A solar panel is composed of a package of photovoltaic cells. It can be used in a larger photovoltaic system for generating and supplying electric energy for residents and other commercial applications.
By Kris Walker
8 Jan 2013
A solar panel is a set of solar cells that convert light energy into electric energy. A number of solar panels, a battery, interconnection wiring and an inverter constitute a large photovoltaic system that generates electricity for residential and commercial applications.
By Kris Walker
3 Jan 2013
A roof garden is any type of vegetation established on the roof of a building. Apart from the decorative benefit, roof garden serves the purpose of providing architectural enhancement, temperature control, recreational opportunities, habitats for wildlife and food.
By Kris Walker
2 Jan 2013
Gifts are an integral part of any celebration and they are often wrapped in colorful wrapping papers, which are then discarded and thus become a major part of waste during the holiday season.
By Kris Walker
20 Dec 2012
Waves are a result of wind blowing over the ocean surfaces. The energy transported by the ocean surface waves is known as wave power that can be used for generating electricity, pumping water into reservoirs and water desalination purposes.
By Kris Walker
19 Dec 2012
The constantly increasing world population is increasing fuel consumption at a much faster rate than ever before. With many oil wells and coal resources depleting around the world, algae fuel seems to be a plausible solution.
By Kris Walker
17 Dec 2012
In this interview, AZoCleanTech talks to John Conklin, President and CEO of New Energy Technologies, Inc., about electicity from cars and electricity generating coatings.
By G.P. Thomas
14 Dec 2012
Christmas is a part of the holiday season that we all look forward to in one way or another, whether it be spending time with loved ones, presents...eating. This season comes with a cost though, as the environment takes a hit during Christmas celebrations.
By Kris Walker
12 Dec 2012
Photovoltaic (PV) cell is the technical term for solar cell, which is used to convert sunlight directly into electricity.
By Kris Walker
11 Dec 2012
With the Earth’s natural resources constantly declining at an alarming rate, drastic methods will need to be taken in the future so that we are not left with a post-apocalyptic sci-fi world we see in movies and video games.
By Kris Walker
10 Dec 2012