OFFICIALS led by Minister Hamid Aminoddin D. Barra of the Bangsamoro Ministry of Human Settlements and Development (MHSD) inaugurate one of three housing projects consisting of 200 units launched in Basilan on January 7-8, 2022. – MHSD. BANGSAMORO. GOV.PH A bill mandating the installation of solar power installations in socialRead More →
MERCED, Calif. (KTXL) — Researchers at the University of California, Merced, have developed a solar solution to save millions of gallons of water each year and generate 13 gigawatts of renewable energy. California has about 4,000 miles of canals across the state that could potentially be covered by solar panelsRead More →
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Interest in residential solar power in the Delaware Valley continues to grow, spurred by a generous federal tax credit, state and utility rebates in Delaware and New Jersey, panels and systems more efficient and environmentally conscious owners. Although recent supply chain issues have driven up the prices of panels andRead More →
solar aquagrid Could covering California’s irrigation canals save it from the current drought? Some scientists and engineers think so, and they also think it could meet all of the state’s renewable energy commitments. A proof of concept and pilot project in the Turlock Irrigation District called Project Nexus will coverRead More →
Any attempt to tax homeowners who generate solar electricity on their roofs could lead people to think it “wasn’t worth it”, Finance Ministry officials say. The cost of collecting the tax would also have been disproportionate to what would actually be net household incomes, a submission to Finance Minister PaschalRead More →
At the end of their day in the sun, solar panels, once a promising form of renewable energy, could leak toxic substances if left in a pile unattended. Many solar panels used for green energy production are expected to reach the end of their life in the 2030s and beRead More →
Everything you’ve read about the energy crisis is true: electricity costs are skyrocketing, with energy price cap increases adding an average of £700 to annual household bills. Add to that rising inflation, tax hikes, and stagnant wages, and we have less income pressure and more of a full-body crush. NowRead More →
Solar panels typically last around 20-30 years, including at least one swap of their inverter, which needs to be replaced every 10-15 years. Several factors can contribute to the wear and tear of your solar panel. Below are some of the most important things to know about solar panel lifeRead More →
Editorial Note: We earn a commission on partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect the opinions or ratings of our editors. Using solar energy to power your home is an undeniably eco-friendly option, and the list of solar energy benefits doesn’t end there. But while there are plentyRead More →
As demand for renewable energy soars in the United States, solar energy service company Sunnova Energy nearly doubles its real estate footprint in Houston as it plans to double its number of customers by the end of the year. ‘next year. The residential solar power provider recently signed a leaseRead More →
(Image source: Unsplash) A set of local laws unveiled Wednesday by the Cortlandville City Council could have long-standing impacts on how solar energy projects are implemented in the city. The legislation is far from being voted on by the city council, as local laws have yet to be sent toRead More →
A California-based water and electric utility plans to cover water channels with solar panels, in a first-of-its-kind project to conserve water and generate electricity. Turlock Irrigation District (TID), of Turlock, received a $20 million grant from the State of California for a limited proof-of-concept trial, known as Project Nexus. TheRead More →
We earn a commission for products purchased through certain links in this article. You’ve gone green and invested in solar power, but now is the time to get rid of it or upgrade. Or maybe you’ve moved into a house and don’t want the panels there. Whatever your reason forRead More →
The Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit Mint Pictures / Tim Pannell This story is part Taxes 2022CNET’s coverage of the best tax software and everything you need to file your return quickly, accurately and on time. Going solar isn’t just good for Mother Earth, it can net you a healthyRead More →
A nationwide first project to build solar panels on irrigation canals will launch later this year in Stanislaus County. The Turlock Irrigation District plans to break ground in the fall on the construction of solar panels at several locations within 250 miles of its canals. The agency plans to generateRead More →
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Sheetz announced Wednesday that it has partnered with the nation’s leading clean energy solutions provider to power most of its Pennsylvania facilities with renewable energy. The family-owned and operated restaurant and convenience store has signed a long-term renewable supply agreement with Constellation. By January 2024, theRead More →
JERUSALEM, Feb 13 (Reuters) – Israeli company Apollo Power (APLP.TA) said on Sunday that Amazon would test its lightweight and flexible solar power technology on a roof and sidewalk at a logistics site in France. The 750,000 euro ($851,175) order comes as Amazon seeks to power its operations with 100%Read More →
Twitter: Power Technology lists five of the most popular tweets about power in Q4 2021 based on data from GlobalData’s Power Influencer Platform. Top Tweets are based on the total number of engagements (likes and retweets) received on tweets from over 150 power experts tracked by GlobalData’s Power Influencer PlatformRead More →
Solar panels crown rooftops and road signs and help power spacecraft. But how do solar panels work? Simply put, a solar panel works by allowing photons, or particles of light, to release electrons from atomsgenerating a flow of electricityaccording to University of Minnesota Duluth. Solar panels actually consist of manyRead More →
German researchers said this week that they took silicon from discarded solar panels and recycled it to make new ones. This is a positive step in dealing with the next mountain of waste from solar energy, but it is only part of a complex challenge management. The Fraunhofer Center forRead More →
In recent years, Americans have become much more aware of China’s massive presence in the global economy. They faced shortages of imports from China during the COVID pandemic as stores ran out of everyday products. And they’ve seen global protests against China’s hosting of the Winter Olympics. Congress is nowRead More →
The six priorities of the federal government manufacturing policy areas include recycling and clean energy. Photovoltaic cells for solar energy provide an industry case study to explore the issue of research commercialization. As the government releases the University Research Commercialization (URC) Action Plan, it is worth considering the relationship betweenRead More →
Solar panels can be a big investment if you need renewable energy for your entire home. Of course, since you produce your own electricity, you can reduce your electricity bill. Determining whether one cancels out the other is a bit tricky, so we’ll go over the factors you need toRead More →
In recent years, Americans have become much more aware of China’s massive presence in the global economy. They faced shortages of imports from China during the COVID pandemic as stores ran out of everyday products. And they’ve seen global protests against China’s hosting of the Winter Olympics. Congress is nowRead More →
In recent years, Americans have become much more aware of China’s massive presence in the global economy. They have faced shortages of imports from China during the COVID pandemic – with stores running out of everyday goods. And they’ve seen global protests against China’s hosting of the Winter Olympics. CongressRead More →
In recent years, Americans have become much more aware of China’s massive presence in the global economy. They have faced shortages of imports from China during the COVID pandemic – with stores running out of everyday goods. And they’ve seen global protests against China’s hosting of the Winter Olympics. CongressRead More →
In recent years, Americans have become much more aware of China’s massive presence in the global economy. They have faced shortages of imports from China during the COVID pandemic – with stores running out of everyday goods. And they’ve seen global protests against China’s hosting of the Winter Olympics. CongressRead More →
(Credit: Unsplash) This article is brought to you through The European Sting’s collaboration with the World Economic Forum. Author: Wolfgang Gründinger, Chief Evangelist, Enpal Solar power systems have long been too complex and expensive to install for many homeowners. Startups are now disrupting the traditional energy market and launching aRead More →
A recent agreement between Duke Energy and other organizations that will encourage private ownership of solar power in North Carolina has recently raised concerns among climate activists. Duke Energy released the plan for review in November. It is still awaiting approval from the North Carolina Utilities Commission. Some activists haveRead More →
Duke Energy recently increased its minimum fee to $30. For some solar panel users, this has more than doubled their bills because they don’t use electricity. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — When you think about converting your electricity to solar, you probably think it would save you money on your monthlyRead More →
Jaipur: Renewable energy has been a priority area of the Centre, but domestic panel and cell manufacturing has not kept pace with generation. The large-scale import of panels weighed on the trade balance. During the budget presentation on Tuesday, Finance Minister Sitharaman allocated Rs 19,500 crore for production-linked incentive forRead More →
A new 4,500 square foot solar energy lab is under construction at the UL Lafayette Solar Testing Facility, located in the University Research Park at block 400 of Eraste Landry Road. We covered the 6-acre, 4,200-panel solar farm installation in 2017-2018, which is one of the largest outdoor solar testingRead More →
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette owns and operates one of the largest outdoor solar testing facilities in the southeastern United States. The 4,200-panel solar field spans 6 acres, a symbol of UL Lafayette’s status as a national leader in sustainable and traditional energy technologies. UL Lafayette will further cementRead More →
Washington’s farmlands and natural habitat are not immune to climate change. Extreme weather conditions, drought, forest fires and floods impact our landscape and natural resources. Solar energy is essential for mitigating the impacts of climate change, but it is critically important for minimizing the impact on our landscape. Solar energyRead More →
Solar panels are a great addition to any home, but it takes a bit of work to find the right ones. You’ll need to consider whether you’ll be off-grid, how much sun you expect, your home’s total energy needs, and how much battery storage you’ll need. With the right solarRead More →
The newly appointed German government aims to increase the share of renewable energy from around 45%, as it currently stands, to 80% of gross electricity consumption by 2030. Munich/Pforzheim, January 25, 2022: Intersolar Europe, the world’s largest trade fair for the solar industry, welcomes plans for a solar industry accelerationRead More →
Oman has inaugurated Ibri 2, the first Independent Solar Power (IPP) project to be launched under the country’s National Renewable Energy Program and connected to the primary national grid. The project is located in the northwest governorate of al-Dhahirah with an investment of 417 million dollars, with a capacity ofRead More →
In 1961, William Shockley and Hans-Joachim Queisser calculated that the maximum theoretical efficiency of a silicon-based solar panel was 30%. In other words, less than a third of the sunlight that hits a solar panel can be turned into electricity. Today, only high-end solar panels intended for use in spacecraftRead More →
The Ibri II solar power plant in Oman will supply electricity to 50,000 homes. the project is funded by Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Gulf-based investors. Gulf countries unite to build the first solar power plant in Oman: Ibri II is a 500 MW solar photovoltaic energy project located in theRead More →
Now, that green light has finally arrived: the State Utilities Department in late December approved the doubling of the state’s Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program, which provides incentives to make saving solar power achievable and would create some 1,600 megawatts of electricity. But clean energy advocates fear the longRead More →
As rooftop solar panels become more popular and affordable, the California Public Utilities Commission is set to make a change that some say will discourage potential future customers from installing them. A group called Environment California held a virtual press conference on Thursday to protest what they call a proposedRead More →
Today, more homes are switching to solar power every year. This helps us collectively fight climate change and its effects on our planet. The increased use of solar energy reduces air pollution, water consumption and combats greenhouse gas emissions. If you’re wondering if installing solar panels is worth your investment,Read More →
In Oman, solar panels have been installed in 22 schools to provide them with clean energy and reduce the carbon footprint associated with electricity generation. The panels were installed by the Oman office of global energy company Shell, as part of its ‘Solar into Schools’ project as part of itsRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–January 19, 2022– 8minute Solar Energy (“8minute”) today announced the closing of a $400 million financing from EIG, a leading institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors. The financing agreement includes a portion of growth capital and a letter of credit. R. BlairRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–8minute Solar Energy (“8minute”) today announced the closing of a $400 million financing from EIG, a leading institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors. The financing agreement includes a portion of growth capital and a letter of credit. R. Blair Thomas, Chairman andRead More →
news, local news, devonport city council, solar panels, paranaple arts center Installing 148 solar panels on the roof of the Paranaples Arts Center will reduce electricity costs and pay for itself in seven years. Devonport Mayor Annette Rockliff said the capital works project will see a 55kW micro-inverter solar systemRead More →
I first met Harold McMaster, the man Fortune once called America “glass genius” in the early 1980s. This encounter and this man had a powerful impact on my life and career – and on the economy of Toledo, Ohio. Michael Ferrari, then acting president of Bowling Green State University, calledRead More →
China’s latest move to restore the global supply of polysilicon for solar panels offers a lifeline for the renewable energy industry. The country has invested billions of dollars in new factories to produce the key raw material used to make photovoltaic cells for solar panels. Global capacity has already beenRead More →
Florida, the “Sunshine State”, is rapidly increasing the installation of Utility-Scale Solar Energy (USSE) installations to combat carbon emissions and climate change. However, the expansion of renewable energy can come with environmental trade-offs. Reducing the carbon footprint of the energy industry is hampering the paw print of a large carnivore.Read More →
By Bill Walton Please Gavin, Bill Walton here, with a request that you reject the recent policy decision of the California Public Utilities Commission regarding the future economics of solar energy. This “problem” is now on your desktop, and we are waiting for action. This “problem” and its ridiculous proposedRead More →
Like many industries, residential solar panels have been hit by the pandemic and supply chain shortages. Same / Getty Images This story is part of The year to come, CNET’s take on how the world will continue to evolve from 2022 and beyond. If you dream of adding solar panelsRead More →
As farmers brace for further increases in electricity prices this year, it’s time for the government to introduce new supports to help farms, homes and businesses develop renewable energy for self-consumption. to solar systems. Globally, the Micro-Generation Support Program (MSS), announced last month by Environment, Climate and Communications Minister EamonRead More →
Low use of Renewable Energy Fund (REF) loans has slowed the pace of solar energy expansion in rural areas despite an increase in recent years according to the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD). The fund is a joint project of the World Bank and the Rwandan government that was launchedRead More →
One thing that has never stopped during the pandemic is the sun, and thanks to the sun, in 2020 the world added enough new generation solar power to power over 95 million homes. It’s 127 gigawatts, or 127 billion watts, of solar energy added, according to the International Renewable EnergyRead More →
India is exploring a hybrid model to harness solar power on rooftops for cooking as part of an ambitious plan to cut imports of expensive fossil fuels, two government officials familiar with the development have said. The plan, which is expected to be part of the Clean Cooking Mission, couldRead More →
A lot went wrong the night of August 14, 2020, when California suffered blackouts for the first time in nearly two decades. A crushing heat wave caused an increase in electricity consumption. A natural gas plant east of Palm Springs has collapsed. Perhaps the most important factor of all: theRead More →
Lockport City Council’s final decision to allow Karl Kowalski of Maverick Farms to lease land to Renewable Properties, a solar energy company that would erect solar panels on 45 acres of his land, was met with relief by Kowalski and his family. . The Kowalskis will now be able toRead More →
As the world continues to move towards net zero emissions, more large-scale solar farms will be built in Australia. Key points: The number of solar panels will double in the next two years Many large solar projects are developing on agricultural land Regional communities worry about heavy metal contamination andRead More →
The Lockport Town Council’s final decision to allow Karl Kowalski of Maverick Farms to lease land to Renewable Properties, a solar power company that would erect solar panels on 45 acres of its land, was greeted with relief by Kowalski and his family. The Kowalskis will now be able toRead More →
The sun was burning, as usual, off my roof in southern Colorado in mid-June when I signed a contract to add solar panels. Pueblo West’s Big Dog Solar had bombed the neighborhood to take advantage of a 1-to-1 net metering deal offered by Black Hills Energy. By the end ofRead More →
Share this Item You are free to share this article under the Attribution 4.0 International license. Researchers demonstrated an inexpensive clear coating that reduced snow and ice buildup on solar panels, allowing them to generate up to 85% more energy in initial tests. This breakthrough could dramatically improve the productivityRead More →
ANI | Update: Dec. 27 2021 12:16 STI New Delhi [India], Dec. 27 (ANI / NewsView): Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a “Maharatna” and a Fortune Global 500 company is targeting 1 GW of renewable energy portfolio by 2025.Collaboration with Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) will help bothRead More →
The US Air Force has seen the future and solar energy is listed everywhere. Last fall, the Air Force Research Laboratory announced a lineup of eight projects for its new Expeditionary Energy Campaign initiative focused on clean technology and renewable energy. Among these eight, in the foreground is a majorRead More →
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Renewable energy industries such as wind turbines and solar panels saw some of the strongest job growth last year and industry experts say the market is likely to continue to grow. Jayson Waller, founder and CEO of PowerHome Solar, said there’s a common misconception thatRead More →
New Delhi [India], Dec. 27 (ANI / NewsView): Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a “Maharatna” and a Fortune Global 500 company is targeting 1 GW of renewable energy portfolio by 2025. Collaboration with Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) will help both organizations to leverage each other’s expertise toRead More →
SJVN Limited has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) to harness the approximately 2,000 MW solar energy potential available in the DVC Command Area. The SJVN and DVC will jointly identify suitable water bodies and available land within the SJVN and DVC command areaRead More →
A bill introduced by Sen. Jeff Wilson for the next legislative session would bring back a grassroots incentive program for homeowners to install solar panels. Senate Bill 5493 restores the Renewable Energy Systems Incentive Program that began in 2017 and provided $110 million to residential and commercial solar power installations.Read More →
A study team led by the University of Michigan has shown a cost-effective clearcoat that reduces snow and ice buildup on solar panels, allowing them to produce up to 85% more energy during preliminary tests. Image Credit: GGG999 / Shutterstock.com Glazed coating to prevent snow from entering solar panelsPlayer VideoRead More →
According to the Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA), the roll-out of a microgeneration program from next year “has the potential to be one of the most effective climate measures introduced this decade”. Approved by Cabinet this week, it will allow households, small businesses, farmers and community groups to be paidRead More →
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – U.S. officials on Tuesday announced the approval of two large-scale solar projects in California and moved to open public lands in other western states, including Colorado, to potential energy development. solar, as part of the Biden administration’s efforts to fight climate change by shifting away fromRead More →
LISBON — Concerns about the possibility of at least 1,000 acres of solar arrays in the Kensington and Summitville area have prompted a resident to approach Columbiana County Commissioners. Henry Bergfeld wanted to know where the project was and if it was a “deal done”. He would laterRead More →
In a breakthrough that could dramatically improve the productivity of solar panels in cold climates, a team led by the University of Michigan demonstrated an inexpensive clearcoat that reduces snow and ice buildup on solar panels, allowing them generate up to 85% more energy. in the first tests. The coatingRead More →
Artist’s impression of the planned solar panel motorway pilot project near Martigny in southern Switzerland. © servipier AG Switzerland must increase the use of solar energy to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Covering highways with solar panels seems to be an ideal solution. But getting such a project startedRead More →
Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, December 19: NITI Aayog congratulated Leh for his unique technological innovation in the management and treatment of solid waste management using solar energy as before, until 2019, due to lack of funds , waste treatment was absent from the scene.In its latest report titled “Smart Cities –Read More →
How many years will it take before your solar panels start making you money? Stephen Shankland / CNET Solar panel Installations are expected to increase by 30% in 2021, according to research firm IHS Markit. But before you decide to invest in solar power for your home, it’s important toRead More →
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is proposing major changes to the state’s self-generation incentive program for rooftop solar. Customers who have invested in producing solar power in their homes and advocates are taking a stand against the regulators’ plan. The CPUC said in a Dec. 13 press release thatRead More →
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WISE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) – Wise County has received a Gold designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier and more affordable for homes and businesses to go solar. The Virginia Department of Energy (Virginia Energy) partners with the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at theRead More →
The current recycling capacity of solar panels cannot cope with an influx of customers who prematurely abandon their existing panels for cheaper and more efficient models. Solar power installations are booming all over the world. Solar energy supply, which has already reached record highs in the European Union this year,Read More →
The southern tip of Israel is a rocky desert where solar panels are plentiful and the sun, when shining, is the source of almost all electricity. Once it’s tuned, however, the grid reverts to fossil fuels to generate electricity. Renewable energy from solar and wind systems cannot be stored withoutRead More →
The idea of floating solar panels on bodies of water first crept into the sphere of climate solutions about 10 years ago. The peloton got off to a slow start due to technical challenges. Fortunately, now the pace is picking up, just in time to help accelerate the global energyRead More →
Editor: “Profits accompany the search for energy alternatives” (reading eagle, December 1), does not have the facts straight.I have had solar panels on my house for years. During this period, I never paid a penny for electricity from May to September and generally not a penny in October or November,Read More →
KIBBUTZ YAHEL, Israel: The southern tip of Israel is a rocky desert where solar panels abound and the sun, when it shines, is the source of almost all electricity. Once it is settled, however, the grid reverts to fossil fuels to generate electricity. Renewable energy from solar and wind systemsRead More →
Solar energy, like bitcoin, can be an effective tool in protecting against bad government systems – and they even work together. The dominant Bitcoin narrative in 2021 has focused a lot on the ‘E’ or ‘environmental’ aspect of ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) and Bitcoin. One point that hasn’tRead More →
HOPE, Ark. – The University of Arkansas Hope – Texarkana is making major advancements in solar power technology. Starting January 11, the university will begin classes at the state’s first solar education lab. University officials say the lab will provide students with a real hands-on learning experience that will enableRead More →
Sustained efforts by the United States to increase domestic manufacturing capacity for photovoltaic solar panels by imposing anti-dumping tariffs on Chinese modules have failed completely, reveals a report from Rystad Energy. While the tariffs have effectively decimated direct shipments from China, they have failed to reduce the overall U.S. dependenceRead More →
In light of these conditions, we will continue to review all areas of our business and our supply needs to enable the Powur platform to fulfill our mission to help more customers benefit from clean energy and renewable at home. -Jonathan Budd, CEO of Powur CARLSBAD, Calif. (PRWEB) December 09,Read More →
Stellar will target early-stage development project acquisitions from existing developers. Image: Silicon Ranch. Investment firm KKR has launched a new utility-scale solar development and energy storage platform, dubbed Stellar Renewable Power. Stellar is to develop entirely new projects and acquire early-stage assets from other developers, with the intention of capitalizingRead More →
In an effort to create social change and increase sustainability on campus, Helios and Enactus — two student organizations at the University of Wisconsin — plan to install solar panels on the roofs of campus bus shelters. The project is supported by the Green Fund, a campus organization that supportsRead More →
Massachusetts has quickly established itself as one of the most renewable-energy-friendly states in the country, and that’s due in large part to its growing solar energy industry. Surprisingly, however, the cost of solar panels in Massachusetts is actually 10% higher than the national average. Solar power is good for theRead More →
REDWOOD CITY, Calif .– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Ubiquitous Energy, the world leader in transparent solar technology – converting light into electricity using semiconductor materials while maintaining visible transparency, improves sustainable energy solutions as the world responds to a urgent climate crisis. In recognition of his leadership in the industry, theRead More →
“Satirical Renewable Energy News You Can Trust” is the slogan of the The syndicate. Yes, the title of online spoofing is borrowed from Onion, which for years has eliminated the deceptive layers of media, government and business subterfuge that surround us and attempt to lure us into consenting, unconditional funk.Read More →
Terry Dvorak collects energy from the sun for a living. He believes renewables are a way to bridge the political divide to help tackle climate change. It all started for Dvorak when he was on a business trip to Shanghai where the pollution was suffocating. There are children who areRead More →
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, November 30, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Duke Energy has filed an agreement with the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) that will align compensation for solar energy users with the benefits of the utility system and create long-term stability for the solar industry residential in North Carolina.Read More →
CHARLOTTE, NC – Duke Energy has filed an agreement with the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) that will align solar user compensation with the benefits of the utility system and create long-term stability for the residential solar industry by North Carolina. See deposit. The net metering agreement was developed byRead More →
An increasing number of solar power projects are entering the pipeline in Maine, and now a new slice of money will go to their staffing. In 2021 alone, projects included rural systems in Baldwin, Waldoboro and Gardiner; the installation of a new power station in Bethel; new construction of aRead More →
Posted on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at 8:39 p.m. Join the 100,000 AFP subscribers on Facebook Buy an AFP subscription Subscribe to AFP podcasts on iTunes and Spotify News, press releases, letters to the editor: [email protected] Advertising inquiries: [email protected] (© mmphoto – stock.adobe.com) It’s no secret that solar power isRead More →
The Saudi government has pressured the UAE to back out of a major solar power deal with Israel and Jordan, two senior Israeli officials with direct knowledge and another source briefed on the issue told Axios. question. Why is it important: The deal signed on Monday and helped cross theRead More →
Israel and Jordan are set to swap desalinated water for solar power after cementing the biggest partnership ever between the two countries on Monday – in a ceremony facilitated by the United Arab Emirates and in presence of the American climate envoy John KerryJohn Kerry A presidential candidate’s pledge canRead More →
The world is embracing renewable energy at an unprecedented rate, and solar energy is the main source of energy the path. Despite a 4.5% drop in global energy demand in 2020, Notes from Visual Capitalist’s Govind Bhutada that renewable energy technologies are showing promising progress. While renewable energy growth wasRead More →
Duke Energy Indiana is partnering with Toray Resin Company, an international plastics manufacturer, to build a solar power facility capable of generating up to 900 kilowatts of electricity at its Shelbyville campus. The solar project is the first from a Duke Energy pilot program that aims to make it easierRead More →
NORFOLK, Neb. (KCAU) – Construction work is progressing on Norfolk’s first solar farm, an 8.5 megawatt solar unit, located on land in the city’s wellfield on Highway 275 West. Last year, it was announced that Norfolk would be part of the Nebraska Public Power District’s (NPPD) SunWise Community Solar program.Read More →
Photo: Jack’s Solar Garden/Facebook Byron Kominek’s history with agriculture runs deep. His grandfather, Jack, bought his family’s farm in Colorado in 1972. It has remained in their hands ever since; but, like many farms, it was having financial problems. This is where Byron, who had worked for the Peace CorpRead More →
Reducing energy dependency leads to lower electricity bills and benefits the environment through resource conservation. The greater the use, the greater the impact. So, when it comes to college campuses, the opportunity for a significant reduction in energy consumption is daunting both in terms of the investment required and theRead More →
BALTIMORE – Homeowners and businesses are continuing the popular and responsible trend of installing renewable energy solutions, such as solar technology, to cut costs and help fight global warming, but U.S. Customs and Border Protection ensure that a recent shipment of 1,000 imported solar panels to Baltimore will not seeRead More →
CITY OF MORE HEAD — A North Carolina-based nonprofit released a study showing the state is among the top ten in renewable energy development. Environment North Carolina Research & Policy Center released a report Nov. 9 analyzing the past 10 years of renewable energy development in all 50 states. ENCRead More →
Learn more about how solar energy is measured. Studio Me789/Getty Images The United States and many other countries around the world are investing heavily in solar power as an energy source as part of an effort to switch to renewable energy sources and move away from fossil fuels. Achieving thisRead More →
This year, the garden has produced over 8,000 pounds of produce, while the panels above generate enough electricity for 300 local homes. (Kirk Siegler/NPR) When Byron Kominek returned home from the Peace Corps and later worked as a diplomat in Africa, the family’s 24-acre farm near Boulder, Colorado was strugglingRead More →
WHEATFIELD – Local leaders, stakeholders and landowners joined leaders from NextEra Energy Resources, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE), and Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), a subsidiary of NiSource Inc., to pioneer Indiana’s newest renewable energy project – the Dunns Bridge Solar Energy Center. Groundbreaking took placeRead More →
Roasters in the specialty coffee world have long looked for ways to minimize their environmental impact. Even five years ago we saw companies like Colectivo power their roastery and cafes with renewable energy and Wonderstate (née Kickapoo) gets all of its electric power for its roasting facility from a solarRead More →
As befits its location in the Sunshine State, Orlando International Airport considered installing solar panels on its property to help reduce electricity costs. But in the end, he decided not to pledge land for such a purpose. The airport land is too valuable to be used for solar development, saysRead More →