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Featured IQ Installer: Rising Sun Solar

Company Name: Rising Sun Solar City/State/Country: Hawaii USA Website: risingsunsolar.com Social Media: Facebook | Instagram: Rising Sun | Solar Rising Sun Solar – Kauai Non Profit Organization: Sponsored by the Sun We love talking to our Elite IQ Installers and asking them questions about their pioneering work in the renewable energy industry. Our April 2021 Featured Elite IQ ...

Apr. 6, 2021

By Simpliphi Power, Inc.

Take advantage of 130% new tax-break to build back greener

Partner with Centrica Business Solutions to unlock your sustainable energy ambitions by accessing generous new capital expenditure relief The time is right to build back greener by upgrading your energy infrastructure. Thanks to the new Super-Deduction tax break on plant and machinery, it's never been more affordable to unlock your sustainable energy investment ambitions, says Jack Presley ...

Apr. 5, 2021

By Centrica Business Solutions

Pumped About the Future: The Next Wave of Hydropower is Happening in Australia

Australia’s grid is at a crossroads. The country has relied on coal to generate its power for decades, but those fossil-fueled plants are set to be retired over the next 20 years. As coal bows out, Australia plans to build 26 to 50 gigawatts (GW) of wind and solar power, roughly the same as South Africa’s total installed capacity, to fill some of the void. But that switch is far from ...

Apr. 5, 2021

By GE Renewable Energy

Solar AQMS – World’s 1st solar powered AQMS station - Case Study

Well known for its pioneering role with regards to sustainable innovation, ENVEA is the first manufacturer in the world offering tropical climate class air pollution monitors. Furthermore, as they can be 24V power supplied and significantly reduced energy use, the e-Series monitors have made possible the building of a complete solar powered AQMS station. Installed since June in ...

Apr. 3, 2021

By ENVEA

Project - Lumos LSX Solar Canopy helps Lauderhill Mall go for the LEED Gold

Broward County is proving that Florida really is the sunshine state! The new LEED Gold Lauderhill Mall Mass Transit Center designed by Saltz Michelson Architects incorporates our LSX Module System along with custom infill glass to create a spectacular and stunning curved solar canopy that echoes the waves of the nearby beaches. This unique Lumos LSX curvy solar canopy structure was constructed by ...

Mar. 30, 2021

By Lumos Solar, LLC

Here Comes the Sun: GE Renewable Energy To Build Largest Planned Hybrid Solar Storage System In New York

Renewable energy has been growing at breakneck speed. By 2040, according to the International Energy Agency, wind and solar are expected to add 74% of net new generation capacity around the world. But what if they could grow even faster? What if you could store megawatts generated on a windy and sunny Sunday, when the power may not be needed, and release it on Monday morning as factories open ...

Mar. 17, 2021

By GE Renewable Energy

Riello UPS and Audi for E-Mobility - Case Study

AUDI Brand Experience Center at Munich Airport: Efficient energy management in the charging park for e-mobility. The automobile manufacturer Audi currently operates 78 AC charging points and six HPC charging points at Munich Airport in order to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle charging stations. The Audi Brand Experience Center located there is consistently geared towards ...

Mar. 17, 2021

By Riello UPS Spa

Project - Solar Covered Walkways & Canopies Power NeoCity Academy

NeoCity Academy, located in Kissimmee, is Florida’s first Net-Zero Energy K-12 School. In alignment with the school’s sustainability goals, the school integrated a unique, curved LSX solar canopy for food trucks in front of the school as well as solar covered walkways to access the school and a large solar canopy over the outdoor seating area. This beautiful project was designed by ...

Mar. 16, 2021

By Lumos Solar, LLC

Project - Military / Government Installations - San Antonio, Texas

Lackland Air Force Base Gateway Club (officer's club) in San Antonio, TX used to have serious heat gain problems (both solar and radiant) There were also issues with the glare from the sun and UV damage as a result of the large arch windows and the amount of glass. To see video, please click ...

Mar. 10, 2021

By Energy Efficiency Done Right (EEDR)

Engineering the Future: This GE Tech will help shape the world of tomorrow

When a Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by Air Tahiti Nui took off from the Faa’a International Airport on the Pacific Island of Tahiti last May, the pilots weren’t planning on setting world records; they were flying home French nationals who got stranded there due to international travel bans caused by COVID-19. But when they touched down in Paris 15 hours and 45 minutes and 9,765 ...

Mar. 10, 2021

By GE Renewable Energy

Project - The Canadian Embassy in Mexico City

The Canadian Embassy in Mexico City suffered from two forms of unwanted heat gain radiant heat gain and solar heat gain. In’Flector “See through insulating radiant heat barriers” were installed and solved both of the heat gain ...

Mar. 9, 2021

By Energy Efficiency Done Right (EEDR)

Project - T & T Supermarket, Toronto, Canada

Unwanted heat gain and the glare from the sun were a short term problem for customers in the food court. “In’Flector” see through radiant heat barrier window insulating roller blinds were installed eliminating both the unwanted heat and glare from the sun, providing customer comfort, with the lakefront ...

Mar. 9, 2021

By Energy Efficiency Done Right (EEDR)

Project - A Home in Minnesota

Problem: The amount of glass in this home resulted in two major problems. In the summer the heat that came through the windows was almost unbearable and the air conditioning ran almost non-stop. In the winter the cold that came through the windows caused some rooms in the home to be considerably colder than others and increased heating bills. Solution: Inflector Climate Control Solar Blinds ...

Mar. 9, 2021

By Energy Efficiency Done Right (EEDR)

Featured IQ Installer: Brad Fort of New Leaf Electric

Installer Name: Brad Fort Company Name: New Leaf Electric City/State/Country: San Diego, CA USA We love talking to our Elite IQ Installers and asking them questions about their pioneering work in the renewable energy industry. This month, we chat with Brad Fort of New Leaf Electric, our featured Elite IQ Installer for March 2021! The southern CA installer shares his most common ...

Mar. 9, 2021

By Simpliphi Power, Inc.

Going Places: These Indian Engineers are Helping Solve the World`s Toughest Problems

Aerospace engineer Pooja Choudhary still remembers her first plane ride. The Mumbai native was 11 years old when she joined her class on a school trip to Jaipur, one of India’s top tourist destinations. But the city’s famous pink palaces weren’t what piqued Pooja’s interest. She was in it for the plane ride. “When I was in school, watching planes fly overhead would ...

Mar. 5, 2021

By GE Renewable Energy

Why Garic has Got What You Need

At Garic we have been proudly supplying the construction and infrastructure industry with innovative and cost-effective welfare solutions for hire and purchase for over 30 years. From eco tower lights to site shelters, we have the needs of your employees, customers and clients ...

Mar. 3, 2021

By Garic Ltd.

Why choose solar loos

At Garic we care about our customers and the environment and we’re always looking for new ways to have a positive impact on both. That’s why we’re proud to offer patented 8’x5’ solar loos that are amongst the most popular and reliable temporary toilets on the market today. But why are solar loos the right choice for your business? Our solar loos have all the ...

Mar. 2, 2021

By Garic Ltd.

3 Enclosure Design & Cooling Considerations when Designing Electronics for Outdoors

When you require enclosure cooling for your sensitive electronic equipment, dealing with the outdoor elements can complicate things slightly. Without the constant ambient environment present as in most indoor facilities or the shelter provided by the building to shield the enclosure from precipitation and other outdoor elements, the enclosure can be subjected to much more extreme conditions when ...

Mar. 1, 2021

By Thermal Edge Inc.

Renewable energy solutions – from a wave of future to global reality

Imagine a world with globally accessible, cheap and reliable, clean energy. Although it sounds a bit utopian, every day we’re getting a little closer to the life fueled by renewable power. It becomes possible due to the latest technology advancements form the past few decades and ongoing acceleration of technology development. As the main driver of the energy sector transition to clean ...

Feb. 28, 2021

By Codibly

Power Outages, Safety and Savings

Power outages and extreme weather conditions are on the rise, causing increased disruptions to grid-tied power supplies, preventing families and business owners from having reliable access to power. Installing energy storage in your home or business is a practical way to build critical back-up reserves so you have power 24/7. Energy storage keeps you safe, maintains the lights and other essential ...

Feb. 26, 2021

By Simpliphi Power, Inc.

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