A new study from the Berkeley Lab in California has found that, among the different compensations schemes currently under consideration for incentivizing distributed solar, net metering may be best for customers.
An UK antiques dealer has put on display what is believed to be Britain’s first solar cell, developed 60 years ago by a Surrey science teacher.
Two solar companies recently announced that they’ll be collaborating to bring solar systems to five affordable housing facilities across Southern California.
Just outside Rovigo, Italy, Europe’s largest solar electric plant–expected to generate 72 megawatts of power–is expected to begin service at the end of the year.
A new solar electricity system from Greenray offers “plug and play” solar, thanks to an integrated micro-converter that turns DC into AC without a grid tie inverters, mounting hardware or wiring.
Wal Mart recently expanded its commitment to solar energy with an installation covering about seven acres in Apple Valley, CA, providing a megawatt of power–enough to supply 20% of the energy needs of its nearby distribution center.
Solar in a Box is literally ready to install home solar array components which come in a series of boxes available from big box retailers like Sam’s Club.
A new study published by Stanford University finds that solar irrigation systems have the potential to improve both household nutrition and income in sub-Saharan Africa.
How to transport medicines and vaccines requiring refrigeration to people in the far-flung rural reaches? The Nomadic Communities Trust of Kenya has found a solution: solar-powered mini-fridges mounted on camels.
A new product uses a PV solar panel connected to indoor LED lights to simulate the daylighting effects of a skylight, without requiring users to cut a hole in the roof.
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