Stephanie on April 26th, 2009

If you are relatively conversant about solar energy, you know that there is thermal solar power and photovoltaic (PV) solar power.  But perhaps you’ll be surprised to hear about a Solar Wall that serves double-duty for solar power?  That is, its a combination of both thermal and PV power! An international company based in Toronto, [...]

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Stephanie on April 18th, 2009

I’m always on the look-out for innovative ways that people are using solar power.  In particular, I love showcasing corporations that are using solar energy for their operations, from Costco to Google, many companies are now relying on the power of the sun to charge up operations. This week, I heard about solar beer from [...]

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Stephanie on April 15th, 2009

When considering renewable energy options, there is so much information out there.  How can you know what is true and what’s not?  We’re here to help.  Here are 10 fast facts about solar energy, including why we need it! Read and consider whether you are doing enough to conserve energy and reduce use of fossil [...]

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Stephanie on April 11th, 2009

A big solar project in New Jersey is planned.  In February this year, Public Service Electricity and Gas announced that it would install solar panels on 200,000 utility poles.  In addition, schools, municipal buildings, and low-income housing would be fitted with solar panels. In all, 120 MW of clean, renewable electricity would be generated, which [...]

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Stephanie on April 8th, 2009

The growing season in Bend, Oregon where I live is very short – less than 2 months.  But, its sunny more than 300 days a year.  That’s why I’m thinking solar greenhouses for our home gardening. While its true that all greenhouses are designed to trap solar energy, solar greenhouses both collect energy during the [...]

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Stephanie on April 6th, 2009

Does your dog cock his head with concern when you open your electricity bill?  Maybe Fido wants to help you go green!  Its true, you can build a solar dog house to harness the free power of the sun and keep your best friend warm. What will they think of next? There are several ways [...]

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Stephanie on April 1st, 2009

On your next trip, you can not only travel to the sun, you can vacation with the sun!  With RV solar panels, free solar energy can provide power for all the appliances, your computer and cell phone too.  And they are both inexpensive and easy to install.  Depending on the amount of wattage you desire, [...]

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