Solar panels are eco-friendly and cost-effective. Once installed, you’ll never worry about maintenance as it only requires a little. Plus, you also minimize your carbon footprint as it doesn’t pollute the environment. And since it’s sustainable and renewable, we’ll never run out of it as long as there is sun. So imagine the majority of us switch into solar? Here is an infographic that illustrates the Photovoltaic History, honoring the famous scientists and the breakthroughs they did. ...
The year 2015 has paved the way for much success at DBM Solar. DBM Solar is comprised of a team of experienced designers with over 20 years of combined photovoltaic and solar thermal experience. We offer custom turn-key design sets of the highest standards. Other core services include financial and production modeling, shading analyses, 3D presentation models, feasibility and consulting services, and DAS design. We have achieved new heights with the support and hard work of our team and in thanks to our loyal clients. Earlier this year, we added to our list of accomplishments by receiving the prestigious NABCEP PV Certification. NABCEP was founded in 2002 as a non-profit 501(c)(6) corporation. Their mission is “to support, and work with, the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries, professionals, and stakeholders to develop and implement quality credentialing and certification programs for practitioners.” The new year brings so much hope for new technology development to help improve the quality of life and better the environment. What makes our field so enjoyable is being able to bring our clients and our community a sustainable output that will increase savings in energy while helping preserve our precious resources. For 2016, we hope to challenge the solar design industry and to continually improve design efficiencies. We wish everyone a prosperous new year. It is indeed a time for new chances and new beginnings. Let this year be a chance to take another step towards positive impacts and a better...
The World Congress on Sustainable Technologies (“COST”) is an integrative conference, which puts together efforts throughout the engineering, social and natural sciences. COST promotes the development and dissemination of new information regarding sustainable technologies and their impact on the environment. This year’s COST will be held from December 14 to 16 at Heathrow Windsor Marriott Hotel, Ditton Road, Langley in London, United Kingdom. It will present various prospects for reflection and collaboration, which could be of vital importance in improving the foundation and competence for organization, and application of art, technology, and science in sustainability. COST fuses together the academe and the industry by promoting awareness regarding new and modern improvements in sustainable technologies. During the conference, topics regarding all aspects of sustainable energies and technologies will be discussed and encouraged. They will be divided into seven general areas. Sustainable Energy Technologies Renewable Energy Managements, Economics and Environmental Impact Education Green Computing Sustainable Building Design Sustainability and Policy Waste Management Sustainable Energy Technologies Nanotechnology in Energy New Enabling Technologies Power Electronics and Energy Conversion Energy Harvesting Energy Efficiency in Utilization Off-Grid Isolated Energy Systems Renewable Energy Managements, Economics and Environmental Impact Climate Change Sustainable Waste Management Technologies Energy from Waste Pollution Prevention Environmental Policies and Planning Hazardous Chemical Education E-Society Education and Training Environmental Education Green Computing Technology as Green Enablers Advanced IT energy-aware technologies Smart Grid Applications Green Computing Geo-Energy Power Aware Networking E-Cycling Sustainable Building Design Photovoltaics and Solar Thermal Building Design an System New Building Materials and Recycling Creative Industries Sustainability and Policy Sustainable Technology Program Sustainable Applications Sustainable Innovations Sustainable Development Policy Waste Management Waste...
Twelfth of October welcomes Columbus Day. Known for wild travels, intentional or not, Christopher Columbus is credited for opening up a new trade channel between the Americas and Europe. In recognition of days that inspire minds to explore, let’s take a historical look at discoveries and innovations in energy. Coal Coal is among the most abundant sources of energy and it currently generates up to 40 percent of the world’s electricity. While there is no definitive answer as to when coal was first discovered, few archaeological pieces of evidence suggest that it has been used for light and heat in China as back as 3,000 years ago. However, it wasn’t until the 1880’s when it was first used to generate electricity for homes and various establishments. Hydropower Hydropower is energy harnessed from the gravitational force of flowing water. The production of electrical power depends on the force or current of water. Currently, hydroelectricity generates around 2.8 percent of our country’s power. (Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration Annual Energy Review 2009) The modern hydropower turbine started in the mid-1700’s. It was conceptualized when Bernard Forest de Bélidor – a French engineer – wrote his most famous book L’architecture hydraulique. In the following years, turbine’s evolution remained consistent, providing more efficiency and usage. This includes Lester Allan Pelton’s invention of the Pelton Water Wheel in the late 1870s. Solar Energy Among the renewable energy sources with the most potential is solar. It’s clean, safe, cost-effective, and abundant. As of 2015, our country has over 20 gigawatts of solar panels operating – enough to energize up to 4.6 million homes. But we...
Power generation through solar energy is gaining ground in the world market. More and more people are now investing their time, money and efforts towards studying solar energy and masses are embracing the possibilities and positive benefits of natural energies. Green World Conference will hold Solar Tech U.S. Conference October 1-2, 2015. The conference promotes the exploration and use of solar energy as a source of power and electricity. Solar tech experts, as well as individuals from the government, business and energy sectors, will be attending the event. Displays from smart grid professionals, financial managers and end users of solar energy products will also be available. Topics of discussion will cover solar power inverter innovations, large-scale solar developments, updates on solar-thermal technology, as well as education about ongoing researches and development. PV installation Solar feasibility studies Building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) Concentrated solar power (CSP) Concentrator photovoltaic (CPV) Solar Power Financing The Solar Tech US Conference includes addressing questions about funding solar design projects within the solar energy industry, as well as project risk management. Plus, it will help attending entrepreneurs understand financing a solar energy startup. A featured financial topic for discussion will be tips on how to utilize crowdfunding for a solar energy project. Crowdfunding is a unique way of raising money through contributions from other people, usually via online crowdfunding sites. It has now become one of the most efficient alternative ways in financing a project. Future of Solar Technology Now that renewable energy sources are gaining popularity, unending studies about solar energy have led scientists to breakthrough after breakthrough. The Solar Tech US Conference will be shedding...
