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Solar Panel Basics – What Solar Panels Are Made Of

June 13, 2013 6:58 AM0 comments
Solar Panel Basics – What Solar Panels Are Made Of

Though just about everyone has heard of solar panels by now, not everyone knows what these interesting pieces of technology are actually made of. Beyond a simple comprehension of what the panels do, people are largely unaware of just how intricate they are and how advanced the technology behind them [...]

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What Germany Is Doing Right For The Environment

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What Germany Is Doing Right For The Environment

Germany broke a world record (again) when its solar energy plants produced 22 gigawatts (GW) of electricity per hour in the first weekend of June, which is as much as 20 nuclear power plants running at full capacity. That was enough to power the national grid to meet a third [...]

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REVIEW: Waka Waka Solar Mobile Phone Charger

May 27, 2013 7:00 AM0 comments
REVIEW: Waka Waka Solar Mobile Phone Charger

It’s not uncommon to find yourself with a drained mobile phone battery. And if your life and occupation rely on being connected through your phone, it can be more than an inconvenience when you’re away from a power outlet. Luckily, the continuous development of solar technology allows for products like [...]

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India’s Solar Canals

May 21, 2013 10:34 PM2 comments
India’s Solar Canals

India is playing a crucial role in not only generating clean and renewable energy, but also looking to conserve water at the same time which is having a big impact on the local environment. There are thousands of canals all across India, and they started a pilot project in the [...]

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5 Ways The Military Is Looking Towards Renewable Energy

May 14, 2013 8:44 PM0 comments
5 Ways The Military Is Looking Towards Renewable Energy

The U.S. Military is all about efficiency and effectiveness. In the eyes of the military, the best way to approach any operation is one in which the greatest amount is accomplished by using as few resources as possible. These ideals and parameters fit into the profiles for all of the [...]

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How Green is Barbados in 2013?

May 9, 2013 6:30 AM0 comments
How Green is Barbados in 2013?

It’s fitting that Barbados has become one of the most eco-friendly islands in the Caribbean. It does after all take its name from a type of tree (the Los Barbados or Bearded Fig) and attracts many visitors solely due to its stunning wildlife and nature. However, sustainability in Barbados is [...]

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Solar Shingles: An Up And Coming Solar Technology

May 1, 2013 6:32 AM2 comments
Solar Shingles: An Up And Coming Solar Technology

With the increase of people’s interest in green technology, there have been many new inventions and improvements made in the field of green technology. One of the fastest growing areas in the green technology field is that of solar technology. And the thing getting the most people excited with solar [...]

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From Solar Panel Manufacturer To Solar Panel User: China Is Getting Greener

April 30, 2013 6:28 AM0 comments
From Solar Panel Manufacturer To Solar Panel User: China Is Getting Greener

In recent years, China has been blasted for its failure to instate solar energy systems at an appropriate rate.  It was easy for watch groups to condemn the nation since, after all, it has been the leading manufacturer of solar panels and other solar devices.  The logic of the criticism [...]

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4 Career Tips For Solar Panel Installers

April 10, 2013 10:30 AM0 comments
4 Career Tips For Solar Panel Installers

Thinking of a Career as a Solar Installer? 4 Things to Consider When Making the Career Change All it takes is for the power in your neighborhood to go out for more than 3 minutes and you’ll understand the importance of power to our country and communities. When you think about [...]

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7 Countries with Most Solar Power Usage

March 23, 2013 7:15 AM2 comments
7 Countries with Most Solar Power Usage

The concept of solar power has been around for some time, but it’s never been considered a practical means for satisfying the world’s energy needs. But as better methods for capturing and converting the sun’s rays into usable energy are developed, solar power is becoming widely adopted across many countries. [...]

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