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Self Driving Car – Google Test Drive Showing Real Life Example

by newenergy April 3, 2012 Hybrid

I’m sorry but for those of you who think a self driving car is a bad idea you just might need to think again. Watch this video and then tell me you think there is no way this technology can take off. Drivers are the dangerous ones on the road. I will be watching this [...]

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What Effect Will Tariffs On Chinese Solar Panels Have On Solar Industry?

by newenergy March 30, 2012 Solar Power

Many in the solar industry believe that low module pricing is what is driving the industry forward. But American solar manufacturers have stated — and proved — that China isn’t playing by the rules. Experts explain and react to the case. source If you found this article insightful, please let us know. It’s your feedback [...]

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PV America – PT5 – Renusol Bart Leusink CEO

by newenergy March 30, 2012 Solar Power

PV America coverage continues with this discussion with Renusol America CEO Bart Leusink. Renusol makes low profile, light weight solar panel installation platforms which adhere to the needs of the market for mounting solutions which can withstand harsh weather elements like high winds. Renusol Demo Renusol America is a subsidiary of Renusol GmbH, based in [...]

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What are Key North American Markets for Solar Development?

by newenergy March 30, 2012 Solar Power

“Continuing the conversation” on the North American PV Market. Industry experts explain where the industry grew or remained flat in 2011 and what they expect to see in 2012 and beyond. An in-depth 40-minute conersation including audience questions. source This blog started out as a simple repository of basic information, then it grew to be [...]

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Battle Over Net-Metering – PV

by newenergy March 29, 2012 Solar Power

Carrie Cullen Hitt, VP of State Affairs with SEIA explains to Meg Cichon the conflict between PV owners and utilities over net-metering. Utilities are questioning how useful the practice is for them. Hitt says it isn’t a battle yet, but it could be. source Share

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Reducing Off Road Vehicle Emissions

by newenergy March 29, 2012 Energy Conservation

Stage IIIB and Tier 4-friendly Construction Equipment Air pollution is a serious problem these days, and not just in industrial areas where people might believe pollution is higher. The World Health Organization estimates that more than 2.4 million deaths worldwide can be attributed directly to air pollution and the conditions and diseases that it causes [...]

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Sustainable Energy Roadmaps Chart Course to Healthier Economies and Societies

by newenergy March 29, 2012 Energy Conservation

Mix of GIS, technical and financing advice helps countries shift from high-carbon imports to low-carbon domestic energy By embracing an integrated mix of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and grid technologies, countries can put their energy systems on a more sustainable path while developing economically, according to a new report from the Worldwatch Institute. The report, [...]

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PV America – Pt 4 – Also Energy – CEO Robert Schaefer

by newenergy March 28, 2012 Solar Power

Our continuing coverage of the PV America show in San Jose CA this past week as we highlight our conversation with AlsoEnergy CEO Robert Schaefer who gives us a breakdown of their solar power monitoring service. This technology helps solar power installations monitor remotely the efficiency of the solar power system output and many other [...]

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Germany’s Revised Solar Subsidy Policy to Bring Short-Term Gains, Potential Long-Term Losses

by newenergy March 28, 2012 Press Releases

According to EnergyTrend, the research division of TrendForce, Germany’s ruling coalition has come to a consensus regarding the nation’s revised photovoltaic subsidy policy. In addition to partial subsidy adjustments, an installation cap is also being implemented. According to EnergyTrend research, the German government has laid out the initial progressive feed-in-tariff (FiT) reduction schedule for 2012-2017. [...]

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PV America – Pt 3 – Silevo VP Chris Beitel

by newenergy March 27, 2012 Solar Power

Our continuing coverage of the PV America show in San Jose CA this past week as we highlight our conversation with Silevo VP Chris Beitel who gives us a breakdown of the Triex solar cell technology that they are developing. This technology is showing some very strong efficiency rates for converting sunlight to energy. Watch [...]

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Renewable Energy – The Missing Link?

by newenergy March 26, 2012 Alternative Energy

What’s the key to using alternative energy, like solar and wind? Storage — so we can have power on tap even when the sun’s not out and the wind’s not blowing. In this accessible, inspiring talk, Donald Sadoway takes to the blackboard to show us the future of large-scale batteries that store renewable energy. As [...]

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Pheonix Area YMCAs Go Solar

by newenergy March 23, 2012 Press Releases

Valley of the Sun YMCA to Activate 1.6 Megawatt (MW) Multi-Facility Solar Program Across 16 Arizona Y-Locations ~Local Officials Join Valley of the Sun YMCA, Scout Solar, and Centrosolar America for Ribbon Cutting Dedication in Scottsdale, Arizona~ Today, the Valley of the Sun YMCA, Scout Solar, LLC, Centrosolar America, and the City of Scottsdale celebrated [...]

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Federal Government Announces Onshore Wind Energy Guidelines

by newenergy March 23, 2012 Wind Power

Voluntary measures will help wind energy developers minimize impacts on wildlife WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of the Interior today released guidelines designed to help wind energy project developers avoid and minimize impacts of land-based wind projects on wildlife and their habitats. The voluntary guidelines will help shape the smart siting, design and operation of [...]

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PV America – Part 2 – Solar Electric Power Assoc President/CEO Julia Hamm

by newenergy March 23, 2012 Solar Power

At this weeks PV America show in San Jose CA we caught up with SEPA CEO Julia Hamm for a discussion of the state of the solar power industry and where she thinks things are going in this alternative energy business. While price drops in the last year have certainly sparked a great deal of [...]

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U.S. Reaches Preliminary Decision on Solar Anti-Dumping Tariffs, Chinese Makers Pleasantly Surprised

by newenergy March 21, 2012 Solar Power

March 21, 2012—The U.S. Department of Commerce has reached a preliminary decision regarding anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) petitions against Chinese solar makers. Punitive duties on imports to the U.S. are set below 5%, lower than generally expected – Suntech will face tariffs of 2.9%, Changzhou Trina Solar Energy 4.73%, and all other Chinese [...]

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Is corn food or fuel? The Ethanol Debate

by newenergy March 21, 2012 Ethanol

There are many misconceptions about corn and ethanol in our world. Many see corn as an important addition to the fuel system in our country while others see it as an environmental catastrophe of its own. This interesting article from right in the land of corn production makes for a good starting point in the [...]

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PV America – Part One – SPG Solar

by newenergy March 20, 2012 Solar Power

Alternative Energy HQ attended the PV America show this week in San Jose CA to get an inside look at the solar power generation industry and what the leaders in PV think about the future of solar energy development. We spoke with a number of business leaders at the show and in coming days we [...]

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U.S. Solar Market Insight: Year in Review 2011

by newenergy March 19, 2012 Press Releases

New Report Finds U.S. Solar Energy Installations Soared by 109% in 2011 to 1,855 Megawatts Today, GTM Research and SEIA® release U.S. Solar Market Insight: Year-­in-­Review 2011, analyzing the industry’s record growth and what lies ahead in 2012 and beyond. The U.S. solar energy industry installed a record 1,855 megawatts (MW) of photovoltaic (PV) capacity [...]

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Greece To Export Solar Energy To Aid Economy

by newenergy March 19, 2012 Solar Power

Here is an interesting report about Greece trying to balance their economic issues by exporting sun power to other European countries who need more renewables on their books. Greece is poised to boost its economy by exporting solar power to big markets like Germany, taking advantage of an EU goal that requires member states to [...]

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SEPA Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Helping Utilities Integrate Solar Power

by newenergy March 19, 2012 Press Releases

Dramatic increase in solar use witnessed over two decades Washington, D.C. March 19, 2012 2012 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA). During that time, solar energy has advanced from a niche resource with limited applications to a significant energy source for electric utilities and their customers across the U.S. In [...]

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