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Energy Democracy: Building a Solar Dream in a Tar Sands Nightmare
We've been looking down far too long and digging the bottom of the barrel in dirty fossil fuels. We must now turn our gaze towards the sun and realize the true energy potential that is available to us here and now. We must choose to build healthy vibrant communities...
Dominion plans three new solar farms – Richmond Times-Dispatch: Business
New solar power farms could be coming to Louisa, Powhatan and Isle of Wight counties, Dominion Virginia Power announced Thursday. Source: Dominion plans three new solar farms - Richmond Times-Dispatch: Business Note the relatively small investment compared to the ACP,...
Renewables overtake coal in the UK energy mix for the first time
Thanks to an increase in solar panels and wind turbines, as well as a particularly sunny and windy quarter, renewable energy has supplied a record 25% of the UK’s energy mix in Q2 2015, leapfrogging coal for the first time. Source: Renewables overtake coal in the UK...
Third U.S. City Goes 100% Renewable
Aspen is one of three U.S. cities to run on 100 percent renewable energy as of today, according to city officials. The Colorado mountain town is best known for its posh ski resorts, but this beautiful town also has established itself as a leader in environmental...
Firm seeking to build $35 million solar facility in Buckingham
Virginia Solar LLC is seeking to construct a $35 million solar energy facility at 623 High Rock Road in Buckingham County. The firm is seeking a special use permit from the county to construct the facility, which would include ancillary support facilities and...
Why the Saudis Are Going Solar
The fate of one of the biggest fossil-fuel producers may now depend on its investment in renewable energy. Read more.
Two Numbers: Solar Energy’s Price Drop, Ahead of Schedule, Could Help Save the Planet
Earlier this month, the White House announced the launch of a series of measures intended to make solar power more accessible to low- and middle-income households. Brian Deese, senior adviser to President Barack Obama on climate, said the administration aims to...
Dutch students reveal solar-powered family car
Dutch students have developed a new family car that is not only powered by the sun, but generates more energy than it uses. Stella Lux seats up to four people and is designed to be efficient, intelligent and comfortable. It will compete in the World Solar Challenge in...
Amazon to build VA’s largest solar farm | Construction Dive
The online retailer will use the electricity it produces to fuel its northern Virginia data centers. Source: Amazon to build VA's largest solar farm | Construction Dive another article related to Amazon fulfilling it's promise to be 100% renewable Construction Dive...
Amazon seals Accomack solar power deal
Amazon signed a deal to purchase electricity from a solar project being built in Accomack. Source: Amazon seals Accomack solar power deal Amazon seals Accomack solar power deal Carol Vaughn, DelmarvaNow 3:17 p.m. EDT June 17, 2015 A large solar energy project already...