Everybody knows that places like the sunny deserts of the southwest United States are perfect for harvesting solar energy. But what can be done to increase the affordable use of #solar energy in places known for cloudy and cold winters? This story today from the Associated Press covers a new Energy Department SunShot Initiative test site in #Vermont where scientists will study the effectiveness of solar panels in areas with fewer sunny days during the #winter season: bit.ly/1hKirl1. Pictured is a graphic listing the five Energy Department-funded, regional testing areas across the #US designed to find ways to make solar power more affordable and efficient.
Posted on: Tue, 05 Nov 2013 20:28:45 +0000
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