The story of rooftop solar power in recent years is one of challenges conquered. Panels too pricey? Scaled up production (in China, mainly) took care of that. System capital costs still too high? New finance models, […]
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Solar Net Metering War: Casualty-Free, For Now
Analyst IHS says the utilities’ pushback against full-retail solar net metering schemes won’t be a huge factor in 2014.
Study Links Taller Wind Turbines To More Bird Deaths
Taller wind turbines – and those in California – could present a greater risk to birds, according to a new study.
Renewablue Blazes A Clean Energy Trail In CO Real Estate
EarthTechling interviewed founder James Welch Mitchell to learn how Renewablue is helping Coloradans embrace clean energy technologies for less.
Right’s New Attack On Clean Energy Detailed
Progressive groups say that after a recent Big Fail, ALEC has a new, more devious plan to attack state renewable energy standards.
Research Shakes Up Earthquake-Energy Connection
New studies provide fresh insight into how our poking around underground causes seismic activity.
A Portable, Plywood Micro House That’s Perfect For Two
This micro house is perfect for two, and can be assembled in a day without a hammer.
Solar Gardens Taking Root In US Communities
Community solar projects – aka, solar gardens – boost distributed energy development and bring their benefits to those who can’t put solar panels on their own roof.
Solar Power Notches A Victory In Minnesota
Minnesota enacts a 1.5 percent solar requirement and makes several other moves that advocates say could boost clean energy.
Geothermal Power: Electricity From Earth’s Untapped Potential
Geothermal power is an old renewable energy source, with a huge potential — especially if enhanced geothermal systems can be commercialized.
US-Backed Cellulosic Ethanol Plant In Trouble
The same month it began operating, the ZeaChem cellulosic ethanol plant in Oregon has been forced to cut workers and scale back operations due to money troubles.
Giant Solar, Wind Projects In Desert Get US Approval
The Obama administration approves three renewable energy projects in the Southwest, including one of the largest solar power plants in the world.
Feds’ Solar Zones Hit With Enviro Lawsuit
A coalition of smaller environmental groups sue the Obama administration, saying solar should go on rooftops, not on public lands.
Wind Power Tax Break Extended Through 2013
The fiscal cliff deal includes a production tax credit for wind for facilities that are under construction before the end of 2013.