Archive for March, 2008

Exhibition seeks bids for solar panels

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

The board of governors at Exhibition Place is pushing ahead with the next phase of an ambitious solar-power project that will see the roof of the 44-year-old Better Living Centre covered with sun-catching panels.
A request for bids to install a one-megawatt solar photovoltaic system, big enough to provide electricity to about 800 […]

Solar Panels - In the U.S. city Morganton

Sunday, March 16th, 2008

MORGANTON - As gas prices soar and President George Bush says the U.S. needs to cut its dependence on oil, one couple in Morganton is doing their part. Molly Hemstreet and Francisco Risso had solar panels installed at their home and are now generating power for the city of Morganton. The system […]

How to Choose A Solar Installer

Sunday, March 9th, 2008

Before you invest in a solar electric system, put some energy into choosing a skilled solar installer. If you can’t find an installer listed in your hometown Yellow Pages, let your fingers do the walking on the Web. Home Power magazine ( www.homepower.com ) has a searchable database of renewable energy dealers and installers, organized […]