I’ve been a land use and environmental lawyer for over 15 years, and one of the most common questions my clients get when developing a large-scale project like a solar farm is, what will the environmental impact be? It goes without saying that any development, no matter how “green,” will affect the environment to some [...]
The perfect source for solar power? Solar Power (photovoltaics) is now a one-billion-dollar industry, and it’s poised to grow rapidly in the near future as more pressure is placed on limited fossil fuel resources and as advances in solar technology drive down the costs of residential solar systems. This book helps readers understand the basics [...]
Group discounts for solar panels? That’s the theory behind the organization called One Block of the Grid, or 1BOG. For people wishing to install solar panels on their home or small business, there is power in numbers. If a solar company can sell 5 solar power systems, instead of just 1, its a good deal [...]
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Three cheers for solar technology advancements! This latest one comes from sunny Caltech (you might know it as California Institute of Technology). Researchers there have created a new flexible solar cell, which takes long, thin silicon wires and embeds them into a polymer substrate. The result is an inexpensive solar cell that can efficiently convert [...]
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If you are considering solar photovoltaic panels for your home or business, did you know that you can sell back solar power to your utility? In other words, if you generate more solar electricity than you use on a given day, the excess is fed back into the grid and is tracked by met meters. [...]
Would you take a rowboat across the Atlantic Ocean? Can you imagine rowing 2,500 miles from the west coast of Africa to French Guiana? The youngest person ever to make such a trip is about to depart on the challenging journey. A 22-year old female, Katie Spotz, will embark on the three month trip, with [...]
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Design, Implement, and Audit the Most Energy-Efficient, Cost-Effective Solar Power Systems for Any Type of Building! Solar Power in Building Design is a complete guide to designing, implementing, and auditing energy-efficient, cost-effective solar power systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. From basic theory through project planning, cost estimating, and manufacturing methods, this vital resource [...]
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As we search for viable renewable energy sources in recognition of the finite, polluting and and politically-fraught aspects of fossil fuels, the question remains. Can we consider solar power as a primary energy source? We’ve reviewed the disadvantages of solar energy (along with its many benefits), in order to consider the pros and cons for [...]
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Talk about biofuels has waxed and waned over the past decade. On one hand, people are excited about an alternative fuel to gasoline or diesel. On the flip side are concerns about the amount of energy it takes to produce a barrel of biofuels. Add into the mix the idea that taking corn off our [...]
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What if you never had to visit the gas station again? In fact, what if you could tap into alternative fuels simply by pulling into your own garage? Honda Motors is about to make your dreams come true! The company announced its new Honda Solar Hydrogen Station this week to accolades from consumers and commentators [...]
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