Jul 4, 2015Why the Solar Impulse MattersHow can a huge, slow, single-seat plane change the world? One day before the United States pauses to celebrate the 239th anniversary of...
Jun 26, 2015Biomimicry: Using Nature’s Solar TechnologyThe concept of imitating natural systems in the built environment is known as “Biomimicry,” and it holds great promise for advancements...
Dec 31, 2014Turbulence in the Energy Market: What Does it Mean for Solar?As we usher in 2015, we see a great deal of volatility in the energy sector, both domestically and internationally, both in the fossil...
Dec 23, 2014Happy Solar Holidays!Did you know that solar energy is at the root of many holiday traditions? December is a time for celebrating faith, family…and the power...
Dec 18, 2014The War Over Rooftop SolarIs Distributed Generation dead? Perhaps not, but some utility companies are trying hard to redefine DG and privately owned residential...
Dec 11, 2014Gatherings of the Tribe: Grassroots Solar Events Build Community SupportFor many years now, I have had the pleasure of attending renewable energy expos, solar industry conventions and meetings of the “solar...
Nov 26, 2014Solar Values = American Values“By the way, if you want to have a war over oil, leave me out of it- because I don’t think we need it. All I have to say is, go solar!...
Nov 9, 2014Small College Makes Solar a Big PriorityNestled among the cornfields of Southeastern Iowa, Maharishi University of Management is not your typical small college. More than 40...