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Do It Yourself Solar Collector
A do-it-yourself solar collector can turn solar energy into thermal energy. Thermal energy comes from heat, and should not be confused with electrical energy that comes from a solar panel. A solar panel converts the sun’s energy into electricity, whereas a solar collector simply absorbs the sun’s radiation and uses it to create heat. This [...]
NJ Renews Nuclear Contract, Promises More Alternative Production in the Future
Nuclear power will stay as New Jersey’s main power source, with the state renewing its contract with Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station. This news came as state officials announced it will be pushing for the use of clean power sources, such as solar and wind. It appears that the Garden State will not be going [...]
Photovoltaic Cells
As the world advances, new technologies arise – or, in some cases, older technologies are exhumed and improved upon. Although most people are under the impression that the field of photovoltaics is a new subject, based on recent invention, this is not actually the case. But first of all lets take a look at what [...]
Portable Solar Battery Chargers
Solar battery chargers have been around for decades, but their popularity has increased a lot in just the last two years. This is partially because of advancements in technology, and partially because of our increased awareness of the need to shift to cleaner renewable energy sources. Advancements in technology have reduced the sizes and weights [...]
Solar Cells
A solar cell is a device which changes sunlight into electricity. A more technically term for a solar cell is a photovoltaic cell. The term “photo” derives from the Greek word for “light,” and the term “voltaic” comes from the word “volt” which means “electrical force.” A “cell” is a small receptacle or container containing [...]
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