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Category: Photovoltaics
The Success of the Solar Industry Has Societal Importance
Regarding my earlier suggestion in which I lament the downturn in the solar industry, and that 9800 job were lost in solar in 2017, frequent commenter MarcoPolo writes: Every boom time industry, especially those heavily reliant on consumer or taxpayer …
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The Solar Industry Could Have Gone in a Different Direction
A variety of events, including the looming tariffs, conspired to eliminate 9,800 jobs in the solar industry between 2016 and 2017; this represents first drop ever recorded in the National Solar Jobs Census since it started collecting data in 2010. …
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From Guest Blogger Laura Williamson: Solar Splendor – Five Ways Solar Power is Changing the Energy Market
Solar power was the fastest-growing source of new energy worldwide last year. Deemed as the “new era” in power generation by energy experts, solar power is leading the charge in revolutionising the currently outdated energy market.
Tariff on Imported Solar Panels
Insofar as the renewable energy universe is abuzz with the president’s slapping a 30% tariff on silicon-based solar panels coming into the U.S., I thought I’d offer a few comments vis-a-vis the effects this will have on the industry: • The …
From Guest Blogger Kyle Pennell: What Goes in to the Cost of Solar?
Solar power has gotten a lot of attention from government and businesses in recent years. The U.S Department of Energy (DOE) touts the solar industry as “helping to pave the way to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.”
From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Three Ways to Keep Your Roof and Solar Panels Safe in Snow
Having solar panels on your roof can allow you to sit back and enjoy decreased energy costs while being more environmentally-friendly. However, when the cold winter months roll around, it can be a time of worry as you’re unsure what …
Solar Energy: A Thing of Beauty Is a Joy Forever
Here’s a reminder that it’s only a matter of a short period of time before this civilization derives the power it needs from its nearest star. Solar PV, which is only one of the means of harnessing the sun’s energy, …
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From Guest Blogger Derek Lotts: How to Choose the Perfect Solar System for Your Home
The situation with climate change, increased pollution and uncontrollable resource exploitation is getting out of hand, so more and more people are turning to renewable energy sources such as solar power. However, in order to get the most out of …
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From Guest Blogger Simon Stevens: What You Should Think About When Installing Solar Panels
When considering to generate your own energy, solar panels are a popular choice due to the ease of installation, maintenance and you save money whilst reducing your carbon footprint (you can check your carbon footprint here). But before installation, there’s …
