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New York Offers Solar Thermal Incentives
To support a newly adopted state renewable energy goal, a New York state agency has launched an incentive program for solar thermal installations.
A Long Term American Energy Future View
President Obama’s speech last week on America’s energy future draws a positive response from the Environmental Defense Fund in our latest column.
Solar Decathlon Deserves The National Mall
The annual Solar Decathlon event, held at the National Mall is Washington D.C., has been booted from the property. One of its supporters argues for its reinstatement.
An Almost Clean Energy World By 2050?
The WWF outlines a 2050 scenario in which we use less energy more efficiently, and almost all of it comes from renewable sources. Oh, and no nukes.
Solar Power Energized By DOE’s SunShot
The U.S. has announced $27 million in funding for projects under “SunShot,” an effort to drive the price of solar power down to around $1 a watt.
Wave Power 101: A Clean Energy Primer
In this wave energy primer, we offer an overview on this nascent form of renewable energy, including its promise, potentials and challenges.
Kinetic Energy Power Gadgets Guide
While many renewable energy technologies generate electricity via movement of the elements, a new class of devices are wholly human-powered.
CES Pushes Smart Green Homes, Solar Gear
The 2011 Consumer Electronics Show is now in the history books. Take a look back with us as we highlight interesting green tech coming your way this year.
New Beginning As Calico Solar Plant Sold
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.
Is Nuclear Power A Clean Energy Source?
Is nuclear power a viable source of carbon-free electricity, or does it create as many environmental problems as it solves? We talk to experts for some answers.
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.
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?