An interesting green development being built in the Bronx area of New York City will get up to 20 percent of its energy needs met via solar.
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Harvesting Solar Energy In Very Snowy Places
A professor in a snowy part of Canada tries to address a compelling question – how do you harvest the sun’s power in the world’s snowy places?
Solar Panel Leases: What You Should Know
Solar leases make it easier to afford upfront costs associated with putting solar energy in at home. They aren’t without issues though, so read here to learn more.
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.
Solar Power Research An Energy Crisis Fix?
Cheaper solar might be on the way after a Stanford team uses a nanometer-thick layer of organic material to boost the efficiency of quantum dot cells.
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.
Where Solar Energy Storage Meets Smart Grid
We take an in-depth look at Sunverge’s new Solar Integration System for connecting residential solar energy storage with smart grid tech.
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.
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.
Solar Power And Solar Energy Demystified
Curious about the basics of solar power and the types of solar energy in use today? Check out our quick information guide on solar to answer your questions.
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?
Voltaic Converter Solar Backpack Review
The Voltaic Converter backpack is a stylish bag with built-in solar panels to help power up your favorite portable devices. How well does it perform this task? Check out this review to find out.