Gamesa And NREL Collaborate On Next Generation Wind Turbines
The next generation of wind turbines could help ensure more reliable supply of clean energy according to an announcement of the collaboration between the US Department of Energy and one of the world’s largest designers and retailers of wind power technology.
2000MW Tunisian Solar Farm To Power European Homes
A 2000MW solar power plant will be constructed in Tunisia that will export electricity across continental borders to Italy – a distance of just over 600km.
San Diego Named California’s Leading Solar City
The Californian city of San Diego is leading the state in solar capacity, with a record 4,500 rooftop solar power projects installed on residential, commercial and government buildings.
Solar Pioneer Professor Martin Green Honoured On Australia Day
Professor Martin Green’s efforts in solar photovoltaics has been recognised on Australia Day, with the professor being made a Member of the Order of Australia.
Energy Matters Video News – Episode 55 – January 25, 2012
Virginia reports on the final round of solar schools grant applications opening soon, solar reaching parity with fossil fuels in MENA nations, solar panel recycling to be a multi-billion dollar industry and two new solar farms that will continue producing electricity after dark.
Wind Farms Not A Health Hazard
The existence of ‘Wind Turbine Syndrome’ has been debunked by Australia’s Climate And Health Alliance (CAHA).
Philips’ New Solar LED Street Light Saves Even More Electricity
Philips recently announced what it claims to be the world’s most efficient and cost effective solar powered LED street lighting solution – Solar Gen2.
Last Round Of National Solar Schools Program Grants Opens Soon
The latest (and final) round of funding under the Australian Government’s National Solar Schools Program (NSSP), which has already put rooftop solar arrays on thousands of schools, will be opening soon.
Solar Panel Recycling Will Be A Multi-Billion Dollar Industry
A new report predicts the total annual recycled product value of crystalline silicon solar panels will hit USD $12 billion in 2035.
Volkswagen Research Facility Going Solar
A 400kW solar energy system, large enough to provide the electricity needs of around one hundred Australian households, will help power Volkswagen’s U.S. Test Center California.