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Solar Airplane Launches Second International Flight

The solar-powered Solar Impulse HB-SIA plane launched June 12th on its second international flight- from Paris to Brussels, following last month’s successful flight from Switzerland to Belgium. HB-SIA relies on 12,000 solar cells on its 64-metre wings to charge the batteries that provide the energy for 10-horsepower electric motors driving four propellers. It holds the [...]

Maryland Edits Solar Water Heater Grant Status and Values

A recent bill passed by the MD Senate (SB717) has expanded the ability of residents to produce SRECs by including all solar hot water systems commissioned on or after June 1, 2011.  Eligible systems will be able to produce a maximum of 5 SRECs per year, which could generate anywhere from $400-$1,800 a year for [...]