Other than our own stories (and have a few more of those coming shortly), here’s some top cleantech and climate news from the past day or so: Solar Power Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable Energy Systems Selected to Lead U.S. Department of Energy SunShot Project: “The Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable … [continued]
The real picture — solar PV power is a good venture to invest in, surveys predict. However, there isn’t much publicity of what may be the actual financial benefits, so many are left simply guessing what they could save… if they are even asked or ask themselves. And, apparently, … [continued]
Lark Energy has been approved by the Charnwood Borough Council for the largest proposed solar farm in the United Kingdom. According to a Business Green article, the project will feature 125,000 solar photovoltaic panels, providing 35 megawatts (MW) of power capacity. The solar farm is to be located on a former Leicestershire … [continued]
The guys over at Solar Panels UK just launched a great tool — it’s a solar PV calculator designed to tell you exactly how much you can save — or even make(!) — by turning your roof blue and going green. […]
An opinion poll conducted by YouGov and commissioned by the Sunday Times has shown that a clear majority of the British public want the government to using more solar and wind power. In fact, the report (PDF) showed a clear favouritism towards renewable energy, with significant percentages rejecting the need … [continued]
The test track of the BBC show Top Gear has gone solar, using a 2-megawatt array of 8,500 solar panels. 2 MW of solar panels is capable of powering almost 670 households, assuming that the households would consume an average of 3 kW. The show host, Jeremy Clarkson, has … [continued]
IKEA stores in the UK will soon be stocking thin-film solar systems and “a comprehensive homeowner service package that includes a full site survey, installation, fitting and a guarantee,” thanks to Hanergy Holding Group Limited. Hanergy and IKEA UK will also be conducting three workshops at the IKEA Milton … [continued]
Goldfield Partners is “very confident” it can raise an initial ₤50 million by June to finance contracts it has secured with solar PV system providers to install solar energy systems for residents living government-supported housing. […]
The offer, reported to be available to homeowners to the south of Birmingham from August 1, will be rolled out nationwide from October. It wiil provide households with an unsecured 10-year consumer loan worth up to £50,000 at an APR of 7.9 per cent. […]
Community-owned solar project enthusiasts have something to celebrate in the UK: the world’s biggest crowd-sourced solar farm has reached its funding milestone of £2.5 million, putting it on track for the next phase of funding. The project, called Westmill Solar, is located between Swindon and Oxford in south-central England. … [continued]
