Energy Matters Video News – Episode 38 – July 20, 2011
In this episode, Virginia covers a study of the cooling benefits of rooftop solar panels, a report on US clean energy jobs paying better than the national average, a ivy leaf shaped solar panel system and solar sisters bringing light to Africa.
Coal Cries Poor – Making $1 Million Per Employee
The coal industry has moaned about Australia’s carbon tax increasing the cost of a tonne of coal by less than $2; while reportedly making a million dollars profit per employee.
Solar To Power Hawai’i Air Force Base Community
An Air Force base in Hawai’i will become one of the largest solar powered communities in the USA, with solar energy systems to be installed on 600 homes at a Pearl Harbor military estate.
Gold FM Roadies At Energy Matters This Thursday
VicSuper has nominated Energy Matters as VicSuper Business of the Week on Melbourne’s popular radio station, Classic Hits – Gold 104.3.
The Rush Is On For Solar Schools Funding
The National Solar Schools Program (NSSP) 2011-12 application round has re-opened, but schools will need to be quick as it may close as early as 30 September 2011.
New Battery Material Can Store Solar Energy ‘Indefinitely’
MIT researchers have revealed carbon nanotube based structures could provide a new approach to storing solar energy for use whenever it’s needed – an important discovery in the evolution of solar farms able to provide baseload power.
Suntech Designs High Tech Solar Panels For Israel
It’s hardly surprising when discussing the potential of solar energy, statements from Israel get biblical. After all, it is known as the Holy Land.
Solar Panels As Rooftop Insulators
If you’re looking for an additional reason to go solar, here it is. Solar panels aren’t just an environmentally friendly way to generate power and to save on rapidly escalating electricity costs – they can assist in keeping your house or place of business cool too, helping you to save even more on energy.
Harris Tea Going Solar
We’ve written before about coffee companies going solar – now it’s tea’s turn.
Solar Power Gets Red Carpet Treatment In Israel
The recent opening of Israel’s first ground-mount solar energy plant was more like a gala awards ceremony than a standard ribbon-cutting event. The energy-starved nation says this highlights just how vital solar power infrastructure will become in the future of the Israeli energy mix.
