G.P. Thomas

Gary graduated from the University of Manchester with a first-class honours degree in Geochemistry and a Masters in Earth Sciences. After working in the Australian mining industry, Gary decided to hang up his geology boots and turn his hand to writing.

When he isn't developing topical and informative content, Gary can usually be found playing his beloved guitar, or watching Aston Villa FC snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

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Articles from G.P.

Dominion Virginia Power Announces New Initiative to Boost Solar Power Generation

In a bid to augment solar power generation, Dominion Virginia Power has proposed the second initiative in its two-pronged strategy for solar generation. The company has sought approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission to purchase solar power from its customers.

19 May 2012

Oxford Catalysts’ Presentation on Distributed GTL Solution at 12th World XTL Summit

At the 12th World XTL Summit to be held in London, Oxford Catalysts Group’s Commercial Director, Jeff McDaniel will deliver a presentation titled ‘The Distributed GTL Solution,’ in which he will describe the benefits of modular gas-to-liquids (GTL) plants.

18 May 2012

Clean Currents and SolarCity Partner to Provide Impetus to Solar Power usage

Residents of Maryland and Washington, D.C. are now privy to a unique power purchasing program that is not only environment friendly, but is also pocket-friendly.

17 May 2012

IIS Researchers Design Metering Unit to Maintain Energy Efficiency

Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits, IIS in Erlangen have designed a compact, innovative metering unit that can be fixed onto a power cable similar to a laundry peg without even the need of load disconnection. This metering unit will enable users to quantify their energy consumption and thus improve energy efficiency. The new unit will be exhibited at the Sensor+Test 2012 trade fair in Nuremberg from 22 to 24 May.

17 May 2012

Water Efficiency Awards Seeks Nominees

The Environment Agency and Waterwise are sending a strong message at the sixth Water Efficiency Awards that businesses saving water save money. The awards is a biennial competition celebrating the achievements of private, public and third sector organizations in rendering UK highly water efficient. Some of the award categories include landscape and gardening, innovation, community-led initiative, industry and business and more.

16 May 2012