To mark the completion of steel-frame construction, the “Topping out” ceremony was celebrated at the University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro (UMPCPP). The building is being constructed to replace the University Medical Center of Princeton. The “topping out” ceremony is celebrated as a tradition by the steelworkers, and to symbolize good luck, a steel beam with an evergreen tree is raised and fixed at the highest point of the structure.
Canadian Solar announced on 3 December, 2009 that it has planned to start with the site selection and approval process in order to develop a 200 megawatt module manufacturing facility in Ontario. Canadian Solar supplies solar farm, solar modules for commercial and residential markets, solar cells, turnkey solutions and custom-designed solar application products. Decisions about the selected site, its size and cost are expected to be finalized in the first quarter of the year 2010. FIT applications have been submitted to Ontario Power Authority, and Canadian Solar has already started to receive attention from customers who are interested in buying solar systems from Ontario Solar.
The Nomad 2 Wind Data Logger is utilized to carry out comprehensive wind assessments. The Nomad 2 Wind Data Logger is available with additional components such as alkaline batteries (four), multi cable grips (four), compact flash card with a memory of 32 MB, user’s manual and the Nomad Desktop software. The operating temperature of the Nomad 2 Wind Data Logger ranges from -40 degrees Celsius to +85 degrees Celsius. It is also equipped with a 4x20 display screen that can store alphanumeric values and is available in LCD or VFD formats.
The Premium-Line Terza fireplace is suitable for low-energy and passive houses as it incorporates AirDirect combustion system. It includes a storage module or convection jacket as an option. This fireplace is designed in a flat shape. It is available in three versions, namely, Terza black, Terza Patina and Terza Patina smoothed.
The S88 wind turbine has a robust design and is capable of withstanding diverse environmental conditions. This turbine produces a rated power of 2.1 megawatts at a wind speed of 14 meters per second. The cut-in and cut-out wind speeds of the S88 wind turbine are 4 meters per second and 25 meters per second respectively. The rotational speed of the S88 wind turbine varies in between 15 rotations per minute and 17.6 rotations per minute.
The Proven 15kW wind turbine has a cut-in wind speed of 2.5m/s and a survival wind speed of 70m/s. Its rated power output is 15kW and the rated wind speed is 12m/s. It incorporates three blades made of glass-thermoplastic composite materials. The rotor has a diameter of 9m and has a rated speed of 150RPM.
The fireplaces in the Panorama Series are medium gas models. The fuels utilized in the P36 fireplace can be natural gas or propane. This main fireplace consists of components such as bright embers, logs and a fire grate. The viewing area of this fireplace is measured as about 452 square inches. The flames produced in the P36 fireplace can be adjusted and can also be turned down by about 50 per cent. The safety glass in the front of the fireplace is built from ceramic.
EnergyPro manufactures and installs a range of solar pumps in remote homes and villages for farm and irrigational purposes. The SunPumps SCS series submersible pumps are DC powered, and are designed as a stand-alone water system to provide water in remote locations.
The LEDPIR18W solar floodlight can be installed on poles or walls. Other features in the solar floodlight system are a solid state charge controller and sealed battery unit. The solar floodlight is available as a ready to be installed unit.
The Sol Shed does not need any foundation for installation and is built on treated skids. Hence, this solar electric generating station can be moved anywhere around the house or transported when the residents move away. If needed, this self contained power system can be bolted to the foundation permanently. This solar generating station is completely insulated as it is made of structurally insulated panels. Besides the function of a solar electric power system, the Sol Shed can also be used as a storage space.
The Kyocera SC series submersible solar pumps are DC powered and designed for supplying water to remote areas. They function at 30V to 120V on 140W to 1,000W DC. These solar pumps are run using solar modules or batteries.
The Robison BL40D solar water pump creates 85 pounds of pressure that facilitates its usage in homes or remote cabins. This solar water pump can pump water from ponds or creeks. The Robison BL40D solar water pump system consists of components such as solar modules, wiring harness and aluminum mounting hardware.
An announcement was made by megabus.com on 2 December, 2009 about its participation in the Green Coach Certification Pilot Program (GCC) developed by the University of Vermont (UVM). Megabus.com has been selected to participate in this program because they offer a cheap bus express service at only $1. This program conducted as part of a research program is scheduled for two years and is expected to provide the basis for a long-term environmental certification program for the passenger transportation sector and the motorcoach industry. Green Coach Certified ecolabels are provided to the companies participating in this program and these labels can be placed on specifically qualified vehicles projecting their benefits to the environment.
Harris Interactive has conducted an online survey of 2,303 adults, between November 2 and 11, 2009, which revealed a sharp reduction of people who believe that emission of carbon-di-oxide and other gases will lead to global warming. Two years ago, 71% of people believed that global warming is due to emission of greenhouse gases and that percentage has dropped to 51% according the poll. The poll results also reveal an increase of people from 23% to 29% who do not believe that global warming is due to carbon-di-oxide emissions since 2007.
Grameen Foundation and Oxfam America have released a report that analyzes the role played by Microfinance institutions in controlling the impacts brought about by climate change on the poor people. The report titled “Climate Change and Microfinance” was written by Asif Dowla, a Professor of Economics and an expert in Microfinance from St. Mary’s College. This report highlights the most important poverty related issues that are to be discussed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference to be held in Copenhagen next week.
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