Jeans Dye Key To Better Solar Cells?
Cornell University researchers have discovered using molecules commonly found in blue jean and ink dyes could lead to more economical and flexible solar cells.
Water And Solar Powered Elevator
An elevator has been unveiled at the London Festival of Architecture that is powered by a solar water pumping system.
More Renewable Energy Wanted By More Americans
A recent survey by Applied Materials of 1,000 American adults has found just over two thirds of respondents believe solar power needs to play a bigger role in meeting the nation’s energy needs.
Australian Greens Push For Carbon Price
With the Greens possibly holding the balance of power after the next election, the stakes are high for the Australian Government.
Small Town, Big Batteries
The small West Texas town of Presidio recently installed a 4 megawatt sodium sulfur battery system to help smooth out it’s unreliable power supply. The same battery system also has applications for renewable energy storage.
Enhanced RET Provides Big Rebates For Off Grid Solar
Australia’s Enhanced Renewable Energy Target (eRET) legislation passed last week offers greatly increased rebates for people installing off grid solar power systems.
Supercapattery – Supercapacitor Battery Hybrid
Another solution for storing electricity generated by renewable sources such as wind and solar power is being developed by researchers at The University of Nottingham – the supercapattery.
Australia’s Enhanced Renewable Energy Target
Long awaited changes to Australia’s Renewable Energy Target were finally passed on Thursday, changes some are calling the biggest climate change reform in Australia’s history.
Biodegradable Pens Made With Wind Power
In a throw-away society, disposable pens make a significant contribution to our waste stream and the production of pens is an energy intensive process. US company DBA has taken steps to address both these issues with its “98” product.
Australia’s Renewable Energy Target – Further Proposed Amendments
The Government has announced further proposed amendments to the Renewable Energy Target a short time ago.