Metalmag: Renewable Energy

Dri-Design and Konarka Technologies Solar Wall

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:26:51 EST

A lightweight, flexible organic solar film has been integrated with rainscreen panels.

The House That Wind Built

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 10:08:31 EST

Renewable energy reigns at House of Vestas, a new LEED Platinum office building for a global wind-turbine manufacturer in Aarhus, Denmark.

Texas Project Features Solar

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:52:10 EST

On May 4th, Hopkins County officials joined area business and civic leaders marked the grand opening of a 190-kW building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) rooftop project atop the Hopkins County Civic Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas.

Solar Innovation Provides Hope

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:41:16 EST

The metal industry can help lead the charge to a clean energy future.

Colorado Collaborative Brings Solar to School

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:46:05 EST

A group of Colorado-based companies have joined forces to help an area school achieve an ambitious goal.

Metal Roof Aids Passive House

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:29:57 EST

Solar PV laminate works in tandem with a metal roof to help a Louisiana home gain Passive House certification.

Solar Report Yields Information

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:55 EST

EagleView Technologies, Bothell, Wash., has released a solar roofing report for solar integrators, solar installers and the roofing industry.

New Company Buys Centria Division

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:42 EST

Moon Township, Pa.-based Centria has sold the EnergyPeak solar technology division of Centria Services Group to South Bend, Ind.–based Metanna.

Laminate System Accommodates Sizes

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:48 EST

Sheffield Metals International?s SOLR solar standing seam roof system comes in 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 and 120 kilowatt standard system sizes.

Laminate System Is Lightweight

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:47 EST

Whirlwind Solar's laminate system weighs in at less than 1 pound per square foot.

Series Integrates Technology and Metal

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:43 EST

Petersen Aluminum has introduced the PAC Solar Series, which integrates photovoltaic technology with the durability of a standing seam metal roof.

Save Money on Solar Installations

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:44 EST

PV Powered Inc. has introduced the PowerVault, a turn-key, fully customizable DC-to-medium voltage platform that saves money on multi-megawatt solar installations.

Solar Shingle Harnesses Sun Power

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:45 EST

Dow Solar Solutions Dow Powerhouse Solar Shingle installs and performs like a standard asphalt shingle while drawing upon the sun?s power to offset a portion of a home?s energy use.

Solar Panels Reduce Electric Needs

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:47 EST

Andalay AC solar panels generally are installed on south-facing rooftops or in a backyard area.

Kit Eases Solar Panel Installation

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:50 EST

The S-5 PV Kit from S-5! is a rail-free, metal roof solar panel installation assembly.

Insulated Solar System Offered

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:51 EST

Metl-Span has introduced the CFR Insul-Solar comprehensive insulated solar standing seam roof system.

Metal + Solar

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:42 EST

Metal construction already is seen as a cost-effective, efficient building solution that easily can be fitted or adapted to meet sustainable building goals through the use of solar products.

Educational Videos On YouTube

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:25 EST

Inovateus Solar, South Bend, Ind., now is offering videos on YouTube focused on solar energy.

Solar Roofing Roundtable

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:29:55 EST

Experts from the solar PV and metal industries discuss synergies between metal roofing and rooftop solar installations.

Software Tools Aid in PV Production

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:50:01 EST

Cognex Corp. has expanded its range of inspection solutions for solar cell manufacturing processes with the VisionPro Solar Toolbox.