Energy Matters Video News – Episode 48 – September 28, 2011
In this episode, Virginia covers a push for a solar thermal farm for Port Augusta in South Australia, the solar powered ApocalypsEV, Walmart adding solar to 60 more of its stores in California and the Sustainable Energy Association of Australia criticises possible plans for re-mergers in Western Australia’s energy sector.
Hanwha SolarOne Secures $100 Million For Expansion
Hanwha SolarOne, a major China-based manufacturer of silicon ingots, wafers, solar cells and panels has announced it has secured USD100 million to fund further expansion.
Feed In Tariffs Boost UK Solar Energy Uptake 900%
The power of the sun coupled with the lure of feed in tariffs has seen solar energy capacity in the UK grow by a massive 900% in just under 18 months.
Westinghouse’s DIY Install Home Solar Power System Kits
Westinghouse Solar has released a new do-it-yourself rooftop solar power system the company says can be bought off the shelf and installed at home, reducing the cost of solar energy for households.
Push For Solar Farm In Port Augusta
Beyond Zero Emissions is lobbying for a solar thermal power plant to be constructed at Port Augusta in South Australia. If the initiative goes ahead, it will be the first facility of its kind in Australia.
Renewables Support Still In Catch-Up To Nuclear And Fossil Fuels
The recent spending spree in the U.S. on renewable energy support hasn’t been without its critics; but as has been pointed out repeatedly, fossil fuels and nuclear energy have enjoyed a gravy train of subsidisation for decades.
EU PVSEC Celebrates The Solar Revolution
This month saw the 26th annual European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (26th EU PVSEC), an event which drew over 40,000 PV professionals from around the world.
Solar Powered Vehicle For the Zombie Apocalypse – ApocalypsEV
While car manufacturers have made some headway in building vehicles with anti-zombie features, these are only useful in small breakouts. What if a full-blown zombie apocalypse* should occur? Enter the solar powered, all-terrain vehicle – ApocalypseEV.
UK Eyes European Electricity Supergrid
A report into the future deployment of renewable energy in the UK from the government’s Energy and Climate Change Committee has recommended swift action on establishing a European “super” power grid.
Walmart Saving Big On Electricity With Solar Panels
U.S. retail giant Walmart has announced it will install solar panels on 60 more of its stores in California and its solar initiative has already saved the company a million dollars in electricity costs.
