Posts Tagged ‘Solar power’
Illuminating Guatemala with Solar Power
Ever wonder how the miracle of solar energy can change lives in Third World countries? Illuminating Guatemala with solar power is nothing short of a modern-day miracle.
Quetsol is bringing solar lighting kits to areas of the globe that greatly need power for their poor rural communities.
As shown in the video below, the founders of Quetsol: [...]
Yosemite National Park’s Newest Feature: Solar Power
The majestic Sierra Nevada mountains in California are like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Until you visit Yosemite National Park, that is. One of the most beautiful parks in the U.S., this jewel of the west boasts impressive rock formations and waterfalls. No wonder Ansel Adams loved to come here to photograph.
The federal government is [...]
Solar Power Your Home For Dummies (For Dummies (Home & Garden)) (Paperback)
The bestselling alternative energy reference book in North Americanow in an updated edition Want to take advantage of solar power in your home? Whether you’re looking to save on your energy costs by adding a few solar components or you want to build a solar-powered house from the [...]
2008 Solar Power! Photovoltaics, Solar Cells, Roof Panels, Heating, Lighting, Concentrating – Complete Guide with Practical Information and Government Research (Two CD-ROM Set) (CD-ROM)
This up-to-date and comprehensive electronic book on two CD-ROMs presents an incredible, totally revised and greatly expanded collection of important documents and publications about solar energy, solar heating and lighting, solar concentrating technology, and photovoltaic (PV) solar power cells. Encyclopedic coverage of every practical aspect of solar power, heating, electricity, and research is thoroughly covered [...]
The Best of Peachy Green: New Hope, New Technology
Christmas is over, finished, done with. Can you see me smiling? I love Christmas. We had a wonderful time this year, but I’m very glad that the work is over!
As the New Year preparations begin we here at Peachy Green have found ourselves swamped. We aren’t bogged down with work, but with an overwhelming need [...]
Solar Energy Grid Integration System
Have you heard about the solar energy grid integration system (SEGIS) program? If not, you’re in good company. You shouldn’t be in the dark when it comes to important solar energy initiatives, though.
The solar energy grid integration system program was established through the U.S. Department of Energy, and is part of its Solar America Initiative [...]
Barefoot Solar Engineers
Late last year, 30 women ventured out from their rural village homes in Bhutan for the first time. The purpose for their journey was admirable; to bring solar power back to their villages, most of which are a 5 hour walk to the nearest road.
They traveled to India’s Barefoot College where they learned to [...]
Animals Forced to Produce Batteries
Sshhh! Don’t tell PETA! In the following video you will witness turtles producing batteries through the magic of solar power and animation.
Those clever and inventive folks over at Voltaic want to be sure their customers know that they don’t take themselves too seriously.
In their new commercial designed to show off Voltaic solar backpacks, they [...]
Solar Powered Schools
National Public Radio (NPR) broadcast a story recently describing one school district that had voted to cut busing services for its students. Children as young as kindergartners could be expected to walk up to 1 1/4 miles to and from school because buses will no longer pick them up in their neighborhoods due to [...]
Solar Powered City
While the rest of the world has been guzzling oil at top speed, the residents of Frieburg, Germany, have been seeking out and building on alternative energy ideas, particularly solar power. It all started in the mid 1970’s when the city was threatened with a plan to build a nuclear power plant in their [...]
California Vineyard 100% Solar Powered
Shafer Vineyards in Napa County, California is among the first vineyards in the area to use solar power exclusively to run all winery operations. They are utilizing a GE photovoltaic power system that blends in with the breathtaking natural beauty of Shafer’s 200 acres.
Generating power through solar panels and solar shingles in strategic locations throughout [...]
Solar Projects on Hold in Bend Oregon
Recently, the Bend Bulletin newspaper reported that two major solar power projects in Central Oregon are “on hold.” Both the Redmond Airport and the downtown Bend parking garage have been planned to include solar panels in design and construction. However, recent questions from Pacific Power, the local electric company, has asked for clarification [...]
GM is Going Green in North America
America’s largest auto maker is going green bigtime these days. Amid rumors of bankruptcy and sagging stock prices earlier this year, GM made a bold move, announcing the installation of a solar roof on its factory in Zaragoza, Spain.
Early in August, GM decided to bring its going green philosophy home to the [...]
Obama Visits Northwest Solar Company
A solar panel company based in beautiful Bend, Oregon, PV Powered is leading the charge (so to speak) for solar power technology in the United States. It is the only American based grid-tied solar inverter manufacturer.
As stated on its website: “Our vision is to spur the widespread adoption of solar power by ensuring [...]
Solar Powered Pool Skimmer
Get in the Swim with a Solar Powered Skimmer!
Now that you have read about the solar powered hybrid lawnmower that cuts your grass while you lounge in the shade, why not extend your relaxation time and order one of these sleek gadgets called the Solar Powered Skimmer to clean your swimming pool as well?
Outfitted [...]
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- Solar-Powered School Buses2010 is turning out to be the year of the electric vehicle. With back to school season in full swing, kids in Wisconsin can soon get a lesson in energy efficiency before they even reach the school steps. A new fleet of plug-in electric hybrid school buses will be transporting students in the Oconomowoc school [...] […]
- Solar Energy DisadvantagesI’m sure that we can all agree that finding reliable alternative energy sources is critical in the coming decades. Regardless of whether you believe that the planet is warming, we simply cannot continue to burn fossil fuels as if they will always be available for our use. Obviously, I’m a proponent of solar power since [...] […]
