While power utility Eskom’s rebate programme has facilitated interest in solar water heaters (SWHs) , a greater, more assertive framework would be required to attract the mass SWH adoption needed to reach South Africa’s target of one-million installations by the end of 2014. Global consultancy Frost & Sullivan (F&S) suggested that such a framework could include making SWHs mandatory for new buildings, which would eradicate the restrictive high initial cost of the product, by... Continuar leyendo

Combining Korean and Canadian work ethics will create a unique corporate culture that will lead to DSTN success, says Nam-Ki Lee, CEO of the wind turbine manufacturer. For the past year, employees from both countries have worked side by side to transform the old rail car plant into a wind turbine manufacturer. On Tuesday DSTN marked the culmination of the year-long effort of removing old equipment, renovating office space, hiring 115 employees and installing new equipment. A grand opening was... Continuar leyendo

In the wake of Japan's nuclear disaster and EU member nations winding down nuclear programs over the next two decades, solar companies look poised for a period of growth over the long term, despite concerns of excess supply in the Chinese polysilicon market. The past few months have been rough on the sector, providing opportunity for long term investors. Here are 11 names we think any alternative energy investor should consider. As always, use the list below as a starting point for your own due ... Continuar leyendo

A newly constructed Menlo Park home has the newest in cutting edge technology for its hot water and heating needs. The unique system, installed by Bay Area Reid Heating and Energy, Inc., uses sophisticated controls to tie multiple water and heating systems together. The control for the integrated system manages three types of water: domestic hot water, solar boiler water and solar heat transfer fluid, each separated by a heat exchanger. The home was designed with an in-floor radiant heat system ... Continuar leyendo

Internet search giant Google Inc. said on Tuesday that it is creating a 280-million-dollar fund to help finance rooftop installations, the largest green investment it has ever made. The company said an agreement to this effect was reached with SolarCity, a solar panel installation company based in San Mateo, California. This is the second major investment Google has made in solar energy. In April, Google invested 168 million dollars in a solar thermal plant in the Mojave Desert. "Google's... Continuar leyendo