Pope Francis had a dream that the Vatican would run entirely on green energy. He wanted to highlight the need “to make a transition to a sustainable development model that reduces greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere, setting the goal of climate neutrality.” To model what this could look like, … [continued]
Hyundai rolled out a new version of its Sonata Hybrid, which would not normally be news around these parts but for the fact that it comes from the factory with a solar roof. It actually adds some zero emission range to the otherwise petrol-powered vehicle. Under the hood, the new … [continued]
GAF Energy will begin offering its new integrated solar roof systems through conventional roofing contractors this year. It may not look like a Tesla SolarRoof, but it will be less expensive and it’s available now in 9 states.
Elevate, an established partner of the Canadian government’s Export Development Canada (“EDC”), will offer EHT customers competitive rates, medium term loans of up to $10 million USD via a streamlined process and supported by Elevate’s private lending network.
Tesla isn’t a car company. It’s a battery company that sells most of its batteries with wheels attached.
Forward Labs of Palo Alto says it has a solar roof product that makes more electricity and costs less than the Tesla Solar Roof. Details inside.
Tesla will begin accepting orders for its Solar Roof on May 10 according to a Tweet from Elon Musk. Availability in most countries outside the US will begin next year.
After setting up the innovative canal solar power projects, India’s Gujarat state may also set up the first solar roof on road project. The proposal is to cover major roads and highways with elevated platforms which will be fitted with solar modules. Scientists at the Gujarat Energy Research and Management … [continued]
The oncology division of the US head office of pharmaceutical company Novartis will soon be looking up to the country’s largest transparent photovoltaic roof. Sunways AG announced the news of its largest individual order for building integrated photovoltaics to date. The office building was designed by architectural firm Rafael Viñoly … [continued]
A sure-fire way to increase investments in solar panel rooftops? Make ’em easier to put together and cheaper to install. Many shy away from solar power because of costly labor and complicated installation, but two new products claim to put those complaints to rest. Prefab Paneling Solar company Solon has … [continued]
