Using Green Microgrids to Become Disaster Proof

A microgrid is essentially a localized electricity grid that draws energy from nearby power sources like solar, wind, and geothermal. Although these microgrids are often connected to the larger utility network, they can also disconnect and operate autonomously. Anyone...

The Rise of Remote Community Solar Gardens

We’ve talked extensively about community solar gardens in the past. Instead of financing and installing a photovoltaic (PV) installation on your own property, you can buy into a “shared” solar PV system installed somewhere else. Basically, anyone in the community can...

When Solar Energy Legislation Is Deceptive

It’s common practice to market new policies in the best light possible. In fact, many politicians use deceptively ambiguous language to hide their true intentions. Think back to George Bush’s Healthy Forest Initiative or Operation Enduring Freedom – programs that left...

Why Big Name Retailers Love Free Sunshine

Last week, we profiled Walmart – the country’s largest corporate supporter of solar power. To date, it has almost 350 photovoltaic (PV) systems installed on its stores around the nation. And these installations harness free sunshine to generate over 140 MW of clean...