Solar-Powered Charging Station Could Have a Real Impact for the On-the-Go Population

Designer Jonathan Globerson believes he has solved the problem with his sleek, eco-friendly solar powered charging station. The clever design includes a couple of solar panels mounted over a retreated bamboo frame for the epitome of sustainable construction.
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Like New Again: On Adaptive Reuse for Green Buildings

The three R's of environmentalism are Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Over the years, this mantra has moved far beyond the kitchen in relevance. It is just as important to the green building movement and, more specifically, green building materials.
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Xantrex Solar Inverters to be Used at Two Large Scale Commercial Projects

Xantrex GT250 commercial solar inverters selected for the enXco projects efficiently convert direct current (DC) energy collected by solar modules into high quality alternating current (AC) electricity for delivery to the power grid.
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Commercial Business is Soaring for Akeena Solar

This past week, Akeena Solar (Nasdaq: AKNS), announced third quarter financial results. The company posted strong revenue growth with particularly robust results in the commercial solar business.
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Solar Panels Get Boost in Berkeley As First Ever Public Financing Program is Approved

In a move being watched by other cities around the country, the Berkeley Council unanimously approved a program to give city-backed loans to property owners who install rooftop solar-power systems.
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Solar Water Heaters Required in Hawaii Homes

Hawaii has become the first state to enact a law that says all new homes must have solar hot water heaters.
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Problems with PACE: Will the PACE Program Be Adopted?

Dr. Mitch Kennedy answers a question on the PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing structure and the challenges that it is currently facing.
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Property Assessed Clean Energy: What is the PACE Program and How Does it Work?

Brian answers a reader question on Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) bonds.
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Solar Panel Placement: How to Get Maximum Solar Energy Collection

Dave answers a reader question regarding an electrical easement that potentially threatens the installation of solar panels on his family's property.
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Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE): What Are its Chances in the U.S.?

Janet answers a reader question on the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program and its potential for acceptance in the U.S.
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