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As listed in the October 2019 edition of Energy CIO Insights magazine, Power Panel has been named as a Top 10 Solar Energy Tech Solution Provider of 2019. According to the magazine, the annual listing includes ten companies that are at the forefront of provid [...]
Read more...If you have been following Power Panel on social media, then you are already aware that we made our way to Manhattan to get in on the positive action that is Climate Week. In its tenth year, Climate Week attracted people from across the globe, in countless meetings and [...]
Read more...This week, representatives from Power Panel have been sharing the capabilities of Power Panel’s patented solar thermal technology with Brazil. From August 27-29, 2019, Power Panel has been in the Expo Center Norte in São Paulo, Brazil (Booth B01), tak [...]
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If you have been feeling that this summer has been uncomfortably warm, you are not alone. The debilitating heat that has been felt across the globe this summer and during the past month is not normal. According to climate scientists, July 2019 has been on track t [...]
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In recent news, House and Senate Democrats revealed a legislative proposal that would set a national clean energy standard to bring the nation's carbon emissions from the electric sector to nearly net zero by 2050. While thirty years may seem like a long time for s [...]
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At Power Panel, we are all about sustainability, in all aspects of our operations. From our solar-thermal generator (Gen-2-O), to our energy saving solar-thermal panels, we know the importance of saving energy, time and money and providing sustainable solutions that are eart [...]
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When we think of Power Panel’s Gen-2-O, we think of successful disaster relief efforts in Puerto Rico and portable plug and play power stations in some of the most remote locations in the world. We have seen firsthand the impact that immediate and emergency relie [...]
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With Power Panel’s previous hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico, we have witnessed and experienced the powerful impact solar energy can have on families who are living without power – It’s simply life-changing. In preparation for the upcoming Atla [...]
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The thought of solar energy conjures up images of warm and sunny climates for many people, but tropical climates aren’t the only places where solar makes sense. In fact, the top 10 cities in the U.S. aren’t the sunniest ones. The Solar Energy Industrie [...]
Read more...Earlier this month, Pompano Beach Middle School received a makeover of a different kind – a sustainability makeover. Through sponsorship from Advanced Roofing and coordination through HANDY (Helping Abused Neglected Disadvantaged Youth), Pompano Be [...]
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Solar energy is the cleanest, most abundant renewable energy source available. The U.S. possesses some of the world’s richest solar resources, and the technology offered today enables us to utilize this resource in a multitude of ways, benefiting public, commercial and [...]
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New U.S. States are joining the effort and setting their sights on 100% renewable energy.Those of you who have your eyes on the solar movement in the U.S. are already aware of the bold and sustainable decision made by California and Hawaii to move to 100% zero-carbon electri [...]
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Last month, Solar Power International (SPI) took place (September 24-27) in Anaheim, California as part of North America Smart Energy Week. SPI expanded its scope to reflect the growth of energy innovation through the addition of ESI, Hydrogen + Fuel Cells North Americ [...]
Read more...Earlier this month (September 18th-20th, 2018), Power Panel joined in partnership with Kirloskar Solar to exhibit and demonstrate its 6 panel PVT (Photovoltaic + Thermal) Thermosiphon system at the Renewable Energy Expo in India. Held at the India Expo Center in Greate [...]
Read more...A review of the most recent disaster relief efforts and donation of a Gen-2-0 to assist Puerto Rico...Last week, Power Panel joined 100+ Michigan-based companies in attending the United Nations Procurement Day. As a company listed in the United Nations Global Marketpla [...]
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Save the Date(s): September 12-14, 2018, Miramar Beach, Florida In September, the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) will hold its Southeastern Tri-Regional Joint Engineer Training Symposium (JETS) hosted by the Emerald Coast and Panam [...]
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An overview of the latest Electric Power Monthly report published by U.S. Energy Information Administration and covering January through April 2018.We are just halfway through 2018, and it is already evident that use of renewable energy sources is picking up across the U.S.& [...]
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Just last week, Massachusetts-based solar workers rallied at the Massachusetts State House to put the pressure on legislature to act in support of the solar industry.According to reports from The Solar Foundation, Massachusetts ranks high for solar employment, having the sec [...]
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When disaster strikes, emergency response crews face many daunting challenges. To meet them, they need power for communication devices, medical equipment, and a host of other tools. Unfortunately, when emergency response teams arrive on the scene, the power grid is often bla [...]
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It might surprise you, but leaving many types of solar panels out in the sun decreases their power generation. Heat is the culprit and can reduce solar cell performance by 10-25%. This counter-intuitive problem is a result of how a panel makes power inside the solar cell mat [...]
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The brisk, invigorating temperatures of fall are already behind us. The weather is getting chillier by the day, and many of us are breaking out winter clothes from storage. And behind that box of jackets, gloves, and hats lie skis, snowboards, and other fun things that make [...]
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President Donald Trump’s decision about whether to impose tariffs on imported solar cells could cause rippling impacts across the industry. The situation began to unfold back in the spring of 2017 when solar manufacturer Suniva declared bankruptcy then petitioned the I [...]
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In addition to the rising demand for cleaner sources of power, we also need to develop clean sources of water. Desalination is the process of turning salt water or even contaminated water into drinkable water by removing salt and other minerals. Seawater desalination technol [...]
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Six category 5 hurricanes made landfall this year, and that is more than ever before. According to the National Hurricane Center, a category 5 hurricane has sustained wind speeds of 157 mph or greater and is defined as follows:“A high percentage of framed homes will be [...]
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A solar tracker is a mechanical device that automatically adjusts the position of a solar panel array to face the sun. The alternative is a fixed rig, which is stationary. Both have advantages and disadvantages. Which is the best option depends on several factors, including [...]
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This is certainly an exciting time to work in solar. Solar jobs increased by 51,000 workers from 2015 to 2016, an employment jump of 25%. 260,077 solar workers in 2016 is nearly triple that of the solar employment in 2010. The US solar market grew a staggering 95% in 2016, n [...]
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Come visit Power Panel at the 2017 Solar Power International show in Las Vegas. We will be at booth#6521, located directly across from the Smart Energy Microgrid Demo. During the show, get a hands-on look at our new portable generator and hot water system, Gen-2-O. Als [...]
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The good folks at Solar Industry Magazine report the California Assembly Utilities and Commerce Committee passed a bill that significantly extends rebates for solar water heating systems. According to the article the bill would target low-income communities and while e [...]
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A partnership between the U.S. Navy and Duke Energy will bring significant amount of solar energy online. According to Nuvo News, 70,000 photovoltaic solar modules will be installed at the Naval Support base in Southwest Indiana. In the arrangement, Duke Energy w [...]
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Power Panel will be demonstrating its PV + Thermal hybrid solar products and manufacturing capabilities at Hannover Messe, the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology in Hannover Germany. With support from the Automation Alley and the Michigan Econom [...]
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