Iron Mountain Going Solar
Data storage and document management firm Iron Mountain has announced plans to install solar panels on the rooftop of eight of its storage facilities in three U.S. states.
The 3D Spin Cell Solar Generator
Not a fan of rooftop solar power systems? Perhaps Solarphasec’s Sentinel 3D Spin Cell solar generator might appeal to you.
Mobile Solar Powered Rapid Response Unit
The first days after a disaster are critical and if power and clean water are unavailable, it can seriously hamper rescue and cleanup efforts.
UK Solar Feed In Tariff Cuts Sees Uptake Plummet
A reduction in the UK’s feed in tariff for new connections has seen solar power installations drop by 90% due to households not understanding that even at current rates, the case for going solar is still strong.
Origin: Australia To Overshoot Renewable Energy Target
Recently we published an article on concerns Australia’s Renewable Energy Target may not be met. Origin Energy is reportedly saying quite the opposite.
Australia Home To More Than 1.2 Million Solar Installations
Either Australia is chock-full of tree-hugging hippies, or the average Aussie is increasingly understanding how much money can be saved by making the switch to solar… and yes, it’s the latter.
Energy Matters Video News – Episode 66 – May 2, 2012
This week, Virginia reports on Australia’s renewable energy target under threat, the mining industry still on the subsidy gravy train and the US EPA’s latest top 50 Green Power Partnership rankings.
Wind Farms Will Cook The Planet
Well, that’s a slight (gross) exaggeration, but no doubt some in the anti-renewables lobby will attempt to amplify the findings of a recent study. We thought we’d try to grab your attention first.
Gas Price Hike To Hit Households Soon
It’s not just electricity prices that will increase sharply soon; gas will also – and the hikes could be in the double-digits.
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.
