Author: LEED Blogger
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Lighting that Produces Wi-Fi
Researchers have developed a fluorescent lamp that emits Wi-Fi signals to allow connectivity throughout buildings. More…
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OCI Solar Power Brings Alamo 4 Project Online
OCI Solar Power is adding 145 MW of solar power to Texas’ energy mix this year that will generate power for approximately 25,000 homes annually. “The progress we’re making with the opening and construction of new projects means more than half of our Texas projects are now complete or underway,”Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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Fire-Rated Solar Systems Required in California for 2015
The U.S. solar industry will be hearing a lot more about UL 2703 (mounting) and UL 1703 (modules) standards in relation to fire ratings and “class” designations in the coming months. The 2012 International Building Code requires all rooftop PV systems to have the same fire rating as the rooftopRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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A Decade In Review
After 10 steadily successful years of the U.S. solar industry, what have we learned? It’s often difficult to comprehend how far the solar industry has come in the last 10 years. But just look at the numbers: In 2004, the United States had 155 MW of installed solar capacity —Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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Sun Block
Solar carports have secured a strong foothold in the industry in the last few years. They really are a double whammy — generating electricity while providing shade. California is a strong market for carports; many schools and municipalities have taken advantage. M Bar C Construction considers itself one of theRead More — Solar Builder magazine