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.

Sanmina-SCI, eSolar Partner to Offer Optimal Value and Cost for Utility-Scale Power Plants

Sanmina-SCI and eSolar have entered into a partnership to offer optimal value and cost for utility-scale power plants based on their experience in production, local content-enhanced component design, and solar thermal energy solutions.

16 May 2012

SolarPrint Dye Sensitised Solar Cell Technology Utilized in Wireless Sensor

SolarPrint, a developer of printable solar cell and indoor energy harvesting technology, has announced that the company will be highlighting its self powered wireless CO2, temperature and humidity sensor at the European Energy Harvesting & Storage Exhibition being held on 15-16 May, 2012, in Berlin.

15 May 2012

Clean Propane Buses Help Davidson County Save Fuel Costs and Improve Air Quality

By running 10 propane autogas-powered buses for its fleet service, Davidson County Transportation is able to save thousands of dollars in fuel costs, while enhancing the air quality of the community.

15 May 2012

Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells Can Help to Harvest Solar Energy

According to the University of Turku scientists, low-cost, lightweight and flexible dyes can be utilized to trap the sunlight, instead of using fragile and expensive crystalline silicon-based semiconductor solar panels.

14 May 2012

Cloud Computing Helps to Create Green, Sustainable Building Design

Globally, the need for buildings that save energy and reduce environmental impact is increasing and hence, architects are looking for green, sustainable designs. However, designing such buildings is not easy, as it depends on various factors, including cost, climate, geography and locations.

14 May 2012

Veolia to Introduce First Propane Autogas Taxi Fleet of Baltimore

Veolia Transportation, North America-based supplier of multiple modes of transportation, has announced that the company will introduce the first propane autogas taxi fleet of Baltimore at a special ceremony, when Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake of Baltimore City will participate in the first propane taxi ride.

14 May 2012

G-Science Statements Propose Solutions for Planet’s Major Challenges

National science institutes of 15 nations that include the Royal Society have released joint statements addressing some of the major issues faced by the planet.

14 May 2012

BT Imaging’s New Tools Help Achieve Optimal PV Cell Efficiency

BT Imaging, a provider of luminescence-based inspection and quality control systems for use in the photovoltaic production industry, has unveiled a suite of production tools that allows photovoltaic wafer manufacturers to communicate and work efficiently with cell manufacturers to achieve the optimal cell efficiency.

14 May 2012

Sunergy America and Electrical Contractors Enters Solar Partnership

Sunergy America, a provider of alternative energy solutions and Electrical Contractors, involved in electrical contracting, entered into a strategic partnership to address the renewable energy sectors in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

14 May 2012

SgurrEnergy Helps Commence Bankend Rig Wind Farm Construction

SgurrEnergy, Glasgow-based renewable energy consultant, has provided full support for beginning the construction work at the 14.3 MW Bankend Rig wind farm. Despite facing planning restrictions and tight deadlines, the project has reached financial completion. The project is situated on the East Ayrshire and South Lanarkshire borders. Wilson Renewables owns the project.

14 May 2012