Articles, tagged with "solar hot water", page 1
18th January 2012
The “Solar City” Program was launched a few years ago by the federal government of Australia to educate people about solar power and its benefits for the community, the environment and for their cost of living. The ongoing program also aims to test the vi...
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Author:
premiersolar
19th December 2011
The long term commitment and the shared vision of the local government and community have led to the development of nine strategic programs to achieve the city’s long term goal of a more livable Brisbane by 2026.
The council’s strong need to act was br...
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Author:
premiersolar
02nd December 2011
The importance of solar electricity generation
With fears of carbon dioxide causing global warming and diminishing supplies of fossil fuels, a looming energy crisis is affecting all countries. As a consequence, a great deal of world-wide effort is going...
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Author:
Systech Illinois
18th November 2011
When will a 6-Star energy rating become the new standard in Victoria?
A 6 star energy rating for new homes, additions and alterations will be effective in Victoria as of 1 May 2011.
What if the design was done prior to May 1 2011?
If you can provide ...
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Author:
Caleb Young
17th November 2011
While there are a few renewable energy options on offer to Australian home owners and businesses, solar power is considered by the experts to offer the most cost effective and viable option. This is why it has received extensive funding support from the g...
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Author:
premiersolar
28th October 2011
Perth Solar City is an Australian Government Solar City and will be delivered to communities within Perth's Eastern region over the next 4 years. Western Power will lead the $73.5 million initiative designed to help communities rethink the way they produc...
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Author:
exam1passyq
18th October 2011
The carbon tax is set to be implemented in July 1, 2012 and Australian households are still divided about whether it will be burden on them or not. Putting a price on carbon will definitely raise the cost of living in the country, but the government is aw...
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Author:
premiersolar
05th October 2011
Looking at what is happening in Brisbane today, the city had come a long way in its quest to become one of Australia’s most sustainable green cities. The efforts of Brisbane’s City Council together with assistance from the State Government efforts are fir...
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Author:
premiersolar
30th September 2011
The radiant heat from the sun has been used by people since the early human civilization employing different technologies that have evolved through time. Solar power electrical generation depends on heat engines and photovoltaics. Solar power is the conv...
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Author:
noelagnote
26th September 2011
Solar power systems have gained popularity because of the rising cost of conventional energy sources. By adding solar energy system to your home you can do your bit for the environment and also save money on utility bills for the life.
Many households ...
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Author:
arif12
21st September 2011
If you live in areas where the weather gets cold you need to have a method of keeping your house warm. Keeping a house’s interior at a comfortable temperature does not mean that you have to harm the environment. It is possible to keep your home warm in a ...
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Author:
Sam
19th September 2011
Australians are already struggling with paying higher and higher electricity bills, and the bad news is that there is no sign of that stopping; in fact it is expected to get much worse. Nationally an increase of more than 50% or so is expected in the next...
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Author:
premiersolar
07th September 2011
We all know the world is in a crisis of energy shortage from the traditional resources. Renewable energies, especially solar power are the emerging energy resources. Power generated from the Sun is mainly derived from heat engines and photovoltaic. Sola...
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Author:
markjoes
31st August 2011
Many people like the idea of using solar energy to help reduce their home’s energy use. They tend to focus more on active solar systems when they think about how solar energy can help them make their home more eco friendly. Regardless of whether they are ...
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Author:
Sam
22nd August 2011
Energy and Water Minister Stephen Robertson told Parliament that the state is entering a huge milestone in its attempt to double the use of solar power in Queensland . Currently the state has increased more than 80% in just a span of 1 year.
The state’...
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Author:
premiersolar