Solar in America: Why Are We Celebrating?
American Flag waving under bright sun solar energy For the past 6 years I’ve been following the development of the solar industry, particularly PV, in the United States. While I’m inspired by some of the ideas and innovations I’m seeing, such as the emergence of solar leasing, the Federal ITC and Loan Guarantees, and the continuing reductions overall cost of solar panels and complete...
Read MoreJapan’s Nuclear Meltdown, John Boehner, and Solar
Here we go again, another disaster caused by nature’s wrath and the limitations of doing things the old way. What now? Aside from the human tragedy caused not only by the Japanese tsunami, but the aftermath of it’s effect on their nuclear power plant (40+ years old mind you) the implications for what should be learned, and the financial limitations of this are of the utmost...
Read MoreLeonardo DiCaprio Gives Solar Another Shot In The Arm
Leonardo DiCaprio is the green energy and sustainability industry’s best friend. He’s been using his global appeal to raise awareness on everything from climate change to poverty to endangered species. Moreover, he does it with an authenticity that we don’t get to see from the A-List crowd very often. It’s clear that he’s not supporting these causes because his Publicist thinks...
Read MoreOne You Should Know. SolarCity
SolarCity is one of the fastest growing solar installers in the country. With their pioneering “Solar Lease” program, they have made solar affordable for thousands of homeowners just like you and me. Check out how they can make solar work for you at their website. You can also get to know the man who created the Solar Lease program, David Arfin, in our “Visionaries”...
Read MoreVideo Interview: with 3M Executive Dan Chen
SolarVisionaries.org Interviews Dan Chen of 3M
Read MoreConergy Solar Success! Day 1
I landed in Phoenix around 11:30 last night and after a little bit of drama trying to find my hotel I was finally able to settle in and see what the week to come would bring. The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) has hosted their national conference for decades now, and the 2010 event is the best ever. We’re starting with two full days of Workshops for solar integrators and installers as...
Read MoreSolar Visionaries Career Center
