I often mention FedEx and how impressed I am with some of their more progressive efforts in corporate sustainability. I should also mention that their rival, UPS, is working hard in the same direction. As noted here, “Brown” is currently …
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Energy Efficiency Really IS a Big Deal
Frequent commenter and alternative fuels expert Ben Thorp responds to my piece on electric transportation the other day, noting: Energy efficiency … may be the largest issue if saving fossil fuel or the global environment is a major concern. The …
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Solar Energy By Country
Those looking for ways to measure the progress the U.S. is making in renewable energy compared with the rest of the world may be interested in this infographic, comparing the installed amount of solar energy per capita by country. Btw, …
Photovoltaics, Biofuels, and Nuclear Energy – Some Food for Thought
Thanks to frequent commenter Tim Kingston for sending me these two articles with which I begin the work week here at 2GreenEnergy. First is a pro-nuke piece – certainly a concept that defies what I’ve come to believe, yet I try to …
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From Guest Blogger Jason Castillo: Solar Insights and Perspectives
In simple terms, solar power is the radiant light that comes from the sun. Since ancient times man has recognized the potential of this energy source. Now, different mechanisms continue to evolve to harness this power, with solar panels being …
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From Guest Blogger Mathias: Kyocera's Solar Panels Seems to Degrade Slower
Solar panel systems from the Japanese manufacturer Kyocera that were installed in a small French near Lyon has been up and running for exactly two decades now. This about how long the warranty for solar panels lasts. What is remarkable …
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From Guest Blogger Alia: Solar Energy Panels for Your Home
It is not too difficult to convert your house in a solar-powered one. If you have made up your mind about installing solar energy panels, then the first place to start with would be to check your roof for inclinations. …
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Renewable Energy Technology Improving Performance, Reducing Costs
Here’s some good news in the photovoltaics world: the first about a new record in solar efficiency and the second about a super-absorbent solar cell. I’m reminded of a conversation I have frequently with clean energy nay-sayers. As renewable energy …
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Ozzie Zehner's Book "Green Illusions"
Here’s a lecture by Ozzie Zehner, whose popular book “Green Illusions” is making the rounds. Indeed, there is a great deal of truth here. In particular, we’re seduced by the sexiness of renewable energy, and in some cases make extremely …
Bringing Clean Energy to Rural Africa
In response to a friend in South Africa who wanted my opinion on a business plan to bring fuel cells and solar PV to rural Africa, I wrote: Very interesting. Certainly the solar product with batteries makes sense. I think …
