Global Market Outlook for Photovoltaics Until 2016 – EPIA
A report just released by the EPIA states enough electricity will be produced by new solar PV and wind installations in Europe in 2012 to compensate for the closure of nuclear reactors in Germany.
Budget 2012 And Clean Energy
Federal budgets can be a nail-biting time for the Australian renewable energy industry, but there were no major surprises in Budget 2012 announcements.
Solar An Even Better Deal For Small Business
From the start of the 2012-13 tax year, small businesses in Australia will be able to immediately write off assets to the value of $6,500 – including solar power systems.
Solar Seller Fined For Dodgy Goods
The director and general manager of three New South Wales solar companies has been fined $15,000 for selling solar hot water systems with potentially unsafe storage tanks and solar panels with electrical faults.
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.