Stephanie on January 11th, 2010

You want to tap into solar power, but you may be a bit wary of the investment required for solar panels.  Have you considered passive solar energy?  It provides easy renewable solutions without the need for expensive equipment and installation. All you need to do is consider the relation between your living space and the [...]

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Stephanie on January 9th, 2010

Mega-retailer Walmart has faced many issues over recent years, including claims that it unfairly paid its workers and didn’t provide decent health care benefits.  Yet, the retail giant is generating positive news lately, as well as its own electricity! Can you believe that Walmart is a solar leader in California? In 2009, Walmart completed three [...]

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Stephanie on January 7th, 2010

Like many solutions to reducing carbon footprints and saving energy, its the little things that make a big difference.  That’s why so many people are thinking big with small solar! Instead of waiting for your utility company or a private investor to build a mega solar farm, and then transmit solar electricity along a grid [...]

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Three key global manufacturers announced they entered an agreement to produce triple-junction thin-film photovoltaic (PV) panels in Italy.  Enel Green Power, Sharp and STMicroelectronics are joining forces at what will be the largest PV manufacturing plant in the world. Each company brings a unique, valuable contribution to the joint venture. Enel Green Power is a [...]

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Stephanie on January 3rd, 2010

Thinking about installing solar panels this year?  There’s no time like the present to take the plunge.  The past few years have seen some major developments in solar technology, plus price cuts of up to 50% in the last 12 months alone.  Add in the fact that you may be entitled to tax credits or [...]

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Stephanie on January 1st, 2010

Solar business owners and investors!  Its time to start planning for the year ahead. Why not schedule some networking and get the latest solar information in the country that leads the rest of the word with respect to solar energy?  The 10th Annual Solar Energy Conference will be held in Berlin, Germany, February 16-20, 2010. [...]

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