U.S. Solar Panel Demand Grows in 2009
It may have been a tough year economically speaking, but U.S. grid connect solar power demand will reach at least 440 MW in 2009, up from 320 MW in 2008
The Silicon Air Battery
Most of us would be more familiar with silicon being used for computer chips and solar panels – now the substance looks set to become a vital component in the next generation of batteries.
Insulation Name And Shame – Solar Power Next?
Now that a formal ‘name and shame’ list has been established for Australia’s insulation industry, is it time for the government to implement a similar list for another sector seeing its fair share of shonky operators – solar power?
Solar Sails And Space Travel
The Planetary Society recently announced its new LightSail project, a program to sail a spacecraft on sunlight alone by the end of 2010.
100% Renewable Energy By 2030?
Is it physically and economically possible to run the entire world, including transportation, off renewable energy by 2030?
Solar Farm For Western Australia Announced
Expressions of interest are being requested for the construction of a 50MW – 150MW solar farm in Western Australia.
Suntech vs. Sanyo – The Solar Panel Battle For Japan
Suntech and Sanyo, leading manufacturers of solar panels, have been beating the corporate drums recently over their plans to increase market share in Japan.
Germany Faces Solar Power Component Shortage
Coupled with Germany’s feed in tariff program, demand for home solar power systems in recent weeks has grown enormously due to significant price reductions; threatening a solar panel and power inverter shortage in the country.
Harvesting Hydrogen With Solar Power
Some companies have made great inroads in utilising renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power in the hydrogen harvesting process.
Australia’s ‘Green Start’ For Low Income Households
Environment Minister Peter Garrett yesterday provided details of a new $130 million initiative called Green Start, designed to assist low-income and disadvantaged households in Australia in their water and energy efficiency efforts; including better access to renewable energy options such as solar power.