Solar Panels
Solar Panels
Our latest related articles:
Our latest related articles:
The Hottest Places for Solar Panels
Levels of solar radiation vary dramatically between countries, as do the various subsidies available. Where in the world is the best place to live to benefit from solar panels when these two factors are combined, and should there be more funding for solar power in sunnier countries?
The Real Solar War: US Manufacturers and Installers Fight Over Cheap Chinese Panels
There is a heated debate going on between people who are supposed to be on the same side of the aisle. Yet, when you hear their passionate arguments and the way they describe the damage the other is causing the US, you start wondering if they actually share anything in common. No, I’m not talking about [...]
BP Moves Beyond Solar
On May 19, 1997, John Browne, then the CEO of BP, gave his famous ‘Climate Change: the New Agenda’ speech at Stanford, outlining BP’s new approach to global warming. One part of that new agenda was a foray into new energy technologies, particularly solar. Now it looks like solar is about to join the rest [...]
Walmart Goes Solar in Cajun Country
Walmart is installing one of Louisiana’s largest solar projects in a partnership with Cleco Power in the town of Many.
London Plans on World’s Biggest Solar Bridge
City officials have long been working to ‘green’ London, and the effort is gathering speed in the lead up to the 2012 Olympic Games which the city is hosting. London’s Olympic committee is trying to make 2012 the year for the greenest games ever held. Aside from the Olympics, London’s citywide green initiatives run the gamut from [...]
Ford Announces Plan to Sell Rooftop Solar Panels with Electric Vehicles
Auto companies with electric vehicle offerings are increasingly taking the opportunity to build links between their vehicles and renewable energy. Perhaps in response to those who say (incorrectly) that EVs do nothing to help mitigate carbon emissions – due to a prevalence of coal-fired electricity generation – manufacturers are forging strategic partnerships with solar companies [...]
The Future of Pedal Power in Remote Places
Dr. Nathan Phillips, an associate professor of geography and environment at Boston University, first worked with a bicycle-powered electricity generator while conducting research in the depths of an Ecuadorian tropical rainforest. Researchers require electricity for charging batteries and other electronic devices such as GPS systems, digital cameras, and computers. The simple invention of a compact [...]
Sexism Isn’t Cool, Even in the Name of Renewable Power
Do we need to objectify women to sell green products? According to John B., founder and owner of Renewable Girls (RG), and the creator of the calendar that features Megan and her bananas, the answer is “yes.” There is even a name for it: ecosexism. Let’s be clear- women are not universally exploited in green culture [...]
Energy is a Consumer Issue. Why are we Drowning it in Politics?
By Brian F. Keane I’ve spent much of the last decade marketing clean energy and energy efficiency to the American people. And I’m worried that we’re about to blow it. Let me explain. A little over 30 years ago, then-President Jimmy Carter held a press conference on the roof of the White House. The subject: [...]
SunRun: A New Kind of Utility Company
Many homeowners are interested in utilizing renewable energy sources, including solar panels, but the costs are often prohibitive. Even with tax incentives, solar panels and wind turbines cannot always provide an acceptable return on investment. Some companies, however, have developed innovative business models aimed at solving this issue. SunRun, a United States based provider of [...]
How To Sell Residential Solar: SunRun’s “Solar Service”
According to Bloomberg New Energy Finance research America ranks 5th in the world in terms of installed solar power capacity. The solar industry is experiencing an approximately 33% annual growth rate, an amazing success in this still depressed economy. America is approaching a milestone in residential rooftop solar installations. Sometime next year the 100,000th American [...]
Award for Most Interesting Solar Incentive? Free Gun! Yeehaw!
Since the first Earth Day in 1970, progressives have wondered how to communicate the necessity for sustainable economies to a recalcitrant conservative element in this country. Bland Solar and Air, of Bakersfield, California, may well have found the answer with their “Buy Solar. Get a Gun.” campaign. Bakersfield, in the conservative central valley of California [...]
SolarClover: Simple and Affordable DIY Residential Rooftop Solar Energy System
One of the greatest barriers of entry for residential solar power systems has been the high cost of installation. And for some, another turn-off is the aesthetic of conventional rooftop panels. The SolarClover residential rooftop solar energy system, from Armageddon Energy, has been designed to address both issues. SolarClover is a uniquely-shaped solar panel system with a [...]
SolarCity CEO Says Solar Installation Biz Splitting into Big Guys and Little Guys
Solarcity CEO Lyndon Rive said in an interview Friday that he is seeing a growing market schism between the thousands of small, local solar panel installers and a “half a dozen or so” national players that can provide “a trusted brand focusing on scale and services.” Rise of the Brand Names Solarcity, which the 32-year [...]
London Leads the Way With Green Business Website
If you have a business that wants to go green, one your first questions is probably, “How exactly do I go green?” You are not alone. Many businesses, especially small businesses, do not have the time or resources to find green product manufacturers, set up relationships, and inspect the manufacturers’ eco-friendly policies. So whether you [...]
SolFocus Designs CPV Solar Panels for Commercial Scale Deployment
Concentrated photovoltaics (CPV) is not a new technology, but commercial utilization is. In the past, panels demonstrated high efficiency in the laboratory, but were not designed for manufacturability. Since SolFocus was founded in 2005, the company has taken a different approach to this technology. “We have designed our product for manufacturability,” says Nancy Hartsoch, VP [...]
Small Businesses Running On Solar WiFi
Small California firm rolls out solar powered WiFi and attracts numerous businesses.
Holy Solar – Vatican Installs 2,400 Panels
The Pope has switched to solar energy. The Vatican might in the near future embark on a more ambitious project to become an alternative energy producer which transports energy back to the grid.
Use Google Earth To See What Solar Panels Can Do For Your House
Roofray’s solar panel calculator uses Google Earth to show you what solar panels would do for your house. The calculator also is perfect to see what energy savings you could achieve.
IKEA Invests In Solar Technology Startup Companies
Ikea is to roll out solar panel technology soonish. It is investing in several start up companies to create cost efficient flat pack solar panels in a range of new eco products…
Current Sponsors
Current Engagements
Best Practices in Corporate Volunteering
Communicating Corporate Responsibility with AHA
The Future of Fair Trade with Fair Trade USA
Bard College MBA in Sustainability
Sustainability Ratings and Key CSR Topics
How to Invest for Income and Impact
Energy Options: Pros and Cons from Solar to Nuclear
[coming soon] The Green Beer Series 2012
Where We’re Going
Have your event listed here.
San Diego: June 4-7
Sustainable Brands 2012: Join us as the Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Innovation Communities convene to shape the future. Discover and participate in the sustainable brand revolution by collaborating to shift consumer demand, drive heretical innovation, and evolve the business case. 20% Reader discount with code "nwtripsb12".
Webinar: June 5
Running an Effective Corporate Volunteer Program with AngelPoints: Key clients discuss how they put the AngelPoints Volunteering solution to work for them. Attend this webinar to learn best practices, tips & tricks - and how to get an effective volunteer program off the ground at your organization.
Seattle: June 11-12GRI Certified Training: Demand for sustainability experts is growing rapidly as companies look for proven professionals. For companies, GRI trained employees mean faster implementations and better use of the GRI Sustainability Reporting Framework. Join our partner ISOS group for this two day session. Early bird discounts apply!
Portland & Seattle: June 13 & 14
Sustainable Industries Economic Forum:
Join keynote speaker Van Jones and sustainable business leaders from dozens of innovative companies for an interactive presentation and conversation on The Access Economy and how it affects you and your business, as well as high-impact networking. Register now for Portland on June 13 & Seattle on June 14.
NYC: June 27-28Responsible Business Summit USA: Discover how to fully embed and integrate CSR in your organization. Learn how to collaborate with key stakeholders and establish competitive edge using proven CSR strategies. Hear best practices from GAP Inc, Timberland, Lockheed Martin, Life Technologies, Campbell Soup and many more.
Minneapolis: July 19-20GRI Certified Training: Demand for sustainability experts is growing rapidly as companies look for proven professionals. For companies, GRI trained employees mean faster implementations and better use of the GRI Sustainability Reporting Framework. Join our partner ISOS group for this two day session. Early bird discounts apply!
Boston: Sep 13-14GRI Certified Training: Demand for sustainability experts is growing rapidly as companies look for proven professionals. For companies, GRI trained employees mean faster implementations and better use of the GRI Sustainability Reporting Framework. Join our partner ISOS group for this two day session. Early bird discounts apply!
Have your event listed here.
San Diego: June 4-7
Sustainable Brands 2012: Join us as the Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Innovation Communities convene to shape the future. Discover and participate in the sustainable brand revolution by collaborating to shift consumer demand, drive heretical innovation, and evolve the business case. 20% Reader discount with code "nwtripsb12".
Webinar: June 5
Running an Effective Corporate Volunteer Program with AngelPoints: Key clients discuss how they put the AngelPoints Volunteering solution to work for them. Attend this webinar to learn best practices, tips & tricks - and how to get an effective volunteer program off the ground at your organization.
Seattle: June 11-12GRI Certified Training: Demand for sustainability experts is growing rapidly as companies look for proven professionals. For companies, GRI trained employees mean faster implementations and better use of the GRI Sustainability Reporting Framework. Join our partner ISOS group for this two day session. Early bird discounts apply!
Portland & Seattle: June 13 & 14
Sustainable Industries Economic Forum:Join keynote speaker Van Jones and sustainable business leaders from dozens of innovative companies for an interactive presentation and conversation on The Access Economy and how it affects you and your business, as well as high-impact networking. Register now for Portland on June 13 & Seattle on June 14.
NYC: June 27-28Responsible Business Summit USA: Discover how to fully embed and integrate CSR in your organization. Learn how to collaborate with key stakeholders and establish competitive edge using proven CSR strategies. Hear best practices from GAP Inc, Timberland, Lockheed Martin, Life Technologies, Campbell Soup and many more.
Minneapolis: July 19-20GRI Certified Training: Demand for sustainability experts is growing rapidly as companies look for proven professionals. For companies, GRI trained employees mean faster implementations and better use of the GRI Sustainability Reporting Framework. Join our partner ISOS group for this two day session. Early bird discounts apply!
Boston: Sep 13-14GRI Certified Training: Demand for sustainability experts is growing rapidly as companies look for proven professionals. For companies, GRI trained employees mean faster implementations and better use of the GRI Sustainability Reporting Framework. Join our partner ISOS group for this two day session. Early bird discounts apply!
Have your event listed here.
Recent Comments