02-25-2010

Where Will Solar Power Plants Be Built

Where Will Solar Power Plants Be Built?Deserts or Rooftops?

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11-16-2009

Common Residential PV System Code Violations

Ever-increasing code complexity red tags some installations.

The first residential PV projects were installed in locations far from the long arm of the building code establishment. As a consequence, many of the early PV installers were not familiar with or held to the standards set by the National Electrical Code.....

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09-03-2009

Surge protection sets for solar installations

Phoenix Contact solar photovoltaic surge arresters feature  temperature-monitored, high-capacity varistors with optical faultwarning and dynamic disconnect device.Read More
09-03-2009

FPL rate hike request generates criticism

BY MARY ELLEN KLAS
Herald/Times Tallahassee Bureau The state's largest electric companies say it's time to raise your rates.Read More
08-31-2009

Preengineered PV System Packages

The conventional approach to residential PV system installations  involves design, engineering, documentation, sourcing of components,  receiving and handling, warehousing and unique on-site installation. An  alternative approach is to use system packages, sometimes referred to  as kits. Here I define solar electric system packages, examine their  advantages and disadvantages, outline the situations ....
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08-29-2009

Pioneer In Solar Hot Water Revamps Itself

Heliodyne, the longest-established U.S. solar thermal manufacturer, announced today its new corporate image along with a newly developed line of products. To help with the introduction of its new product line, the company has implemented an all new Sales & Marketing program. "With demand in solar energy at an all time high, it was the right time for us to reinvigorate the market with a unique and innovative product line" said Ole Pilgaard, President of Heliodyne.Read More