A new electric car company, Alvarez Electric Motors, has sprung up in California and looks to open a nationwide network of low speed electric vehicle dealerships.
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Big Solar Getting Fast-Track Zones In US West
The Obama administration closes in on earmarking 285,000 acres in 17 zones in six Western states for streamlined utility-scale solar power development.
Electric Cars: How Much Does Size Matter?
Up to now the conventional wisdom has been that mass market appeal for an EV will only come in a small car. But is this true? We find out.
San Antonio Aims To Lead Texas Out Of Solar Darkness
Wind power rules in Texas, but San Antonio’s CPS Energy is in a new deal that will bring 400 megawatts of solar plus several solar companies to the city.
New Jersey Solar Bill Gets Christie Signature
New Jersey’s republican governor signs on to a bill that’s intended to keep the state rolling along as a U.S. leader in solar power installations.
NYC’s Delta Building Uses Smart Tech To Provide Its Own Power
In this interview with Voltaic Solaire spokesperson David Scott, we ask a burning question: why has it taken New York City so long to join the net zero party
China Blamed, Obama Bashed In Abound Solar Hearing
House Republicans hold a hearing on the Abound Solar loan guarantee failure, and China becomes a hot topic of conversation.
US-Backed Agua Caliente Solar Surges To 200 MW
Developers of the Agua Caliente Solar Project in Arizona, which is backed by a $976 million loan guarantee, say the plant is now generating 200 MW of power.
Are Smart Meters Hazardous To Your Health?
Smart meters, despite their technological usefulness, are said by some to raise health concerns such as insomnia and nausea. Is this a legitimate concern?
Rising Demand Is Giving Biogas A Big Lift
With widening opportunities for renewable natural gas in transportation and cogeneration, analysts see steady growth for the biogas industry over the next decade.
5 Solar-Powered Devices To Help You Survive The Heatwave
If you’ve been sweating it out the past week or so, we’ve got five green gadgets that can help you save some energy and beat the heat.
Rare Earth Metals Future May Hinge On China
Rare earth metals are an essential component in renewable energy technology and right now China has a monopoly.
Air Force’s Secret Space Plane Used Solar In Orbit
Its purpose is shrouded in mystery but we do know one thing about the U.S. Air Force’s robotic X-37B space plane, which flew back to Earth recently after a 15-month stint in orbit — it runs on solar.
Can Solar Save Texas’ Bacon When Summer Sizzles?
A new study sponsored by the solar industry makes the case for PV as an answer to Texas’ summer energy challenges.