Monday, January 31, 2011

High Power Solar Panels

High power solar panels are made with quality materials which are more expensive. High power solar panels are designed with a higher efficiency. The best benefit from high power solar panels is that you can get maximum output...

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Cheap Flights and Climate Change ? Do We Want Too Much?

Cheap Flights and Climate Change – Do We Want Too Much? What can be done about this increasingly worrying contribution to global warming? The most important options to reduce aircraft CO2 emissions are: Changes in aircraft and engine technology; use of alternative fuels, such as (sustainably produced) biofuels; regulatory and operational measures such as improvements [...]


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How to Save Money With Solar Panels

Can Solar Panels Save me Money? Learn How to Save Money With Solar Panels. If you are looking for ways to save money on your electric bill make solar power panels!

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Scarcity, Sustainability and the Illusion of Choice

Concepts we hold to be true can be influenced by group consensus, evidential facts or false claims, the political climate, religion and more relevant to most of us – the drone of media. In fact we often wind up being conditioned to believe something fed to us through the media over and over again. Scarcity [...]

Source: http://solarhomereview.com/2010/12/06/scarcity-sustainability-and-the-illusion-of-choice/

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Ask Voltaic: Charging a Nintendo DSI

Q: Can the Amp Solar Charger connect to and charge a Nintendo DSI? If so what would I need to purchase? A: Yes. You can charge the DSI via the USB port on the included battery. What you’ll need: Since …

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Simple Stirling Engines built from the plans

Occasionally I hear from others who have built the simple Stirling engine from my plans. Most people end up making some kind of modifications to the plans. That’s fine with me, in fact I enjoy seeing how other people solve a problem. The only area where experimentation could be risky (in terms of ending up [...]

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First Week of 2011 Busy for Solar

The first week of 2011 has passed, and while the weather is cooling down, the world of solar remains hot ...

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Stewart Brand Asks: Is Solar Power the Future?

I have just returned from a great 2-day event in Detroit, hosted by Ford Motor Company* at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.� Ford invited over 100 bloggers from 10 countries to cover its Driving Green Technologies and learn about how the auto manufacturer is not only building new, eco-friendly cars, but [...]

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BrightSource executives and special guest speakers present a commemorative Ivanpah groundbreaking plaque

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Is Making Biodiesel at Home Safe

Is Making Biodiesel at Home Safe The flammability point of biodiesel. I’ve mentioned that it’s biodegradable that it’s safe to use blah, blah, blah, all these different things, but I want to show you how safe this is. This biodiesel, I’ve made from canola oil, so I’m going to pour a little bit in here, [...]


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Siemens and Suntech Enter Framework Agreement for PV Panels

Siemens Energy has signed a framework agreement with Suntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd., the world’s largest manufacturer of photovoltaic (PV) modules. The photovoltaic modules to be supplied under this umbrella agreement are for several projects in Europe. “Siemens is offering EPC solutions for photovoltaic plants,” said Martin Schulz, Vice President Photovoltaics Siemens Renewable Energy Division. [...]

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Solar Power Should Play into Cost of Powering Electric Cars

Following a very successful North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this month, consumers and the media are thrilled about the new electric cars that are hitting the market, or due to be released soon.� In fact, EVs took two of three spots for the ?North American Car and Truck of the Year,? with [...]

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2011 US Energy Legislative Preview

U.S. energy legislation faces formidable opposition in 2011, but we still expect a debate...

Source: http://ussolarinstitute.com/2011-us-energy-legislative-preview/

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Keep Your Eyes on Solar Companies

Solar Jobs on the Rise in 2011: Green jobs aren't going away; in fact, they're on the rise. One area you might want to consider is solar energy ...

Source: http://ussolarinstitute.com/keep-your-eyes-on-solar-companies/

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Abu Dhabi: Rise of a Renewable Energy Titan?

It's no secret that oil rich Abu Dhabi sees renewable energy as the theme for the next chapter of its place in history...

Source: http://ussolarinstitute.com/abu-dhabi-rise-of-a-renewable-energy-titan/

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BrightSource Energy CEO John Woolard speaks at the Ivanpah groundbreaking

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ITAR (which I hate with a passion) Slammed by the Economist

In my humble opinion, the greatest impediment standing in the way of greater business opportunity and international partnerships for the American space industry are our export laws contained in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), which I hate with a passion! It is important for us to understand how ITAR (WIHWAP) can affect our [...]

Source: http://spacesolarpower.wordpress.com/2008/08/22/itar-which-i-hate-with-a-passion-slammed-by-the-economist/

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Portable Bar

When you are serving drinks to your guests, the last thing you want is to run into the kitchen for supplies. Portable bars keep the conversation flowing by keeping every wine bottle and accessory within arm?s length. A portable bar is not limited to any strict location because it has wheels on the bottom. Heavy [...]


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Largest PV Facility in the World | Landmark Solar Expansion Employs 800 PV-Trained Workers

contributing author: Ryan Hallett Enbridge Inc. and First Solar Inc. have recently completed expansion of a solar panel installation in Sarnia, Ontario, making it the largest PV installation in the world. The site, which previously operated at a capacity of 20MW, is now capable of producing 80MW of solar electricity. Expansion of the facility made [...]

Source: http://solarhomereview.com/2010/11/25/3022/

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Ivanpah Creating Domestic Jobs in Rust Belt

Ivanpah Creating Domestic Jobs in Rust Belt Continue reading

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Power Rake and Dethatcher

While not mainstream quite yet, powered rakes and dethatchers are quickly rising in the ranks. Powered rakes are often referred to as a dethatcher, which is simply a device that digs into the ground shallowly and removes dead grass, thatch and even soil. A power rake takes the burden out of pulling this material out [...]


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Solar Power to Help Troops in Afghanistan

Much like solar power can help people that live in developing countries that are miles away from the grid, solar panels are also vital to the success in the field of U.S. troops in Afghanistan.� In fact, a recent report discusses how solar is literally saving lives in military operations. Using solar power helps troops [...]

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Sunday, January 30, 2011

Engine 3F Efficiency Analysis part 1

In an earlier post I measured 1.05 watts output from my engine 3F using a 69 watt input. This computes to 1.5% efficiency. So where did the other 68 watts go? The following is my analysis of where all the energy went. It won?t be as rigorous as I would like, partly due to lack [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2010/07/01/engine-3f-efficiency-analysis-part-1/

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Stewart Brand Asks: Is Solar Power the Future?

I have just returned from a great 2-day event in Detroit, hosted by Ford Motor Company* at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.� Ford invited over 100 bloggers from 10 countries to cover its Driving Green Technologies and learn about how the auto manufacturer is not only building new, eco-friendly cars, but [...]

Source: http://solarpowerpanels.ws/solar-power/is-solar-power-the-future

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Nautilus Solar Announces Entry into Florida Solar Market with Three Projects

Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC (“Nautilus Solar”) announced� its entry into the Florida solar market with the acquisition and development of two distributed generation projects, as well as the development of a third greenfield utility scale project. In Gainesville, Nautilus Solar is currently constructing the Green Cove 131 kW solar photovoltaic project at the Regional Airport, [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/28/nautilus-solar-announces-entry-into-florida-solar-market-with-three-projects/

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Electric car?s Technology

Electric car's Technology Green Driving Tips Are you trying to make changes in your lifestyle that will help to preserve some of the natural resources being used everyday? There are many things that individuals can do to make a difference. However, one of the biggest concerns is the problems caused by all the vehicles being [...]


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Residential Solar Lease Program by Suntech

Solar panel financing is hot these days, and solar leasing is becoming a favored method for homeowners to go solar without big upfront costs.� A new residential solar lease program by Suntech, called BriteLease? is the newest option for property owners that wish to install a solar array to generate clean, renewable electricity. Suntech is [...]

Source: http://solarpowerpanels.ws/solar-panels/residential-solar-lease-program-by-suntech

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Secretary Salazar, Governor Schwarzenegger and NRG CEO David Crane at the Ivanpah groundbreaking

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California approves first large scale cap-and-trade program in US

Big news from the Sunshine State this week: the legislature approved the first state-scale cap-and-trade program in US History.� Pure Power offers loud kudos to the Schwarzennegger Administration for this achievement, along with all of the accomplishments in its visionary environmental program. Cap-and-Trade is a triple bottom line initiative, providing Financial, Social and Environmental benefits [...]

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Coolaroo Shades

Cooling a patio does not get any easier than using Coolaroo shades. Widely considered to be the ?Cadillac? of outdoor shading, Coolaroo produces only the best in shading. Their fabrics are unlike any other on the market and are crafted into various shade styles. You can even buy their fabric in long rolls to create [...]


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Ontario Farmer, Entrepreneur Offers Advice on Feed-in Tariff Change

contributing author: Ryan Hallett Farmer, Ken Rounds, is on a mission to make potential owners of solar installations aware of how looming changes to Ontario?s feed-in tariff program will affect their investments. �Rounds has installed a solar system on his farm, located near Wasaga Beach, Ontario, and recently co-founded EthoSolar to help others do the [...]

Source: http://solarhomereview.com/2011/01/08/ontario-farmer-entrepreneur-offers-advice-on-feed-in-tariff-change/

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World Energy Outlook

Renewable energy for home owners, economists and world energy planners is our future.� In 2011 we’ve hit a tipping point in that renewable energy is meeting world energy demands significantly, now propelling us forward with a clean energy vision that creates successful relationships between our environment and our needs. For home owners turbulent economic times [...]

Source: http://solarhomereview.com/2010/12/01/world-energy-outlook-2/

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Cheap Flights and Climate Change ? Do We Want Too Much?

Cheap Flights and Climate Change – Do We Want Too Much? What can be done about this increasingly worrying contribution to global warming? The most important options to reduce aircraft CO2 emissions are: Changes in aircraft and engine technology; use of alternative fuels, such as (sustainably produced) biofuels; regulatory and operational measures such as improvements [...]


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China also needs to get on board.

China also needs to get on board. Our world is facing a huge crisis today in the form of global warming. Though most recognize that it is a bomb ticking away and awaiting to explode, few of us actually make an effort to change this dangerous trend. Lots of research and methods are being discovered [...]


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15 Watt Solar Charger for HyperMac

We’ve seen lots of positive reviews for the HyperMac batteries for MacBooks. After some testing, we’ve determined that we can charge their 60 Watt hour external battery from our 15 Watt Solar Panel. So if you have a HyperMac, you’re …

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Largest PV Facility in the World | Landmark Solar Expansion Employs 800 PV-Trained Workers

contributing author: Ryan Hallett Enbridge Inc. and First Solar Inc. have recently completed expansion of a solar panel installation in Sarnia, Ontario, making it the largest PV installation in the world. The site, which previously operated at a capacity of 20MW, is now capable of producing 80MW of solar electricity. Expansion of the facility made [...]

Source: http://solarhomereview.com/2010/11/25/3022/

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Grass Root Efforts: Promote Earth Day

Grass Root Efforts: Promote Earth Day What is Earth Day? While you have probably heard the words “Earth Day”, did you know there are two observations of Earth Day? The United Nations celebrates on the equinox; hundreds of countries celebrate Earth Day annually on April 22nd. Both events were birthed in 1969, with grassroots efforts, [...]


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Solar Charging Capacitors for LED Lighting

John in Arkansas is doing some experimentation using capacitors to store power for LED lighting. He’s connecting our 6Volt, 2 Watt panel to a variety of capacitors and using those capacitors to run LEDs.� He reports that a 55 farad …

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Solar Thermal Energy Technology Developer Set for Expansion

Solarlite GmbH, based in Duckwitz, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, has succeeded in raising a total of ?4.5 million in new capital. Its latest financing round laid the foundation for the company’s continued expansion. Solarlite has thus convinced institutional and private investors of the potential of its solar thermal technology. // The commitment of both new and current [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/28/solar-thermal-energy-technology-developer-set-for-expansion/

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Temple Mecca Black Stone

Temple Mecca Black Stone How Can Technology Help the Environment? How can technology help improve the environment? Are we promoting a more�singular existence, where individualism is the force that is driving us along? We are now living in a world that is in an accelerated mode of change and innovation. Is this rate of change [...]


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Are SRECs the Future of U.S. Solar Policy?

By Stephen Lacey, Editor �� SREC-based solar programs are increasingly popular. As pioneering states get more experience, many are wondering if SREC-only structures will win out, or if a hybrid approach will be the best solution. Feed-in Tariffs (FITs) have been a major buzz phrase in solar policy circles in recent years. While dozens of [...]

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High Power Solar Panels

High power solar panels are made with quality materials which are more expensive. High power solar panels are designed with a higher efficiency. The best benefit from high power solar panels is that you can get maximum output...

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Captains Bed ? Beds With Drawers

Having a small bedroom means that saving space is important. Bed frames can take up most of the floor space in a room, but that does not mean that they can?t be used as storage devices. The ?captains bed? is one such bed frame which has storage compartments underneath the bed itself. These storage areas [...]


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Saturday, January 29, 2011

Abu Dhabi: Rise of a Renewable Energy Titan?

It's no secret that oil rich Abu Dhabi sees renewable energy as the theme for the next chapter of its place in history...

Source: http://ussolarinstitute.com/abu-dhabi-rise-of-a-renewable-energy-titan/

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Wireless Power Broadcast for Computers and Phones Anticipated!

Power beaming is a critical for space-based solar power. It also would be nice if our laptops and cell phones didn’t need to be plugged in, becoming truly wireless. Intel recently brought the concept closer to reality with a live demo illuminating a 60 watt bulb on stage at an annual meeting in San Francisco [...]

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Ivanpah Creating Domestic Jobs in Rust Belt

Ivanpah Creating Domestic Jobs in Rust Belt Continue reading

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Measure the power and efficiency of your Stirling engine; it?s easy

In the world of small Stirling engines everyone seems to talk about power and efficiency?but you seldom see the facts and the data. Just a couple days ago I saw the following Stirling engine on Youtube: The promoter claims it must be putting out 100 to 150 watts. It was the usual unloaded engine spinning [...]

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Captains Bed ? Beds With Drawers

Having a small bedroom means that saving space is important. Bed frames can take up most of the floor space in a room, but that does not mean that they can?t be used as storage devices. The ?captains bed? is one such bed frame which has storage compartments underneath the bed itself. These storage areas [...]


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Generating power with a stepper motor

If you want to generate electrical power from about a tenth of a watt up to several watts, a stepper motor might be worth considering. I’m going to go into detail here on a specific stepper motor that can generate up to a little over � watt. First a few key features: 1. Inexpensive: New [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2011/01/28/generating-power-with-a-stepper-motor/

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Solar Thermal Energy Technology Developer Set for Expansion

Solarlite GmbH, based in Duckwitz, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, has succeeded in raising a total of ?4.5 million in new capital. Its latest financing round laid the foundation for the company’s continued expansion. Solarlite has thus convinced institutional and private investors of the potential of its solar thermal technology. // The commitment of both new and current [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/28/solar-thermal-energy-technology-developer-set-for-expansion/

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Pure Power for Prius (Part 2)

Several months ago Pure Power was fortunate to be selected to power 15 new Plug-In Prius cars at a demonstration event for fleet managers. This past weekend Pure Power and Prius met again, this time at the “10 Years of Toyota Prius Anniversary Celebration” held at an estate in Malibu, California. The catered event for [...]

Source: http://www.purepowerd.com/blog/2010/10/pure-power-for-prius-part-2/

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Outdoor Art

Outdoor art allows for creative expression anyone outside of the home. Art of this type is different from the kinds kept indoors in that the pieces are built to last in outdoor environments, yet still maintain an air of beauty. Outdoor art comes in an abundance of forms. Ground based art can come in the [...]


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Recycle Your Plastic Bags Green Tip

Recycle Your Plastic Bags Green Tip If you have not given up plastic bag for your own reusable bags yet, no worries, you can still make a difference! Recycle them! How? Well, there are many ways you can recycle plastic bags. We have listed a few to get you started. Use your imagination! 21 Ideas [...]


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FREE HOW TO MAKE SOLAR PANELS

Free How To Make Solar Panels. How to make your own solar panels. Looking for where you can learn how to make solar panels free? You come to a place where you will get an answer.

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Is Australia?s Emission Trading System Going to Work Effectively

Is Australia’s Emission Trading System Going to Work Effectively In Australia the government are introducing an emission trading or cap and trade scheme.� There are major concerns about the level of reduction the government wants to sign up to and also whether it will actually work. As Australians we do need to take action about [...]


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Duke Energy, SunEdison Complete 17.2 MW Solar Farm in North Carolina

Duke Energy and SunEdison LLC have activated the final phases of a 17.2 MW solar farm in Davidson County, N.C. Constructed in five phases and covering over 200 acres of land, the project comprises more than 63,000 photovoltaic solar panels and is expected to generate an estimated 28 GWh annually. // The project utilizes a [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/28/duke-energy-sunedison-complete-17-2-mw-solar-farm-in-north-carolina/

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Simple Stirling Engines built from the plans

Occasionally I hear from others who have built the simple Stirling engine from my plans. Most people end up making some kind of modifications to the plans. That’s fine with me, in fact I enjoy seeing how other people solve a problem. The only area where experimentation could be risky (in terms of ending up [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2010/11/17/simple-stirling-engines-built-from-the-plans-2/

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Solar Thermal Energy Technology Developer Set for Expansion

Solarlite GmbH, based in Duckwitz, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, has succeeded in raising a total of ?4.5 million in new capital. Its latest financing round laid the foundation for the company’s continued expansion. Solarlite has thus convinced institutional and private investors of the potential of its solar thermal technology. // The commitment of both new and current [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/28/solar-thermal-energy-technology-developer-set-for-expansion/

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Residential Solar Lease Program by Suntech

Solar panel financing is hot these days, and solar leasing is becoming a favored method for homeowners to go solar without big upfront costs.� A new residential solar lease program by Suntech, called BriteLease? is the newest option for property owners that wish to install a solar array to generate clean, renewable electricity. Suntech is [...]

Source: http://solarpowerpanels.ws/solar-panels/residential-solar-lease-program-by-suntech

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Yahoo Vs Google ? Who?s Greener?

Yahoo Vs Google – Who’s Greener? Silicon Valley is known for both innovation and hype. Recently, this pool of innovation has extended beyond bandwidth to the protection the environment. Google and Yahoo, the search engine giants, are both headquartered in the Valley and have been making headlines by greening their offices, reducing energy consumption, and [...]


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Solar Panels More Affordable With New Technology?

Over the past 3 years, the price of solar panels has dropped dramatically – in some cases by 2/3 of the original cost.� Yet, with use of new technology, could solar panels be even more affordable? Researchers are studying the potential replacement of expensive silicon used in PV panels with a new, less expensive form [...]

Source: http://solarpowerpanels.ws/solar-panels/solar-panels-more-affordable-with-new-technology

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Executive Roundtable on the Future of Renewable Energy Policy

The renewable energy industry faces what could be a defining moment in its evolution thanks to the recent recession and growing talk on Capitol Hill to reduce or end incentives. However, the industry remains one of the U.S. economy?s most consistent jobs creators and renewable energy enjoys widespread support among politicians and the public. State [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/27/executive-roundtable-on-the-future-of-renewable-energy-policy/

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Seamless Gutters

While a shingled roof may be sufficient for desert homes, houses in rainy areas need gutters to redirect flowing water. Standard gutters have been around so long that nobody gives them a second though, except for when they start leaking or get clogged. Seamless gutters are part of a growing trend that makes owning gutters [...]


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Cheap Flights and Climate Change ? Do We Want Too Much?

Cheap Flights and Climate Change – Do We Want Too Much? What can be done about this increasingly worrying contribution to global warming? The most important options to reduce aircraft CO2 emissions are: Changes in aircraft and engine technology; use of alternative fuels, such as (sustainably produced) biofuels; regulatory and operational measures such as improvements [...]


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Discovery Channel to Show Documentary on Space-Based Solar Power!

I told Mike “Green Hornet” Hornitschek that we’d be famous! The Discovery Channel (which my kids LOVE and we LOVE them watching it!) will show a documentary on Space-Based Solar Power at 10pm on 12 September, 2008. We filmed it in Washington DC at the Space Frontier Foundation’s New$pace 2008 conference (you are a member, [...]

Source: http://spacesolarpower.wordpress.com/2008/09/03/futures-channel-does-documentary-on-space-based-solar-power/

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Pure Power at the Big Sur Half Marathon

Got a call yesterday from our good friend Kevin Smith at the Big Sur Half Marathon. His Group throws the Big Sur Marathon in the Spring and the Half Marathon in November. Before we go further, you have to look at this pictures – have you ever seen a more beautiful race setting? Just last [...]

Source: http://www.purepowerd.com/blog/2010/11/pure-power-at-the-big-sur-half-marathon/

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Friday, January 28, 2011

Promoting Solar Energy

“Encouraging the rapid and responsible development of renewable energy on United States public lands is a significant part of President Barack Obama’s energy policy.” Read more about how the Obama Administration is making in building a renewable energy economy

Source: http://www.purepowerd.com/blog/2011/01/promoting-solar-energy/

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Pure Power providing clean solar power at the Santa Monica Ice Rink

Pure Power is proud to announce that we are providing clean solar power, via an S10 Mobile Solar Power System, to lights, food and skate rental vendor at the Santa Monica holiday ice rink. This fantastic community rink, which is put up for about 4 months every year and served an estimated 65,000 skaters last [...]

Source: http://www.purepowerd.com/blog/2010/11/pure-power-providing-clean-solar-power-at-the-santa-monica-ice-rink/

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Measure the power and efficiency of your Stirling engine; it?s easy

In the world of small Stirling engines everyone seems to talk about power and efficiency?but you seldom see the facts and the data. Just a couple days ago I saw the following Stirling engine on Youtube: The promoter claims it must be putting out 100 to 150 watts. It was the usual unloaded engine spinning [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2010/05/19/measure-the-power-and-efficiency-of-your-stirling-engine-it%e2%80%99s-easy/

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Solar Power at Kaiser Permanente?s Santa Clara Medical Center

One of the first major hospitals in the United States to rely on a significant amount of solar power for its energy needs is Kaiser Permanente’s Santa Clara Medical Center in California. The center is the first of 15 California-based Kaiser Permanente facilities to have solar panels installed on its roof.� By the end of [...]

Source: http://solarpowerpanels.ws/solar-power/solar-power-at-kaiser-permanentes-santa-clara-medical-center

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ITAR (which I hate with a passion) Slammed by the Economist

In my humble opinion, the greatest impediment standing in the way of greater business opportunity and international partnerships for the American space industry are our export laws contained in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), which I hate with a passion! It is important for us to understand how ITAR (WIHWAP) can affect our [...]

Source: http://spacesolarpower.wordpress.com/2008/08/22/itar-which-i-hate-with-a-passion-slammed-by-the-economist/

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Stirling Engine Simulator & Guide

Stirling Engine Simulator I recently added a Stirling engine simulator to this site. It?s shown on your right in the navigation bar under the Pages heading. The guide below should be helpful to those interested in using the simulator. In the future I?ll post more information on using the simulator and what you can learn [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2009/11/13/stirling-engine-simulator-guide/

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Pure Power providing clean solar power at the Santa Monica Ice Rink

Pure Power is proud to announce that we are providing clean solar power, via an S10 Mobile Solar Power System, to lights, food and skate rental vendor at the Santa Monica holiday ice rink. This fantastic community rink, which is put up for about 4 months every year and served an estimated 65,000 skaters last [...]

Source: http://www.purepowerd.com/blog/2010/11/pure-power-providing-clean-solar-power-at-the-santa-monica-ice-rink/

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The Most Powerful States for Solar

It turns out that subsidies -- not the sun -- are what really drive solar projects. Photovoltaic plants simply aren't cost-efficient without tax breaks...

Source: http://ussolarinstitute.com/the-most-powerful-states-for-solar/

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Pure Power Advisors launches $100 million California Solar FIT Fund

Pure Power Advisors, a Santa Monica, Calif.-based advisory and management firm for tax-credit funds targeting solar energy projects, has formed the California Solar FIT Fund, a new $100 million tax-equity investment fund for ground-mounted solar projects in California.� The Fund will provide all financing for construction, completion, purchase and operation of qualifying projects through structured [...]

Source: http://www.purepowerd.com/blog/2011/01/pure-power-advisors-launches-100-million-california-solar-fit-fund/

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Ideal Stirling Cycle Spreadsheet

� This Excel 2003 spreadsheet stirling-cycle-ideal-v-02 lets you input the basic values for a Stirling cycle engine and calculates various quantities such as pressures, work in, work out, heating, cooling, and ideal efficiency. Don?t use this spreadsheet with the idea that your engine will get close to the values it shows unless you have an [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2008/06/24/ideal-stirling-cycle-spreadsheet/

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BrightSource Energy CEO John Woolard commends California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger for his leadership

Source: http://ivanpahsolar.com/brightsource-energy-ceo-john-woolard-commends-california-governor-arnold-schwarzenegger-for-his-leadership

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Solar Panels More Affordable With New Technology?

Over the past 3 years, the price of solar panels has dropped dramatically – in some cases by 2/3 of the original cost.� Yet, with use of new technology, could solar panels be even more affordable? Researchers are studying the potential replacement of expensive silicon used in PV panels with a new, less expensive form [...]

Source: http://solarpowerpanels.ws/solar-panels/solar-panels-more-affordable-with-new-technology

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Solar Thermal System Helps Reduce School Districts Annual Energy Costs by $225,000

Energy Optimizers, USA, located in Tipp City, Ohio, is assisting the Eaton Community School District, located in Eaton, Ohio, to GO GREEN and SAVE GREEN, Money. The school district is enhancing their school facility?s HVAC systems, lighting systems, kitchen equipment, computer network systems, and air filtration systems, and implementing renewable energy projects, including solar thermal [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/25/solar-thermal-system-helps-reduce-school-districts-annual-energy-costs-by-225000/

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Power Grids May Need Modernization to Take SBSP!

It is critical for business case developers and architectural designers to consider how we will feed the energy provided by space-based solar power satellites from the rectifying antenna on the ground into the existing power grids. Wind power is already having a major problem within this. Our friend, starbase202, sent me this interesting article that [...]

Source: http://spacesolarpower.wordpress.com/2008/08/29/terrestrial-infrastructure-needs-modernization-to-take-sbsp/

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Scarcity, Sustainability and the Illusion of Choice

Concepts we hold to be true can be influenced by group consensus, evidential facts or false claims, the political climate, religion and more relevant to most of us – the drone of media. In fact we often wind up being conditioned to believe something fed to us through the media over and over again. Scarcity [...]

Source: http://solarhomereview.com/2010/12/06/scarcity-sustainability-and-the-illusion-of-choice/

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Stirling Engine Simulator & Guide

Stirling Engine Simulator I recently added a Stirling engine simulator to this site. It?s shown on your right in the navigation bar under the Pages heading. The guide below should be helpful to those interested in using the simulator. In the future I?ll post more information on using the simulator and what you can learn [...]

Source: http://www.solarheatengines.com/2009/11/13/stirling-engine-simulator-guide/

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car Leads Car Rental Industry in Sustainable Green Building

Initiative Applies to All Neighborhood and Airport Construction Projects ST. LOUIS, MO–A new industry-leading effort is under way to make all newly constructed and retrofitted Enterprise Rent-A-Car locations sustainable. Over the next five years, Enterprise will invest more than $150 million in sustainable construction through the use of a newly established set of guidelines called [...]

Source: http://www.solarthermalmagazine.com/2011/01/27/enterprise-rent-a-car-leads-car-rental-industry-in-sustainable-green-building/

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Recycle Your Plastic Bags Green Tip

Recycle Your Plastic Bags Green Tip If you have not given up plastic bag for your own reusable bags yet, no worries, you can still make a difference! Recycle them! How? Well, there are many ways you can recycle plastic bags. We have listed a few to get you started. Use your imagination! 21 Ideas [...]


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Solar Power Should Play into Cost of Powering Electric Cars

Following a very successful North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this month, consumers and the media are thrilled about the new electric cars that are hitting the market, or due to be released soon.� In fact, EVs took two of three spots for the ?North American Car and Truck of the Year,? with [...]

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China also needs to get on board.

China also needs to get on board. Our world is facing a huge crisis today in the form of global warming. Though most recognize that it is a bomb ticking away and awaiting to explode, few of us actually make an effort to change this dangerous trend. Lots of research and methods are being discovered [...]


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The Most Powerful States for Solar

It turns out that subsidies -- not the sun -- are what really drive solar projects. Photovoltaic plants simply aren't cost-efficient without tax breaks...

Source: http://ussolarinstitute.com/the-most-powerful-states-for-solar/

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Advanced Solar Energy Technology

Advanced Solar Energy Technology The Plastic Bag: Ban Or Save? As part of the conservation and environmental movement worldwide there are several campaigns aimed at banning the plastic bag. These fit in perfectly with going green at home and with our longer term life styles. A quick search on the web will take you to [...]


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