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Are you looking to break into or advance in the solar job market? We have found a resource that explains what the technologies are, how they are used, the terms found in the industry, how to prepare for the job interview and more. It explains the different positions, and the education and experiential background needed [...]
We used to be big fans of skylights, primarily for the light brought into interior rooms during daylight hours, negating the need for electric lights. Leaking, UV fading, and difficulty in installation were drawbacks. A few years back we had the opportunity to play with the descendent of skylights, the Solatube. A much superior way [...]
New York makes a plan to increase solar power as part of an aggressive energy policy.
Hold onto your hats, Congress is debating climate change. Right now the U.S. House is considering the Waxman-Markey climate bill. Here’s where you can find more information about what is, and isn’t, in the bill.
We have bundled our favorite temperature based battery hydrometer (no floating balls) with a bulb type refiller and our “Battery Care and Feeding” eBook as a special for our readers. With the hydrometer, you take specific gravity readings of each cell (temperature compensated) and compare them with your other cells. Not only will it tell [...]