Tag: solar panels

Here’s a blurb on New Jersey’s project to install solar PV panels on 175,000 of its power poles. Why fuss with roof-top solar when you can use pole-tops instead? New Jersey’s Public Service Electric & Gas will soon conclude the installation …

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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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Here are two clean energy ideas that deal with bringing power to cell towers in off-grid locations, where diesel generators are the norm.  Before I present them, let’s think about the obvious drawbacks of diesel: • Needs to be trucked in …

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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 …

From Guest Blogger Mathias: Kyocera's Solar Panels Seems to Degrade Slower Read More »

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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. …

From Guest Blogger Alia: Solar Energy Panels for Your Home Read More »

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The main consideration for an investment in solar power is the peace of mind that comes from an investment in a renewable energy source. By investing in solar power for the home, the individual is ensuring that they will be …

From Guest-Blogger Kevin Vogel: What Does Solar Power Mean for Your Monthly Utility Bills? Read More »

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Reader:  Hi Craig.  This is an interesting report from DOE stating that there are over 30,000 potential hydroelectric sites in the US where hydro power could be used with minimal environmental impact as there are already structures in place in the …

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Scientists, investors, students, leaders in the solar industry will have a gathering at the Arizona State University’s SkySong this October 10th for the third annual Arizona Solar Summit. The former Corporation Commissioner of Arizona Kris Mayes agrees with ASU that there …

From Guest Blogger Carlos: Arizona Aims to Be the Solar Panel Capital Read More »

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Here’s this month’s webinar, in which I interviewed my friend and colleague Andy Lower, Executive Director of The Eleos Foundation. I called the webinar “Eco-Capitalism,” as Eleos makes significant, carefully placed investments, focused on enabling entrepreneurs in developing countries to …

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Just a quick reminder about tomorrow’s webinar at 10:30 AM PDT (1 PM EDT). Our September webinar, featuring my friend and colleague Andy Lower, Executive Director of The Eleos Foundation. Eleos is a dynamic non-profit, that, through its for-profit subsidiaries, …

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