Photovoltaics

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Green roofing's opportunity may be cool for school

For roofing professionals, green roofs and rooftop PVs involve completely new technologies, and education remains a hurdle to winning. Here are a couple of not-to-miss training opportunities if your company has its eye on these emerging markets More

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Super Solar Cells Bring Greater Efficiency

Compared to traditional photovoltaic cells, new high-performance cells produce at greater than 30% efficiency. More

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Giving the Green Light: A Remodeler Uses His Own Home as a Green Test Case

A remodeler uses his own home to train himself and his crew in specific green practices so he can better inform clients. More

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Off the Rack: CertainTeed Apollo Solar Roofing System

At just 12 pounds, these solar roofing modules don't require structural reinforcement and stilll resist wind uplift. More

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Watershed Moment: 2011 Solar Decathlon Winners

The University of Maryland won first place in the Solar Decathlon with its WaterShed house, which is designed to also help preserve watersheds. More

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Power Windows: High-Performance Photovoltaic Glass Units

Pythagoras Solar's photovoltaic glass units combine low-E selective glass with integral PV cells and optics. More

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Best of the Year, Commercial Remodeling: Screen Saver

A commercial project in Tucson achieves a simple, functional design that packs in plenty of sustainable features and modern panache. More

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Researchers Develop Paint-on Solar Cells
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Efficiency on a Budget: Cost-Effective Energy Makeover

Insulation, window upgrades, and solar panels lead the way for this condo homeowner's goal of an energy-efficient home. More

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The Folly of Deep Energy Retrofits

MICHAEL ANSCHEL: Are deep energy retrofits all they're cracked up to be? And what, exactly, constitutes a safe deep energy retrofit? More

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