Free Solar Power Systems For Cayman Islands Households
The Cayman Islands government is taking an interesting approach to helping low income families battle increasing electricity costs – by providing free solar panel systems.
Super Solar Panel Glass Boosts Efficiency
While solar panel glass is designed to reduce reflection; a new type of glass developed at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will virtually eliminate it altogether.
Tonga’s Solar Grandmothers
Two grandmothers from the island nation of Tonga have acquired the skills to install solar panel systems in the nation’s communities without access to mains grid electricity.
2012 P3 Award Solar Winners
The U.S. EPA has awarded more than $1 million in grants to 15 university and college teams for their innovative environmental solutions. Among the winners are several projects related to solar power.
Most Overestimate The Cost Of Going Solar
A recent survey carried out in the USA reveals the vast majority of people overestimate the cost of installing solar power systems.
UK/US To Collaborate On Floating Wind Turbines
A new agreement between the UK and US governments will see an increased focus on developing floating wind turbines for use in offshore areas that have substantial wind resources, but which are off-limits to fixed-structure wind turbines due to water depth.
The USA’s Biggest Green Electricity Users
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated its Top 50 Green Power Partnership rankings, with Microsoft entering the top 5 and McDonald’s USA also making its debut appearance on the Top 50 list.
Greener, Cheaper Solar Grade Silicon From Cambridge Uni
Researchers at Cambridge University are working on a new process for creating solar-grade silicon that will be far more efficient in terms of energy consumption, cost and emissions intensity.
Australia’s Renewable Energy Target Under Threat
A new study states electricity generation from renewable sources may fall well short of the Australian government’s mandatory target of 20% by 2020.
Solar Power Subsidies Pale Beside $4 Billion Mining Support
While some fret and fuss over financial incentives for solar power, a rogue elephant in the room – mining subsidies – have remained comparatively ignored.
