US Military Loves Solar, And The Feeling Is Mutual

Solar is making its way to the battlefield – here as part of a water purification system in Afghanistan – but the much bigger use is to power domestic bases and other facilities, including housing. (image via U.S. Marines)

At 130 megawatts, the U.S. military is using a lot of solar power – but a new industry report highlights the huge amount that will come in the next several years. Read more →

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US Army Rolling Out $7B Renewable Energy Buy

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Private money is financing privately developed renewable energy projects, beginning with geothermal, that will power U.S. military installations. Read more →

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Army’s Energy Upgrades Paid For With Savings

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Three 275-kilowatt wind turbines are part of a U.S. army base energy upgrade project that's paid for through an Energy Savings Performance Contract. Read more →

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MIT Working On Military Uniforms That Prevent Friendly Fire

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The incorporation of special nano-fibers could turn soldier uniforms into whole-body communicators. Read more →

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US Army Is One Mean, Green Energy-Saving Machine

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Using contracts that require no upfront capital, the U.S. Army says it is well on its way to meeting energy savings goals set out by President Obama in late 2011. Read more →

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Army’s Solar Array In New Mexico A World Beater

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The largest low concentration photovoltaics project in the world begins operation at the Army's White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. Read more →

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Holland’s Former Defensive Works Turned Into Playgrounds

The old Fort "Werk aan 't Spoel" now transformed for picnickers. Image by Rob 't Hart via Rietveld Landscape.

In two separate projects, former Dutch military strongholds have been transformed via adaptive reuse into green spaces where people can relax and enjoy picnics. Read more →

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Alta Devices Sees Solar Lightening Soldiers’ Loads

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As part of its emphasis on using high-efficiency thin-film cells for mobile power, Alta Devices shows of a flexible military charging mat. Read more →

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New Prototype Military Engine Said To Be Cleaner Burning

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OilPrice.com reports on how the military is working with the private sector to developer a cleaner burning engine. Read more →

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Advanced Power Strips Will Save The Air Force $5.4 Million

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The Military hopes sophisticated power strips will help it trim energy use by 8 million kilowatt-hours annually. Read more →

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