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.
By G.P. Thomas
16 May 2012
With climate change affecting the entire globe, especially the polar regions, how are different species adapting to the change in temperature?
How does it feel to save the world, or ruin the planet? Now you can find out, with the release this week of Game Change Rio, a sophisticated Facebook-based game that allow people to engage with the sustainability issues of the day.
Konarka Technologies has announced the integration of its power plastic solar panels into the metal rainscreen panels from Dri-Design for use in building façade applications. The integrated solar panels provide higher building performance, renewable energy and tax credits, and recurring return for building proprietors as well as pleasant designs for architects.
By Nick Gilbert
15 May 2012
As sea temperatures rise, stocks of some fish species can decline while others may grow, reveals new research from the University of Gothenburg looking at gastrointestinal function in fish.
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.
By G.P. Thomas
15 May 2012
Research conducted at the University of York offers a blueprint for the long-term sustainability of tuna caught using the pole-and-line method.
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.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
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.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
The European Union has awarded 10 million euro to the Laboratory of Photovoltaics at the University of Luxembourg in order to develop technologies for manufacturing cheaper and more efficient solar cells.
By Nick Gilbert
14 May 2012
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.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
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.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
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.
By G.P. Thomas
14 May 2012
SPX, a provider of evaporative and hybrid cooling towers and other products, has declared that its Thermal Equipment and Services division has acquired a contract to provide air-cooled condenser (ACC) to a 1.3 GW natural gas-fired, combined cycle power plant.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
14 May 2012
The solar-powered Telstar satellite is going to be 50 years old in the next two months. It was the first satellite to transmit intercontinental television broadcasts. The satellite has been launched on July 10, 1962, during the Cold War space race and includes 3,600 solar cells.
By Nick Gilbert
14 May 2012