Solar Car’s NYC to LA Mission The Cannonball Sun, an ambitious trek spanning 3,100 miles, is the brainchild of five University of Michigan students. Led by Will Jones, this extraordinary adventure has captivated enthusiasts of green technology and road trips alike. Along the picturesque route through Appalachia, the team has already clocked around 500 miles … Read more
Exploring Solar Slice: The Vision Of Empowering People Nathan Childress, founder of Solar Slice, aims to make solar energy more than just a novelty. His venture encourages people to buy virtual slices of solar energy, symbolizing a significant step towards embracing renewable resources. Childress’s inspiration lies in his dedication to promoting eco-conscious solutions, ensuring that … Read more
Detroit’s Solar Future: City Council Debates Renewable Plans Discover how Detroit’s solar ambitions could reshape the city’s energy landscape. By Brian Allnutt ● News ● July 10, 2024 The Genesis of Detroit’s Solar Plan Detroit’s ambitious solar initiative aims to develop significant solar fields across various neighborhoods. Intended to offset the city’s municipal energy usage, … Read more
Solar Roundup: New Projects by EDP Renewables EDP Renewables North America made headlines with the inauguration of the Pearl River Solar Park in Scott County, Mississippi. This landmark project features an impressive generation capacity of 210 MWp (175 MWac) and marks the company’s entry into the Mississippi market. With 400,000 monofacial and bifacial tracking photovoltaic … Read more
Overview of Solar Energy International Founded in 1991, Solar Energy International (SEI) has long been a beacon of excellence in the solar industry. Originally based in Carbondale, the organization moved to Paonia in 2013, continuing its mission to provide top-tier solar energy education. With over 33 years of experience, SEI has trained more than 100,000 … Read more
Brighter Future: Solar Plant in Palo Set to Energize Communities Empowering communities through clean, sustainable energy solutions Introduction to the New Solar Plant The recent developments in Palo have spotlighted a state-of-the-art solar plant that’s set to redefine energy consumption. Located in Linn County, this facility promises not only clean and reliable electricity but also … Read more
Solar Energy Trends in East Lansing: An Overview of the ‘Solarize’ Movement Embrace the power of the sun and reduce your energy bills with East Lansing’s innovative Solarize program. The Concept of Solarize Events East Lansing is breaking new ground with its ‘Solarize’ event, aimed at encouraging homeowners to convert to solar energy. These events … Read more
The Role Of Battery Storage In Renewable Energy Battery storage is pivotal for the growth of renewable energy. By storing excess energy produced by solar panels and wind turbines, batteries ensure a steady power supply even when there’s no sun or wind. This advancement tackles the intermittency issue commonly associated with renewables, making the energy … Read more
Understanding Entropy in Solar Energy Entropy, often referred to as a measure of disorder, has proven to be an unlikely hero in the solar energy sector. Typically associated with the degradation of systems, entropy in this context is being harnessed to drive efficiency in organic semiconductors. Researchers at the University of Kansas discovered that specific … Read more
EWEB’s Reasons for Rate Adjustments The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) is proposing adjustments to water and electricity rates to manage inflation and fund infrastructure updates. The utility aims to keep pace with rising costs and enhance service reliability amidst increasing prices in equipment and labor. The proposal includes a significant 15% hike for … Read more