SunTrain Re-Imagines Battery Storage & Clean Energy
SunTrain is an idea that deserves serious consideration. It may seem silly at first but it is just another way of moving energy by rail.
Solar Energy
Californians Could Save $6.5 Billion With Community Solar & Storage
A new study has found that expanding community solar and storage across California could save electricity customers a staggering $6.5 billion over the next 20 years. Commissioned by the Coalition for Community Solar Access, the report by Aurora Energy Research shows that investing in 5.4 gigawatts (GW) of local solar … [continued]
Religion & Renewables In Indiana
George Lakoff, a communications strategist who advises progressives, always stresses that how an idea is framed is critical to whether it is viewed positively or negatively. If it is viewed positively, it is far more likely to be looked on favorably than if it is viewed negatively. Religion offers a … [continued]
What Happens When US Electricity Demand Craters?
CleanTechnica reader BigWu recently brought an interesting thought experiment to my mind. He brought up the ramifications for fossil fuel power sources if the economy crashes and electricity demand drops more or less commensurately. “We’re about to see US electricity demand crater due to the malignant and willful ignorance of … [continued]
How I Took My Travel Trailer All-Electric (So Far)
In another recent post, I shared what I learned from going all-electric and taking my travel trailer off-grid for a week. Now, I want to explain to readers what it took to teach my older camper new tricks. It took a surprising amount of hard, intricate work to do this, … [continued]
California Community Solar Project Will Help The Disadvantaged
Rooftop solar power is not affordable for all homeowners, and some people rent in structures where rooftop solar is not available. Community solar installations allow access for people who might not otherwise have it. It’s one of the best human uses of clean, renewable electricity. Here at Cleantechnica, we have … [continued]
There Is One Clear Winner In The Corn Vs. Solar Battle
Researchers claim putting solar on less than 4 percent of farmland used to grow corn for ethanol would benefit everyone, especially farmers.
Solar Power Surges Around The World
Solar power is experiencing strong growth in countries around the world, despite furious push back from the fossil fuel industry.
Reality Check: Can Perovskite Really Outshine Silicon PV?
Perovskite solar is getting another moment in the sun, with outlandish claims matched by a lack of global perspective on advances. It’s worth stepping carefully through the various dimensions of this photovoltaic technology, weighing what enthusiasts say against what’s demonstrably true today. In doing so, it’s obvious that perovskite’s pathway … [continued]
Top 7 Stories in the Cleantech Revolution
It’s been a busy month, and a busy year. We’ve had some great cleantech news, but also some challenging news. Below are 7 top stories to highlight this week, as well as another 20 honorable mentions. California AB 942. Ugh. This is why we can’t have nice things. California is … [continued]
