Solar Power Microloans Addressing Energy Poverty
Based on a concept made popular by Kiva, Energy In Common is focusing on micro-financing what it calls “solar entrepreneurs” – families and businesses in developing countries wanting to acquire small solar power systems.
UK Achieves 1 Gigawatt Offshore Wind Power Milestone
The UK’s first gigawatt of offshore wind energy capacity was achieved last week when two wind farms off the coast of Britain began generating electricity.
Insulation Scheme Scrapped, Solar Hot Water Rebate Stays
The Australian Federal Government has formally announced a decision to not proceed with the insulation component of the Renewable Energy Bonus Scheme, but has stated the Solar Hot Water Rebate component will proceed.
Obama Offered Free Solar Power For White House
24 years after Jimmy Carter’s solar hot water panels were removed from the White House roof by the Reagan administration, President Obama is being called upon to reinstall a solar power system on the iconic building to demonstrate a greater Presidential commitment to solar energy.
Solar Farm For Alice Springs Airport
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, Senator Penny Wong, yesterday announced $1.132 million in funding for a $2.264 million solar farm project at Alice Springs Airport.
40 Years Of Earth Day
Forty years ago on April 22, 1970, 20 million people participated in the first Earth Day event in the USA. One billion people around the world will be involved in the event this year.
The Woes Of Big Wind Power
Compared to the environmental impact of fossil fuel sources and even nuclear power, issues with harvesting wind energy may seem relatively minor, but large scale wind farms run into more than their fair share of red tape when attempting to get established.
A World Run On Low Carbon Energy No Pipe Dream
The myth of low carbon and renewable energy sources not being able to supply the majority, if not all, the developed world’s electricity requirements in the near future is being busted almost weekly in recent months.
Ritar To Provide Battery Backup Systems For World Expo 2010
Ritar Power Corp announced yesterday it has been selected to provide deep cycle battery based energy storage systems for the Brazil Pavilion at the World Expo 2010 in Shanghai.
Lawn Mowing Service Taps Solar Power
In the USA, 5 – 10% of the nation’s air pollution has its origins in the operation of petrol powered lawn equipment. A Colorado company is addressing the problem by using equipment such as electric lawn mowers powered by renewable energy.
