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Solar Sees “Exceptional” Growth in 2008

Posted on May 30, 2009 by Jennifer Lance.

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For the year 2008, solar output and installations grew globally! Leading the world in photovoltaic markets, almost half of all new installations globally in 2008 occurred in Spain. The United States came in third for top PV markets last year.
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Climate Cycle: Chicago Rides Toward Solar Powered Schools

Posted on May 07, 2009 by Scott James.

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Climate Cycle is a Chicago-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to make schools more energy efficient by donating solar panels and empower youth to become leaders in the emerging green economy through education.

Photo Credit: ClimateCycle.com

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The Next-Best Thing: Leasing Solar Panels

Posted on Nov 20, 2008 by GLI Editors.

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There is no question that purchasing a solar system to power your home
is an effective way to immediately cut your impact on the planet and
gradually cut your energy-related spending. And although it’s usually an economically-sound decision in the long run, buying a solar panel system has a large up front cost, even with government-funded rebates.

Knowing that the average homeowner may not have the funds needed to install solar panels, several entrepreneurial companies have formed with the goal of offering solar panel rental to interested homeowners.
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Residential Solar Applications

Posted on Jun 17, 2008 by GLI Editors.

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Utilities across the country are running into some hefty competition, and it is not from a new electric company. People all over the world, with Japan and Germany leading the way, are turning towards the sun for electricity and heating needs. While solar technology has been available for over a century, it is just recently becoming cost effective.

While giant solar power plants, solar powered cars and planes, and sun fueled air conditioners may be the wave of the future, there are several residential applications for solar power available today that can save you money in the long run and mitigate damage to the planet.
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GTR: Current and Future Trends in the Solar Industry with SPG Solar

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Sean Daily.

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Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-in-Chief, discusses current trends and future developments in the solar technology industry with Dan Thompson, Founder and CEO of SPG Solar.

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GTR: The Solar Energy Market and Current Legislation with Kyocera Solar

Posted on May 14, 2008 by Sean Daily.

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Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks about the growing Solar Energy Market and current legislation with Tom Dyer, VP of Marketing at Kyocera Solar.