Microsoft Signs Major Wind Power PPA
Microsoft has announced a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) to buy all of the energy produced by the 110MW Keechi Wind Farm project.
Copper Oxide Solar Cell Comeback?
Copper oxide was one of the first materials used in solar cells, but fell by the wayside due to issues with efficiency. It may make a return.
California Valley Solar Ranch Completed
NRG Energy and SunPower Corp. have announced the completion of the 250MW California Valley Solar Ranch (CVSR).
Solar Casting Out The Darkness
Imagine living in deep shadows for months at a time. A village that experiences this has found a novel way to use solar power.
Zero Dollars Up-Front Energy Storage Arrives
It may only be available in the USA and just to commercial and industrial customers for now; but zero dollars up front energy storage has arrived and heralds another early stage in the second energy revolution.
Solar Households – Saviours Not Sinners
An upcoming report will challenge the views of those who believe solar households are being heavily cross-subsidised by others.
SunLock Sports Australian Made Logo
While many solar-related components are manufactured overseas; a popular solar panel mounting system is true-blue, dinky-di Aussie – SunLock.
The Case For Supersizing Solar Panel Systems
Recently we presented the case for large solar power systems and east/west systems – in this article, we’ll briefly look at why supersizing a system – even a smaller array – can be beneficial.
Ratch To Invest $232 Million In Australian Solar Farms
Ratchaburi Electricity Generating Holding PCL has announced it will invest AUD $232 million in developing two solar farms in Australia.
Solar Panels (Batteries Included)
Solar panels may also become batteries using the same material that creates the electricity – silicon.