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This artsy 1,000 W rollout solar awning can power your RV

Electrek

Illinois-based startup Eco-dynamic Tech has debuted a lightweight rollout solar awning for RVs that can generate up to 8,000 Wh per day. more… The post This artsy 1,000 W rollout solar awning can power your RV appeared first on Electrek.

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EGEB: Illinois to shut all fossil fuel plants by 2045 and invest $580M a year in renewables

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The governor of Illinois will sign a bill tomorrow that will make the state a US clean energy leader. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. trillion infrastructure bill.

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Estes just offset nearly 100% of its energy needs with rooftop solar

Baua Electric

The largest privately owned freight carrier in North America has finished installing rooftop solar panels at its 4th and 5th trucking terminals, and announced plans to add solar installations at two more of its locations, furthering its commitment to solar transformation. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Students Build Solar EV Charging Station

CleanTechnica EVs

Students at University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) recently gained experience with solar technology and EVs by building a charging station for one of the school’s vehicles which is used to deliver food and reduce food waste. The little car even has a name: Gemma, but we’ll get to why that is in a minute. “To To […].

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EGEB: Illinois to shut all fossil fuel plants by 2045 and invest $580M a year in renewables [Update]

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The governor of Illinois has signed a bill that makes the state a US clean energy leader. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. trillion infrastructure bill.

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Solar powered cars: A 70 year-old idea that has yet to reach its full potential

Electrek

Nearly 70 years ago, the idea of a viable solar car concept was introduced to the world in Chicago, Illinois. more… The post Solar powered cars: A 70 year-old idea that has yet to reach its full potential appeared first on Electrek.

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Illinois to shut all fossil fuel plants by 2045 and invest $580M a year in renewables [Update]

Electrek

The solar industry in Illinois is reaping the rewards of the state’s Climate and Equitable Jobs Act that passed five months ago. more… The post Illinois to shut all fossil fuel plants by 2045 and invest $580M a year in renewables [Update] appeared first on Electrek.