Category: Photovoltaics

Here’s an article pointing out: We can argue all we want and a solar power revolution will still happen. This, of course, is completely true. 

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Here’s a job opening for someone with the training in physics, engineering and computer science that are required to model the effectiveness of solar PV panels that float on water.

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Installing solar panels in your home can be a tricky process. Not to mention the fact that there aren’t a whole lot of people out there with experience on the topic since these panels are a relatively new phenomenon. Before …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Five Often-Overlooked Details of Converting a Home to Solar Power Read More »

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I thought the TEDx people had processes in place to weed out preposterous ideas in their talks, but apparently I’m wrong.

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Solar energy isn’t a new source of power. In fact, its history dates back to 1876. A teacher and student realized that selenium produced electricity when exposed to sunlight. They realized they could harness that power for all kinds of …

From Guest Blogger John Adams: The Importance of Sustainable Energy in Protecting Our Environment Read More »

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After changing the way we drive cars, South African-born American Elon Musk is trying his best to change the way we approach solar energy.

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Depending on my mood, I can regard technoBS with either anger or amusement.  This one happened to strike me funny; it’s an effort to sell solar panels for use in off-grid areas of the desert, as if there is anything …

Solar Technobabble Read More »

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Solar power is one of our most promising renewable energy resources, as it is one of our most ubiquitous. Countries like China and Japan have been leading the way , with the former exceeding its 2020 solar panel installations targets …

From Guest Blogger Siva Thangarajah: Is It Possible to Power the World with Solar? Read More »

The average solar panel price in the Philippines is about 2000 pesos, and that’s just enough to cover just a small portion of your roof. It is an investment and is certainly worth the price, but like everything else, having …

From Guest Blogger Luis Parsons: Pros and Cons of Solar Roof Tiles Read More »

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Solar power is a big phenomenon all over the world nowadays. People are rapidly starting to realize all of the benefits solar power energy brings to the table. Solar power is a strong renewable energy option. It can minimize your …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: How to Optimize Your Solar Power Energy Conversion Read More »

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