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Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley to Adopt Solar Power Solar Advisory Group Develops Solar Project to Highlight Energy FairThe Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley (BGCSV) announced they will be adopting solar power at the Smythe Clubhouse in East San Jose, in an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, electricity costs and continue its environmental stewardship in the community. The solar project was made possible through BGCSV’s solar partner, Solar Advisory Group (SAG). BGCSV will be hosting an Energy Fair on Saturday, May 19th, to raise awareness, knowledge, and ultimately adoption of energy efficiency and conservation practices in the community surrounding the Smythe Clubhouse. The decision and timing to adopt solar power displays the importance of adopting renewable practices and instilling a sustainable mentality in our youth. Partnering with the Si... [more] SKF launches portfolio of customer solutions with significant environmental benefits as part of its BeyondZero™ conceptSKF has launched the SKF BeyondZero portfolio which enables SKF customers to reduce their own environmental impact. The environmental improvements provided by solutions within the SKF BeyondZero portfolio are validated through a life cycle assessment methodology developed by SKF sustainability engineers. Results will be reviewed yearly by KPMG. “The SKF BeyondZero portfolio is a major step for SKF in our development of solutions with reduced environmental impact for our customers. SKF products, solutions and services from our five technology platforms are already improving performance for our customers and enabling them to be more efficient,” says Tom Johnstone, SKF President and CEO. “The launch of these special BeyondZero portfolio sol... [more] |
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A new fee for APS residential solar users
Arizona Public Service Co. customers who take rebates for solar power will see a new fee starting July 1, one of many changes regulators approved Tuesday.
US slaps big duties on Chinese solar cells
The United States slapped hefty anti-dumping duties on Chinese solar cell makers Thursday in a move likely to heighten trade tensions between the two global economic powers.
Sunday's Solar Eclipse 'Ring of Fire': Where and How to See It
On Sunday afternoon (May 20), the path of an annular solar eclipse will cross parts of eight western states. SPACE.com estimates that an estimated 6.6 million Americans live within the path of annularity.
Alberta professor breaks down solar panel program costs
Expensive solar panels have always been touted as economical in the long term, but one associate professor of business is questioning that logic after crunching some numbers.
SoCalGas to Launch Series of Informational Workshops on Solar Water Heating Basics for Single-Family Residences
LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) will present a series of free informational workshops about solar water heating systems and the rebates available through ...
Dominion Virginia Power Proposes New Rate to Encourage Solar Power in The Commonwealth
RICHMOND, Va., May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion Virginia Power took a second step today to add more of the sun's energy to its electricity grid by proposing a new rate that includes a premium to encourage ...
Solar Eclipse 2012: Where, When 'Ring Of Fire' Will Be Visible
On Sunday afternoon (May 20), the path of an annular solar eclipse will cross parts of eight western states. SPACE.com estimates that an estimated 6.6 million Americans live within the path of annularity.
Energy secretary touts Ariz. solar project
U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu said Tuesday that Phoenix is a leading example of how to roll out more solar energy across the country.
Solar eclipse moves into view - Thu, 17 May 2012 PST
A partial solar eclipse on Sunday evening is going to darken one side of the sun to the delight of sky watchers in the Inland Northwest, but clouds could spoil the show. The region will be on the northern side of the path of the annular eclipse running from Asia to Texas.
Meadowlands Landfill Solar Farm Dedicated
KEARNY, N.J., May 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Service Electric and Gas (PSE&G) today joined the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission (NJMC) and SunDurance Energy to dedicate the Kearny Landfill Solar Farm, ...
