OVERVIEW
With alternative energy sources becoming more affordable, we are finally starting to wean ourselves off fossil fuels.
But as the industry expands, there are some growing pains. These systems open up new ways of thinking about our relationship to energy production and consumption, and they impact rating systems such as LEED and Passive House.
The resources found here provide guidance and a better understanding of topics like:
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net-zero energy
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thermal energy storage
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innovative battery systems
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fuel cells
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community solar
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With Solyndra Bankruptcy, Domestic PV Production Takes Another Hit
September 2, 2011News Brief
Solyndra files for bankruptcy amid questions over administration of government backed energy loans.
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Want a Net-Zero Home? Be a Net-Zero Family
August 30, 2011News Analysis
A superinsulated house with PV is a great start, but whether you achieve net-zero depends on how you live in it.
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The World's Most Efficient Solar Thermal Collector?
August 30, 2011Product Review
The Ritter XL solar thermal system combines the most efficient technology to generate hot water for commercial, multifamily, and district heating.
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Solar Farms Abandoning Concentrating Solar for PV
July 1, 2011News Brief
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Crystalline Technology Still Dominates PV Landscape
June 29, 2011Product Review
Crystalline PV produces more energy per square foot than thin-film but both are viable systems, so consider your space limitations as well as your energy needs and budget.
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Detention Basin Used for Solar Power Space in N.J.
June 1, 2011News Brief
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Two Companies Will Build Thin-Film Plants in U.S.
April 29, 2011News Brief
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EPA to Transform Brownfields into Renewable Energy Sites
April 29, 2011News Brief
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A Surge of Popularity for Efficient DC Power
April 29, 2011News Analysis
Which is more efficient: alternating or direct current? Experts say DC is the future of power distribution-and they're ready to get started now.
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From Sunlight to Electricity: How Solar Cells Work
February 28, 2011Primer
Photovoltaic (PV) cells convert sunlight directly into electricity with no moving parts.
