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European Solar Incentive Cuts Initiate Global Photovoltaic Market Shift
June 22, 2011 6:33 am | News | CommentsContinued government policy adjustments are causing major shifts in the sizes, growth rates and customer segment mix of photovoltaic (PV) markets in 2011, according to the conclusions of three new Regional Downstream PV Market reports issued by Solarbuzz today.
Prestigious Cherry Award Goes to NREL Scientist
June 20, 2011 2:25 pm | by National Renewable Energy Laboratory | News | CommentsJerry Olson's idea for a multi-junction solar cell now powers spacecraft and is the basis of today's photovoltaic concentrator industry.
New Magazine Highlights Clean Energy Innovations
June 16, 2011 10:22 pm | by National Renewable Energy Laboratory | News | CommentsContinuum Magazine showcases researchers and facilities at the forefront of renewable energy and energy efficiency discovery and deployment.
How Do You Use Daylighting While Reducing Excess Heat from Windows?
June 16, 2011 4:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsOn Monday, Elizabeth discussed her south-facing windows and her difficulties balancing the nice daylighting advantages with the excess heat that can come through these windows in the summer.
Solar Oven, Take One: FAIL
June 15, 2011 8:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThe first time I ever saw solar cookers was on the news in the summer of 2009 (though that would make it their winter, as I was living in Chile at the time), as part of a development project in the north, which is mostly desert. I had no idea solar cookers were so markedly simple in all...
TI Concerto Real-time Control Microcontroller Demo
June 14, 2011 5:24 am | Videos | CommentsKeith Ogboenyiya of Texas Instruments recently stopped by the ECN offices to demonstrate the company's new C2000 Concerto dual-core microcontroller (MCU) series.
Fighting with South-Facing Windows
June 13, 2011 1:22 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsYou know, back when it was cold out (and, this being Colorado, that was last month), my south-facing windows were awesome. They let in tons of light and kept the entire place snug and warm. I barely even needed to break out the blankets!
Nextreme Wireless Power Generator Kit at Sensors Expo 2011
June 13, 2011 8:02 am | Videos | CommentsKarl von Gunten, Director of Marketing at Nextreme Thermal Solutions spends some time with ECN at Sensors Expo 2011 to demonstrate the Thermobility Wireless Power Generator and its evaluation kit with onboard energy storage
A Mentor’s Perspective on EcoCAR
June 11, 2011 10:07 am | by Pete Maloney, Mathworks, www.mathworks.com | Blogs | CommentsThe stated mission of EcoCar is to find new ways to reduce the environmental impact of motor vehicles and prepare future engineering leaders for that task by providing
What Efficiency Information Do You Look for When You Buy a Vehicle?
June 9, 2011 4:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsGasoline vehicle label
Driving Home to a Clean Energy Future
June 7, 2011 7:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsWorking here at the Department of Energy, I hear a lot about the latest efforts to design and build vehicles for a more energy-efficient future. The clean energy innovations in vehicle technologies that DOE and its partners are advancing will help American families save money at the pump...
America's Home Energy Education Challenge
June 6, 2011 9:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsEditor's Note: This entry has been cross-posted from DOE's Energy Blog.
Best for Batteries: Not Too Hot, Not Too Cold
June 4, 2011 2:23 pm | by National Renewable Energy Laboratory | News | CommentsThermal management is crucial in the development of new car batteries; NREL's Large-Volume Calorimeter helps prepare for a surge in electric vehicles.
Biden Says U.S. Will Lead Energy Revolution
June 4, 2011 2:23 pm | by National Renewable Energy Laboratory | News | CommentsNew low licensing fees, partnerships between national labs and American entrepreneurs, are key, VP says during NREL visit.
Solar and Hydrogen Car Races Spark Imaginations
June 4, 2011 2:22 pm | by National Renewable Energy Laboratory | News | CommentsFun and enthusiasm fuel competitions that are among the educational tools NREL and DOE provide to encourage students to pursue science.
How Do You Ensure You Buy an Energy Efficient Computer?
June 2, 2011 5:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsYesterday, John told you about purchasing an energy efficient netbook computer by looking for EPEAT Gold certification. ENERGY STAR® also lists computers that are more efficient to help you save energy and money.
June 2011 Supplement: Smart Grid & Alternate Energy
June 2, 2011 12:00 am | Digital Editions | CommentsCheck out the June 2011 Smart Grid & Alternate Energy supplement.
Going for the Gold (Computer), Again
June 1, 2011 1:22 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsAs I mentioned in my March 3, 2009 blog, it wasn't easy to locate and buy an EPEAT Gold desktop computer when I was in the market nearly three years ago. (For those of you new to the scene, the Green Electronics Council Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) rates...
This Month on Energy Savers: May 2011
May 31, 2011 5:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsMay went by faster than a cheetah chasing a gazelle! Spring is on our minds, and we've been talking about ways to make our commutes and vacations more efficient among other things. Here's a recap:
What Steps Do You Take to Drive Less?
May 26, 2011 4:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThis week, we discussed biking to work and other things you can do to drive less and save more.
It's Time to ACT
May 25, 2011 12:22 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsIn my November 29, 2010 and my February 15, 2011 blog postings, I described some tools and strategies based on behavioral psychology that some companies and organizations are using to encourage people to use less energy and purchase clean energy. Here's another one.
Drive Less, Save More
May 24, 2011 9:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsFor someone who works in the Vehicle Technologies Program, I actually don't spend that much time in my automobile. I usually get around using a combination of public transit, my bike, and my own two feet. But I'm an exception. In the U.S., the vehicle miles travelled per person is...
Bike to Work - or Anywhere - for Fuel Savings
May 23, 2011 1:22 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsI realized over the weekend that I missed National Bike to Work Day on Friday (and Bike to Work Week all last week), so I didn't get a chance to remind all of you blog readers to bike to work if you can! Even if you missed the national event, do some searching to see if your city has its...
How Would You Use a Smart Meter to Manage Your Energy Use?
May 19, 2011 4:24 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsOn Monday, Andrea told you about smart meters and how they can help you monitor your home's energy usage.
Making Memorial Day Plans? Be Sure They're Efficient
May 17, 2011 7:23 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsMemorial Day is coming up and there are many ways to honor the men and women who died in service to our country. You may be planning to attend a parade or ceremony, or maybe you're just planning to take a moment of silence to reflect and remember.
