What are the biggest hindrances to rooftop solar from getting optimum production? Shade, whether it comes from a built structure on adjacent land or tree/shrubs on neighboring property. If you live in close proximity to a neighbor whose trees or built structures have the potential to shade your property today or in the future, [...]
The United States installed more solar in the first quarter of 2021 than in any previous first quarter ever, according to a report jointly published by Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) & Wood Mackenzie. It is further anticipated that the solar industry will continue to break annual installation records every year for the next three [...]
Reinforcing its commitment to the environment, Dell Technologies recently announced its largest on-site Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Installation. The 700 kilowatts peak (kWp) rooftop system will be commissioned on Asia Pacific Customer Centre in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia. They said the solar photovoltaic system worth RM2.25 million is also a first in Southeast Asia for [...]
You would not be wrong to assume that solar energy harvesting is still at an early stage of development. We have so much more to learn and experiment within this field. The Sun: The only natural source has tremendous potential, being a limitless source of energy. The Sun hits us with enough energy at [...]
Solar energy, like all other renewable energies, is very safe and environmentally friendly. It is as clean as a cloudless sky. There are no emissions since the source of fuel is the sun, unlike coal-powered stations. Generally referred to as the “sunny continent”, Africa is the sunniest place on Earth. The southern African region, [...]
Like many industries, the brewing industry is guilty of gulping down energy and natural resources. Last week, Anheuser-Busch announced that its entire portfolio of domestic beer and seltzer brands – including Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA, Budweiser, Busch, and its Brewers Collective family of craft partners – are now brewed with 100% renewable electricity. Anheuser-Busch [...]
At a time when our thirst for energy is greater than ever, procuring and managing our future energy needs is an increasingly delicate task. Speaking of which, a trio of technology leaders in Europe is working to develop a solar canopy system for highways. Although, the project is still in its initial phase, we [...]
Solar panels and electric cars are a match made in heaven. When you install a solar energy system on your home, you can use it to power both your home and charge your electric car for emissions-free transportation. Especially when the cost of solar is falling rapidly, it’s a good decision to add PV [...]
Going Solar? Go Local As businesses grow and evolve, they try to find various solutions to save money. Being reliant on your power grid means you are subject to electric rate fluctuations. Sudden price increases add further uncertainty to your business. Maybe it’s time to lessen how businesses can benefit from solar panel installation. [...]
A game-changing product can only be held back till its performance does the talking. Yes, we are talking about solar energy. In the last decade alone, solar has experienced an average annual growth rate of 42%. In 2020 itself, 43% of all new electric capacity added to the grid came from solar. Are solar [...]
