Michigan Technological University adds talent to its roster of research-oriented educators in order to achieves its energy objectives. The University’s strategic initiatives include development of future energy systems, with objectives in energy generation, mitigation, materials, and production modeling. …![JoshuaPearce[1]](http://greentechnolog.com/Windows-Live-Writer/Next-generation-energy-systems-takes-res_A78B/JoshuaPearce%5B1%5D_2.jpg "JoshuaPearce[1]")
Installation of solar panels on residential roofs in the U.S. continues on a modest positive trend, while the total opportunity for rooftop solar power remains significant. However, the percentage mix of residential solar projects is falling as more industrial and commercial projects are initiated. …
DuPont has bought innovaLight.
“Innovalight has developed … patented technologies and materials that allow crystalline silicon cell manufacturers to produce solar cells with higher conversion efficiencies. “
innovaLights goal was to help manufacturers of solar cells improve the performance(higher conversion rates) of the solar cells and reduce the manufactured cost.
DuPont has bought innovaLight.
“Innovalight has developed … patented technologies and materials that allow crystalline silicon cell manufacturers to produce solar cells with higher conversion efficiencies. “
innovaLights goal was to help manufacturers of solar cells improve the performance(higher conversion rates) of the solar cells and reduce the manufactured cost.
China entrepreneur supports the UC Riverside engineering college with endowment that will foster energy research, initially in storage systems. …
The Greek austerity plan may help balance spending and debt servicing, but growth will help the country recover. Greece is positioned geographically to harvest renewable energy, demonstrating solar and wind technology leadership, and should plan accordingly. …
SCHOTT Solar and BASF have developed a new photovoltaic panel concept which is modular, lightweight, easy to install, and integrates channels with ventilation. The pan is made from the BASF resin Ultramid B and is a frameless double-glazed solar module. …
MIT scientists have found a novel way to use virus’ to improve the efficiency of PV cells. The virus’ " … perform detailed assembly work at the microscopic level … based on findings that carbon nanotubes … can enhance the efficiency of … solar cell’s surface."
Oregon has a stretch of the Corridor of the Future – at interchange of I-5 and I-205 in Oregon. Ground mounted solar panels that provide power used at the interchange.
Street sgns and utility power poles are almost everywhere. A project at The University of Nebraska is looking into ways to use wind power and solar panels on signs to power roadway lights and traffic signals. Any excess power will go into the local energy grid.