Originally published on Solar Love. According to press information, RE-VOLT has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding initiative to reach 10,000 people in rural Haiti, bringing families affordable and reliable electricity for the first time. The off-grid company states this will occur through the installation of a system consisting of a solar panel, … [continued]
ReNewAll, a California financing solutions company, is now tackling head-on the call for clean energy projects, with $300 million in financing opportunities. The company recently announced that its $300 Million Clean Energy Fund will finance energy solutions projects, including a custom program for National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) members. The financing … [continued]
Analysis of peak demand periods shows cost benefits for energy users A recent Advanced Energy Economy report, prepared by Navigant Consulting, finds significant economic benefits take place in Illinois and Massachusetts while curbing energy use during peak demand periods. According to AEE, demand response (DR) services enable utilities and grid operators to curb energy use by … [continued]
For renewable energy researchers in Europe, now is the time to look closely at what is happening with waste in Africa. The estimated electricity production from the total waste generated in Africa could reach 122.2 TWh in 2025, reports the European Commission Joint Research Centre (JRC). This kind of “found … [continued]
A memorandum of understanding has been signed by 24M and NEC Energy Solutions whereby 24M has agreed to supply its semisolid lithium-ion cells for use in NEC Energy Solutions’ integrated storage systems. The companies will also work together “to ensure that supplied 24M cells enhance NEC system energy density, life and … [continued]
The notoriously small amount of electricity available in Africa and India is now being addressed, thanks in part to the steady growth of energy entrepreneurs who happen to be selling electrical power by peddling bicycles. A recent BBC program on The Forum featured the bicycle, and interviewed numerous business people, … [continued]
Originally published on Solar Love Called a self-consumption decree in Spain, this new solar policy targeting solar PV electricity states that installations up to 100 kW provide electricity to the grid as a gift, receiving no compensation in return, and only a tax bill. The only entities spared from this … [continued]
Originally published on GreenLivingIdeas. In this era about driving attention to energy efficiency, few, if any, are going to argue a case against the benefits of using LED lights. But replacing burnt-out incandescent bulbs with LEDs is no simple undertaking, especially when it comes to price. LED bulbs, built using emitting diodes, … [continued]
Originally published on Solar Love. Lists are always fun, so here are 12 solar facts to put in your notebook so you can share the important stuff with anyone who’s interested. I have divided this list of facts into four categories that might help you to better keep track of … [continued]
QM Power, the Missouri-based manufacturer of a high-efficiency motor technology, has now introduced a new class of energy efficient motors that might dramatically impact how future refrigeration motors are designed and used. Known as the Q-Sync Smart Synchronous Motor, this engine reduces energy consumption by up to 80%, while featuring proportional … [continued]
