Solar Power
Scammers Cashing In On Solar Power
Solar power is more popular than ever, and that’s especially true in England. Since the feed-in tariff was introduced on April 1st, 2010, everybody wants to get their hands on this newly hot commodity – including scam artists. This post was originally published on Solar Power Updates & News at Scammers Cashing In On Solar [...]
Insulating Your Heating Ducts
You’d be surprised how much heat is lost in the heating pipes and ducts running around your home. Easily, one of the most energy-efficient ways to save on costs is with simple fiberglass duct insulation. This post was originally published on DIY Solar Power. To read the full post, please visit Insulating Your Heating Ducts. [...]
Vermont Utilities To Buy Renewable Power From Quebec
Two of Vermont’s biggest power suppliers, Central Vermont Public Service and Gaz Metro Ltd., have signed a contract to buy up to 225 megawatts of power from Hydro-Quebec. The new 26-year deal begins November 2012 and goes through to 2038. This post was originally published on Solar Power Updates & News at Vermont Utilities To [...]
Solar Water Heater Made From Junk
One man’s trash is another man’s solar water heater! By using household junk, most of which you can get for free at the local landfill, you can make your own thermal water heater for less than the price of a fast food meal. This post was originally published on DIY Solar Power. To read the [...]
New and Improved Solar Pool Cleaner
Solar Breeze, the world’s only fully autonomous – and solar powered – pool cleaner received an update recently on its already fascinating features. Software is included in the machine to smartly direct it to areas with more sun to maximize its battery life. The solar panels themselves have gotten a 300% boost in output capacity, [...]
The $35 Solar-Powered Tablet PC
Designed in India, the $35 solar-powered tablet PC was developed by top talent from the local Institute of Technology. At a set price of a paltry 1,500 rupees ($35 USD), the Indian government hopes to lower that to $20, and eventually $10, and have it hit markets for 2011. This post was originally published on [...]
Carbon Offsets Help Manage Your Footprint
It’s true: it is hard to live off the grid, no matter how tempting and eco-friendly it is. Enter carbon offsets – voluntary payments of a particular sum per tonne of carbon you emit. It’s like donating to a charity for Mother Nature. This post was originally posted on Save Money with Solar Power at [...]
England’s Holy Houses Could Stand To Make £29 Million From Solar Panels
Churches, mosques and synagogues in England could stand to add up to $29 million GBP (or $50 million USD) to their coffers by simply switching to solar panels. This post was originally posted on Save Money with Solar Power at England’s Holy Houses Could Stand To Make £29 Million From Solar Panels. Source Article Rating [...]
Make Your Own Batteryless Personal Fan
The next time your friend with a swimming pool is out of town and you desperately need to cool off, try this fun little project for a batteryless, solar powered personal fan. This post was originally published on DIY Solar Power. To read the full post, please visit Make Your Own Batteryless Personal Fan. Source [...]
Coal And Solar Work Together To Bring Us Power
Longtime enemies coal and solar power have finally called a truce: the Xcel Energy power plant near Grand Junction, Colorado, has just implemented the first-of-its-kind solar-coal hybrid approach. This post was originally published on Solar Power Updates & News at Coal And Solar Work Together To Bring Us Power. Source Article: Coal And Solar Work [...]
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