The energy from the sun is so powerful, only a fraction of what hits the Earth on a single day could power all of humanity. Solar technology is discovering more ways to efficiently and inexpensively tap into solar energy. Along the way, many uses of solar power have been discovered. For thousands of years, people [...]
Private investment in solar power is necessary to support the industry and a transition to renewable energy resources which is necessary from both a cost and environmental standpoint. Yesterday, Wells Fargo & Company announced that it would be investing up to $120 million in solar projects in the United States to be developed by SunEdison [...]
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For those of us holding out for reduced prices on solar panels, you might be wondering… how cheap can solar power get? Well, brace yourselves for this amazing news. The U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE) unveiled a new program this year that promises to reduce the price of solar energy to about $1 per watt [...]
Thinking about installing solar panels on your home, but don’t have proper sunlight exposure? Perhaps you want to share the costs with like-minded neighbors? With a new renewable energy model, community solar gardens may be the answer. In Colorado, a new law allows the creation of “solar gardens,” which are photovolatic (PV) solar projects no [...]
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Have you heard of a solar power purchase agreement (also known as a PPA)? These contracts are becoming a popular way by which to finance solar panels and enjoy the benefits of solar electricity without the upfront costs. Some residential property owners have entered into PPAs, but often they are used by businesses, corporations and [...]
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New homes often come with a number of amenities that thrill homebuyers and help sweeten the deal. So what’s the latest trend, you might ask? New homes constructed with solar panels! With consumers looking to reduce their monthly bills, as well as their carbon footprint, some construction companies are installing home solar panels when they [...]
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With more and more electric cars and hybrids expected to hit the market over the next few years, and gasoline prices continuing to rise, some are concerned about the impact of plug-in cars on the electrical grid. Could we experience brown-outs or skyrocketing utility bills as a result? Using solar power for electric vehicles is [...]
We’ve posted a number of times on cool solar backpacks and other handbags that provide portable solar power to charge your gadgets without the need for an electrical outlet. Now, you don’t have to feel like you are compromising “cool” design for practical uses. A new solar powered backpack from Ralph Lauren is available for [...]
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Does zero down solar sound too good to be true? Homeowners who want to switch to renewable energy often worry about the cost of solar panels. In Southern California, you can now install solar panels on your rooftop without having to finance thousands of dollars. Verengo Solar is offering a zero-money-down solar lease agreement under [...]
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