Solar Concentrator - Discover the Top Ten Solar Utilities of 2008

Washington, DC (Vocus) May 15, 2009

Last year, SEPA conducted its first annual market survey of electric utilities based on 2007 solar installation data. The resulting rankings report garnered widespread media and industry attention. We anticipate that this year's survey, based on the 2008 Utility Solar Electricity Survey completed in April 2009, will be even more noteworthy. You can be among the very first to learn the results by attending this breaking news webinar and report release.

The response to this year's survey increased by 80% over last year, with data reported on the solar portfolios of over 90 utilities. The report captures information on solar technologies including photovoltaic and concentrating solar thermal, on both the customer and utility sides of the meter, as well as a comparison of cumulative and annual megawatts connected to the utility grid.

Will the report indicate new trends, significant shifts of project scale, or perhaps implementation of innovative new business models within the industry? Find out by participating in this valuable webinar on Thursday, May 28th and get a copy of the full report, as well as critical insight from SEPA's research team.

Advance registration for this special Virtual Press Conference/Webinar is highly recommended!

Speakers:         Julia Hamm, Executive Director; Mike Taylor, Research Director/Solar Electric Power Association
Date:                 Thursday, May 28, 2009
Time:                10:00 AM Pacific/1:00 PM Eastern (one hour duration)
Registration:     https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/426685610
Cost:        This event is free to recognized members of the Media, subject to verification.        

About the Solar Electric Power Association: SEPA is comprised of over 550 utilities and solar industry members. From national events to one-on-one counseling, SEPA is the go-to resource for unbiased and actionable solar intelligence. Breaking down information overload into business reality, SEPA takes the time and risk out of implementing solar business plans and helps turn new technologies into new opportunities. http://www.solarelectricpower.org

Contact:
Josephine Mooney
Director of Communications & Marketing
(202) 559-2024
jmooney(at)solarelectricpower.org

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Residential Wind Power - Too Long Overlooked: Big Business for Small Wind Turbines; Go Green Energy White Paper Details Emerging Opportunities

Santa Cruz, CA (PRWEB) January 14, 2008

When someone mentions "wind energy," what usually come to mind are the fields of giant utility-grade wind turbines located off the coasts of many countries and on mountain tops everywhere, and small residential-grade windmill-style turbines designed for personal use.

Both markets are experiencing rapid growth as the cost of fossil-based energy increases and competition for the raw supply of world oil becomes more intense. But, says Alternative Energy Consultant Dennis A. Murray, founder and lead consultant of Go Green Energy LLC, the largest potential beneficiary of wind turbines - the industrial sector - has largely been overlooked.

"That is about to change with the development of a new class of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines," Murray said. "Compact and tubular in shape, these new VAWT designs can produce up to 10KW in normal wind environments and even in exceptionally high wind conditions where all other turbines fail. Their rugged design and unique form factor allows them to go where conventional wind turbines cannot."

A white paper authored by Murray describing these new turbines and their many commercial markets is now available at http://www.gogreenenergyllc.com.

Shaped like an open-sided oil drum on a short pole, these new VAWT designs rotate silently, catch the wind from any direction, present no danger to people, animals or the environment, and produce up to 10 KW of clean, renewable energy in Class 3 wind. To reduce or eliminate the need for service the designs have as few as two moving parts and uniquely, they can operate vertically as well as horizontally depending on the application.

"It's the combination of a compact, cylindrical form factor, high output, and ruggedness that gives this class of wind turbines a decisive advantage in the developing industrial sector of the wind energy market," Murray said.

Some of the many applications for these vertical, "cylindrical" turbines include:

    Tall Bridge Lighting Systems
    Oil Platform Auxiliary Power
    Auxiliary and Emergency Power for Ships
    Communications Towers and Control Sheds

All of these applications are located in high wind areas and each is subject to physical restrictions that prohibit the use of conventional 3-bladed turbines. And, each represents an enormous opportunity for the small wind industry, according to Murray.

Go Green Energy, LLC (GGE) is a consultancy focused on the development of green energy products and applications for commercial and industrial use. GGE works with green technology developers, commercial business users, and investors to development markets and provide solutions employing renewable energy technologies. Contact GGE at 831-423-3333 or visit http://www.gogreenenergyllc.com for more information.

CONTACT
Dennis Murray
831 423 3333
dmurray@gogreenenergyllc.com

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renewable energy - Windham Initiative for Renewable Energy (WIRE) Fundraising for New High School Solar, Wind, and Weather Monitoring Moves into High Gear

Windham, NH

Windham, NH (PRWEB) January 21, 2009

The Windham Initiative for Renewable Energy (WIRE) begins fundraising for a Solar, Wind, and Weather Monitoring Station at the new Windham High School to open in September of 2009.

After months of research, meetings with experts, and visits to similar programs throughout New England to determine the best system to install that would provide students the broadest range of exposure to various renewable energy systems available on the market today, the committee unanimously agreed upon a combination of various small to medium sized wind turbines, different photovoltaic solar arrays, and a weather monitoring station.

"We are very excited by this opportunity for our town to take a first step toward educating the next generation of consumers, high school students, about the benefits of renewable energy," noted WIRE Chairman Alan Carpenter. "The renewable energy industry will become very important to our country's push for energy independence in the coming years, and we want to help our students get a head start for potential careers in this area."

"This comprehensive system will help plant the seed of excitement among the students about renewable energy and will spread that knowledge and excitement among friends and family. It will also give Windham High students and extra competitive edge when applying to colleges for engineering programs focused on renewable energy," noted Mary Fries, Dean of Mathematics, Science, and Technology for the new Windham High School and a member of the WIRE committee. "Additionally, we hope to make the data from these systems available on the Internet, so interested Windham residents can see how weather in our area impacts the various systems," added Ms. Fries.

Committee member, Bill Hutchings, will be spearheading the effort to secure corporate donations. "There are many corporations that have expressed interest in the WIRE program. There are a number of engineering companies in the area already looking for bright young students coming out of local colleges and universities with renewable energy education," said Hutchings. "They are very excited about our forward thinking with regard to not only getting our students excited about renewable energy but also setting them up for what is already a rapidly expanding employment market."

The WIRE committee is looking to raise $100,000 to install the minimum configuration. Funds in excess of $100,000 will expand the kinds, number of systems, monitoring, and educational aids that can be purchased and implemented.

Small and large, private, tax-deductible donations, in association with the Windham Endowment for Community Advancement, are welcome and can be made using Paypal (no Paypal account is required) via the "Contributions" page of the Wire-NH website. No taxpayer funds will be utilized.

Windham Initiative for Renewable Energy (WIRE) is a local organization whose mission is to inspire our citizens and educate our students on the benefits of renewable energy. WIRE is committed to raising awareness of environmental issues and ensuring our country's energy independence. WIRE challenges government and businesses to follow Windham's lead in promoting "green" policies and installing renewable energy systems in our community.

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Solar Electricity - Solar Electricity Goes To Camp; Camp Donor Reduces Non-Profit’s Electric Bills and Generates Huge Tax Advantages with Solar Power

Ojai, CA (PRWEB) May 5, 2006

Within the beautiful hills of Ojai, CA rests Camp Ramah, a non-profit Jewish camp for children. This camp features wonderful family activities on a year-round basis with special attention to summer fun and children’s events. And now there’s a new attraction in the camp … a solar electrical system that will reduce the camp’s electric bill by $4,000.00 per month. This new project, designed and installed by Solar Electrical Systems of Westlake Village, CA, keeps alive the characteristics Camp Ramah tries to instill in its campers: self-sufficiency, self-reliability and environmental awareness.

While the heart of Camp Ramah is the camp experience, the fact remains that Camp Ramah is also a business, with economic and social responsibilities. Thus, when a major constituent approached the Camp earlier this year with a six-figure capital donation, the donor and camp directors targeted the funds for a solar electrical system. A solar electrical system would not only reduce camp electrical expenditures, but also generate huge depreciation and tax advantages for the donor down the line.

Immediately, Camp Ramah contracted with Solar Electrical Systems of Westlake Village, CA to design and install three different commercial solar power projects. The first project, already completed, consists of approximately 264 solar panels installed on the camp’s three-sided cafeteria building. An additional 32 solar panels with a non-penetrating mount system were installed on the adjacent bakery. Each module is 330W commercial grade fire proof. The collective solar panels make up a 90 kW commercial system that was retrofitted for the building. The second project is planned for this fall.

According to Greg Johanson, President of Solar Electrical Systems, "It has been a pleasure working with Camp Ramah’s staff. SES has learned first-hand how we can transfer a non-profit’s depreciation and tax advantages into a useful tax benefit for gift donors, making it a win-win situation. Actually, the Camp Ramah experience may generate federal legislation through Senator Leonard E. Burman to modify existing tax law to help other non-profits manage their depreciation and tax credits. I can't think of anything better than bringing the new age of commercial solar power to other non-profits, as well as to the youth and strong community of this great organization. I think it should be a micro-economic example for the world to follow.”

The camp’s electric bill has now been offset by 30% through a detailed cost analysis and innovative tax advantages. Further, the depreciation of the buildings involved has been maximized with the addition of the solar panels. Solar Electrical Systems was referred to Camp Ramah by Wally Marks of Helms Bakery in Culver City, CA. Marks had previously received a 150kW system from Solar Electrical Systems.

So how does solar power work? Commercial solar power is produced when silicon wafers laminated under non-reflective glass collect photons from the sun, which are converted into DC electrical power. This power then flows to an inverter which converts and transforms it into usable voltage and AC electrical power. In some cases, solar electrical systems have the power to spin electric meters backward, which result in credits from a primary electric provider.

Solar Electrical Systems (General & Electrical B1, C10, License Number 575211) has been working with general contractors, builders, architects and owners to design and install solar electrical systems for commercial, non-profit, residential, and home-based business properties in California and the Los Angeles area since 1978. Solar Electrical Systems was rated by the California Energy Commission as the “2001 Best Photovoltaic Installer” and rated the “2005 Highest Percentage Performance of Commercially Installed Systems in Southern California” by a local utility from their base in Los Angeles. With 25 years of experience, five times more than any competitor in the industry, Solar Electrical Systems is the world's oldest licensed, full-service, 100% photovoltaic contractor with over 500 residential and 100 commercial photovoltaic installations. For more information on tax advantages with solar power or to answer the question, “How does solar power work?” visit http://www.SolarElectricalSystems.com or call (866) 74-SOLAR.

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Residential Wind Power - Training Seminar On Installation of Renewable Energy Products Hosted by Solar Night Industries at Alberici Corporation’s LEED Platinum Certified Building, located in St. Louis, MO

Saint Louis, MO (PRWEB) June 4, 2007

Solar Night Industries (OTC: SLND.PK) is hosting this unique, 3 day installation training seminar, June 25th-27th, in St. Louis, MO. They will also preview their new Solar Synapse™ Pre-Wire Kit for New Construction, designed to help Builders increase energy efficiency of new homes and qualify for additional LEED points. The seminar training on Solar and Wind, will have instructors from modern energy manufacturers: Schuco] and Southwest Wind Power.

“We look forward to working with our partners, Schuco and Southwest Wind Power, two top tier renewable energy companies, to help accommodate the growing demand for trained installers of new alternative wind and solar systems,” SNI CEO Tim Corbet said. “We are also very excited to host this event at the highest LEED Platinum certified building in the U.S. Participants will learn from the inside out."

Training begins at the Alberici World Headquarters in St. Louis, on June 25th, where Schuco will be training attendees to properly install their top of the line Solar Thermal Systems. The following two days, June 26 and 27, attendees will be instructed by Southwest Wind Power to install the popular small scale wind turbine, the Skystream 3.7.

David Sawchak, Program Manager for Schuco emphasized:
"The issue for renewable energy today is no longer a concern regarding the quality of equipment. The issue is the back-log caused by the lack of properly trained and qualified installers. For companies like Schuco, SNI and Southwest Wind Power, to team up to fill the void and conduct these regional classes will help establish an infrastructure to regulate training in the US. This is very important for the continued growth of renewable energy installations.”

SNI is also excited to offer ”Bonus Training” during the three day seminar. Attendees will be among the first in the U.S. to receive training and instruction on SNI’s Solar Synapse™ Pre-Wire Kit. The purpose of the kit is to pre-wire a home for solar energy so that the eventual home owner has the ability to easily, and affordably add a solar photovoltaic system at their leisure. This kit offers trained installers an affordable opportunity to participate in the early stages of the modern energy revolution.

“This kit provides Builders a green option which is not only forward looking in green construction, but also educates the consumer as to the benefits and necessity of renewable energy,” says Ben Hanewinkel, VP of Sales at Solar Night Industries.

Class size will be limited; for complete information and registration for this training seminar, visit: http://www.solarnightindustries.com/training

About Solar Night Industries, Inc.
Solar Night Industries Inc. (OTC:SLND.PK) is an early stage, clean-energy Company that enables residential and commercial energy users across the country to implement cost-effective, clean-energy solutions that help them reduce their dependence on traditional energy sources, reducing CO2 emissions. Solar Night Industries, Inc. is based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA). For more information, please visit http://www.SolarNightIndustries.com.

Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements, which are made in reliance upon the “Safe Harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results could differ materially from the statements expressed or implied herein due to a variety of factors including, but not limited to: the development of Solar Night Industries’ solar cell technology and solar solutions ability to secure additional financing, the successful marketing and distribution of Solar Night Industries’ products market acceptance of Solar Night Industries’ products and technology, competition and timing of projects and trends in the solar industry, as well as other factors. The forward looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date of this press release, and Solar Night Industries undertakes no obligation to publicly update such forward looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

For more information: Solar Night Industries, Inc., Molly Salinas, Director of Marketing, molly(at)solarnightindustries.com or 877-826-1991.

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Alternative Energy - High speed rail/alternative energy part II

This is part II of my high speed rail/alternative energy video.

Solar Power - SHTF Solar Power Panels & Solar Film.MP4

SHTF or just back packing this little solar film panel is just what the doctor ordered for your power charging needs...

backyard wind generator - A "Ham-tastic" New Children's Book by Entrepreneur and Breast Cancer Survivor Urges Children to "Treasure Your Youth"™

Denver, CO and Hebron, CT (PRWEB) September 15, 2007

Concerned with the grim statistics regarding the health and sedentary lifestyle of America's children, author, entrepreneur, outdoor enthusiast, and breast cancer survivor Donna Raheb has created a story that encourages children to get out, explore life, and to "Treasure Your Youth."™ The Adventures of Henrietta Ham: Meet Henrietta is a quirky tale of two little girls who accidentally fall down a chute at a canning facility and wind up as canned hams.

It is no secret that America's children are at risk because of their sedentary lifestyles and poor eating habits. According to the New York Times, "For the first time in two centuries, the current generation of children in America may have shorter life expectancies than their parents" (March 17, 2005). Author Donna Raheb, trying to find a way to help reverse this trend, has created a new picture book character, Henrietta Ham. Henrietta and her best friend Tanya inspire young children to get out of the house and explore the outdoors in The Adventures of Henrietta Ham: Meet Henrietta.

What makes this book unique is that Henrietta and Tanya are hams. Yes, you read that right. Hams.

Through a bizarre accident, these seven-year-old little girls fall into the chutes at a canned ham factory and are pressed into canned hams. Fortunately for all concerned, Henrietta's parents purchase two cans of ham at the end of the tour--the two that hold Henrietta and Tanya. But what's to happen to the girls when they are taken to the house? Will Momma be cooking them for dinner? Here's where the real adventure begins:

Suddenly, one of the hams in the pan begins to jiggle and jumps to her feet. She calls out, "Henrietta!" as she nudges the other ham.
Wiggling to get free, Henrietta exclaims, "Tanya, look at all the fruits stuck to you!"
Tanya plucks off a cherry and pops it into her mouth. "Mmm, tasty." Then Tanya says, "You look like one of those hams that comes in a can! We don't look human anymore!"
Momma Terri, hearing the commotion, starts after the jiggling and wiggling hams in the pan.
"Run!" cries Henrietta.
"Before we get cooked for dinner!" shouts Tanya…

After escaping the house, Henrietta and Tanya forget their worries and find themselves exploring the wilderness in their own backyard. The Adventures of Henrietta Ham: Meet Henrietta, the first book of what promises to be a popular new series, provides children with an outlet for good, clean, and informative fun, while inspiring a healthy trend back to outdoor adventure.

ISBN: 978-1-4327-0142-0        Format: 8.5 x 11 paperback    SRP: $14.95
Genre: Children's    

About the Author: Author and outdoor enthusiast Donna Raheb was born and raised in northeastern Connecticut. After college, she worked in the television and computer industries and founded her own company, D Rae Sound & Video. An unexpected cancer diagnosis prompted her to appreciate the moment and what's truly important and to follow her heart. Now a breast cancer survivor, Raheb has created the Treasure Your Youth™ apparel line and has turned to writing to help the next generation become aware of the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
For more information, visit http://www.outskirtspress.com/DonnaRaheb or the author's own site at http://www.HenriettaHam.com.

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solar power companies - Suntricity Power Announces Residential Bulk Solar Buying Power

New Castle, DE (PRWEB) June 14, 2010

Suntricity Power (http://www.SuntricityPower.com), America's Solar Choice, today announced that it has added a New Neighborhood Solar program to assist potential solar clients in moving toward clean renewable energy. The program allows for extended discounts for bulk solar purchases in the Pennsylvania and Delaware Markets.

The Suntricity Power Neighborhood Solar Program is designed to promote residential solar power by encouraging people to band together and realize a volume discount on their systems. Through the program, Suntricity Power teams with neighborhoods, homeowner associations, and municipalities to organize meetings and provide education to interested homeowners.

By encouraging their neighbors to purchase home solar power systems, homeowner champions are able to enjoy financial benefits through the discounts and solar rebates and will also increase the positive impact on the environment by growing from just one residential solar home system to many.

Suntricity Power believes that through product innovation and programs like this one, solar can become affordable to everyone. The program is set to begin on June 21st, 2010. To sign up please go to http://www.SuntricityPower.com, and look for the Neighborhood Solar Link.

About Suntricity Power Corp.
Suntricity Power Corp. provides solar energy systems for residential and commercial markets. The company offers a system that includes high efficiency microinverters, mono crystalline high yield solar modules, communications and Web-based monitoring and analysis. The systems increase energy harvest, improve system reliability and simplify design, installation and management. Founded in 2007 and based in Delaware, with offices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the company is led by veterans from the solar, financial and tech industry.

For more information about Suntricity Power, please visit http://www.SuntricityPower.com or call 888-557-6527, 888-55-SOLAR.

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Solar Power - How to build a Solar Panel from Solar Cells DIY Part 1

How to build a Solar Panel from Solar Cells DIY Part 1 This is a video of how I build solar panels from single solar cells wired in series. This is a great DIY "do it yourself" Green power project. These solar panels are very powerful and following these steps you will be able to make them for 1/3 of what they sell them for in the stores. If your looking to get off the grid or just drop your electric bill this is perfect for you! Stay tuned for up and coming parts. I will seal these solar panels and test them in up and coming videos. We will even show how we install it on my own home and how I connect it to our grid tie inverter. I hope you enjoy the video. All the best, -Pete Mixcat.com mixcatcom

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Solar panel installations surge on UK household roofs The Guardian This takes the number of solar photovoltaic systems in the UK taking part in the Fits scheme to 28505, alongside over a thousand micro wind turbines and just over 200 small hydro sites. But despite the rise in demand, solar power under the Fits scheme ... and more »

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Bridgewater Habitat for Humanity goes solar NJ.com “They have a pretty low energy use rate,” Kuster said about the homes. “Part of the mission here is to keep the monthly costs down.” With the solar panels, homeowners will be able to sell some of the electricity they produce back to the utility company ... and more »

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home wind generator - American Wave Machine Displays New Wave Generators at Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California

Solana Beach, CA (PRWEB) May 31, 2007

American Wave Machine, Inc., (AWM) an innovator in artificial wave technology, today announced its newest wave generators, the PerfectSwell and WindSwell, are being used for the first time at the Aquarium of the Pacific “Catch a Wave” exhibition in Long Beach, Calif. The year-long exhibition and program, which opened on May 25, 2007, includes displays that explain the science of waves, the history and culture of surfing as well as educational programs about surf-related animals and environmental issues.

AWM’s new PerfectSwell and WindSwell wave generators are being used to generate waves in two adjacent 25-foot wave tanks that demonstrate the difference between tsumani waves and wind waves. These wave generators, designed for surf pools at resorts and amusement parks, incorporate the latest technology from AWM to mimic the movement of real ocean waves.

The Aquarium of the Pacific’s “Catch A Wave” program includes new exhibits, classic surfing films, live surf bands, educational programs and events so that people of all ages can experience the history, nature and the culture of waves and surfing from Southern California to the South Pacific. The new exhibit also offers opportunities to meet surfers and scientists at special evening programs.

“We are pleased to help educate the public on the different types of waves through this fun and engaging wave exhibit,” said Bruce McFarland, president of AWM. “Non-surfers and surfers alike will have the opportunity to learn about the difference between the ‘perfect swell’ for surfing and tsunami waves that rapidly displace water on a monumental scale with potentially devastating results.”

About American Wave Machines, Inc.
American Wave Machines, Inc. (AWM) develops artificial wave technology that replicates the experience of real ocean surfing. Its patented SurfStream™, the world’s first standing wave machine, is a technology breakthrough that delivers real surfing and wave riding capabilities. By creating a deep water cushion, SurfStream provides the most sought after surfing experience – “the long ride.” The company also offers PerfectSwell and WindSwell wave generators. AWM surf technology is available for waterparks, surfparks, hotel resorts, and sponsored wave-riding exhibitions. For more information, visit http://www.surfstream.com.

About Aquarium of the Pacific:
The Aquarium of the Pacific, a nonprofit institution, celebrates our planet’s largest and most diverse body of water, the Pacific Ocean. Home to more than 12,500 animals, the Aquarium explores the waters of Southern California and Baja and the Northern and Tropical Pacific. The Aquarium is open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (except December 25 and during the Grand Prix April 18-20, 2008). Admission is $20.95 adult (12+); $17.95 senior (62+); $11.95 child (3-11); and free to children under 3 and Aquarium members. For more information, the public can call 562-590-3100 or visit http://www.aquariumofpacific.org

Note to Editors: Images available upon request.

Media Contacts --

For American Wave Machines:
Valerie Chereskin
Chereskin Communications
(760) 942-3116

For Aquarium of the Pacific:
Marilyn Padilla
(562)-951-1684

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solar power companies - $17 Solar Energy Bargain: TFN Smart Investing Stock Breakthr

www.taipanfinancialnews.com This alternative energy company has grown 228% in a year. And after a successful IPO, it sees bigger profits ahead for 2007. Sara Nunnally explains why it should be in your portfolio. Read a free research report Sara prepared about a unique alternative energy pick with great potential www.taipanfinancialnews.com

Solar Energy - Solar Energy For Homes

www.solarenergyforhomesnow.com When you want to discover the benefits of solar energy for homes without the hefty prices. - created at http

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Chase Field Solar Panels To Charge Electric Cars KPHO Phoenix Several business and local political leaders joined Hall in the dedication of the APS Solar Pavilion. The solar panels will generate enough electricity for about eight to 10 homes. Eventually, Arizona Public Service will use the panels to store energy ... Affordable Zero-Energy Homes Boast Solar, $0 Electric BillsCalFinder (blog) Solar Pavilion dedicated at Chase FieldKTAR.com all 9 news articles »

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Green Mountain solar leases give homeowners bragging rights Dallas Morning News “But we still have many customers who have solar panels on their homes today without any incentive because they want to do it.” The company, owned by NRG Energy Inc., will lease solar panels to customers for a monthly fee that includes installation, ... Green Mountain Energy Company Launches Renewable Rewards® Solar Lease Program ...TradersHuddle.com (press release) New solar leasing program comes to TexasCooler Planet Get Started in Solar Power and Energy EfficiencyCare2.com (blog) 4-traders (press release) -Boulder County Business Report -The Ecologist all 208 news articles »

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Alternative Energy - Alternative fuel government cant tax and wont support, water

Hydrogen is high in energy, yet an engine that burns pure hydrogen produces almost no pollution. NASA has used liquid hydrogen since the 1970s to propel the space shuttle and other rockets into orbit. Hydrogen fuel cells power the shuttle's electrical systems, producing a clean byproduct - pure water, which the crew drinks. A fuel cell combines hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, heat, and water. Fuel cells are often compared to batteries. Both convert the energy produced by a chemical reaction into usable electric power. However, the fuel cell will produce electricity as long as fuel (hydrogen) is supplied, never losing its charge. Fuel cells are a promising technology for use as a source of heat and electricity for buildings, and as an electrical power source for electric motors propelling vehicles. Fuel cells operate best on pure hydrogen. But fuels like natural gas, methanol, or even gasoline can be reformed to produce the hydrogen required for fuel cells. Some fuel cells even can be fueled directly with methanol, without using a reformer. In the future, hydrogen could also join electricity as an important energy carrier. An energy carrier moves and delivers energy in a usable form to consumers. Renewable energy sources, like the sun and wind, can't produce energy all the time. But they could, for example, produce electric energy and hydrogen, which can be stored until it's needed. Hydrogen can also be transported (like electricity) to locations where it is <b>...</b>

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Tim Pawlenty: Obama "sat on his hands" on drilling CBS News Obama and his EPA won't let us drill here or build a refinery here. We won't have jobs here that we could have had by drilling and refining here. We could have sold ourselves the oil instead of sending jobs and money overseas. ... and more »

Candidates talk environment InsideHalton.com “Generally, we need to be reducing our carbon emissions, we need to be moving into alternative fuel sources and making sure we are forward-thinking and investing in the types of technologies that are going to get us there,” she said. ... and more »

Morning Must Reads: Commission TIME (blog) Those pensions had been underfunded for years. Anyone with an ounce of sense could figure you can't continue to grow spending at every level of government and guarantee ridiculous benefits forever. But they do just hand them tax dollars. ... and more »

Obama: Creates gas price spike task force. Transcript Chicago Sun-Times (blog) The federal government has the biggest fleet of automobiles of anybody, any organization. So what we've said is let's make our fleet 100 percent alternative-fuel cars. (Applause.) And what that does, that creates a big market for American-made cars ... and more »

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Change in direction of federal spending Politico Don't just squander it or think you can wait until you have ALL the power. Find your spine and your huevos. Stand up for us. Stand firm. We will support you. If you can't or won't save this country, move aside and let someone else do the job. ... and more »

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New York City's Solar Landfill Plan Finds Eager Energy Developers Reuters Bloomberg said that the city would partner with private developers to build up to 50 megawatts of solar power atop capped landfills in Staten Island and Brooklyn. The panels, to be spread across a sliver of the city's 3000 acres of landfill property, ... and more »

Governor Corbett Announces 2011 Environmental Excellence Awards Winners PR Newswire (press release) The solar facility will have a generating capacity of 700000 kilowatt-hours per year, according to PPL Renewable Energy, supplying about 50-percent of the school's energy usage. Roughly 4000 American-made solar panels spread across 25 acres comprise ... and more »

Solar panel installations surge on UK household roofs The Guardian This takes the number of solar photovoltaic systems in the UK taking part in the Fits scheme to 28505, alongside over a thousand micro wind turbines and just over 200 small hydro sites. But despite the rise in demand, solar power under the Fits scheme ... and more »

Local operations receive $600k for energy efficient projects Jacksonville Daily News “The intent behind getting (the solar panels) was for our educational programs — one component is home energy consumption and home maintenance,” Seitz said. “We looked at that as a way to have a working solar system right at the extension office so we ... and more »

Insight Management Corp. Pursues Solar Market Marketwire (press release) Insight Management Corp. is a growing provider of sustainable solutions including solar panel technology, wind turbine systems, wholesale plant distribution, and eco-friendly prefabricated homes and workspaces. The Company acquires environmentally ... and more »

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Direct steam generation in a solar concentrator. Deflection of steel tube is caused by a circumferential temperature gradient generated by the stratified water flow, logitudinal mechanical loads are not present. Experiment was made at nearly atmospheric presure in Mexico City. Any coments and ideas are welcome

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Solar concentrator graces university rooftop CNET The solar collectors were developed by start-up Chromasun, which was formed to adapt solar concentrators for commercial rooftops. By heating water to as high as 400 degrees, the solar thermal system can be used for both hot water and to fuel air ... and more »

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Chevron Mining Commences Power Production at its New Mexico Solar Field AZoCleantech The installation is placed over the tailing site at the CMI owned molybdenum mine, establishing a new solar technology and the pragmatic use of an earlier affected land area. The concentrator solar photovoltaic (CPV) installation at Questa solar field ... and more »

Letting off steam, surveying the sea and carrying wardrobes Hindustan Times The project awarded the second prize looked at producing steam through a single axis line focusing solar concentrator. Ashish Kumar Choudhary, the brains behind the conception and implementation of the project says, “It's all about producing steam for ...

Solar-powered Water Reclamation Facility opens in Coachella The Desert Sun The City of Coachella will turn on its solar-powered Water Reclamation Facility during a grand opening celebration at 11 am April 28 at the southeast corner of Polk Street and Avenue 54. The $2.7 million concentrator photovoltaic solar project is ...

Google Invests $168 Million In BrightSource Energy Solar Plant Forbes (blog) Ivanpah is a solar concentrator project, using fields of mirrors, known as heliostats, to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver on top of a tower. (This project when finished will include 173000 heliostats.) The concentrated sunlight is used to ... and more »

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