EarthTechling | Page 3 of 1744 |

Recent Posts and News

Tesla lowers solar prices in bid to regain crown

Tesla Lowers Solar Installation Cost

It’s no secret that Tesla’s been slumping on its solar business over the last few years. Once top-dog in the industry, rival Sunrun has since taken their crown. However, earlier this year Elon Musk said 2019 was going to be… Read More

Ford invests further in electric vehicles with $500 million to EV maker Rivian

Ford Invests Further in EVs with $500 Million to Electric Truck Maker Rivian

Ford is set to invest $500 million in EV start-up Rivian, pending regulatory approval. The move comes after Ford announced it will invest $11 billion in EV development over the next five years. Presumably Ford is looking to Rivian –… Read More

Facebook Partners with Utility for 350 MW of Solar

Facebook has partnered with utility Dominion Energy to install 350 megawatts of solar in Virginia and North Carolina, to cover energy use at Facebook’s local facilities. The project supports Dominion and Facebook’s commitments as members of We Are Still In,… Read More

Are EPA Regulations Stifling Economic Growth, as Trump Claims?

Trump’s been adamant from the start of his campaign that, if elected, he’d roll back the ‘disgraceful’ environmental regulations that stifle the national economy. Since then, he’s made good on his promises, repealing or gutting dozens of environmental rules set… Read More

Disney World Installs 270 Acre Solar Farm

Disney World has installed its second solar installation, a 50 MW solar installation that can cover 25% of the park’s energy needs, a major step in its plan to reduce emissions by 50% by 2020. Solar installation covers 25% of… Read More

Clean energy from falling snow could one day track your skiiing performance

Clean Energy from Falling Snow Could One Day Track your Skiing Performance

Researchers at the University of California – Los Angeles have created a device that harnesses the static electricity inherent within snow. But while it’s certainly an exciting prospect for small-scale applications like wearable electronics, don’t go thinking your house will… Read More

Solar Panels Can Increase Home Resale Value by 4.1%

Solar panels can add $9,000 to $42,000 to your home resale value, depending on location and size Solar panels can add $9,000 up to an incredible $42,000 to your home’s resale value, according to a new study from Zillow. For… Read More