I am a huge fan of One Block off the Grid which provide group discounts for solar installations. (See here if group discounts are availabe in your town.) But what if you don’t want to spend a chunk of upfront change on system but want the benefits? The Company now offers the same group savings through […]
Solar PPA : The Affordable Solar Answer? Sunlight General Cap Explains
With energy bills soaring and the poor economy, the costs of solar energy systems may be beyond the reach of many businesses and municipalities. As George Harrison sang in his song, “Got My Mind Set on You,” it’s going to take a whole lot of money. He obviously was singing about his wish for solar. […]
Green News 12.06.10: Solar Films, Coal the Comeback Kid, Tattoo Ink
This week my email box was on steroids. Lots of green goodness in this news round-up. I would gather to say this list of articles is one of my most eclectic mix to boot ranging from Xerox’s new recycling program to the hidden dangers of tattoo ink. Sprinkled with the new Nike eco-design tool, Toxic Toys R US, and […]
Green News 8.23.10 Smart Meters to Wastewater Rocket Science
Photo by Fernando de Sousa. This week we have a large list of green news which is sure to excite and be dazzle you. Conflict-Free’ Electronics Bundled in Financial Reform Law Nanotech coatings can enhance electricity output from wastewater Foursquare Coming to a Search Engine Near You? GE and 4 VC Partners Offer $200M to […]
Green News for 6.27.2010: Urine, Carbon Nanotubes, and LCD Waste Uses
Photo by Fernando de Sousa. Here are the green links for this week! I have to say, the news get more interesting every week. In the links are articles ranging from the environmental impact of nuclear, introduction of new electric/hybrid cars to how LCD waste could prevent bacterial infections. What is this world going to […]
PSEG, EEI Award Recipient, Aggressively Combates Climate Control
On June 14, 2010, Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG), a New Jersey utility, was the recipient of the 2010 Edison Award presented by the Edison Electric Institute (EEI.) Watch PSEG’s submission video of how they are grabbing climate change by the tail and never letting go. Now, for those of you who know PSEG as […]
Solar Windows by Pythagoras Solar Seek to Achieve Net Zero Buildings
Update 1/5/2018. Sadly, this company is no longer in business. Anna, another solar post? I am sorry. Solar is just so sexy I can’t stand it. And when you drape it all over a tall skyscraper well, let’s just say, it makes me feel all tingly. So, what makes Pythagoras Solar so amazing cool? […]
How To Choose a Solar Installer
Photo by US Army Environmental Command This article is Part II of a series by Mark Yarbough, providing sage advice about picking the right company if you decide to install solar on your buildings. See Part I, “Competence: the Next Phase of Solar .” He is a member of the City Council of Perris, California. He […]
