Americans Turning From Nuclear Power To Solar Energy
The nuclear crisis in Japan is dramatically changing views about the use of nuclear energy for electricity generation. In the USA, a survey has found a majority of respondents want to see a freeze on new nuclear power station construction and more focus on wind and solar power.
Solar Power For Queensland Kindergartens
The Queensland state government has announced plans to put solar energy systems on the roofs of up to 400 kindergartens as part of its $5.76 million Solar Kindergarten Installation Program.
India’s Solar Power Industry Booms
India has become the world’s second largest consumer of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy and solar hot water products – behind only China – with a forecast annual installed PV growth rate of 134 percent for the years 2009-13, according latest figures from RNCOS Research.
Nuclear Power And Renewable Energy Not Compatible
The notion that nuclear power has its role alongside renewables in a clean energy future has been argued in a recent study.
Suntech Solar Panels On The World’s Rooftop
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd. (NYSE: STP) has announced it will install a 10MW solar farm on the Tibetan Plateau, making it the world’s highest altitude solar power installation.
Solar Powered Western Australian Mine Receives Award
Galaxy Resources has received the Energy Generation and Distribution Award from the Sustainable Energy Association of Australia for its use of solar power in a mine in Western Australia.
Australian Solar Institute Partners With Europe On Solar Power
The Australian Solar Institute (ASI) yesterday announced a research and development partnership to develop concentrating solar power (CSP) technologies.
ACT Government Advised To Reduce Solar Feed In Tariff Rate
The ACT government has been advised to drop its solar feed in tariff rate from 45.7c a kilowatt hour to 39c a kilowatt hour. This proposed revised rate would not impact on participants who connect prior to 1 July 2011.
See The Tesla Roadster – Oz Goes Electric Tour
When people think of all-electric cars, they often visualise a low range vehicle with very limited capabilities on the highway. Tesla is seeking to change that with the Oz Goes Electric Tour and its Roadster vehicle – charged purely with electricity sourced from solar, wind, hydro and biomass.
NSW Greens Unveil Concentrated Solar Power Plans
The New South Wales Greens yesterday launched their official election campaign, with renewable energy taking centre stage of their platform to revitalise the state’s heartlands.
