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Perspective: Despite Solyndra’s death, the future of solar energy is sunny

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by Steven Pleging, CEO/President of Quantum Solar Power Corp. I believe that the loss of industry players Solyndra, Evergreen, and SpectraWatt opens the market for more innovative solar companies to succeed with smarter tactics and mainstream products that fit into existing manufacturing models.

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EPA proposes rule for nationwide 30% cut in GHG from existing power plants by 2030 relative to 2005

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EPA calculated the climate benefits resulting from the proposal using the estimated values of marginal climate impacts presented in the Technical Support Document: Technical Update of the Social Cost of Carbon for Regulatory Impact Analysis under Executive Order 12866 (2013 SCC TSD). billion kWh).

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Five Cool Tech Demos From the ARPA-E Summit

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Developed by Emrgy in Atlanta, the turbines can change in height and blade pitch based on the flow of the water. Emrgy’s timing takes advantage of the groundwork laid by the solar power industry. Emily Waltz These hydrokinetic turbines run in irrigation channels, generating electricity and revenue for rural communities.

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Eco real estate

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Christopher Matos-Rogers’ Tesla parked outside the Atlanta Realtors Center. When Christopher Matos-Rogers launched a new career as an Atlanta-area real estate agent a decade ago, he had just spent five years as a marine biologist and he knew what was up with climate change. I try to lead by example,” Matos-Rogers said.

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