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90% Of Israeli homes have solar water heaters
I recently noted that Hawaii has enacted a law that requires all new homes to install solar water heaters. Eventually, Hawaii may have as many water heaters as Israel, where 90% of homes have solar water heaters installed. When viewed from above, the Jerusalem often glitters with the shine of the thousands of solar heaters that adorn rooftops. These heaters were first installed when the country ...
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Awakening: China Promoting Solar Water Heaters for a Cleaner Country
In the past few years, China has posted an impressive growth in the production of solar cells. In a span of just 2-3 years (nearly form 2003 to 2005), China fortified its position in the worldwide solar cell production market by moving from nearly 1.05% to about 7.8%, according to a recent report “China Energy Sector Analysis” by RNCOS. The country houses some of the most polluted cities of ...
By RNCOS
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Qualit'EnR – Partner of ESTEC 2011, the 5th European Solar Thermal Energy ConferenceLyon, 16 February 2011 - As the ENEOs Show opened its doors in Lyo
Lyon, 16 February 2011 - As the ENEOs Show opened its doors in Lyon on 15 February 2011, Xavier Noyon, Secretary General of the European Solar Thermal Industry Federation (ESTIF) and Thierry Autric, Managing Director of Qualit'EnR announced the signing of a partnership for the organization of a session wholly dedicated to Qualisol installers at ESTEC 2011 - the 5th European Solar Thermal Energy ...
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Sub-Saharan Africa news in brief: 10–23 February 2011
Below is a roundup of news from or about Sub-Saharan Africa for the period 10–23 February 2011 New soybean varieties changing farmers' fortunes in Kenya More than 3,000 farmers in western Kenya have had their incomes tripled through a new project delivering superior soybean varieties. The Mumias Soybean Project, part of a bigger continental initiative, has developed drought and disease ...
By SciDev.Net
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Linuo Ritter USA established by Linuo Ritter International
The successful Sino-German joint venture Linuo Ritter International establishes Linuo Ritter USA. The Linuo Group and the Ritter Energie- und Umwelttechnik GmbH & Co. KG, formed the joint venture Linuo Paradigma in 2001. Thanks to the confidence of our customers and business partners, Linuo Paradigma is today’s most important Sino-German joint venture in the solar thermal market, a ...
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FPL to open application period for 2012 solar rebate program on Oct. 27
On Oct. 27, 2011, Florida Power & Light Company customers interested in installing solar-powered upgrades to their homes and businesses can apply for 2012 incentive funding. As part of an ongoing pilot program approved by the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) to help reduce energy consumption and peak demand, rebates for 2012 will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for ...
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FPL to Offer Solar Energy Rebates Through New Pilot Program
Florida Power & Light Company customers who are interested in installing solar-powered upgrades to their homes and businesses can apply for rebates starting June 21 through a new pilot program approved by the Florida Public Service Commission.Rebates will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for residential and business customers who install solar water heating or solar ...
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Constellation Names 2012 E2 Energy to Educate Grant Winners
Constellation today announced the winners of its 2012 E2 Energy to Educate grant program, which will provide more than $300,000 in funding for innovative student and community research projects ranging from solar design to energy efficiency to electric vehicle and wind turbine competitions. The winning submissions include high schools, colleges and community groups coast to coast and will reach ...
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Save Money by Building a Solar Collector Panel
Solar panels are modules capable of harnessing the energy of solar radiation. This faculty includes both the solar collectors used to produce hot water and the photovoltaic panels used to generate electricity. In both cases, it is a clean technology that allows energy to be obtained without compromising the environment. The photovoltaic panels are made up of different cells, responsible for ...
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How to Heat Swimming Pool with Solar Collectors
Nowadays, the trend of using solar collectors is increasing. They are durable, eco-friendly, and cost-efficient. Due to this reason, people are likely to use these collectors at their homes and workplaces. In the majority of homes, you can easily find big swimming pools. For these swimming pools, you need to make use of solar collectors. These collectors will heat the water of the pool ...
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REEEP Disburses Euro 3.2 million for 35 New Clean Energy Projects
The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) today announced it will fund thirty-five new projects. The funding round, REEEP’s sixth, is the largest in its four year history. “The REEEP portfolio is moving beyond a collection of good projects to being more strategic. We have started the replication and scale-up of successful projects in the past and have also started ...
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Air-condition your premises with engine exhaust and solar hot water
Do you use a generator that runs on diesel or gas to power your business due to frequent power outage from the grid? Are you running an air-conditioner with the grid power? Then you must look for waste heat recovery system to improve your energy efficiency and save your fuel cost. You can also use roof top solar hot water to supplement waste heat recovery. The savings may be substantial and you ...
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Lighting science group lights up ABC extreme makeover home with ultra-efficient LED bulbs
Brighter days (and nights) are ahead for the Hurston family with Lighting Science Group's (OTC Bulletin Board: LSCG) high-performance and ultra-efficient LED bulbs installed in their new Coco, Florida home. The Hurston family's home was severely water damaged as a result of a burst pipe. The family's Air Mobile Ministries brings clean water into countries following disasters. Donors fund the ...
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Lighting science group lights up ABC extreme makeover home with ultra-efficient LED bulbs
Brighter days (and nights) are ahead for the Hurston family with Lighting Science Group's (OTC Bulletin Board: LSCG) high-performance and ultra-efficient LED bulbs installed in their new Coco, Florida home. The Hurston family's home was severely water damaged as a result of a burst pipe. The family's Air Mobile Ministries brings clean water into countries following disasters. Donors fund the ...
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Cities can take the lead in renewable energy and show national governments the way
“Leaders of cities and towns around the world who support and promote local renewable energy projects can blaze the trail towards greenhouse gas mitigation, energy security, sustainable development and social benefits for their citizens,“ said Nobuo Tanaka, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA) today in Paris. Launching the Agency’s new publication Cities, Towns and ...
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China should support solar thermal energy research
China must support technological research on solar thermal energy, say Huang Ming and Yidong Gong. China is rich in solar energy. More than two thirds of the country receives more than 2,200 hours of sunshine every year. Estimates put the amount of solar radiation landing on China as up to 10,000 times the energy capacity of the Three Gorges Dam. But despite the huge potential of solar power ...
By SciDev.Net
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2011 Green jobs award honorees announced
On November 10th from 6PM to 8 PM, SJF Institute will recognize the 2011 Green Jobs Award honorees at a reception at the Citi Executive Conference Center keynoted by Jonathan Greenblatt, the Director of the White House Office of Social Innovation and Civic Participation. The Green Jobs Award honors private businesses that contribute to both the economy and the environment. Applicants are judged ...
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Indian State of Andhra Pradesh Adopts Energy Conservation Building Code, Becoming a National Leader in Building Efficiency
Andhra Pradesh, India’s fourth-largest state, announced today that it will adopt an Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) for large commercial and public buildings and major retrofits. The ECBC is expected to dramatically reduce energy consumption by as much as 40-60%, increase electricity reliability, and enable consumers to save money. In fact, adopting the code in Andhra Pradesh could ...
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South Africa eyes CSP heating, cooling applications on back of power program
South Africa's CSP expansion has thus far been driven by the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Program (REIPPPP) but industry experts see strong growth potential in industrial and microgrid applications. South Africa is considered one of the fastest growing CSP markets in the world today with 200 MW installed capacity and another 500 MW under construction and development, ...
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FPL awards $39,000 in grants to teachers across Florida to fund renewable energy projects
Thirty-seven teachers across the state of Florida have just received a combined $39,000 in grants from Florida Power & Light Company's 2012 Renewable Energy Teacher Grant program. The grants will fund classroom projects to teach students about renewable energy sources and uses. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120301/FL62738LOGO ) Teachers received awards ranging from $500 to ...
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