga, Michigan and have a combined annual production capacity of approximately 157 million gallons (“mmgy”). The acquisition will increase Green Plains’ capacity by 31% to approximately 657 mmgy.  Once the transaction is closed, Green Plains will market and distribute more than one billion gallons of ethanol production on an annual basis. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-09-29T10:00:50+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-na-announces-appointment-of-cfo-dan-crociata/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-na-announces-appointment-of-cfo-dan-crociata/#When:13:00:28Z NTR’s Houston-based sustainable waste management business, Greenstar North America (http://www.greenstar-na.com), a leading recycler in North America, today announced the appointment of Dan Crociata as its Chief Financial Officer. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar Recycling (North America), Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-08-18T14:00:28+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-reports-second-quarter-2010-financial-results/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-reports-second-quarter-2010-financial-results/#When:13:30:11Z NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq:GPRE) announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2010. Net income attributable to Green Plains was $8.7 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, compared to net income of $0.6 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, for the same period of 2009. Revenues were $453.4 million for the second quarter of 2010 compared to $284.7 million for the same period of 2009. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-07-29T14:30:11+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-national-toll-roads-a-consortium-member-of-crg-announces-dublin-to-cor/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-national-toll-roads-a-consortium-member-of-crg-announces-dublin-to-cor/#When:10:15:13Z An Taoiseach, Mr Brian Cowen, TD, will open the final section of the M8 Dublin to Cork motorway today (28th May 2010).  The new wishbone-shaped 41km M7/M8 Portlaoise to Cullahill / Castletown PPP Motorway Scheme, costing €491 million, was completed four months ahead of schedule in a PPP partnership between the National Roads Authority and Celtic Roads Group (Portlaoise) Ltd. Other Infrastructure, National Toll Roads, Press Release Home Page 2010-05-28T12:15:13+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/six-finalists-named-in-2010-social-entrepreneurs-ireland-awards/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/six-finalists-named-in-2010-social-entrepreneurs-ireland-awards/#When:10:46:42Z €500,000 prize fund announced as six finalists named in 2010 Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Awards. The awards are supported by the NTR Foundation, categories include mental health, education, young people, community and active citizenship. Press Release Home Page 2010-05-25T11:46:42+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-north-america-announces-opening-of-des-moines-recycling-faci/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-north-america-announces-opening-of-des-moines-recycling-faci/#When:11:27:46Z NTR’s North American based sustainable waste management business, Greenstar North America, announced today that it has officially opened its Des Moines Single Stream Recycling Facility.  The facility utilizes advanced technology to provide highly automated sorting and processing capabilities with capacity per hour increasing by five times over the previous system.  Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar Recycling (North America), Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-05-18T14:27:46+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-reports-quarter-1-2010-financial-Results/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-reports-quarter-1-2010-financial-Results/#When:09:12:38Z NTR’s investment in the bio-ethanol sector, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2010. Net income attributable to Green Plains was $15.6 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $9.3 million, or $(0.38) per share, for the same period of 2009. Revenues were $426.5 million for the first quarter of 2010, compared to revenues of $221.1 million for the same period in 2009. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-04-29T11:13:38+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/business-leaders-not-waiting-for-congress-to-act-on-climate-change/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/business-leaders-not-waiting-for-congress-to-act-on-climate-change/#When:07:29:03Z Fortune 500 Survey Shows that Legislation is Not a Prerequisite for Climate Action, and Business Should Take a Greater Role in the Climate Policy Debate.  NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced the results of a survey of 130 senior business leaders of Fortune 500 companies on their attitudes towards climate change. Renewable Energy, Sustainable Waste Management, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-03-03T09:29:03+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-inc.-reports-fourth-quarter-and-year-end-2009-results/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-inc.-reports-fourth-quarter-and-year-end-2009-results/#When:09:56:01Z NTR’s bio-ethanol business, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2009. Net income attributable to Green Plains was $23.1 million, or $0.91 per diluted share, for the quarter ended December 31, 2009, compared to a net loss attributable to Green Plains of $1.8 million, or $0.08 per share, for the same period of 2008. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2010-02-22T11:56:01+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-starts-work-on-londons-largest-materials-recycling-facility-/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-starts-work-on-londons-largest-materials-recycling-facility-/#When:08:42:21Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced that equipment installation has begun at Greenstar Atlas, London’s newest and largest materials recycling facility (MRF).  The facility will bring critically-needed capacity for processing domestic and commercial dry recyclables to the capital and strengthen Greenstar’s footprint in the South East of the country. Sustainable Waste Management, Press Release Home Page 2010-02-04T11:06:21+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-senior-appointments/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-senior-appointments/#When:15:42:50Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced senior appointments across its portfolio of green energy and resource-sustaining businesses. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar Recycling (North America), Press Release Home Page 2009-12-15T17:42:50+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-presents-environmental-goals-to-epa/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-presents-environmental-goals-to-epa/#When:09:26:05Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, today announced that its sustainable waste management business, Houston-based Greenstar North America, has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a goal setter in its Climate Leaders Program.  Greenstar, North America’s fastest growing recycling company, set a goal for a 10 percent emissions reduction at its 15 recycling facilities within the next five years.  The EPA made the announcement at its Climate Leaders Conference today in Washington D.C. Press Release Home Page 2009-12-03T11:26:05+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-announces-q3-results/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-announces-q3-results/#When:09:36:10Z NTR’s bio-ethanol business, NASDAQ listed Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc., today announced its financial results for the quarter ended 30th September 2009. Green Plains reported revenues of $361.7 million, a 27% increase over the second quarter of 2009, and net income of $5.5 million, or $0.22 per diluted share. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-11-10T02:32:10+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-to-acquire-veolia-environmental-services-irish-commercial-wa/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-to-acquire-veolia-environmental-services-irish-commercial-wa/#When:07:51:39Z NTR’s Greenstar Ireland has today announced its acquisition of the commercial waste and recycling operations of Veolia Environmental Services in Ireland. The sale, which is part of the asset disposal programme announced by parent company Veolia Environnement on 6th March 2009, does not include Veolia’s hazardous waste management business, which will continue to operate as part of its strategic plan in the Irish market. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar (Ireland), Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-10-21T09:51:39+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-roads-business-opens-waterford-city-bypass/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-roads-business-opens-waterford-city-bypass/#When:09:39:59Z NTR plc announces today that its roads business, National Toll Roads, as part of the Celtic Roads Group (CRG) consortium, has opened the 33km Waterford city bypass on time and on budget. Other Infrastructure, National Toll Roads, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-10-19T11:39:59+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-bioprocessalgae-to-unveil-phase-i-algae-project/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-bioprocessalgae-to-unveil-phase-i-algae-project/#When:11:30:56Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, announces today that its algae investment, BioProcessAlgae, LLC, will unveil Phase I of its photobioreactor pilot project on 14th October at Green Plains Renewable Energy’s Shenandoah, Iowa ethanol plant. BioProcessAlgae has completed the installation of Phase I of the multi-phase pilot project and algae production has commenced at the plant. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-10-13T13:30:56+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-uk-commences-work-on-four-new-contracts/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-uk-commences-work-on-four-new-contracts/#When:11:27:02Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, announces today that its recycling-led waste management company, Greenstar UK, has started work on four new contracts to process at least 70,000 tonnes of recyclables annually, a figure that could rise to nearly 120,000 tonnes a year. Sustainable Waste Management, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-10-13T13:27:02+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-director-of-new-ntr-foundation/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-appoints-director-of-new-ntr-foundation/#When:08:59:42Z Tanya Harrington has been appointed as Director of the new NTR Foundation. The mission of the NTR Foundation is to address the challenges posed by climate change, resource sustainability and security of energy supply through the provision of targeted financial and expert support to entrepreneurial projects, research programmes and non-governmental organizations. Press Release Home Page 2009-10-07T10:59:42+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-stirling-energy-systems-signs-two-significant-manufacturing-contracts/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-stirling-energy-systems-signs-two-significant-manufacturing-contracts/#When:07:26:30Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, announces today that its concentrating solar thermal company, Stirling Energy Systems Ltd (SES), has signed two significant contracts with major automotive suppliers for the production and assembly of SunCatcher concentrating solar power (CSP) system components. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-09-30T09:26:30+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/Stirling-Energy-Systems-Strengthens-Board/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/Stirling-Energy-Systems-Strengthens-Board/#When:11:48:37Z NTR plc, the international renewable energy group, announces today that its concentrating solar thermal company, Stirling Energy Systems Ltd, has appointed Michael Baunton, CBE and Bob Johnson as non executive advisors to the Board.  Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-09-23T13:48:37+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-wins-environmental-best-practice-award/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-greenstar-wins-environmental-best-practice-award/#When:06:58:32Z NTR’s Irish sustainable waste management business, Greenstar, has been awarded a Green Apple Environmental Best Practice award for its Ballynagran landfill. The Green Apple award will be presented by the Green Organisation in the House of Commons on 17th November. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar (Ireland), Press Release Home Page 2009-09-17T08:58:32+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-tessera-solar-north-america-announces-1.5-mw-maricopa-solar-plant/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-tessera-solar-north-america-announces-1.5-mw-maricopa-solar-plant/#When:15:00:11Z NTR’s Tessera Solar North America and Salt River Project (SRP) today unveiled plans to partner on a 1.5 megawatt (MW) solar project, Maricopa Solar LLC, in Peoria, Arizona, located in the West Valley of the greater Phoenix area.  Maricopa Solar will be the first commercial-scale solar facility built using the innovative SunCatcher concentrating solar thermal technology, which is manufactured by Tessera Solar’s sister company, Stirling Energy Systems (SES). Renewable Energy, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-08-19T17:00:11+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-announces-second-quarter-financial-resul/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-announces-second-quarter-financial-resul/#When:12:47:15Z NTR’s bio-ethanol investment, NASDAQ listed Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. today announced its financial results for the quarter ended 30th June 2009.  Green Plains reported revenues of $284.7 million, a 29% increase over the first quarter of 2009, and net income of $0.6 million, or $0.03 per share, for the quarter. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-08-10T14:47:15+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-tessera-solar-north-america-appoints-global-energy-executive-as-chief-/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-tessera-solar-north-america-appoints-global-energy-executive-as-chief-/#When:13:27:07Z NTR’s Tessera Solar North America has appointed Tony Dorazio as Chief Operations Officer (COO). Tony has more than 28 years experience in the global energy industry building, managing and operating a wide variety of power facilities including wind, coal and gas plants. Renewable Energy, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-08-05T15:27:07+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-opens-newly-acquired-plants-for-business/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-opens-newly-acquired-plants-for-business/#When:14:39:32Z NTR’s bio-ethanol investment, NASDAQ listed Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc., today announced that it has commenced operations at its recently acquired ethanol plant in Central City, Nebraska. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page 2009-07-30T16:39:32+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-preliminary-results-for-the-year-ended-31-march-2009/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-preliminary-results-for-the-year-ended-31-march-2009/#When:08:32:28Z NTR plc, a Leading International Developer and Operator in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Waste Management, today announced its preliminary financial results for the year ended 31 March 2009. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-07-23T10:32:28+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/gpre-completes-acquisition-of-nebraska-ethanol-plants/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/gpre-completes-acquisition-of-nebraska-ethanol-plants/#When:06:09:32Z NTR plc’s North American ethanol business Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) announced that it has completed the acquisition of the two ethanol plants located in Nebraska. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page 2009-07-07T08:14:32+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/Tessera_Solar_North_America_Signs_First_Power_Purchase_Agreement/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/Tessera_Solar_North_America_Signs_First_Power_Purchase_Agreement/#When:10:43:12Z NTR’s Solar Project Development Company, Tessera Solar North America, Signs First Power Purchase Agreement Following NTR’s Investment. 20-Year Power Purchase Agreement to Build Western Ranch, a 27-MW Solar Project in West Texas. Renewable Energy, Tessera Solar North America, Press Release Home Page 2009-06-23T12:43:12+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/stirling-energy-systems-establishes-development-company-tessera-solar/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/stirling-energy-systems-establishes-development-company-tessera-solar/#When:09:00:58Z Stirling Energy Systems today announced the launch of its solar development company Tessera Solar. Tessera Solar will assume the project development activities formerly included in SES and will have exclusive responsibility for the global deployment of the SunCatcher solar dish Stirling system manufactured by sister company, SES Inc. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems 2009-06-17T11:00:58+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-becomes-fourth-largest-ethanol-producer/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-gpre-becomes-fourth-largest-ethanol-producer/#When:07:10:35Z NTR’s bio-ethanol investment, Nasdaq listed Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), today announces that it has signed definitive purchase agreements to acquire two ethanol plants in Nebraska. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page 2009-05-21T09:10:35+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-ethanol-investment-announces-2.1m-grant-funding/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-ethanol-investment-announces-2.1m-grant-funding/#When:08:02:02Z NTR plc’s ethanol investment, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) and BioProcessAlgae LLC have executed a grant award agreement with the Iowa Office of Energy Independence for a $2.1 million research and development grant from the Iowa Power Fund to build an algae pilot project at Green Plains’ ethanol plant in Shenandoah, Iowa. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases 2009-05-04T10:02:02+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/us-vice-president-biden-joins-ntrs-wind-development-business/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/us-vice-president-biden-joins-ntrs-wind-development-business/#When:07:37:03Z Job creation through the development of renewable energy was the key point highlighted by US Vice President Joe Biden during an event in Jefferson City, Missouri, where he joined representatives of NTR and Wind Capital Group (WCG) to announce the development of a $300m Wind Farm, which is set to power over 50,000 homes. The 150-megawatt (MW) “Lost Creek” project is set to be one of the first wind development projects to avail of the recently announced American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (“ARRA”, commonly known as the US Federal Stimulus Package), which is injecting further impetus into US renewable energy development through a range of tax, grant and loan programmes. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page 2009-04-20T09:37:03+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/wind-capital-group-announce-sale-of-400mw-wind-farm-project/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/wind-capital-group-announce-sale-of-400mw-wind-farm-project/#When:08:35:38Z NTR plc, a leading international developer and operator in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Waste Management, announced today that its US based wind energy business, Wind Capital Group, has sold a Minnesota based wind farm project, “Bent Tree”, to Wisconsin Power and Light Co. (WPL), a subsidiary of Alliant Energy Corporation. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page 2009-03-26T11:35:38+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/green-plains-renewable-energy-announces-2008-results/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/green-plains-renewable-energy-announces-2008-results/#When:08:45:10Z NTR’s North American ethanol investment, Green Plains Renewable Energy (NASDAQ: GPRE), announced today its financial results for the nine-month transition period ended 31st December 2008. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases 2009-03-25T11:45:10+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/founding-ceo-of-greenstar-north-america-joins-ntr/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/founding-ceo-of-greenstar-north-america-joins-ntr/#When:07:40:34Z NTR is pleased to announce that Greenstar North America’s CEO and founder, Steve Ragiel, will be joining the company to work on sustainable energy and sustainable resource investments. Steve will also be joining NTR’s North American Advisory Board and will continue to be a shareholder in and an active member of the Greenstar Board of Directors. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar Recycling (North America), Press Release Home Page 2009-03-20T11:34:34+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-announces-9-million-investment-in-blends/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-green-plains-renewable-energy-announces-9-million-investment-in-blends/#When:08:44:17Z NTR plc’s North American based ethanol business, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc (NASDAQ: GPRE), has successfully completed a $9 million investment in Houston-based biofuel terminal operator Blendstar, LLC. The investment provides Green Plains with a majority stake of 51% in the business. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2009-01-21T12:43:17+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-ethanol-business-announces-appointment-of-new-chief-exe/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-ethanol-business-announces-appointment-of-new-chief-exe/#When:11:03:30Z NTR plc, a leading international developer and operator in renewable energy and sustainable waste management, today announced that Todd A. Becker, President and Chief Operating Officer of its North American Ethanol Division, Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st January 2009. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page 2008-12-22T14:03:30+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/stirling-energy-systems-adds-detroit-veterans/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/stirling-energy-systems-adds-detroit-veterans/#When:08:14:41Z Phoenix-based Stirling Energy Systems (SES) today announced the appointment Robert E. Belts as Chief Financial Officer and Jeffrey D. Collins as Vice President, Global Supply Chain. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems 2008-12-22T11:14:41+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ses-applauds-approval-of-sunrise-powerlink-by-cpuc/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ses-applauds-approval-of-sunrise-powerlink-by-cpuc/#When:08:49:47Z Phoenix-based Stirling Energy Systems (SES) today applauded the California Public Utilities Commission’s (CPUC) approval of the Sunrise Powerlink Transmission Project. The decision - an alternate offered by President Michael Peevey - approves the transmission line on the so-called southern route, which avoids Anza Borrego Desert State Park. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems 2008-12-18T11:49:47+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-half-year-ended-30th-september-2008/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-interim-results-for-half-year-ended-30th-september-2008/#When:09:35:14Z Total Assets of €1.79bn; Cash Resources of €369m NTR Clean-tech Investments Well Positioned For Substantial Growth. NTR plc today announces its interim financial results for the half year ended 30th September 30th, 2008. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-12-03T12:35:14+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-solar-division-applies-for-second-large-solar-plant-in-/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-solar-division-applies-for-second-large-solar-plant-in-/#When:11:14:16Z NTR plc (NTR), a leading international developer and operator in renewable energy and sustainable waste management, today announced that its North American Solar Division, Stirling Energy Systems (SES) has filed an application to build its second large solar electricity generating system in Southern California. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Press Release Home Page 2008-12-02T14:14:16+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/wicklow-facility-best-in-ireland-or-uk/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/wicklow-facility-best-in-ireland-or-uk/#When:11:41:14Z A waste facility operated by Greenstar has been named Best Operated Waste Facility in Ireland or the UK by the UK Chartered Institution of Wastes Management. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar (Ireland) 2008-11-28T11:47:14+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-ethanol-business-announces-joint-venture-for-algae-prod/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-ethanol-business-announces-joint-venture-for-algae-prod/#When:11:21:27Z NTR plc, a leading international developer and operator in renewable energy and sustainable waste management, is pleased to announce today that together with its North American based ethanol business, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc (NASDAQ: GPRE), it is entering a joint venture to carry out research and development in to the commercialisation of algae production as part of its commitment to “next” generation biofuels. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-11-19T14:21:27+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/greenstar-expands-through-further-acquisition/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/greenstar-expands-through-further-acquisition/#When:09:47:33Z Greenstar, Ireland’s leading waste management company, has today (Friday 31 October 2008) announced the partial acquisition of Donegal-based Laghey Waste.  Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar (Ireland), Press Release Home Page 2008-10-31T12:47:33+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-corn-based-ethanol-business-vbv-completes-merger-with-g/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-north-american-corn-based-ethanol-business-vbv-completes-merger-with-g/#When:11:30:16Z NTR plc’s North American Corn-based ethanol business, VBV LLC (“VBV”) announced that it has completed the previously-announced merger with Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE), effective today, Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-10-15T13:30:16+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-solar-division-achieves-critical-milestone-in-californian-solar-projec/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntrs-solar-division-achieves-critical-milestone-in-californian-solar-projec/#When:11:39:32Z NTR plc, a leading international developer and operator in renewable energy and sustainable waste management, today announced that its Phoenix based solar division, Stirling Energy Systems (SES), has successfully achieved “data adequate” status in its application for certification for one of the world’s largest solar facilities, by the Californian Energy Commission (CEC). Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Press Release Home Page 2008-10-09T14:55:32+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/senior_management_appointments_at_ntr/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/senior_management_appointments_at_ntr/#When:10:27:31Z NTR plc announced a number of senior management changes and appointments Press Release Home Page, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-09-04T12:27:31+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-notification-by-dreamport/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-notification-by-dreamport/#When:07:19:36Z NTR plc (“the Company”) today announces that it has been notified by Dreamport Limited (“Dreamport”) that it has a notifiable interest in 78,855,413 of the Company’s ordinary shares, representing 39.6% of the issued ordinary share capital of the Company. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-08-21T09:19:36+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-announcement-re-redemption-offer/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-announcement-re-redemption-offer/#When:07:29:47Z NTR plc (NTR) today announced the take-up by its shareholders of approximately €252 million in aggregate under the Redemption Offer approved at the Company’s EGM on 26 June 2008, equivalent to 16% of the Company’s issued share capital on 21 July 2008. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-07-25T09:29:47+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr_plc_preliminary_results_for_the_year_ended_31st_march_2008/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr_plc_preliminary_results_for_the_year_ended_31st_march_2008/#When:10:14:01Z NTR plc today (26th June 2008), announces its preliminary financial results for the year ended 31st March 2008. Developments in the year underpinned NTR’s continued progress in implementing its corporate strategy to become a Leading International Developer and Operator in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Waste Management. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-06-26T12:14:01+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-egm-approves-redemption-offer/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-egm-approves-redemption-offer/#When:07:36:22Z At an EGM of NTR plc (NTR) held in Dublin today, shareholders of the Company approved the Redemption Offer recommended by the Board of NTR, through which shareholders will be offered on a pro-rata basis, the opportunity to receive up to €275 million in aggregate, through a redemption of Ordinary Shares, at a price of €6.65 per Ordinary Share. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-06-26T09:36:22+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-confirms-completion-of-us-wind-energy-transaction/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-confirms-completion-of-us-wind-energy-transaction/#When:07:42:40Z NTR plc (NTR), a leading international developer and operator in renewable energy and sustainable waste management, today (17th June 2008) confirmed, that the recently announced transaction involving Wind Capital Group, a Saint Louis, Missouri developer of wind farms, has been completed. The agreement involves an investment of $150 million by NTR in Wind Capital Group. Renewable Energy, Wind Capital Group, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-06-17T09:42:40+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-a-number-of-senior-management-changes-to-its-organisation/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-announces-a-number-of-senior-management-changes-to-its-organisation/#When:07:47:22Z NTR plc has today (5th June 2008) announced a number of senior management changes. Press Release Home Page 2008-06-05T09:47:22+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-confirms-completion-of-solar-transaction/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-confirms-completion-of-solar-transaction/#When:08:11:05Z NTR plc (NTR), a leading international developer and operator in renewable energy and sustainable waste management, today announced that the recently announced transaction involving Stirling Energy Systems, Inc (SES) has been completed. Renewable Energy, Stirling Energy Systems, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-06-04T10:11:05+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-liquidity-event-share-redemption-opportunity-for-shareholders/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-liquidity-event-share-redemption-opportunity-for-shareholders/#When:08:21:26Z The Board of NTR today, 3rd June 2008, announced its intention to provide for a significant liquidity event opportunity for its shareholders via a redemption offer through which shareholders will be offered on a pro-rata basis the opportunity to receive up to €275 million in aggregate through a redemption of Ordinary Shares at a price of €6.65 per Ordinary Share. Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-06-03T10:21:26+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/greenstar-invests-20-million-in-recycling-facility/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/greenstar-invests-20-million-in-recycling-facility/#When:08:38:34Z Greenstar, Ireland’s largest waste management company, has today (Monday 12 2008) announced a €20 million redevelopment of its Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) in Bray, Co. Wicklow. Sustainable Waste Management, Greenstar (Ireland) 2008-05-12T10:38:34+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-announces-merger-to-create-one-of-americas-largest-ethanol-producer/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-plc-announces-merger-to-create-one-of-americas-largest-ethanol-producer/#When:08:27:48Z NTR plc, through its North American ethanol business VBV LLC (VBV) has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ and AMEX: GPRE) that will create one of the largest ethanol companies in the industry. Renewable Energy, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-05-08T10:27:48+00:00 http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-and-imagine-consolidate-irish-telecoms-industry/ http://www.ntrplc.com/news/press-article/ntr-and-imagine-consolidate-irish-telecoms-industry/#When:08:42:01Z Imagine Communications Group today (29 April 2008) announced that it has acquired Irish Broadband from NTR and Kilsaran Concrete in a move which will create an enlarged Group with annualised revenues of over €100m. Following the transaction NTR and Kilsaran will hold a combined 25% interest in the enlarged Group. Other Infrastructure, Imagine, Press Release Home Page, Financial Press Releases, Investor Relations Home Page 2008-04-29T10:42:01+00:00