California’s troubled Calico solar power project has been sold, and the new developer plans to use less expensive PV modules instead of concentrator technology.
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Brammo Revs Up Electric Motorcycles
Brammo is one of the more recognizable names in the electric motorcycles market. To learn about some of its cool e-motorbikes, we asked them some questions.
Who Are The EV Charging Station Players?
As EVs like the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt roll out, two companies – ECOtality and Coulomb Technologies – are driving the market for electric vehicle chargers.
A Passive Green House Rises In Oregon
One of the owners of the first Passive House certified new construction home on the West Coasts talks to EarthTechling about this ultra-efficient dwelling.
A Guide To Understanding Green Buildings
Interested in what, exactly, makes a green building green? In this green building guide we cover certification programs, elements of green buildings, and more.
Talking Green Power Strips With EcoStrip
The USB EcoStrip 2.0 is an interesting power strip which works to help you conserve energy in a simple way. We interview EcoStrip’s CEO for the details.
Design Would Make Hydro Power Fish Safe
German researchers have developed a hydroelectric power plant design with almost no environmental impact that would make it very easy for fish to pass through.
Voltaic Talks All Things Solar Bags
Voltaic Systems is one of the leaders in the bags with solar panels for powering devices space. We talk with one of their tech experts about their gadgets.
Going Hands On With GM’s Chevy Volt
GM stopped briefly in the Portland, Oregon area with a small fleet of Chevy Volts to showcase them and we were there to get some first hand impressions.
Water Heaters Get Their Smart Grid On
A new pilot program through the Bonneville Power Administration will use smart grid tech to fire up residential water heaters when the wind blows.
Fourth Major California Solar Plant A Go
The California Energy Commission has given a thumbs up to the 370 MW Ivanpah solar thermal plant, now having approved four solar power plants in as many weeks.
A California Solar Power Gold Rush?
California is in the midst of approving nine large scale new solar projects by year’s end. What does this signal of the state’s goals for clean energy?
Harvesting Electricity From The Air?
New research from Brazil shows how humidity can become charged with atmospheric energy and harvested for human use.
What Is LEED? The Guide To Your LEED Questions
As LEED certification for buildings grows in popularity, so does the interest of those who aren’t familiar with the program. Our LEED guide explains the founding of the program, its rating systems, and its pros and cons.