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Independent Power Producers – Can They Boost Profitability?
Sites eager to boost their mining power and power generation reliability may benefit from contracting an independent power producer. Although short-term power solutions have their..
4 Misconceptions Surrounding Solar Panels
Despite their spectacular rise in the past few years, solar panels are still perceived as a novelty ahead of its time. While people in general agree that solar technology is good..
Performance and Maintenance of Solar Panels in Cold Climates
Right now, one of the most significant trends in the energy sector is solar power. It is not only an excellent source of energy for homes or businesses but is sustainable and..
How will solar energy be used 20 years from now?
The future is always hard to predict. But by tracing current trends in energy use, the solar energy industry, and scientific research into the future, we can pull back the curtain..
How to Size Off-Grid Solar Power Systems Like a Pro
Off-grid solar power sizing can be tricky since you need to take into account many different factors so that you are never left without power. You also have to figure out how many..
Can Solar Panels Still Generate Power in Bad Weather?
Even on the worst days, some UV rays and sunlight penetrate the clouds, allowing a solar panel to produce a charge, and even giving us a sunburn. Most people think solar will not..
6 Questions to Ask Before Going Solar
As with any investment, purchasing solar panels for your home is a decision that shouldn't be made lightly. You will need to consider many factors and avoid the numerous pitfalls...
Recent Advances In Green Technology
Attempting to make the world an improved and pollution-free place to live is not a straightforward task, and there are no settled principles. This is one of the tests we confront..
What the Solar Tax Credit Can Do for Your Solar Installation
Solar has come down in price a lot over the last couple of years; however, it is still out of reach for a lot of people. There are different tax credits available that can help..
5 Amazing Renewable Energy Videos
Donald Sadoway: The missing link to renewable energy Take a look at a great video from a recent TED.com conference that goes over a great innovation to energy storage. This video..
10 Fun Facts about the Renewable Energy Industry
I came across the great blog post the other day and wanted to share it with you. It was the 10 Renewable Energy Statistics you Might not Know and it hit the nail on the head. You..
Prevent Theft & Vandalism Using Stand Alone Security Cameras
Many businesses, construction sites, storage yards, and even parks and recreation facilities, are plagued by theft and vandalism. Adequate lighting and the use of security cameras..
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