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Az SMART project aims at drawing solar and other renewable energy companies to ArizonaA major research effort led by Arizona State University and initially funded through a grant from Science Foundation Arizona is analyzing how best to use solar and other sustainable energy throughout the state. A top official from the U.S. Department of Energy, Undersecretary Kristina Johnson, recently visited the project, and other VIPs are coming soon. The hope is that the Az SMART project will provide an example for other states to follow in President Obama’s plan to reduce emissions, reduce foreign oil dependence and create jobs in a clean technology economy. The project includes tools to benefit homeowners, businesses and the leaders who need to make informed decisions about which power-generation methods to use and where to locate ... [more] Mitsubishi Electric's free CPD-Accredited Guide to photovoltaic technology explores the issues around solar powerAccording to the latest figures from the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA), Europe leads the world in the use of photovoltaic systems, with 16GW of capacity installed up to 2009 - around 70% of the world's total PV power. Within Europe, Germany is at the forefront of solar energy use, with almost 10GW of installed power. 3.8GW was installed in 2009 and Government tariffs have been an important driver for the German market. With the UK photovoltaic market set to grow following the introduction of the Government's Feed In Tariff (FIT) earlier this year, Mitsubishi Electric has produced a free, CPD-Accredited Guide to the technology that explores the issues around solar power and highlights the rules of thumb necessary for ... [more] |
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Solar panel business could help local area
TIPTON — A solar panel maker coming to Tipton could prove beneficial to Grant County companies that lost out on the Chrysler-Getrag deal.
APS releases list of qualified solar installers
With more than 300 contractors working in the state to take advantage of generous incentives for solar power, Arizona Public Service Co. is making it easier for homeowners to find a reputable installer.
Solar Power Usage In Malaysia Expected To Reach Grid Parity By 2017
SAMARAHAN, July 29 (Bernama) -- Solar energy usage in Malaysia is expected to reach grid parity by 2017, said Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister, Datuk Seri Peter Chin Fah Kui.
Solar roofing NVQ makes sun shine on builder
A YORKSHIRE building firm hopes to expand after becoming a solar roofing specialist and devising a vocational qualification to help bring the rest of the industry up to scratch. (29/07/2010 11:14:05)
MONTGOMERY: Township, school buildings to get solar panels
The Otto Kaufman Community Center and three township schools buildings are among an initial pool of solar projects planned by Somerset County’s Renewable Energy Program.
LDK Solar Co., Ltd. Q4 2009 Earnings Call Transcript
Operator Thank you very much, sir. (Operator instructions) Thank you. The first question is from Edwin Mok. Please state your company and then your ...
APS Announces First Group of Qualified Solar Installers
PHOENIX----In the first program of its kind in Arizona, 32 residential solar installers became the first to achieve the designation of Qualified Solar Installer from Arizona Public Service Co.
Premier Power Signs Contract To Build New 0.5 MW Solar Electric Power Plant in Sicily
Premier Power Renewable Energy, Inc., a global leader in the development, design, engineering, and construction of solar power systems for commercial, government, and utility markets in the United States and Europe, announced today it will build a 0.5 megawatt (MW) solar power plant for Mirrione Francesco Legnami SRL, a leader in the Italian timber industry, wholesaler of wood, raw construction ...
Student sheds light on the dangers of kerosene
A new nonprofit founded by a Miami Dade College student aims to provide solar-powered lights in rural India to combat kerosene illness. Ximena Prugue, 20, developed her ambitious initiative, Giving the Green Light, with a vision to supply 10,000 solar lights to poor Indian villages by June of 2011.
