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The U.S. Department of Commerce on Thursday announced stiff anti-dumping tariffs of around 31 percent on crystalline silicon solar panels imported from China, leading to a new round of concerns on how the duties will impact the growing American solar industry.
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Sinking revenues and shrinking policy support may be causing a bit of a haze on the renewable energy horizon, but there's plenty of sunshine trying to peek through if you look hard enough.
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As ancient as the earth itself, unharnessed geothermal energy most often bubbles to the surface in geological hot spots long known for geysers and naturally-boiling mud pots.
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Seven months after a trade investigation was launched, American solar companies and Chinese solar manufacturers will finally get a clear picture of the challenges ahead.
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In the choppy seas of American offshore wind development, calm waters are often followed by stormy skies. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the Mid-Atlantic waters off Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. All three states have made some strides in the growing industry, but the pa...
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Positioned between the affluent of Martha's Vineyard to the east and the well-heeled of The Hamptons to the west, Block Island has always been more of a casual paradise, a place for blue collar workers to make summertime memories and sea-loving residents to enjoy the solitude of ...
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Back in 2009, Deutsche Bank Climate Change Advisors ("DB") published a study tracking 270 major climate policies in 109 countries. The study concluded that successful programs were those that offered investors "TLC" — transparency, longevity, certainty — a comprehensive, stable,...
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The geothermal industry recognizes the need for innovation. Halley Dickey of TAS Energy, Karl Gawell of GEA (Geothermal Energy Association), and Doug Glaspey of U.S. Geothermal Inc. expressed the crucial importance of research and development in the geothermal industry during a ...
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BIPV comprises a group of solar PV technologies that are built into (instead of installed onto) the host structure and may actually replace some building materials (such as windows or roof shingles). BIPV's potential to seamlessly integrate into the building envelope holds aesthe...
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For many dams currently being removed in the U.S., the primary reason behind this work is the need to protect fish and restore their habitat. This article provides case studies of the removals under way and the context under which these decisions were made.
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The U.S. Department of Commerce on Thursday announced stiff anti-dumping tariffs of around 31 percent on crystalline silicon solar panels imported from China, leading to a new round of concerns on how the duties will impact the growing American solar industry.
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Industry Announcements
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Axitec Solar Modules
Krannich Solar is proud to be the 1st distributor of Axitec Solar Modules in the United States! With an exclusive linear warranty and a Top 3 Module rating by Photon; Axitec is chock full of benefits ...
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ELPS Module CS6P-MM
255 / 260 / 265 Mono-crystalline
Our new breakthrough ELPS technology enables solar cells to collect more light resulting in 19.5% cell efficiency for mono-crystalline cells and 18% efficiency for ...
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AllSun Trackers
AllSun Trackers are complete grid-connected solar electric systems. Our AllSun Trackers are affordable, dual axis trackers that position the panels to face the sun throughout the day, producing up to ...
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CREOFLEX Flat Roof Mounting Solution
CREOFLEX is a flexible flat roof system, scalable for large, medium and small applications. It's simple construction, minimal parts, innovative insertion rail technology, and on-site adaptability deli...
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CREOTERRA Ground Mount System
CREOTERRA is a versatile ground mount system, scalable for large, medium and small applications. It's simple construction, minimal parts, innovative insertion rail technology, and on-site flexibility ...
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AK 300 Dye Sensitized Solar Reference Cell
Konica Minolta Sensing's Filtered PV Reference Cells have the industries best accuracy and stability (in accordance with JIS C8904). The AK-300 can be used as a standalone reference for DSC/DSSC type ...
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AK 120/130/140 Triple Junction Solar Reference Cell
Konica Minolta Sensing's Filtered PV Reference Cells have the industries best accuracy and stability (in accordance with JIS C8904). The AK-120 can be used with the AK-130 and AK-140 for triple juncti...
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FREE Solar Training
FREE Online Open Source Solar Training
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Windsafe Residential Ballasted Rooftop System
The Windsafe System is a non-penetrating ballasted solution for flat roofs allowing for a choice of module tilts from 10 to 45 degrees.
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2.5 kW FS Kit
The NEW 2.5 kW FS Kit is a residential ground mount system that comes with all the solar mounting hardware you need to get the job done — FAST!
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Rich Hessler FICO 560+ Unsecured Home Improvement Loans
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NLP Solar Sales Training Live Webinar May 30th & 31st
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Solar Marketing Program: Free Webinar
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M&A activity and new partnerships expected to drive the solar industry into a new phase
Despite industry uncertainty and economic insecurity, European solar markets are maturing and prospects expanding. While short-term spending in renewable energy slowed in the first quarter of the year
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IREC Releases Report Identifying Successful Strategies for Permitting Solar Rooftop Systems
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council, Inc. (IREC) today released 'Sharing Success: Emerging Approaches to Efficient Rooftop Solar Permitting,' a new report that outlines innovative strategies being...
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SolarTech to Host Solar Energy Estimate Report Introduction May 24th
SolarTech, a non-profit industry consortium, will be hosting a webinar on May 24th at 9AM PT / 12PM ET to highlight the benefits of the Solar Energy Estimate (SEE) Report. The SEE Report is an indust...
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Smart Clip and Smart Bonding Clip from Solar FlexRack Revolutionize PV Panel Installation
The manufacturer of Solar FlexRack, the most innovative PV mounting solution on the market today, is now introducing another cost- and labor-saving innovation that greatly simplifies the process of in...
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SMA Sunny PRO Club Expands Regional Forum Program, Adds New Dates Through 2012
As popular demand for SMA Regional Forum events continues, additional dates have been announced through 2012. SMA's Sunny PRO Club—a membership-based professional partnership program for solar install...
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Financial uncertainty to determine future of PV in South Africa?
Since the announcement that 18 PV projects were awarded in the first wave of South Africa's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) in December 2011, independent power producers have been working behind the sc...
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PV Project Development Community to Drive Forces towards a Sustainable Industry in India on July 2012
PV Insider is delighted to announce the launch of its PV Project Development Summit India 2012 (New Delhi, July 30-31).
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Are IT Data Centers Emerging as a 'Killer App' for Green Power? Part 1
Last month, Greenpeace launched a series of coordinated protests at Amazon, Apple and Microsoft locations to draw attention to the companies’ use of GHG intensive fuels in powering their data ce...
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Smart Clip and Smart Bonding Clip from Solar FlexRack Revolutionize PV Panel Installation
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by Solar FlexRack
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May 17, 2012
Torque once — no long reaches or working above modules; automatically bond module to ground post
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO — The manufacturer of Solar FlexRack, the most innovative PV...
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Proposed New Jersey Solar Bill May Not Solve SREC Woes
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by SRECTrade, Inc.
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May 16, 2012
Senators Bob Smith and Stephen Sweeny recently introduced New Jersey Senate Bill 1925. The bill proposes to amend New Jersey's current solar Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS)...
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NJ Senate Energy and Environment Committee to Vote on RPS Increase
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by Sol Systems LLC
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May 16, 2012
The state of New Jersey’s ailing SREC market prompted the re-introduction of legislation geared to increase demand for solar energy. On May 14th, Senators Bob Smith (D-17) and St...
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Underwriters Laboratories and USSI – National Electric Code Training
At its newly renovated campus in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, US Solar Institute (USSI) will cohost its solar PV electrical training seminar with Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
The workshop, ...
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Learning how to reduce your energy consumption
Going green is more than an industry buzzword, it's a lifestyle choice. Many people don't know where to begin or how to determine what size renewable energy system they need for their home or small bu...
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Why Are There So Many Solar Jobs in Florida and the Rest of the Country? Pt. 2
This story is continued from Part 1 of "Why Are There So Many Solar Jobs in Florida and the Rest of the Country?"
Reason 3: Solar Energy Is Visible
On a lazy Sunday drive, you might see a wind farm ...
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A Review of Arizona's Generous Utility and State Subsidies for Solar Hot Water
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by Free Hot Water
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May 15, 2012
Free Hot Water often highlights California’s generous subsidies for solar hot water installations, but it’s not the only state committed to solar water heating.
Arizona’s utilitie...
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Why Are There So Many Solar Jobs in Florida and the Rest of the Country? Pt. 1
Last year, the national economy grew a sluggish 7%, while the solar industry grew a whopping 7% over the same period.
In a time of high unemployment, 7,000 new solar jobs emerged acro...
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5 Ways to Act Like a Solar Leader — or Become One
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by UnThink Solar
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May 14, 2012
I read a bucket of press releases about solar companies every week, and if I’m to literally believe their words, then there are thousands of “leading” solar manufacturers and servi...
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Elisa Wood
May 18, 2012
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Why do some states avoid creating policies that encourage consumers and businesses to save energy? What’s the psychology of the laggards?
A new report by the American Council for an E...
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Mara Grunbaum, Contributor
May 18, 2012
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When forests are logged, managed or selectively trimmed so they'll be less susceptible to raging fires, there are usually huge piles of stumps, branches and other wood debris left laying on the ground...
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Last month, Greenpeace launched a series of coordinated protests at Amazon, Apple and Microsoft locations to draw attention to the companies’ use of GHG intensive fuels in powering their data ce...
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Michael Harris, Online Editor, HydroWorld.com
May 17, 2012
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A declaration adopted by 20 small island developing states could potentially increase the percentage of hydroelectric power in their overall energy mixes.
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Michael Barker, Solarbuzz
May 17, 2012
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Despite 2011 having been a particularly challenging year for PV cell and module manufacturers, new small-scale module manufacturing facilities continue to be implemented, especially in emerging market...
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Solar manufacturers and installers face the same challenge as many business owners: How can a company make time for media outreach as part of their overall marketing strategy? With so many other tasks...
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They say nothing can get done in Washington, D.C. on the issue of clean energy, which has become a political lightening rod over the last year. With Congress at a high watermark of partisanship, accus...
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Another year, another wringing of the hands over tax credits and incentives for clean technology.
Lobbyists and vendors in the U.S. are once again singing the blues, calling for continued and ex...
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In these dark days for renewables, here are some reasons to cheer.
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Senators Bob Smith and Stephen Sweeny recently introduced New Jersey Senate Bill 1925. The bill proposes to amend New Jersey's current solar Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS)...
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