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Transportation picks up traction, mirrors 1Q10 findings
California solar cell manufacturer completes $277M acquisition, and a London-based firm closes its European Renewable Energy Fund with €209M, among 40 deals we spotted in the past seven days.

Calventis tech looks to render wind turbines grid independent
Switzerland wind component manufacturer is one of 13 new companies the Cleantech Group spotted in the past week looking to raise money. Details in the Pitch o’ the week.

Inside cleantech Europe: That was the week that was!
A Belgian developer of vehicle efficiency technology closes the largest VC deal of the week, while Swedish wind farm developer Arise Windpower raises €57 million in its IPO.

Inside Cleantech Asia: Intel, IBM make new strategic plays
In the last seven days, U.S. IT giants offer support for entrepreneurs in India, while a renewable energy project developer is raising a $356M private equity round.

Illumitex changes the shape of LED lighting
LED startup comes out of stealth with new general illumination product and $22M in VC backing from NEA and others.

Cleantech VC reaches $1.9B in 1Q10
Transportation attracted $704M this past quarter, while energy efficiency and solar remain key sectors to watch, according to latest Cleantech Group data.

Glacier Bay secures $15M for ClimaCab sales growth
City Light Capital makes its first cleantech investment from its second fund in the California company specializing in intelligent power management systems.
Will the UK’s FiT program boom or bust?
The Cleantech Group’s Lisa Sibley weighs in on the pros and cons that could ensue as UK retailers look to bring solar and wind to homes and businesses.

Recession continues to pound recycling efforts
If the higher price of recycling doesn’t fly in eco-conscious Berkeley, Calif., is there any hope for other cities? The Cleantech Group’s Emma Ritch weighs in.

Commercial buildings get a brain
Energy efficiency is a hot topic for the commercial building space. But not all solutions are equal, explains the Cleantech Group’s Emma Ritch.

Pew: China overtakes U.S. in clean energy investment
America stands to be left behind, writes Cleantech Group’s Federica Dalamel de Bournet.