Small Scale Solar A Stand-Out Performer
Global investment in renewable energy jumped in the first quarter – and in Australia, it’s still citizens leading the revolution through rooftop solar power.
US Plans New $4 Billion Renewables Support Program
The USA’s Department of Energy has issued a draft loan guarantee solicitation for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects that could make as much as USD $4 billion available.
Anti-Glare Spectacle Technology Applied To Solar Panels
Researchers at Loughborough University have developed a multi-layer anti-reflection coating for glass surfaces that can reduce glare from solar panels and boost their efficiency.
Valparaiso University’s Solar Powered Furnace
Students at Valparaiso University have constructed a solar powered furnace capable of reaching temperatures of over 1,650 degrees Celsius.
Aussie Solar Tech Heading To China
Melbourne-based RayGen Resources has signed a investment and distribution deal to supply its concentrated solar PV technology to China’s ZhuoZhou Intense Solar.
Google Buying Solar Powered Drone Maker
It seems Google is acquiring Moriarty, New Mexico based Titan Aerospace, ‘lock, stock and barrel’.
Yingli Commences 25MW Solar Project In China
Yingli Green Energy has announced it has started construction on two ground-mounted Yingli Solar panel based power plants in Hebei Province.
Asian Solar Inverter Companies Gaining Global Market Share
The inverter supplier top 10 is seeing a rapidly increasing Asian presence.
The Million Dollar Solar Powered Caravan
The fuel savings resulting from towing this ultra light caravan compared to a standard van will take a little while to provide payback on the up-front cost.
Solar PV Retailer Code of Conduct Update
A handful of solar retailers in Australia have so far been accepted as signatories to the Clean Energy Council’s Solar PV Retailer Code of Conduct, reflecting the high standards set by the program.