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Milestones for Residential Solar Power in 2013

12/30/13, 09:42 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

We're seeing that 2013 was one of the best years for solar installations ever, with prices dropping for the third year in a row. Even the White House installed solar panels on its roof.

Wind and Winged Wildlife: Increased Federal Oversight of Wind Energy

12/30/13, 09:40 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

There are two federal laws that regulate the "take" of birds, the BGEPA, which regulates bald and golden eagles, and the MBTA, which regulates approximately 1,000 species of migratory birds.

High-voltage Battery Simulator and Test Systems Critical for Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Development

12/30/13, 09:40 AM | Energy Storage | Fuel Cells

Essential for conducting R&D, performance and durability testing

Harmonising our Energy and Societal Needs

12/30/13, 09:40 AM | Solar Power | Opinions and Advice

While promoting the implementation of green areas, we nevertheless have to pay focused attention to not only going green for its own sake, but also to promote a future trend where ecology meets sustainability.

The Business Case for Fuel Cells - Power Reliability and Savings

12/30/13, 09:39 AM | Energy Storage | Commercial and Industrial Applications

More than 88 megawatts (MW) of stationary fuel cells have been installed or ordered by U.S. businesses and utilities.

American Indians Making $$ on Solar in West

12/30/13, 09:39 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

While not perfect, solar provides jobs and lease revenue for tribes as it cleans up their air.

Geothermal Energy: A Resource Waiting To Be More Fully Tapped

12/13/13, 07:52 AM | EVs and Fuel Cells | Geothermal Energy

A discussion covering the geothermal context, power generation, ground source heat pumps and geothermal's potential for the future.

How Cities can reach 100% Renewable Energy.

12/13/13, 07:51 AM | Solar Power | Business Development

It's like having a blueprint to build a house, rather than just buying appliances, walls, and other parts. It is important to set out with a plan for what you want to end up with.

VOTO - Charging Batteries in a Fire

12/13/13, 07:51 AM | Energy Storage | Technology Discussions

One half of the VOTO is a fuel cell and the second half is a handle which has a light, cell phone adapter and nickel-metal hydride battery to store energy.

Is our current approach to energy sustainable?

12/13/13, 07:49 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

It seems that we've proven ourselves exceptionally able in arguing with one another. The time for that has passed. Nature will act if we don't.

Using Microbes to Produce Biofuel

12/13/13, 07:49 AM | EVs and Fuel Cells | Biomass Energy

Liquid fuels derived from plant biomass are one of the best alternatives if an inexpensive means of commercial production can be found. Major research efforts are focusing on fatty acids, which are the energy-rich molecules in living cells that have been dubbed nature's petroleum.

Big Data for Solar

12/13/13, 07:48 AM | Solar Power | Technology Discussions

Helping Fleet Managers Streamline Operations and Management Functions

Permanent Magnet Alternators for Wind Turbines

12/13/13, 07:47 AM | Solar Power | Systems

Permanent magnet alternators are very compact compared to asynchronous generators and allow simplified mechanical integration thanks to being direct-driving by the rotor.

How and Where Distributed Energy Resources Will Reduce the Need for Transmission

12/01/13, 11:13 AM | Solar Power | Smart Grid

The rapid growth of distributed energy resources (DER), a non-transmission alternative, is raising concerns over the viability and necessity of new transmission lines.

2013 completions of large solar thermal power plants mark technology gains

12/01/13, 11:13 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

All five of the major solar thermal projects—including Solana and Ivanpah—that are scheduled to come on line in 2013 and 2014 were awarded loans through the U.S. Department of Energy's Loan Guarantee Program.

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