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08/12/2019

Shining Cities 2019: The Top US Cities for Solar Energy - Over the past six years, solar energy capacity more than doubled in 45 of America’s 57 largest cities, according to a new study released today by Environment America Research & Policy Center. via:

©ingusk - Honolulu, Hawaii is rated the number one US city for solar energy installed per resident. This performance from Hawaii’s capital reflects strong state and local commitments to tackle climate change. In 2015, the Aloha State committed to using 100% renewable energy by 2045.

08/05/2019

Is It A Good Idea To Buy Used Solar Panels? Part of the problem is that every panel will die, sooner or later. The rule of thumb is that the panels lose 1 percent of their efficiency every year. “As the modules age, impurities creep into the crystals" via:

They are a great big garbage problem.

07/31/2019

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) received approval from the Glendale City Council to move forward with a plan to repower the aging Grayson Power Plant with a combination of renewable energy resources. Read more via:

Last week, California’s Glendale Water & Power (GWP) received approval from the Glendale City Council to move forward with a plan to repower the aging Grayson Power Plant with a combination of renewable energy resources, energy storage and a limited amount of thermal generation.

07/28/2019

Solar for Zero Down: Too Good to Be True? Most people do not believe that offers to “go solar” on terms that would immediately enable them to save money every month could possibly be true. Read more via:

© Kostia - Most people think that purchasing a fully-financed solar system is a sales gimmick designed to put money in the hands of solar companies or financial institutions.

07/26/2019

How long do solar panels last? Solar panels go up on your roof and produce energy like shiny silicon champions. Theyre exposed to harsh conditions like hot days, cold nights, rain, wind, and hail. How long can they possibly last out in the elements? via: https://bit.ly/32Kw4xm

07/25/2019

On the Road Again…to a Renewable Energy Future in the US - I am breathing much easier since the midterm election knowing that the Resistance to a Fossil Fuel Economy is back to push a green economy forward. Read more via:

Editors’ Note: ASES attempts to remain non-political, but in reporting facts, we find it difficult to not find fault with the current administration’s actions toward renewable energy and the environment.

07/23/2019

Solar Panel Maintenance for Every Weather - Whether you live in the ever-dependable rain of the Pacific Northwest, the snowy Midwest, or the relentless sun of the South, read on to soothe that nagging fear of the unknown. Read more via: https://bit.ly/2Oc49Dh

07/16/2019

The Forgotten Clean Energy Chic: Saving Money, Reducing Emissions - Energy and environmental articles, and public meetings routinely focus on photovoltaics and wind as renewable energy answer’s to saving money, providing resiliency. via:

Energy and environmental articles, school courses, and public meetings routinely focus on photovoltaics and wind as renewable energy answer’s to saving money, providing resiliency, and reducing greenhouse gases. But that’s like saying an airplane’s wings are the only important part of flying. ...

07/13/2019

New study shows public wants renewables - but the government is not listening - Then the main reasons given were that it was too expensive and that the public didn't support it. Read more via:

The polling is remarkably consistent - the public wants to see more renewables projects,Infrastructure,Wind,Solar ,Renewables Target,BEIS,Subsidies,In-depth

07/09/2019

Solar panels to power growing global demand for air-conditioners - Electricity demand to feed a rapidly increasing use of air conditioners in emerging economies will almost double by 2050, a new report shows. Read More via: https://bit.ly/2FUpElp

07/07/2019

Americans are embracing solar as never before and the booming solar power movement in the United States is a pure expression of the nations founding philosophy. - Read more via: https://bit.ly/2YAv1NX

06/28/2019

The Pros and Cons of Solar Energy in 2019 - Solar power is spreading rapidly, solar may soon become one of the dominant sources of energy. Because of this rapid expansion, it makes sense to look critically at the pros and cons of solar energy. via: https://bit.ly/2FDfzt1