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You've seen bicycles. You've seen solar-powered cars. You've seen engineering students unable to make an electric car stay upright. Now you can see a solar-powered bicycle car that looks like it might fall to pieces if you kick the tires before a test drive. Post from: Zoomi Life The Human-Solar Hybrid Car From San Jose

“09 Colorado - Utah Tour” feat: The Legendary Guru with Solar and the 7 Grand Players The finest in Real Hip Hop is coming to Utah and Colorado this January 2009! The Hip Hop Icon Guru along with NYC’s brightest producer, Solar are set to bring their internationally acclaimed live show to “The Mountains” this January! Guru [...]

With increased prices on energy bills, the credit crunch and continuous fuel price hikes, it’s no wonder so many people are looking for ways to permanently slash their living costs at every turn. Maybe it is time to look at some solar power home solutions! Besides the costs of living, there’s also the environment to think [...]

Apa jadinya jika solar dicampur dengan air, bisakah digunakan sebagai bahan bakar? jika pertanyaan itu ditujukan pada dosen saya di Universitas Trisakti Dr Ir M.Hafnan MEng, maka dengan cepat dia akan mengatakan bisa. Hafnan ternyata berhasil menemukan racikan zat aditif yang bisa mencampurkan solar dengan air tanpa mengganggu kestabilan campurannya. Formula ini diberi nama solar hijau, hasil pene

Aligarh: Dr. A. R. Jha, Senior Consultant from Los Angeles, California, USA today delivered a lecture on Nanotechnology, MEMI and Solar Energy in the Assembly Hall of Z. H. College of Engineering and Technology at the Aligarh Muslim University. Dr. A. R. Jha is a very distinguished senior person who has earned respect and recognition from [...]

NJ Green Calendar. I've just added about 30 more events to the Calendar, so feel free to take a look if you haven't recently. Solar. Big project in the works, writes Jeremy Rosen for the Courier Post Online. "Mantua, NJ resident David Sharrow, partly fueled by concerns for the future of his eight children in a degenerating environment, has reached a $14 million agreement with a solar energy

Se você é um entusiasta high-tech com certeza já deve ter um iPhone, se não tem, com certeza esta em algum lugar da sua wish list (lista de desejos). O Solar iPhone Leather é um case equipado com painel solar e uma bateria de litium que fazem uma recarga fácil em seu iPhone quanto estiver sobe [...]

As the end of 2008 draws ever near, most sites and magazines reporting on videogames are getting ready to present a host of awards, showing which titles impressed editors and players alike during the closing year. Our awards will be presented during the final days of December. IGN, one of the leading sites reporting on the videogames industry, has already named the best games it reviewed in 2008

Solar Arcadia nos ofrece fundas solares para el iPhone disponibles en modelos laterales y verticales, que no sólo brindan protección para el handset sino que incluye paneles solares con el fin de dar a nuestro móvil unos minutos más de vida mientras estamos de salida y bajo el sol. Esta funda tiene una batería de ión de Litio y unos LED indican su capacidad mientras se carga o descarga. S

In accordance with the Holiday Spirit this post is all about having an environmentally friendly and green Christmas just by purchasing a set of outdoor solar Christmas lights to illuminate your home.Solar Christmas lights can help you save electricity and money, and they are convenient to use because they don’t have to be plugged in and there are no wires to worry about. Solar Christmas lights u

Yesterday's sneak peek at the Energizer Rechargeable Solar Charger, a portable solar-powered AA and AAA battery charger that transfers sunlight to power, was a little light on the actual details. Don't blame us, it won't debut until January's CES. Today, we've got the exclusive inside scoop on what promises to be a neat little gadget--replete with photos you won't find anywhere else.Source.

Speaking of useful online tools, I should mention also a solar array modelling service, provided by RoofRay on their homepage. They use Google Maps and various other information to help you estimate the solar potential of your home or business before taking the financial plunge to invest in solar energy.Using the site's modelling tools, you can evaluate how much solar energy your home could captur

Charge up your laptop anywhere on the go with the SolarGorilla. It will cost you $440 though! But if you need the power on your safari vacation this gadget will do the trick. You can use it to charge the rest of your gadgets like mobile phones, iPods and more. The SolarGorilla is tough, water [...]

Solar Powered Christmas Lights, this is definitely the find of the day - no outlet needed! Now decorate anywhere without dangerous extension cords or need for an outlet. Sun charges string of 60 lights by day, turn on automatically at dusk and run for about eight hours! No energy cost! Great near road, around mailbox or [...]

There are a lot of online solar power calculating tools that can help you size your solar power installation. These tools are great in order to find out how much energy approximately your household consume every day and to determinate how much solar power you'll need to run your home appliances.Power Consumption and System Voltage Free Online CalculatorsDiscover Your Solar Energy Potential - This

PhD Positions in Solar Energy, Trondheim University, Norway 1 PHD POSITION WITHIN SOLAR ENERGY, Ref.nr. NT 77/08 There is one available PhD position at the Department of materials science and engineering within research on solar energy. The position should be used to recruit promising candidates with interest for production of silicium to solar cells via metallurgical processes. The applicant

A list of 150 solar start-up companies as compiled by greentechmedia.com. There are four parts to the list

The Shiro SQ-S solar powered portable media player features a 1.8-inch LCD display at 128 x 160 resolution, an integrated FM tuner, 16GB of built-in memory and USB connectivity. Supporting SMV video format and WMA/WAV/M4A/FLAC/APE/OGG audio formats. It takes six hours to charge with "full sun" or 4 hours to charge via USB port of computer. A full charge provides up to 38 hours of audio a

One of the most important thing you have to figure out when planning a solar power installation is the size of the solar system you’ll need. First of all you need to calculate how much power you use on a daily basis. Your electric bill will be of help for this or you can make your own calculation. The power consumption of appliances is given in Watts (eg 21" fluorescent light, 13W). To calculate

The other day I posted a blurb in my notes about keeping an eye on earthquake activity, particularly on the US West coast. There is a full moon on its way (actually the biggest and brightest of the year), which some believe influences earthquake activity, and I took note of this random find regarding [...]

No último dia 4 em Turin a Fiat apresentou seu novo carro movido a energia solar o Fiat Phylla. O carro é totalemente feito de materias recicláveis e não emite gases poluentes. A primeira frota está programada para sair em 2010, na Itália e depois se expandir para outros países da Europa. O carro mede 1,98 [...]

This Christmas, for fast, easy setup buy colorful and easy to install solar powered Christmas lights. With major improvements over the last couple of years in LED technology and with so many choices now, there's no need to mess with electrical wiring anymore when you hang your Christmas lights. Most of you don't need any reasons for hanging Christmas lights, but if you do... Gaiam, a well known

Many people tend to ignore the cost of installing solar panels when they plan to buy solar panels for their home. Most of the time the vendors shows only the prices of the equipment and most of them don’t handle the installation of the equipment. photo: Trebosc There are 2 main types of solar panles: thermic [...]

As a home owner concerned about the safety of your property, you must surely be interested in solar outdoor security lighting, one that will provide you will bright lights.Fortunately, unlike other outdoor solar lights that usually serve as accent lighting, there is a bright solar outdoor security lighting that’s available for every home. When purchasing such type of light, you have to get one w

Outdoor solar garden lights actually cover a wide variety of solar lights such as solar spot lights as well as solar lighting. When it comes to designs, most solar lights of today, especially those utilized for the exterior of our homes are well crafted and are really meant to serve as enhancement and accent to our home garden areas.Even when used as outdoor solar lighting, these garden based ligh

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Compare os Preços, Descrição, As Capas e o Menor Preço!Clique Aqui para saber mais sobre este Livro…Aquecedor Solar de Baixo CustoUtilizando garrafa Peth1.1 Introdução1.2 O efeito estufa1.3 Materiais e custos1.4 Montagem do aquecedor solar peth1.5 Economia possível de energia elétrica1.6 Considerações finais1.7 Referências Bibliográficas1.8 Anexos: fotos

If you’ve purchased a solar bird bath, you probably want to keep it running and beautiful for a long time. Well, keep reading for a helpful maintenance schedule and some great tips. A solar bird bath is a great way to attract birds to your backyard fountain without having to depend on cords or electricity. However, [...]

California’s Governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and the head of Edison International, Ted Craver, “flipped the switch” on a project that will provide solar power to as many as 1,300 homes in the Southern California region. Monday marked the completion of a project that placed 33,700 thin film solar panels atop a large 600,000 square foot warehouse [...]

Installing a solar electric system requires very careful initial planning. First of all, you need to know exactly how much electricity your home uses each month. You may look up in your old electricity bills but also you should think about how your electricity needs will change over the next 10 years.Solar photovoltaic panels can be installed on the roof, along a wall of the property or as standal

Timex Ironman Triathlon Solar Dual-Tech Watch T5G701 (Watch)By Timex Buy new: $110.00$68.005 utilised and new from $66.88 Customer Rating: First tagged “timex” by Peter Tan Customer tags: sports watch, solar, timex, ironman [...]

Battech has launched a new and interesting product on the market. The Battech iPower SX is a emergency Solar power device which will charge most of todays mobile phones, PDA's, Game Consoles & iPods. The device itself has a built in solar panel which captures the Sun's rays and charges the device. You can also use USB connection to change this device from any PC.  Device is bundled w

The source of nearly all of our energy is the sun. While we might use wind, oil, and rivers to help empower our world, all of those sources of energy are also made possible through the sun. Because it won't stop burning anytime soon, we can effectively consider it an infinite source of energy, and better yet, it's completely free for absolutely anyone to use. To get the biggest savings possible on

Quem nunca ficou sem bateria em algum dispositivo portátil que atire o primeiro celular. A foto acima é a PhotonSynthesis, ela usa a energia solar para armazenar em sua base energia suficiente para recarregar baterias via USB, como celulares. E depois dizem que as empresas não pensam na natureza…rs

O iCharge Eco DX é um novo recarregador com painéis solares criado para dar um gás extra na bateria dos seus gadgets favoritos como iPhone, Nintendo DS ou PSP, entre muitos outros. Ele leva até 3 horas e meia para completar uma carga completa ligado na tomada, 5 horas na porta USB ou 15 horas com energia solar. O recarregador tem sete opções de cores para combinar melhor com seus gadgets. O

The smallest country in the world is going green!!! A new PV(photo voltaic) solar system containing 2,400 panels was installed on one of the state's main buildings “Nervi Hall”. The system will generate approximately 300 kilowatt hours of clean energy a year.This system will help the Vatican cut is Carbon Dioxide emission by about 225 tonnes a year, saving the equivalent of 80 tonnes of oil a

Somehow, piece by piece we will be able to reveal 2012 puzzle (link-At World End, 2012) Wether it leads to extermination or glorius ascencion, the point is finally we know the grand picture. The truth - the absolute truth... Satu persatu kepingan puzzle tentang tahun 2012 terverifikasi secara resmi. Sebuah artikel dari KOMPAS mengulas tentang tahun 2012 dari satu perspektif yaitu Solar Proxima -

Our company manufactures and exports aircraft warning lights for telecommunication towers, radio / tv towers, skyscrapers, high buildings.Our facility is located in Istanbul, Turkey and we can export bulk amounts of aircraft warning lights.Aircraft Warning LightsSolar Powered Aircraft Warning LightsTechnical Specs of Aircraft Warning Lights- Reliable led lights- 140 led lights which provides 10 km

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Your morning fix of mixed greens. (If the boss catches you, just politely tell him/her that you're helping save the world.) $19,000 Electric Car Coming to US in May 2009: Introducing the Wheego Whip

In the Bible, Lot is well known because his wife (Irit) looked back at Sodom when angels were pulling them out of the city (even though the angels had specifically told her not to look back).  As punishment, she turned into a pillar of salt.  Luckily, things have since changed.  Lot Spa Hotel in... ...to keep reading, visit Green Prophet...

Since Hamas took control of Gaza in the summer of 2007, Israeli citizens have been battered with rocket attacks in Sderote, and more recently Ashkelon. Some media outlets call Israel’s interference with fuel transfer across to Gaza “a seige” but for Israelis it is just a matter of... ...to keep reading, visit Green Prophet...

Clearly not for spies or military use as its huge floating solar-array charging station would surely blow your cover, this solar-powered submarine could make underwater exploration cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Code-named Project Goldfish, it is a development by Swiss company BKW FMB Energie which aims to link a battery-powered submarine with an offshore charging station so the

While solar energy is most often associated with the production of electricity, heating is also a major platform. While heating isn’t particularly difficult, efficiency in doing so is the key to saving wear and tear on your system.A Key Element In Solar Panels - EfficiencyThe sun produces a ton of energy, but solar panel systems have historically been very inefficient at converting it. With impr

Solar power is no longer just about slapping photovoltaic eyesores on existing rooftops to harness a bit of extra sun energy. Nowadays, people are finding unique ways to integrate solar energy into architectural, vehicular and even fashion designs from the beginning. Moreover, some innovators have even figured out ways to make structures entirely energy-independent by [...]

The general idea of the origin of solar energy systems are stand-alone "green" energy sources is becoming increasingly popular in the world. As individuals and consumers more aware of the money was paid, he or she is buying a group to design and install solar panels, solar home systems and home not only financial, but environmental benefits.Some domestic solar systems is different from the others

This article contains information on basic principles of solar energy. - How Solar Energy is Created Solar energy consists of the light and heat emitted by the sun, in the form of electromagnetic radiation. With today’s technology, we are able to capture this radiation and turn it into usable forms of solar energy - such as heating or [...]

Solar Panel Against a Blue Sky Harvesting energy from the sun is a great way to cut down on electric bills.I am seeing more of these solar panels go up in our rural area. Just down the road from us, right in the middle of a beautiful field, our neighbor installed four large panels.The field has perfect, clear southern exposure and the panels are placed high enough off the ground to avoid the sn

Meraki has developed a Wi-Fi Access point, which is Solar Powered. The Meraki Solar mesh will provide wireless access to a large area that too at a low cost. It runs on solar-charged battery and can be easily installed anywhere, without spending extra money on lengthy Power Cable. You can also easily monitor the solar unit [...] Related posts:Google’s paid email plans - Powered by Postini

Have you ever been in a barbeque, wherein you thought…. How I wish I could light up the Barbeque, with no effort at all. Well, now your wish is going to come true with the Solar Power Grill. This grill allows you to cook vegetables, fish, steak and much more, just using the power of the [...]

Qatar may have a long way to go before it becomes environmentally friendly, but it may be just that little bit closer after one of its citizens invented a solar powered mat.Camping is a popular hobby in Qatar, but most people have put aside the hardships of the past, when the Bedouin would rely on camel dung to start up fires, and cook in the hot sand below the fires. Instead many now rely on gene

Atlantic City may be famous for  casino gambling, but it’s soon going to be known for something else green…and I dont’ mean money. With over 13,321 solar panels capable of generating 2.36 megawatts of electricity, the Atlantic City Convention Center will be the largest single-roof photovoltaic system in the entire U.S. The panels will be operated by Pepco Energy Services for a 2

By Ralf WopterunYou know that your electricity bill is high, and when you think about all of the things that are plugged in inside your home, it is no wonder that your bill rises each month. With your electric lights, televisions, computers, electric stoves and clothes dryers, you are using a huge amount of electricity each and every day. The problem is that everybody uses a lot of electricity

In a carbon free future our current conventional fossil based food system wont do. For a planet demanding urgent CO2 reduction, this mega industry which consumes a considerate amount of fossil fuel, is becoming terribly dysfunctional. It must be reconfigured to be compatible in a carbon restricted reality. Michael Pollan proposes, in an article in the NyTimes, a path from fossil food to solar foo

Via: Semiconductor Today The III-V Semiconductors group of the Instituto de Energía Solar at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (IES-UPM) in Spain has set a new record for solar energy conversion efficiency of 32.6% for a dual-junction photovoltaic cell. Designed and fabricated in a horizontal MOCVD reactor by IES-UPM’s III-V Semiconductors group, the lattice-matched dual-junction solar cell w

Solar power do it yourself (DIY) systems are available and you can too make or assemble these systems your own. Solar power do it yourself (DIY) systems are available and you can too make or assemble these systems your own. Lots of people are saving plenty of money by producing their own electricity from solar power and as [...]

Solar energy and solar power are two terms that are often used interchangeably but actually they are not the same thing. They both mean to receive and use solar rays, but more specifically solar power refers to electricity generated from solar radiation.Solar energy is a more generic term and it describes all the uses of solar rays. That includes solar power generation, but also solar thermal for

By Mike SullivanAs fossil fuel reserves are beginning to dry up we must look to other sources for our energy needs to support our lifestyles. The planet still has many fossil fuel reserves, but they won't last forever. Alternative energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric are thought to be the forerunners in clean energy. Developing their technology so that the price of energy is low

Earth seems to have its first fuzzy photos of alien planets outside our solar system, images captured by two teams of astronomers. The pictures show four likely planets that appear as specks of white, nearly indecipherable except to the most eagle-eyed experts. All are trillions of miles away — three of them orbiting the same star, and the fourth circling a different star.

Researchers have developed a new anti-reflective coating that boosts the efficiency of solar panels and allows sunlight to be absorbed from almost any angle. Scientists from the Future Chips Constellation (FCC) at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York have created the coating using nanotechnology — engineering devices on a molecular scale. They are hopeful that it [...]

This is a New LMac Touch concept from Mac, which is designed by Myyan Chan . The best features of this concept is , it offers the users with an energy function that helps them to use solar energy as a power source.

Twenty university teams will open their all-solar home designs up to the public next October demonstrating some exciting possibilities for the next generation of housing - the zero-energy home.The participants, contestants in the biennial Solar Decathlon, will also open their experimental prototypes up for judging.Why is the US Department of Energy sponsoring this event?In their words:The Solar De

Why has no-one thought of this before?? A walking plant pot to keep your plants nice and happy whilst you aren't at home! UK-based Play Coalition have come up with this very cool walking bot that senses its environment as well as moving out the way of objects etc. [VIA]

Still under the impression of the USA 2008 Presidential vote (although I am not an American) I found this information interesting to be published now. Did you know that way back in 1979 (during the second US oil crisis) the American President Jimmy Carter installed solar heating panels on the roof of the White House West Wing? I personally didn't know that curious fact! And it seems that the Nobel

Check out these incredible solar panels being created by the California based Cool Earth. Much like using a magnifying glass to concentrate light, concentrated solar systems use lenses or reflectors to concentrate sunlight onto highly efficient solar cells. By concentrating the light onto a single high efficiency cell, the technology vastly reduces the amount of traditional solar cel

This adorable bobble head is powered by a solar panel on the base of the figure. Batteries Not Required , suitable for cars/office tablesModel : DWEL84011Color : Size : Material : Imprint Method : Imprint Location : Imprint Method : Production Time : MOQ : Packaging : Qty/Carton : 240 pcs/cartonCarton Size : 51.5 X 42 X 68.5 CMN.W. : 18 KGsG.W. : 20 KGs

A solar tower is a device that converts solar energy (heat from the sun) into electricity. Solar towers are suitable for large-scale power generation. The Basic Component Parts of a Solar Tower Energy Plant * Solar Tower - The solar tower is simply a large structure with a boiler (a tank used to heat liquids) at the [...]

Spitzer observations have discerned two rocky asteroid belts and an icy outer ring surrounding our Sun’s doppelgänger Epsilon Eridani that could have been shaped by evolving planets. "This system probably looks a lot like ours did when life first took root on Earth," says lead author of the study Dana Backman of the SETI Institute. Click to enlarge. Our familiar Solar System compared with the

Since the Solar power was been introduced decades ago, it has going through a rapid changes, especially in last few years when there are many experiments has been carried out on it. According to the latest news from a group of researchers at Renssealaer Polytechnic Institute, they’ve discovered and demonstrated a new method for [...]

As I had written previously about my Christmas shopping having started, today I continued that shopping. I was looking to replace our age old Christmas tree and buy a newer and bigger Christmas tree. The last tree we had had worn off after we kept it outside in the rains previous year. So I was looking for Christmas tree accessories which would withstand rains and are eco-friendly as well.Then I c

Besides the wonderful team of people I get to work with, one of the best aspects of working with the newservice ISRAEL21c is that they “let” me report on environment news and breakthroughs. Their support of the environment started about 5 years ago, when not a single paper in Israel was... ...to keep reading, visit Green Prophet...

The sun produces untold trillions of watts of power, and even though we receive just a tiny fraction of that power, it is many times capable of empowering our entire world. For the past few decades, solar power has been gaining prominence as the technology matures and it becomes even more efficient and cheap to produce equipment for. Most people are familiar with solar panels that convert solar ra

In Germany the largest thin-film solar roof has just came online. The roof has 11,000 thin-film solar modules from First Solar, with a total capacity of 837 kW, covering the roof of a Riedel Recycling facility in Moers, Germany.The installation process required just three months despite pitches of 36.55 and 75 degrees and heights of up to 30 meters.“Thin-film modules are a good choice at our lat

Solar energy is energy derived from the sun. Energy can be derived from the sun in a number of ways, but we will focus on energy derived from the sun using photovoltaic PV devices. Here we will name and explain the functions of components used for converting energy from the sun to electrical energy that we can use at home or in businesses.Pros of a solar power system include:energy from sun is fre

Not much different from political views or soccer favorite, people are very conservative when it comes to their laundry, or at least on how to dry it. Those who favor laundry lines claim that the tumbling electric dryer damages the clothes, (the residues left in the filter prove that), consumes... ...to keep reading, visit Green Prophet...

Learn how to produce solar power with this detailed tutorial. Find out how to produce home solar energy. Full Article

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By Adrian FletcherSolar power for homes has truly come a very long way since the early, boxy design of solar panels that most of us have seen. Great advances have been made with respect to solar cell construction which allow a variety of building materials be made with the solar cells incorporated into the design, thus effectively making them almost undetectable. Solar power for homes is supplied

Solyndra, a 3 year old company, is producing unconventional solar panels. Instead of the old flat panels, Solyndra came up with new cylindrical panels. These panels collect sunlight more efficiently across a broader range of angles and catch light reflected off the roof itself.To build these solar panels, Solyndra uses thin film solar cells. Thin film solar cells aren't as efficient as silicon ce

Credit Suisse has come out today with a call against the solar sector from its Asian team. It is not downgrades, but the firm slashed its price targets to more... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

By M JeffersonWith the demand for electricity increasing we can all expect to see our electricity prices increase, if we aren't already. Not only will the creation of solar power lower electric bills, it will also clean up our environment. I know, one person won't make a big difference. But the reality is, millions will. If everyone who thought they wouldn't make a difference stood up and started

Walking house ! This house was built in Denmark by a team of engineers to give an idea about an alternative eco-lifestyle. It is written in the official walking house website that there are solar panels and little windmills to collect energy from the natural environment. It can collect the rain water and there is a toilet system as well.This 6 legged hydrological living form was inspired by the tr

First Solar Inc. announced on Wednesday that it will start supplying solar panels for households. Up to this point First Solar supplied panels for huge solar power plants in Europe and Asia. First Solar currently have plants in Germany, Ohio and Malaysia. First Solar will sell SolarCity Corp., a residential-installation company, enough panels for 25,000 homes in the next five years. SolarCity sel

First Solar announces a five-year deal to supply 100 megawatts of thin-film solar modules to SolarCity. First Solar also bought a minority stake in the company valued at $25 million. SolarCity is a privately held company who installs clean-power systems across California, Arizona, and Oregon.

Solar Decathlon Update: Every two years 20 university teams are chosen, based on proposals, to design an all-solar home and assemble it on the National Mall in Washington DC for public viewing and judging. Check back each Wednesday as the NAV Blog reports on the process of the design and construction of BeauSoleil, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's entry. For more info about the proj

These days in Nigeria, one cannot skim through a newspaper without coming across an ad invitation to a solar energy seminar. These seminars as expected usually outline some advantages that the seminar organisers attribute to solar energy. Some of the advantages that are most prominent include: free energy from the sun, no more blackout, zero electricity bill. Other prominent claims is that solar e

By Mark SmithAre you searching for an economical way to energize your home or business with power? You can enjoy using having the energy when you need it, even if the traditional means of power goes off. You can even help create a better world by using solar panels as they are very economically and environmentally user friendly. Using solar panels will also reduce the amount due on your monthly po

Vivien Muller teve uma bonita idéia do que pode ser feito com um carregador solar. Aproveitando a deixa de que árvores utilizam suas folhas para fabricar seu alimento, com a fotossíntese, criou a PhotonSynthese. São 54 painéis solares, que podem ser montados à sua escolha, formando uma árvore. Posted in Design      

Despite prototype solar vehicles at car shows, solar auto racing competitions, and the upcoming (and pricey) Tesla Motors electric vehicle that can be powered by sun rays, the marketing of solar-powered vehicles to the general public seems a long way off.

Despite prototype solar vehicles at car shows, solar auto racing competitions, and the upcoming (and pricey) Tesla Motors electric vehicle that can be powered by sun rays, the marketing of solar-powered vehicles to the general public seems a long way off.

Shrugging off gloom over the economic outlook, Intel Capital on Tuesday announced its first "clean-tech" initiative in China, a $20 million equity investment in Trony Solar Holdings Co. "The world economy is in a very difficult position, but innovation is the way to help the companies out of financial crisis. Intel Capital is still committed to investing in innovative companies," Cadol Cheung, man

T-Solar, a Spanish company whose main investors are the Isolux Group and the regional savings bank Caixanova, opened yesterday a state-of-the-art plant in Orense (Galicia, Northwestern Spain). T-Solar has invested so far more than 80 million euros ($99.5 million) in this modern plant, that will employ 190 workers and will have a expected turnover in 2009 exceeding 100 million euros. The 

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The state of California and SunEdison announced an agreement to provide affordable solar power at 15 California State University (CSU) campuses and the CSU executive office. Through this partnership, an eight megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic power system will be installed at CSU campuses giving zero-emissions electric power. During the first year of operation, the eight MW system is expected to de

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Hybrid Solar Cell Characterization, Aix Marseille University, France Reference: SPI-05-AMII-MA-2008-4 Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the Centre interdisciplinaire de Nanoscience de Marseille (CINaM) at the Campus of Luminy to lead research efforts in the optimization of electronic interfaces in hybrid solar cells. The post-doc position