Tesla’s batteries could become associated with an established technology (solar power) so that the two technologies start spreading together, ultimately becoming a new technical standard adopted by the majority of households and businesses. Read More Here… Tesla Is Betting on Solar, Not Just Batteries
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Why Millions of Chinese-Made Solar Panels Sat Unused in Southern California Warehouses for Years
Chinese manufacturers of solar panels mass produced solar panels cheaper than all the competition and flooded the US market without any tariff challenges. They were a little early though and supply exceeded demand stranding thousands of panels in warehouses. Read more details here… Card
New Solar Guide For Homeowners
For the average homeowner, the ins and outs of a home solar energy system aren’t nearly as well understood as many other possible home upgrades, but a new guide from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) aims to shed some light on the subject and help make it easier to make an informed decision about […]
Solar Energy past the Point of “No Return”
Solar energy is now so cheap that it’s beating fossil fuels, putting it on a path for growth that can’t be stopped. Read the full story from the motely Fool here… The Solar Energy Revolution: Past the Point of No Return — The Motley Fool
Portable Solar Recharging for your Gadgets
Posted today on @earth911. This looks like a must have for anyone on the go. Hikers and bicyclists especially could use a way to charge their phones when away from home. Here is a cool Application of solar power. Read More Here… WindSoleil Ra Solar Power 5000mAh Portable Waterproof External Battery Bank Charger w/ LED […]
Is It “TIME” To Install Solar On Your Home?
Time Magazine just published a great, easy to read article outlining the simple steps it takes to go solar. It is basically an abbreviated guide to going solar in todays energy environment. The upshot of which is: “The vast majority of residential installations — by a long shot — are done because solar is affordable […]
Fire Crews Receive Solar Panel Safety Training
The State of Connecticut is acknowledging how mainstream solar power has become by adding training for handling fires and other emergencies that might include solar panels on both commercial and residential buildings. Solar panels ad extra risk to firefighters, Water and electricity don’t make for a good mix. Read More Here… Southington fire crews receive […]
Home Solar Power With Battery Storage
Tesla motors has announced the Powerwall, a battery for homes than can store excess energy and provide back up power for homes with home solar systems. Home solar energy coupled with reliable storage methods has been a dream for awhile. That dream is coming true and a new step in the solar revolution is sure […]
How Low Oil Prices Can Help Renewable Energy
The volatility of the crude oil market is helping to push investors to the renewable energy market. Big Energy investors are taking notice of the growing market share in renewables. Here is a great article highlighting how this is happening. Read more… How wind & solar could benefit from low oil prices
Micro-grids vs. Traditional Energy Monopolies
Micro-grids are gaining attention in the evolving energy distribution environment. Recent major black-outs and natural disasters, such as Hurricane Sandy, have brought attention to vulnerabilities in our current energy distribution systems. Micro-grids might not only be the anwser to infrastructure related delivery issues but also help open the doors to more affordable energy sources like […]