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Performance Standards For Solar Modules And Collectors - Why They Are Important?

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Opinions and Advice, Solar Energy
Guidelines and standards provide a level playing field for all parties. Retailers, purchasing agencies and consumers must be able to evaluate the merits of solar devices based on a common set of industry-approved standards if we hope to achieve broad market penetration.

Small Hydro System At Backwoods Solar Homestead

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind
At the driest time of year, our creek measures about 3 feet wide by 3-4 inches deep and a five-gallon bucket and stopwatch suggested we had over 300 gpm flowing past our intake site. Wow, lots of potential.

Solar Energy Potential At Different Latitudes

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Solar Energy, Technology Discussions
I was surprised to see that, in Germany, where they receive a fewer amount of energy with respect to other countries, by the end of 2003 had clearly invested more in solar panels than many other countries which get more solar energy than them.

Sustainable Energy: What's it All About?

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Analysis and Trends
The first in a series that explores the future of sustainable energy across British Columbia

The Advantages of LED Lights

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Products
The key strength of LED lighting systems is in their low power consumption and durability. On average led based lighting systems will use 10%-20% of the power consumption of their incandescent counterparts.

The Prius Controversy: Is there really a problem?

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind
Based on my review of the reports, there appear to be four areas of concern and three corrective measures which have been taken by Toyota dealerships.

The right water treatment after rainwater harvesting

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Residential
For the rainwater to be fit for human consumption, it is important that the water goes through the following processes. Screening, settling, filtering and disinfection.

Tips for Purchasing the Most Energy Efficient Clothes Washer

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Products
When buying a clothes washer, it can be helpful to think of two price tags. The first price tag is the price paid to purchase the washer. The second price tag is the cost to operate the washer over its lifetime.

Working the Soil and Shifting the Paradigm:

08/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Commentary
For the modern home gardener, it may take a personal "revolution" to shift your gardening paradigm away from using harmful chemicals, as chemical gardening is generally seen as less work than organic gardening.

EarthToys Interview With Jodie Roussell Of Acore

06/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Interviews
Jodie Roussell, American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE)

Extracting Energy From Ocean Waves And River Systems

06/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind
Wave energy is a suitable renewable energy resource for certain coastlines in major markets in Australia, the US, the Pacific Islands, Japan, China, northern Europe, South America and Africa.

Fuel Cell Combined Heat And Power (CHP)

06/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Commercial and Industrial Applications
Within the next few years, fuel cell CHP systems are expected to be able to compete with conventional systems on price, with competitive life cycle/fuel use costs.

Green Remodeling: Redefining The Way We Live

06/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Residential
At its best, green remodeling can be viewed as a way to evolve. Our persona is more than just our body, mind, and soul. It includes everything that we manifest into the world.

Homeowners Discover The Peace And Quiet Of Manual Reel Mowers

06/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind | Products
Tips on using and enjoying manual reel mowers.

Introducing Hybrid Technology

06/01/05, 12:00 AM | Solar & Wind
It has been estimated that micro hybrids could cost only $300 to $400 more than conventional vehicles, yet this small additional investment could yield up to a 15% improvement in fuel economy!

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