http://www.solarreviews.com/ Find solar prices from the best solar companies Solar en-us http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/our-top-5-facebook-posts Check out our Top Five Facebook Posts on Solar Energy! Wed, 30 Jan 2013 01:14:49 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/what-if-solar-were-on-every-roof What if solar were on every roof? Check out this infographic to get the answer. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 02:35:19 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/are-microinverters-a-good-idea-for-solar-power-systems Get the latest solar energy and solar power news. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 07:50:09 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-reviews-important-to-the-development-of-the-solar-energy-industry-in-the-usa Solar Reviews is driving higher customer satisfaction in the solar industry by giving customers the benefit of other consumers experiences with solar companies and solar panels Wed, 30 Jan 2013 15:32:19 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/who-pays-for-solar-power We wrote before about an upcoming study from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to determine the overall cost-benefit of installing solar. Mon, 06 May 2013 17:10:31 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/net-zero-school-pays-off Net-zero school pays off. See how Richardsville Elementary sets the standard with its electricity generator . Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:40:14 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/why-is-a-solar-analysis-necessary A solar analysis also provides the opportunity for both the homeowners and the solar power analyst to ask questions. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:12:39 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/will-solar-be-shut-out-of-prop-39-funds Last November, California voters overwhelmingly supported Proposition 39. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:05:38 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/baffling-reaction-to-buffets-big-solar-buy As posted on SolarReviews Facebook page, Warren Buffet recently announced that his company would be investing $2.5 billion on solar projects in the U.S. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:00:15 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-power-facts The U.S. solar energy industry now employs over 100,000 people. Read more solar power facts now. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:25:38 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/energy-generation-costs-revisited Run on Sun rexamines the cost of new energy generation in this blog post. Read on to find out more! Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:32:37 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-solar-energy With solar, there's no acid rain, no urban smog, no pollution of any kind. Check out this awesome infographic! Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:26:02 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/half-way-there:-renewables-49-percent-of-2012-new-capacity If you are a solar supporter you have no doubt heard criticism from some that solar specifically - and renewables generally - aren't Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:19:37 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/types-of-solar-pv-panels Check out this infographic on the different types of solar pv panels. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:06:34 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/imagine-if-solar-power-grew-as-fast-as-facebook Imagine if Solar Power Grew as Fast as Facebook, it would only take 4.7 years to power the entire world with solar energy. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 04:49:14 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/crowdsourcing-solar-energy A crowdsourced financial model has the potential to connect people in entirely new ways and build a major swell of support for solar energy. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 04:46:15 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/top-chinese-manufacturers-will-produce-solar-panels-for-42-cents-per-watt-in-2015 Top Chinese Manufacturers Will Produce Solar Panels for 42 Cents per Watt in 2015 Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:41:53 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/2013-photovoltaic-projects-of-distinction-award Check out the winners of the 2013 Photovoltaic Projects of Distinction Award. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:34:10 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/is-solar-power-a-dying-industry The cost of solar panels continues to fall, while incentives and financing options make solar power easier and more affordable for consumers. Sat, 09 Feb 2013 18:26:27 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/what-is-solar-energy Read the SolarReviews quick tip on what is solar energy, how solar power works and why it is beneficial. Mon, 11 Feb 2013 18:14:39 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solarreviews-is-a-new-consumer-reviews-website-designed-to-improve-the-solar-experience-for-consumers-and-installers SolarReviews is a New Consumer Reviews Website Designed to Improve the Solar Experience for Consumers and Installers. Mon, 11 Feb 2013 19:03:06 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/germany-has-more-solar-power-because-everyone-wins The real reason Germany dominates in solar (and wind) is their commitment to democratizing energy. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:55:06 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/home-solar-power-systems-offer-great-returns-when-analyzed-properly Learn in this post how to properly analyze and calculate your return when investing in a home solar power system. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:27:37 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/paperwork-a-drag-on-the-adoption-of-home-solar-power-systems By lowering the burden of regulation, which keeps the cost of solar installations artificially high, the solar industry can continue to expand… Read more. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:28:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/100-gw-of-solar-pv-now-installed-in-the-world-today Cumulative global installed solar PV capacity has topped the 100 GW milestone. Read more to see stats on the adoption of solar worldwide. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:53:52 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/a-guide-to-solar-light,-heat,-and-energy Here's some consolidated solar energy facts well worth reading on solar panels, solar pv and much more! Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:49:09 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-power:-a-new-standard-of-living Is solar power the new standard way of living? Read more on how solar power makes a difference. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:09:47 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/googles-green-side-includes-solar-power Check out this amazing infographic that outlines Google's green side including their push for solar power. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:09:26 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/six-reasons-why-diy-solar-is-not-recommended DIY solar may seem like a great, cost effective way to go, but here are six reasons why you shouldn't go that route along with recommended next steps! Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:08:59 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/how-the-weather-affects-solar-panel-performance Learn whether or not your solar panels can survive snow, hail, rain and fog. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:29:11 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/the-best-type-of-solar-panels-to-use-in-your-home Great article with tips on how to choose the best brand of solar panels for your home. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:22:47 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/calculating-how-much-your-solar-power-system-is-saving-you-each-quarter How to calculate How Much Your Solar Power System is Saving You | Solar Power Blog Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:20:50 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/why-is-solar-power-production-higher-in-the-summertime Read more on why Solar Power production is higher in the summertime! Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:56:43 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/information-and-education-about-the-rebates-for-solar-energy Get more information on solar energy rebates and how they are set up. Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:19:00 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/how-things-fail-(part-1) Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:45:31 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solars-Momentum-Faces-Opposition-from-Fossil-Fueled-Legislation Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 20:05:34 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-reaching-parity-with-other-energy-sources-say-new-reports Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:32:21 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/three-states-now-have-more-than-1-gigawatt-of-solar-installed Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:27:10 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/does-the-recent-price-increase-in-pv-solar-panels-indicate-a-reversing-trend Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:27:36 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/san-rafael-leads-three-counties-in-solar-group-purchasing-project Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:48:40 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/lakewood-becomes-latest-community-to-achieve-solar-friendly-community-status Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:02:13 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/how-things-fail-(part-2):-a-commercial-disaster-waiting-to-happen Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:44:35 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/georgia-legislature-introduces-late-bill-to-allow-solar-leases,-ppas Georgia’s legislature introduced a new bill, HB 657, The Rural Georgia Economic Recovery and Solar Resource Act of 2013 on Friday. The bill would allow third-party ownership of solar in the Peach State. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:58:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/nrg-brings-solar-to-rooftops NRG Energy, which is building some of the largest solar power plants in the world in the U.S., is also looking at solar on a much smaller scale. Rather quietly last year, the company started offering residential leasing systems in a number of markets Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:06:59 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-power-will-surpass-wind-coal-to-become-second-highest-in-nation By the end of 2013, solar power is expected to add more electricity to the U.S. grid than all other power sources except natural gas Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:38:52 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/monarch-power-introduces-solar-flower-power-with-lotus-mobile-pv-system Photovoltaics mimic photosynthesis in a way by making power from the sun, so why shouldn’t they imitate the forms they borrowed their purpose from—plants. That may by the thinking behind Monarch Power’s new Lotus Mobile photovoltaic (PV) solar array Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:39:16 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-powered-zoos-gain-popularity,-increase-solar-visibility Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:48:03 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/on-a-wing-and-a-ray,-solar-impulse-prepares-to-fly-across-us-on-pv-alone-3-28-13 Solar Impulse, the first manned airplane to fly 24 hours on solar power alone, and to make a multi-national journey, has met the press in the US as it prepares to fly across the U.S. in May. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:21:12 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/san-antonio-gears-up-for-solar-tour-in-april-32913 Solar San Antonio is hosting a solar tour in April. The tour features installations by 15 local solar installers who will showcase a total of 18 installations in the greater San Antonio area. Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:08:38 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/saving-teachers-jobs-one-solar-panel-at-a-time As teachers' jobs are in jeopardy and classroom sizes increase, school districts are looking for creative ways to tackle budget cuts. Some schools have turned to solar power, and their future is looking bright. Tue, 21 May 2013 15:25:42 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solarcity-will-install-solar-systems-at-22-walgreens-stores-across-colorado Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:07:31 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/new-york-installing-solar-at-a-rapid-pace-4-1-13 Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces $46 million for solar photovoltaic projects. The awards support 76 solar photovoltaic projects totaling 52 megawatts of new solar power in the state. The awards were made through the NY-Sun Competitive PV Program Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:59:09 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/we-want-more-solar-say-overwhelming-number-of-us-residents-in-gallup-poll A new poll by Gallup finds that across the US more citizens want more emphasis on domestically produced solar, wind and natural-gas fired electricity. Guess which option was the most popular—solar, by an overwhelming 76 percent. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:32:19 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/georgia-moves-forward-with-asi-to-add-210-mws-of-solar-4-3-13 Georgia’s rural homes and businesses have a better opportunity than ever before to install photovoltaics. The whole Peach State is starting to realize the importance of solar as shown by the rapid fulfillment of the Georgia Power Advanced Solar Initiati Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:18:34 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-power-and-other-green-industries-form-marketing-partnerships Many companies have started to see how solar power can benefit their businesses in ways beyond simply powering their facilities. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:46:35 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-companies-focus-on-customers-first,-technology-second Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:54:33 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/evs-and-pvs-a-match-made-for-each-other-4-4-13 Interest in electric cars and vehicles, often called EVs is growing as is interest in solar and photovoltaics for homeowners, and at least two recent studies show that an owner of one is more likely to become an owner of the other to reduce fuel use. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:35:06 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/smart-money-swings-to-storage As conventional solar manufacturers—be they panel (Suntech) or inverter (Satcon)—become less attractive investments, more smart money is moving toward energy storage. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:47:17 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/nrg-introducing-solar-with-battery-storage-for-homeowners-4-5-13 Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 22:58:03 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/new-bill-would-expand-clean-energy-in-rural-colorado-areas Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:37:36 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/clean-power-finance-gets-37-million-to-support-growth-from-edison-international-others-4-8-13 Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:41:07 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/the-solar-shakeout-is-the-industry-ready-4-9-13 The past few years have seen some spectacular flameouts in the solar energy industry. Many of these companies were casualties of market glutted with more modules than demand, forcing them to slash prices, but this may also be a turning point. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:46:14 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/reviews-website-helps-consumers-find-the-right-solar-installer Consumer reviews website dedicated to the solar industry helps consumers find the best solar installer to meet their needs. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:43:02 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/nrel-building-confidence-in-solar-pv-with-new-database-4-10-13 NREL yesterday introduced the Open Solar Performance and Reliability Clearinghouse (O-SPaRC). The initiative will create an open-source database that shows the real-world performance data from solar facilities across the country. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:52:55 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/what-will-it-take-for-solar-power-to-become-mainstream Solar energy is on the brink of a mainstream breakthrough. But what will it ultimately take to catapult solar from an alternative energy source into the mainstream energy sector? Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:36:55 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/obama-budget-proposal-calls-for-nearly-1b-in-clean-energy-spending-4-11-13 President Barack Obama sent his proposed budget for the fiscal year 2014. In it he called for nearly $1 billion ($989 million) in spending to support deployment and long-term development in the clean energy industries. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:46:34 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/the-higher-power-of-solar-(houses-of-worship-increasingly-turn-to-solar)-4-12-13 Across the US a growing number of houses of worship are putting their faith in the sun and going solar. Most recently Solis Partners in New Jersey finished a 77 kilowatt PV array on Our Lady of Good Counsel. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:16:41 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/march-milestone-for-solar-energy For the first time ever, solar accounted for all new utility electricity capacity added to the U.S. grid during the month of March. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:31:45 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/investing-in-solar-trumps-home-improvements-buying-a-car A survey of Massachusetts homeowners revealed that 70 percent believe solar is a better investment than home improvements and buying a car. Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:20:32 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/national-parks-turn-to-the-sun-for-power-needs-4-15-13 An increasing number of America's national parks are looking to the sun to provide their electricity, and as park budgets get tighter, more may consider the long-term energy cost protection that solar offers over other energy sources. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:05:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/mandate-requires-solar-on-new-homes-could-expedite-nationwide-adoption Solar systems will be required on new single-family homes in Lancaster, California starting in January of 2014. The mandate could help accelerate the adoption of solar energy across the U.S. if more cities follow suit. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:39:30 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/kiva-makes-microfinancing-for-solar-energy-available-in-developing-nations-4-16-13 The nonprofit is increasing support of renewable energy microfinance programs where people can invest as little as $25 to support citizens in some of Kiva’s 67 countries. The microfinancing organization says its supported 918,735 lenders since it starte Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:44:37 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/uss-solar-decathlon-readies-for-its-first-road-trip-4-17-13 The world’s first Solar Decathlon was held in Washington, DC, on the National Mall, nation’s front yard, in 2002. Now the US Solar Decathlon is taking its first road trip, landing in Orange County Great Park in Irvine, Calif. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:54:38 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/New-Map-Shows-Solar-Jobs-Growing-4-18-13 Thanks to The Solar Foundation (TSF) people can now learn more about the solar industry in the their backyard. Today (April 18) TSF introduced a new interactive map that showcases the nearly 120,000 jobs in the US’s booming solar industry in 2012. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:09:51 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/anonymous-donors-fund-solar-projects-across-the-U.S. 'Solar fairies' anonymously fund solar projects at K-12 schools, universities and municipalities across the nation. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:53:40 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Boulder-EnergySmart-helps-10000-residents-reduce-electric-4-19-13 One of the best ways to go solar for less is by first reducing energy use. That’s the thinking behind the successful EnergySmart program in Boulder County, CO, which earlier this week, which announced that it has enrolled 10,000 residential customers. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:59:28 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/hoas-fight-solar-and-homeowners-fight-back Across the nation, HOAs are fighting solar on the grounds of aesthetics, and even suing homeowners for installing solar and forcing them to remove their systems. New laws are now limiting the HOAs' power to prohibit residential solar. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:53:45 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Denver-Earth-Day-Perfectly-Soggy-4-22-13 Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:29:44 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Woodchuck-Solar-Orchard-4-22-13 Vermont Hard Cider Company’s new solar orchard, features 26 of AllEarth Renewable’s AllSun Trackers. The roughly 147 kilowatt array will allow Woodchuck to source around 40 percent of its overall energy use from a number of renewable sources. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:29:00 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/EPA-Updates-Top-50-Green-Energy-Users-4-23-13 Every year more and more businesses are using solar, wind and other green energy sources to offset their carbon footprint as much as possible, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Partnership Top 50 list, updated last week. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:22:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/NYC-Solar-Rooftop-Growth-Explosion-4-23-13 By the end of 2012, the amount of rooftop solar photovoltaic installations in New York City had boomed to 14 megawatts from 5.5 megawatts at the end of 2011—an increase of 8.5 megawatts in a year. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:05:56 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Coal-to-Clean-Energy-March-Highlights-New-Solar-Plant-on-Tribal-Land Native American tribe marches 16 miles on Earth Day to raise awareness for the solar energy plant that will replace the current coal-fired power plant that has plagued their community for nearly 50 years. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:12:14 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SunEdison-Foxconn-Manufacture-PV-Mexico-4-24-13 SunEdison, one of the companies that sparked the third-party ownership revolution with businesses, announced yesterday that it partnered with Foxconn Technology to produce photovoltaics (PV) in Juarez, Mexico. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:09:09 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Google-New-Way-Buy-Clean-Energy-Expands-NC-Facility-4-24-13 Google introduced a new white paper on establishing renewable energy tariffs for large businesses, it also announced plans to expand its Lenoir, NC, datacenter, where it is working with Duke Energy to put the first such tariff in place. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:23:10 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/renova-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Renova Solar has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:01:49 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Google-Cisco-Coolest-IT-Companies-Greenpeace-4-25-13 Greenpeace unveiled its sixth Cool IT Leaderboard. It evaluates companies based on their efforts to reduce climate change both within their own power and by using their influence to advocate for clean energy like solar, wind and more. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:30:12 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Walmart-expand-solar-wind-bottom-line-4-25-13 Walmart cashed in on Earth Day when it released its global responsibility report following on the announcement last week that the company would increase it’s procurement or production of renewable energy to 7 billion kilowatt hours annually by 2020. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:28:27 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/cosmic-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is pleased to announce that Cosmic Solar of San Diego has earned the desirable status of 2013 SolarReviews Pre-Screened Solar Pro Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:20:51 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Mosaic-Solar-Project-Funds-From-Golden-State-Garden-State-4-26-13 Mosaic launched its biggest public solar investment opportunity yet. It opened up a nearly $700,000 round of financing to Californians to support its 487 kilowatt project at the Wildwoods Convention Center in Wildwood, NJ. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:55:50 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/IBM-concentrating-solar-desalinization-Swiss-4-26-13 IBM partnered with Airlight Energy, ETH Zurich and Interstate University of Applied Sciences Buchs NTB. The group recently won a three-year, $2.4 million grant to develop low-cost high-concentration photovoltaic thermal (HCPVT) systems. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:05:33 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/ferc-says-solar-protects-grid-from-attack Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:00:11 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/First-megawatt-AVSP-worlds-largest-installed SolarPower, MidAmerican Renewables and Southern California Edison held a ground-breaking ceremony this past Friday (April 26) for the Antelope Valley Solar Projects in California. Together they comprise 579 megawatts, the world's largest PV projects. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:19:02 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Report-Anticipates-220-Gigawatts-Distributed-Solar-by-2018-4-29-13 A recent Navigant Research report anticipates that the world will add 220 new gigawatts of distributed solar photovoltaics by 2018 as solar comes into parity with other energy sources, creating $540.3 billion in revenue in the process. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:41:08 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/colored-solar-panels-address-concerns-of-aesthetics-historic-preservation Colored PV solar panels made in Ventura, California perform between 15 and 16 percent efficiency with textured designs to blend into hillsides and a variety of rooftop shingles. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:41:33 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Verizon-adds-solar-and-fuel-cells-to-power-mix-4-30-13 Verizon will add in more than 10 megawatts of solar photovoltaics (PVs) and fuel cells to its energy mix at 19 locations across the US, by the end of 2013. The effort is part of the company’s work to add more green energy to its operations. Wed, 01 May 2013 22:31:09 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/save-a-lot-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Save a Lot Solar has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:28:40 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-Incentives-Popularity-Colorado-Brings-Xcel-SEIA-COSEIA-Together Xcel's SolarRewards program for small solar systems is fully subscribed for 2013. Xcel's working with SEIA and COSEIA to expand it through the rest of the year and into 2014. Thu, 02 May 2013 23:07:42 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Boulder-first-community-solar-project-up-5-1-13 Clean Energy Collective’s 500 kilowatt community solar garden, the Boulder Cowdery Meadows Solar Array in South Boulder County, CO, is now switched on and providing energy for its subscribers. Thu, 02 May 2013 15:56:19 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Amonix-Pushes-CPV-Efficiency-Record-Higher-5-1-13 Amonix, which makes concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems, has once again broke a world record for real world efficiency testing. In real-world testing the company’s latest CPV technology reached a peak conversion efficiency of 36.2 percent at NREL Thu, 02 May 2013 16:08:40 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Bill-Expanding-Renewables-Rural-Colorado-Awaits-Governor-Signature-5-2-13 Colorado’s set to expand the amount of renewable energy in the state once again now that Colorado Senate Bill 252 passed Colorado’s House of Representatives. The bill passed through the House and Senate—it now heads to Gov. John Hickenlooper’s (D) Thu, 02 May 2013 21:16:23 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Massachusetts-Passes-Solar-Goalssets-new-ones-5-2-13 Massachusetts now has 250 megawatts of solar energy installed, according to Gov. Deval Patrick. It’s a significant number for such a small state, particularly a northeastern one, and even more significant because it reached its goal—four years early! Mon, 06 May 2013 17:21:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/california-sun-systems-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that California Sun Systems has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Thu, 02 May 2013 21:54:57 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/contaminated-lands-become-more-attractive-for-solar-projects The EPA's Re-Powering America's Lands initiative has resulted in 217 megawatts of clean energy on landfills and brownfield sites. The proposed 2,700 megawatt Westlands Solar Park in California hopes to be constructed on contaminated land in California. Fri, 03 May 2013 17:52:19 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/positive-energy-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Positive Energy Solar has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Fri, 03 May 2013 17:25:29 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SunPower-First-Quarter-Outshines-5-3-13 SunPower’s first quarter 2013 results were much better than expected. The company's $635 million in revenue for the first quarter far surpassed its revenue of $494.1 million in the first quarter of 2012. Mon, 06 May 2013 21:33:32 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-A-Top-10-Disruptive-Technology-5-3-13 In a forthcoming report Citigroup is naming what it’s calling the top 10 disruptive technologies. This year solar makes the list for its “Moore's-law-esque cost decline rate.” Wed, 08 May 2013 20:21:11 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/green-conception-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Green Conception has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Fri, 03 May 2013 23:14:46 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Anti-Solar-Bill-North-Carolina-Moves-Forward-5-6-13 A contested bill in North Carolina that would repeal the state’s renewable portfolio standard is moving forward despite what appeared to be committee that voted against it. The bill was moved out of the Senate Finance Committee by Bill Rabon and Bob Ruc Mon, 06 May 2013 23:19:19 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/benefits-of-grid-tied-and-off-grid-solar-power-systems When going solar, it is important to weigh the pros and cons of grid-tied solar power systems and off-grid systems, in order to select the solar power option that is right for you. Mon, 06 May 2013 22:49:41 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-Could-Upend-Major-California-Utility-5-6-13 Based on the falling costs of solar and rising electric prices, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), one of the largest utilities in the country, which serves northern California, may not be able to compete with residential solar soon. Thu, 09 May 2013 17:03:58 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/First-Solar-1Q-2013-results-underwhelm-5-7-13 First Solar reported its results for the first quarter of 2013 yesterday (May 6) and while the company’s results were positive with diluted earnings per share of 66 cents, the results did not live up to the company’s bullish guidance issued in April. Tue, 07 May 2013 20:44:50 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/San-Antonio-Get-a-Nearly-Free-PV-system-5-7-13 Solar San Antonio, a local solar advocacy organization operating in and near San Antonio, Texas, is raffling off a 4.8 kilowatt solar photovoltaic array. The organization is raffling off 250, $75 tickets for a PV array valued at $16,500. Thu, 09 May 2013 16:53:55 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/electric-utilities-if-you-cant-beat-renewables-join-them Customer-owned distributed solar power is changing the utility model. As a result, some utility experts predict the demise of electric utilities. But if utility companies can't beat clean energy, why not join them? Thu, 09 May 2013 17:41:26 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Admirals-Bank-Expands-Support-Solar-New-Lending-Solarize-5-8-13 Based on the success of last year, the Boston, Mass.-based Admirals Bank is participating in both Solarize Connecticut and Solarize Massachusetts. Mon, 13 May 2013 16:44:56 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Large-Solar-Cost-Competitive-Oregon-5-8-13 The new VISOR “Vision to Integrate Solar in Oregon” report finds that large-scale solar installations are now cost competitive with some other forms of energy, like fossil fuel. But the report also points out that significant market barriers remain. Thu, 09 May 2013 17:30:54 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/energy-concepts-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Energy Concepts has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Wed, 08 May 2013 21:14:55 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SolarCity-Sues-Treasury-Over-1603-Payments-5-9-13 SolarCity Alleges Treasury Paying Less Than Promised Following Demise of 1603 Fri, 10 May 2013 16:32:21 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Silicon-Wafers-PV-to-Grow-2013-5-9-13 Silicon wafer manufacturers are increasing production by 19 percent in 2013 compared to last year. The anticipated growth is coming even though a glut in PV modules still exists. Fri, 10 May 2013 22:35:34 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/jamar-power-systems-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Jamar Power Systems has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers Fri, 10 May 2013 21:18:53 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-under-assault-Louisiana-5-10-13 Lousiaana HB 705 would phase out the state’s solar and wind tax credits by 2020 has moved forward. While that bill might make some sense, other bills, like a bill to eliminate tax credits immediately seem to be drastic measures that would gut solar. Fri, 10 May 2013 22:45:03 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SolarStrong-Takes-24MWs-Hawaii-5-10-13 SolarStrong, a $1 billion partnership between SolarCity, Bank of America Merrill Lynch to build out 300 megawatts of solar photovoltaics at military housing across the U.S. broke ground on its largest project to date Wed, 15 May 2013 16:21:46 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/sunstore-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Sunstore Solar has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Fri, 10 May 2013 18:38:06 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/fracking-and-solar-friends-foes-or-the-bridge-to-clean-energy-adoption Fracking has been widely criticized by environmentalists for its water pollution and methane leakage. But some clean energy experts say fracking is a bridge to our clean energy future, and even essential to the widespread adoption of renewable energy. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:19:55 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Rates-Keep-Solar-Going-After-Incentives-End-5-13-13 A new GTM Research white paper looks around the corner to discuss how the market is changing and how rate structures can help ensure that the solar industry doesn’t disappear when today’s incentive programs do. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:38:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-installers-fight-IOU-with-TASC-5-13-13 The attacks on net-metering and other provisions that make it easier for home and business owners are increasing. To push back against this a group of solar rooftop installers have come together as The Alliance for Solar Choice (TASC). Wed, 15 May 2013 16:59:20 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SolarCity-Reports-First-Ever-First-Quarter-5-14-13 SolarCity reported its first-ever first quarter earnings report since becoming publicly traded in late 2012. Overall, the company had a net loss of $31 million on $30 million in revenue for the quarter, produced a loss per share of 41 cents. Thu, 16 May 2013 17:37:43 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Massachusetts-Towns-Lower-Costs-With-PV-5-14-13 By this summer at least three town governments in Massachusetts will be getting cheaper electric old landfills as stinky eyesores to money savers since they’ve decided to convert them to photovoltaic farms. Thu, 16 May 2013 18:18:33 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/ameco-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Ameco Solar has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:00:38 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-energy-spills-cause-impressive-light-shows As opposed to oil spills and nuclear accidents, the worst consequence of a solar energy spill is radio interference—and an impressive display of the Northern lights. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:43:52 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Earl-Solar-Wanderlust-Hiker-Technophile-5-15-13 There’s no shortage of solar chargers for hikers or adventurers, but a new crowdfunding campaign is supporting a new tablet designed specifically for outdoors adventure and it’s got solar baked in. This is Earl, a backcounty survival tablet. Thu, 16 May 2013 18:12:40 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Marthas-Vineyard-Cape-Cod-Going-Solar-5-15-13 Rockland Capital has raised $120 million in financing to support solar installations in nine towns along Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts. The financing will allow Broadway Electrical to install more than 37 megawatts of solar projects. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:04:43 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/el-paso-green-energies-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that El Paso Green Energies has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:20:48 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/San-Antonio-Solar-Fans-Delay-SunCredit-5-16-13 The name SunCredit sounds like it should be a solar-friendly policy. But sun-loving denizens of San Antonio, Texas, apparently weren’t happy with it and, led by Solar San Antonio, forced the local utility CPS Energy to shelve the controversial program. Thu, 16 May 2013 19:53:33 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SolarCity-Goldman-Sachs-Launch-500M-Fund-Rooftop-Solar-5-16-13 SolarCity and Goldman Sachs have upped the game, with a new record for rooftop solar financing. Tue, 21 May 2013 15:39:04 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/increasing-solar-efficiency-new-solar-technology-on-the-horizon New technology may increase the efficiency of photovoltaic solar cells. Fri, 17 May 2013 17:19:47 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/tapping-las-solar-potential Los Angeles has tremendous, untapped potential for solar growth; the rooftops in LA alone could support some 5,500 MW of solar power. Fri, 17 May 2013 17:30:55 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-Energy-Experts-Praise-Confirmation-Moniz-Energy-Secretary-5-17-13 The U.S. Senate confirmed his replacement, Professor Ernest Moniz, a former Energy Department undersecretary Ernest Moniz, who has led MIT’s Energy Initiative. The unanimous confirmation vote Senate shows bipartisan support for DOE. Mon, 20 May 2013 23:21:47 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/beyond-electricity-photovoltaics-harvest-sun-and-rain Rooftop solar photovoltaics go a step beyond electricity, offering a means for collecting rainwater. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:56:39 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Permitting-Processes-can-Reduce-home-solar-Costs-5-17-13 A report released by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBL) looks at how the permitting process can impact the costs and time it takes to install solar. The report shows that city-level permitting processes can impact on solar costs. Tue, 21 May 2013 16:50:31 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/lake-skinner-swells-with-solar-powered-boats-during-annual-solar-cup Students from Southern California high schools compete in the nation's largest solar-powered boat competition. Mon, 20 May 2013 20:49:14 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-energy-services-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Solar Energy Services has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:57:58 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/GMP-NRG-to-develop-Community-Solar-Rutland-5-20-13 Green Mountain Power (GMP) and NRG Residential Solar Solutions have announced a new partnership to develop two community solar projects in Rutland, Vermont. Fri, 24 May 2013 21:15:14 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Brazil-Prepares-2014-World-Cup-7-Solar-Stadiums-5-20-13 As soccer-loving Brazil preps for hosting FIFA’s World Cup in 2014 at least seven of its stadiums are incorporating solar arrays to provide on-site power generation for one of the world’s largest sporting events. At least two were recently completed. Fri, 24 May 2013 20:00:41 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/US-EU-China-Solar-PV-Trade-Disputes-5-21-13 The US Department of Commerce imposed antidumping and countervailing duties on Chinese silicon photovoltaic imports. The EU is on the eve of establishing tariffs on Chinese imports, China, the EU and the US are working together to avoid further disputes. Fri, 24 May 2013 20:48:16 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/SunRun-VP-Net-Metering-Attacks-Rooftop-Solar-Fighting-5-21-13 Rooftop solar is taking off across the US, and it’s starting to scare the utilities. SunRun Vice President Bryan Millerdiscusses with SolarReviews how and why utilities feel threatened by net-metering and distributed generation policies. Wed, 22 May 2013 23:35:05 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/gms-commitment-to-solar-going-strong Across the globe, GM has already installed 37 MW of solar, and plans to reach 60 MW by 2015. After joining the SEIA in February, the auto manufacturer's commitment to solar is stronger than ever before. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:00:38 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Starwood-Starts-Solar-Evolution-Virgin-Islands-5-22-13 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., which owns over 1,100 high-end hotels and resorts including the W, Sheraton and Westin brands, has partnered with NRG Energy to install solar. Already, NRG will install nearly 3 megawatts of PV at three locations Fri, 24 May 2013 21:36:44 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Xcel-Tackles-Beetle-Kill-Trees-Colorado-Biogas-5-22-13 Colorado’s pine and spruce forests are being devastated by beetles that bore under their bark, reproducing and spreading tree-killing fungi offering ready fuel for wildfires—or perhaps electricity. That’s the aim of a new pilot project announced by Fri, 24 May 2013 22:16:11 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Home-Solar-Installations-Massachusetts-Quadruple-Two-Years-5-23-13 Homeowners in Massachusetts are going solar in a big way. The commonwealth’s solar market is moving along at a good clip and the state’s already looking at its renewable energy goals in the rear-view mirror as it drives for more. Fri, 24 May 2013 20:09:37 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Solar-PV-Market-Recovering-2015-Booming-2018-Lux-5-23-13 Solar photovoltaic manufacturers must be starting to breathe again. A growing body of evidence shows that the tide is changing. Case in point, a new report from Lux Research anticipates that the solar market will recover by 2015 and grow to $155 billion. Thu, 23 May 2013 21:54:08 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/sunspot-solar-energy-systems-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Sunspot Solar Energy Systems has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Fri, 24 May 2013 15:26:08 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Low-Income-Residents-Harrisonburg-get-Solar-Makeover-5-24-13 Earlier this week the Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority and Secure Futures, LLC, said they partnered to install a 34 kilowatt solar photovoltaic array at the Polly Lineweaver low-income housing apartment owned by the city. Fri, 24 May 2013 17:30:13 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-energy-can-save-soldiers-lives The use of solar power on battlefields can save soldiers’ lives by reducing the need for fuel resupply missions and reducing the chance of enemy attacks on fuel convoys. Fri, 24 May 2013 19:57:12 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/Tribes-go-Solar-With-DOE-5-24-13 Read the latest solar energy news and get tips on going solar on the SolarReviews blog. Fri, 24 May 2013 20:22:17 GMT http://www.solarreviews.com/blog/enchanted-solar-recognized-as-2013-solarreviews-pre-screened-solar-pro SolarReviews is proud to announce that Enchanted Solar has earned the designation of Pre-Screened Solar Pro, an achievement that is earned by less than 20 percent of solar installers. Fri, 24 May 2013 22:45:19 GMT