Archive for July, 2010

• Renewable Portfolio Standards

  By Gabrielle Hance             With the ever-increasing technology of solar, geothermal, hydroelectric, wind, and other energies, many states have decided to adopt a policy that sets a standard for the amount of renewable energy it will be using in the future. This is called a renewable portfolio standard, or RPS. For example, in 2009, California [...]

  
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• Solar Panels vs. Severe Weather

  By Gabrielle Hance It’s that time of year again-hurricane season.  And Louisiana’s infamous track record has led some solar enthusiasts along the Gulf Coast into a whirlwind of questions.  When it comes to installing solar in an area where houses are susceptible to weather damage, many people wonder if their solar panels and devices are [...]

  
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• Solar Basics by Gabrielle Hance

  For novices and experts, a good knowledge of basic solar energy terms and abbreviations is a necessity. So, If you are thinking about making solar energy a bigger part of your life, whether in solar panels, water heaters, or any other solar devices, the next step is to familiarize yourself with the basics! 1.  Solar [...]

  
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