This document provides an overview of solar power, including its history, technologies, and future potential. It discusses both active solar systems that use mechanical means to distribute solar energy, as well as passive solar techniques used in building design. Photovoltaic cells that directly convert sunlight to electricity are described as the basic building block of solar energy production. Larger scale technologies like trough systems and concentrating solar power that use mirrors to focus sunlight are also summarized. The document outlines key aspects of passive solar home design and concludes by discussing the Department of Energy's projections that solar costs will be competitive with fossil fuels by 2020.
1981: A 90.4-kW PV system was dedicated at Lovington Square Shopping Center (New Mexico) using Solar Power Corp. modules. A 97.6-kW PV system was dedicated at Beverly High School in Beverly, Massachusetts, using Solar Power Corp. modules. An 8-kW PV-powered (Mobil Solar), reverse-osmosis desalination facility was dedicated in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. 1984: The IEEE Morris N. Liebmann Award was presented to Drs. David Carlson and Christopher Wronski at the 17th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, "for crucial contributions to the use of amorphous silicon in low-cost, high-performance photovoltaic solar cells." 1991: The Solar Energy Research Institute was redesignated as the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory by President George Bush. 1993: The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's Solar Energy Research Facility (SERF), opened in Golden, Colorado. 1996: The U.S. Department of Energy announces the National Center for Photovoltaics, headquartered in Golden, Colorado.
This is a presentation on Solar Power Generation .We believe Solar to be the most sustainable sector in the renewable energies space. AcornSolar promotes On-Grid and Off-Grid solutions in both domestic as well as industrial sectors.
The document discusses various renewable energy sources in India, including their current usage and potential. It provides details on solar energy technologies and applications, the wind energy program in India, hydropower systems, bioenergy including biomass, biogas and biofuels, and emerging renewable options. It also outlines relevant policies and legislation in India to promote renewable energy.
The document discusses solar energy as a renewable and sustainable source of energy. It notes that solar energy can be used to generate both heat and electricity. While solar power has several benefits, it also faces some challenges in widespread adoption related to high upfront installation costs and the need for battery storage. The document aims to address common myths about solar energy and provide facts about solar panel technology and usage. It outlines how solar panels work to convert sunlight into electricity and provides statistics on solar energy production and costs in homes. Overall, the document presents an overview of solar energy as a viable non-polluting alternative to fossil fuels.
I am Amar Bariya and I am presenting here a presentation on simple introduction of Solar energy. And you can also use this knowledge in your day to day life else in your educational knowledge. It's a very vast area and just boost up your knowledge in renewable energy harvesting sector.
Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electric energy. Thermal energy from the sun is used for heating, while photovoltaic cells convert sunlight directly into electricity. The document discusses the two types of solar energy and provides details on the composition and output of the sun. It also outlines the history of solar energy technology, practical applications of solar power today, advantages like lowered costs over time and environmental benefits, and challenges such as high initial installation expenses.
1981: A 90.4-kW PV system was dedicated at Lovington Square Shopping Center (New Mexico) using Solar Power Corp. modules. A 97.6-kW PV system was dedicated at Beverly High School in Beverly, Massachusetts, using Solar Power Corp. modules. An 8-kW PV-powered (Mobil Solar), reverse-osmosis desalination facility was dedicated in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. 1984: The IEEE Morris N. Liebmann Award was presented to Drs. David Carlson and Christopher Wronski at the 17th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, "for crucial contributions to the use of amorphous silicon in low-cost, high-performance photovoltaic solar cells." 1991: The Solar Energy Research Institute was redesignated as the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory by President George Bush. 1993: The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's Solar Energy Research Facility (SERF), opened in Golden, Colorado. 1996: The U.S. Department of Energy announces the National Center for Photovoltaics, headquartered in Golden, Colorado.
This is a presentation on Solar Power Generation .We believe Solar to be the most sustainable sector in the renewable energies space. AcornSolar promotes On-Grid and Off-Grid solutions in both domestic as well as industrial sectors.
The document discusses various renewable energy sources in India, including their current usage and potential. It provides details on solar energy technologies and applications, the wind energy program in India, hydropower systems, bioenergy including biomass, biogas and biofuels, and emerging renewable options. It also outlines relevant policies and legislation in India to promote renewable energy.
The document discusses solar energy as a renewable and sustainable source of energy. It notes that solar energy can be used to generate both heat and electricity. While solar power has several benefits, it also faces some challenges in widespread adoption related to high upfront installation costs and the need for battery storage. The document aims to address common myths about solar energy and provide facts about solar panel technology and usage. It outlines how solar panels work to convert sunlight into electricity and provides statistics on solar energy production and costs in homes. Overall, the document presents an overview of solar energy as a viable non-polluting alternative to fossil fuels.
I am Amar Bariya and I am presenting here a presentation on simple introduction of Solar energy. And you can also use this knowledge in your day to day life else in your educational knowledge. It's a very vast area and just boost up your knowledge in renewable energy harvesting sector.
Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electric energy. Thermal energy from the sun is used for heating, while photovoltaic cells convert sunlight directly into electricity. The document discusses the two types of solar energy and provides details on the composition and output of the sun. It also outlines the history of solar energy technology, practical applications of solar power today, advantages like lowered costs over time and environmental benefits, and challenges such as high initial installation expenses.
Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electric energy. Thermal energy from the sun is used for heating while electric energy uses photovoltaic cells to produce electricity. The document discusses the history of solar energy development and provides examples of practical solar energy applications today such as solar panels, vehicles, street lights, and water pumps. It also outlines the advantages of solar energy being renewable, sustainable, and reducing environmental impacts compared to fossil fuels. The high upfront costs of solar energy systems and dependence on sunlight availability are mentioned as disadvantages.
Solar power harnesses energy from the sun through two main methods - photovoltaics and concentrating solar power. Photovoltaics directly convert sunlight into electricity using solar cells made from semiconductor materials, while concentrating solar power uses mirrors or lenses to focus sunlight onto a receiver to generate heat for electricity production. Both methods have various commercial applications but concentrating solar power can operate on a larger scale. The effectiveness of solar power depends on location, with sunny desert areas ideal due to higher solar radiation levels, and it also varies seasonally with more energy collected in summer.
This document discusses different methods of collecting solar energy, including photovoltaics and concentrating solar power. Photovoltaics directly convert sunlight to electricity using solar cells made of semiconductor materials. Concentrating solar power uses mirrors or lenses to focus sunlight and heat a working fluid to generate electricity. Both methods have various applications, but concentrating solar power can operate on a larger scale and store energy for later use. The best locations for solar power are sunny areas like deserts that receive the most intense sunlight.
The document discusses solar energy, including its definition, the two types (thermal and electric), how solar panels work to generate electricity, some key historical milestones in solar energy development, practical applications of solar energy technologies, advantages such as being environmentally friendly and renewable, and main drawbacks such as high initial costs. It provides details on solar energy topics like the components of the sun, how excess solar electricity can be stored in batteries or exported to the electric grid, and systems used for applications like community lighting, water pumping, and vehicles.
The document provides a high-level history of solar energy technology development from the 1950s to present day. It discusses key milestones such as the creation of the first solar cell, decreases in solar cell production costs over time, increases in solar cell efficiency, and the use of solar power for applications such as powering vehicles and buildings. It also promotes switching to solar power to gain energy independence.
The Solar Revolution, A Comprehensive Guide.
If you're interested in renewable energy and want to learn more about solar power, this ebook is the perfect resource for you. "Everything You Need to Know About Solar Power" covers all aspects of solar power, from the basics of how it works to the technical details of installation and maintenance, as well as its environmental impact and future potential.
In the first section, you'll find a comprehensive introduction to solar power, including a definition of solar power, its importance in today's world, and a brief history of solar power. In the following section, you'll gain a deeper understanding of solar power, including how it works, the types of solar power systems available, and their advantages and disadvantages.
The technical aspects of solar power are explored in detail in the third section, including solar panel construction and components, installation and maintenance of solar panels, and solar power system sizing and design. You'll also learn about the technical terminology and jargon used in the solar power industry.
The environmental impact of solar power is examined in the fourth section, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the impact on natural habitats and wildlife, and the relationship between solar power and climate change. Real-life examples and case studies are provided to help you understand the impact of solar power on the environment.
In the fifth section, you'll discover the future of solar power, including the latest innovations in solar technology, global trends in solar power, and the challenges and opportunities facing the solar power industry. Real-life examples and case studies are also included to help you understand the potential of solar power in the future.
Finally, the ebook concludes with a section that ties everything together, including the future of solar power, final thoughts on solar power, and encouragement to take action.
Whether you're interested in installing solar power in your home or business, or just want to learn more about renewable energy, this ebook is an essential guide to solar power. With detailed information, real-life examples, and case studies, you'll have all the information you need to understand the basics of solar power and its potential for the future.
Solar energy presentation what factors does neeed to itMurali Krishna B
Solar energy is a renewable energy source that can be converted into other uses such as electricity and heat. The sun provides vast amounts of energy to the Earth, with the potential to meet energy demand many times over. Solar technologies include photovoltaics (solar panels), concentrating solar power, and solar heating. Solar energy systems take advantage of the sun's radiation to provide electricity and hot water for homes, businesses, schools, and other facilities.
This document discusses renewable and non-renewable energy sources. The main renewable energy sources mentioned are solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, wave, and ocean thermal energy. Non-renewable sources listed are coal, petroleum, natural gas, and nuclear fuel. The need for renewable resources is discussed due to the increasing demand for fossil fuels and their harmful emissions. Advantages of renewable sources include being environmentally friendly and widely available, while disadvantages include containing energy in a diluted form and requiring expensive collection methods. Solar energy and different solar technologies like photovoltaic cells and solar thermal collectors are explained in detail.
This document provides information about solar energy. It discusses:
- Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted to thermal or electrical energy. It is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source.
- Solar energy can be harnessed using solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity via photovoltaic cells. Larger solar farms and installations on buildings can feed power back into electrical grids.
- The advantages of solar energy include its renewable nature, ability to reduce electricity bills, low maintenance costs, and diverse applications from powering homes to satellites. The disadvantages are the high initial costs, dependence on weather, and expensive long-term energy storage solutions.
This document contains information about a group project on solar energy. It lists the names and roll numbers of 5 students in the group, including the group leader, assistant group leader, and 3 members. It then outlines the topics to be covered, including basics of solar energy, photovoltaic cells, solar thermal systems, economic analysis, and an introduction discussing solar radiation and the potential of solar energy.
Solar energy is radiant light and heat from the Sun that is harnessed using a range of ever-evolving technologies such as solar heating, photovoltaics, solar thermal energy, solar architecture, molten salt power plants and artificial photosynthesis. It is an important source of renewable energy and its technologies are broadly characterized as either passive solar or active solar depending on how they capture and distribute solar energy or convert it into solar power.
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This document discusses different forms of energy and solar energy specifically. It covers:
1) The different forms of energy including kinetic, heat, chemical, electrical, sound, and nuclear energy. Energy can change forms but cannot be created or destroyed.
2) How solar energy works, from the photons emitted by the sun being absorbed by solar cells to generate electricity via the photoelectric effect.
3) The two main uses of solar energy - generating electricity using photovoltaic panels and getting heat from the sun for applications like drying crops. Solar energy is a renewable resource but production stops at night.
This document provides a course syllabus for an undergraduate elective course on renewable energy generation. The goal of the course is to introduce students to the state of renewable energy and new energy technologies globally. Topics that will be covered include distributed and clean power generation sources like wind, solar, fuel cells, energy storage systems, environmental impacts, and the economics of renewable energy systems. The syllabus outlines the course objectives, intended audience, approach, topics to be covered each week, required text, and references.
This document provides information about solar energy. It discusses that solar energy originates from the sun's thermonuclear fusion reactions. Solar radiation that reaches the Earth is called insolation. Solar energy can be used to generate heat and electricity. Methods of harnessing solar energy include solar thermal technologies like solar water and space heating, and generating electricity through photovoltaic cells or concentrating solar power plants. Developing solar power in Pakistan has advantages like being pollution-free and suitable for remote areas not connected to the national power grid, though initial costs and reliance only during daylight hours are disadvantages.
The document discusses opportunities for developing solar energy projects on abandoned mine lands (AMLs) in the United States. It provides an overview of solar energy technologies, including photovoltaics and solar thermal plants. Examples are given of large-scale solar energy projects installed at former mining and contaminated sites, such as a 14-MW project at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. AMLs are described as potentially excellent locations for solar facilities because they have abundant sunlight, large open areas, and existing infrastructure. Developing solar energy at AMLs can return contaminated lands to productive reuse while generating renewable energy and local economic benefits.
Alpaca Solar Energy Field Study PresentationDaniel Fetner
The document provides an overview of rooftop solar energy trends in Q3 2022. It begins with introductions to solar technologies and industry terminology. It then discusses trends in the residential, commercial & industrial, and community solar sectors in the US. Key points covered include the significant growth in solar capacity over the past decade, with the US now having over 120GW of installed capacity. Much of this growth has been driven by declining solar prices. The document also notes that community solar is gaining popularity beyond early adopting states and that solar capacity growth is expected to continue rapidly through 2027.
The document discusses the history and development of solar energy technology over time. It provides details on key milestones such as the first solar cell in 1954 and improvements in efficiency. It also discusses the decreasing cost of solar panels from $300/watt in 1956 to $0.50/watt currently. Malaysia's support for solar energy adoption is summarized, including incentives like tax credits and the Feed-in Tariff scheme, to promote renewable energy goals.
This document discusses various types of renewable energy sources including wind, solar, geothermal, and hydropower. It provides details on usage levels in the United States and abroad for each energy source. The key renewable energy sources are wind power, which produces over 150 gigawatts globally; solar power, which has significant potential in the western US; geothermal power, with the US and Philippines as top producers; and hydropower, which accounts for 81% of US renewable electricity and 19% globally. Each source has both economic and environmental pros and cons.
Null Bangalore | Pentesters Approach to AWS IAMDivyanshu
#Abstract:
- Learn more about the real-world methods for auditing AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management) as a pentester. So let us proceed with a brief discussion of IAM as well as some typical misconfigurations and their potential exploits in order to reinforce the understanding of IAM security best practices.
- Gain actionable insights into AWS IAM policies and roles, using hands on approach.
#Prerequisites:
- Basic understanding of AWS services and architecture
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts
- Experience using the AWS Management Console or AWS CLI.
- For hands on lab create account on [killercoda.com](https://killercoda.com/cloudsecurity-scenario/)
# Scenario Covered:
- Basics of IAM in AWS
- Implementing IAM Policies with Least Privilege to Manage S3 Bucket
- Objective: Create an S3 bucket with least privilege IAM policy and validate access.
- Steps:
- Create S3 bucket.
- Attach least privilege policy to IAM user.
- Validate access.
- Exploiting IAM PassRole Misconfiguration
-Allows a user to pass a specific IAM role to an AWS service (ec2), typically used for service access delegation. Then exploit PassRole Misconfiguration granting unauthorized access to sensitive resources.
- Objective: Demonstrate how a PassRole misconfiguration can grant unauthorized access.
- Steps:
- Allow user to pass IAM role to EC2.
- Exploit misconfiguration for unauthorized access.
- Access sensitive resources.
- Exploiting IAM AssumeRole Misconfiguration with Overly Permissive Role
- An overly permissive IAM role configuration can lead to privilege escalation by creating a role with administrative privileges and allow a user to assume this role.
- Objective: Show how overly permissive IAM roles can lead to privilege escalation.
- Steps:
- Create role with administrative privileges.
- Allow user to assume the role.
- Perform administrative actions.
- Differentiation between PassRole vs AssumeRole
Try at [killercoda.com](https://killercoda.com/cloudsecurity-scenario/)
Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electric energy. Thermal energy from the sun is used for heating while electric energy uses photovoltaic cells to produce electricity. The document discusses the history of solar energy development and provides examples of practical solar energy applications today such as solar panels, vehicles, street lights, and water pumps. It also outlines the advantages of solar energy being renewable, sustainable, and reducing environmental impacts compared to fossil fuels. The high upfront costs of solar energy systems and dependence on sunlight availability are mentioned as disadvantages.
Solar power harnesses energy from the sun through two main methods - photovoltaics and concentrating solar power. Photovoltaics directly convert sunlight into electricity using solar cells made from semiconductor materials, while concentrating solar power uses mirrors or lenses to focus sunlight onto a receiver to generate heat for electricity production. Both methods have various commercial applications but concentrating solar power can operate on a larger scale. The effectiveness of solar power depends on location, with sunny desert areas ideal due to higher solar radiation levels, and it also varies seasonally with more energy collected in summer.
This document discusses different methods of collecting solar energy, including photovoltaics and concentrating solar power. Photovoltaics directly convert sunlight to electricity using solar cells made of semiconductor materials. Concentrating solar power uses mirrors or lenses to focus sunlight and heat a working fluid to generate electricity. Both methods have various applications, but concentrating solar power can operate on a larger scale and store energy for later use. The best locations for solar power are sunny areas like deserts that receive the most intense sunlight.
The document discusses solar energy, including its definition, the two types (thermal and electric), how solar panels work to generate electricity, some key historical milestones in solar energy development, practical applications of solar energy technologies, advantages such as being environmentally friendly and renewable, and main drawbacks such as high initial costs. It provides details on solar energy topics like the components of the sun, how excess solar electricity can be stored in batteries or exported to the electric grid, and systems used for applications like community lighting, water pumping, and vehicles.
The document provides a high-level history of solar energy technology development from the 1950s to present day. It discusses key milestones such as the creation of the first solar cell, decreases in solar cell production costs over time, increases in solar cell efficiency, and the use of solar power for applications such as powering vehicles and buildings. It also promotes switching to solar power to gain energy independence.
The Solar Revolution, A Comprehensive Guide.
If you're interested in renewable energy and want to learn more about solar power, this ebook is the perfect resource for you. "Everything You Need to Know About Solar Power" covers all aspects of solar power, from the basics of how it works to the technical details of installation and maintenance, as well as its environmental impact and future potential.
In the first section, you'll find a comprehensive introduction to solar power, including a definition of solar power, its importance in today's world, and a brief history of solar power. In the following section, you'll gain a deeper understanding of solar power, including how it works, the types of solar power systems available, and their advantages and disadvantages.
The technical aspects of solar power are explored in detail in the third section, including solar panel construction and components, installation and maintenance of solar panels, and solar power system sizing and design. You'll also learn about the technical terminology and jargon used in the solar power industry.
The environmental impact of solar power is examined in the fourth section, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the impact on natural habitats and wildlife, and the relationship between solar power and climate change. Real-life examples and case studies are provided to help you understand the impact of solar power on the environment.
In the fifth section, you'll discover the future of solar power, including the latest innovations in solar technology, global trends in solar power, and the challenges and opportunities facing the solar power industry. Real-life examples and case studies are also included to help you understand the potential of solar power in the future.
Finally, the ebook concludes with a section that ties everything together, including the future of solar power, final thoughts on solar power, and encouragement to take action.
Whether you're interested in installing solar power in your home or business, or just want to learn more about renewable energy, this ebook is an essential guide to solar power. With detailed information, real-life examples, and case studies, you'll have all the information you need to understand the basics of solar power and its potential for the future.
Solar energy presentation what factors does neeed to itMurali Krishna B
Solar energy is a renewable energy source that can be converted into other uses such as electricity and heat. The sun provides vast amounts of energy to the Earth, with the potential to meet energy demand many times over. Solar technologies include photovoltaics (solar panels), concentrating solar power, and solar heating. Solar energy systems take advantage of the sun's radiation to provide electricity and hot water for homes, businesses, schools, and other facilities.
This document discusses renewable and non-renewable energy sources. The main renewable energy sources mentioned are solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, wave, and ocean thermal energy. Non-renewable sources listed are coal, petroleum, natural gas, and nuclear fuel. The need for renewable resources is discussed due to the increasing demand for fossil fuels and their harmful emissions. Advantages of renewable sources include being environmentally friendly and widely available, while disadvantages include containing energy in a diluted form and requiring expensive collection methods. Solar energy and different solar technologies like photovoltaic cells and solar thermal collectors are explained in detail.
This document provides information about solar energy. It discusses:
- Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted to thermal or electrical energy. It is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source.
- Solar energy can be harnessed using solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity via photovoltaic cells. Larger solar farms and installations on buildings can feed power back into electrical grids.
- The advantages of solar energy include its renewable nature, ability to reduce electricity bills, low maintenance costs, and diverse applications from powering homes to satellites. The disadvantages are the high initial costs, dependence on weather, and expensive long-term energy storage solutions.
This document contains information about a group project on solar energy. It lists the names and roll numbers of 5 students in the group, including the group leader, assistant group leader, and 3 members. It then outlines the topics to be covered, including basics of solar energy, photovoltaic cells, solar thermal systems, economic analysis, and an introduction discussing solar radiation and the potential of solar energy.
Solar energy is radiant light and heat from the Sun that is harnessed using a range of ever-evolving technologies such as solar heating, photovoltaics, solar thermal energy, solar architecture, molten salt power plants and artificial photosynthesis. It is an important source of renewable energy and its technologies are broadly characterized as either passive solar or active solar depending on how they capture and distribute solar energy or convert it into solar power.
what is solar energy definition
10 advantages of solar energy
what is solar energy kids
what is solar energy system
what is solar power definition
facts about solar energy
use of solar energy
solar energy information
interesting civil engineering topics
seminar topics pdf
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civil seminar topics ppt
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This document discusses different forms of energy and solar energy specifically. It covers:
1) The different forms of energy including kinetic, heat, chemical, electrical, sound, and nuclear energy. Energy can change forms but cannot be created or destroyed.
2) How solar energy works, from the photons emitted by the sun being absorbed by solar cells to generate electricity via the photoelectric effect.
3) The two main uses of solar energy - generating electricity using photovoltaic panels and getting heat from the sun for applications like drying crops. Solar energy is a renewable resource but production stops at night.
This document provides a course syllabus for an undergraduate elective course on renewable energy generation. The goal of the course is to introduce students to the state of renewable energy and new energy technologies globally. Topics that will be covered include distributed and clean power generation sources like wind, solar, fuel cells, energy storage systems, environmental impacts, and the economics of renewable energy systems. The syllabus outlines the course objectives, intended audience, approach, topics to be covered each week, required text, and references.
This document provides information about solar energy. It discusses that solar energy originates from the sun's thermonuclear fusion reactions. Solar radiation that reaches the Earth is called insolation. Solar energy can be used to generate heat and electricity. Methods of harnessing solar energy include solar thermal technologies like solar water and space heating, and generating electricity through photovoltaic cells or concentrating solar power plants. Developing solar power in Pakistan has advantages like being pollution-free and suitable for remote areas not connected to the national power grid, though initial costs and reliance only during daylight hours are disadvantages.
The document discusses opportunities for developing solar energy projects on abandoned mine lands (AMLs) in the United States. It provides an overview of solar energy technologies, including photovoltaics and solar thermal plants. Examples are given of large-scale solar energy projects installed at former mining and contaminated sites, such as a 14-MW project at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. AMLs are described as potentially excellent locations for solar facilities because they have abundant sunlight, large open areas, and existing infrastructure. Developing solar energy at AMLs can return contaminated lands to productive reuse while generating renewable energy and local economic benefits.
Alpaca Solar Energy Field Study PresentationDaniel Fetner
The document provides an overview of rooftop solar energy trends in Q3 2022. It begins with introductions to solar technologies and industry terminology. It then discusses trends in the residential, commercial & industrial, and community solar sectors in the US. Key points covered include the significant growth in solar capacity over the past decade, with the US now having over 120GW of installed capacity. Much of this growth has been driven by declining solar prices. The document also notes that community solar is gaining popularity beyond early adopting states and that solar capacity growth is expected to continue rapidly through 2027.
The document discusses the history and development of solar energy technology over time. It provides details on key milestones such as the first solar cell in 1954 and improvements in efficiency. It also discusses the decreasing cost of solar panels from $300/watt in 1956 to $0.50/watt currently. Malaysia's support for solar energy adoption is summarized, including incentives like tax credits and the Feed-in Tariff scheme, to promote renewable energy goals.
This document discusses various types of renewable energy sources including wind, solar, geothermal, and hydropower. It provides details on usage levels in the United States and abroad for each energy source. The key renewable energy sources are wind power, which produces over 150 gigawatts globally; solar power, which has significant potential in the western US; geothermal power, with the US and Philippines as top producers; and hydropower, which accounts for 81% of US renewable electricity and 19% globally. Each source has both economic and environmental pros and cons.
Null Bangalore | Pentesters Approach to AWS IAMDivyanshu
#Abstract:
- Learn more about the real-world methods for auditing AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management) as a pentester. So let us proceed with a brief discussion of IAM as well as some typical misconfigurations and their potential exploits in order to reinforce the understanding of IAM security best practices.
- Gain actionable insights into AWS IAM policies and roles, using hands on approach.
#Prerequisites:
- Basic understanding of AWS services and architecture
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts
- Experience using the AWS Management Console or AWS CLI.
- For hands on lab create account on [killercoda.com](https://killercoda.com/cloudsecurity-scenario/)
# Scenario Covered:
- Basics of IAM in AWS
- Implementing IAM Policies with Least Privilege to Manage S3 Bucket
- Objective: Create an S3 bucket with least privilege IAM policy and validate access.
- Steps:
- Create S3 bucket.
- Attach least privilege policy to IAM user.
- Validate access.
- Exploiting IAM PassRole Misconfiguration
-Allows a user to pass a specific IAM role to an AWS service (ec2), typically used for service access delegation. Then exploit PassRole Misconfiguration granting unauthorized access to sensitive resources.
- Objective: Demonstrate how a PassRole misconfiguration can grant unauthorized access.
- Steps:
- Allow user to pass IAM role to EC2.
- Exploit misconfiguration for unauthorized access.
- Access sensitive resources.
- Exploiting IAM AssumeRole Misconfiguration with Overly Permissive Role
- An overly permissive IAM role configuration can lead to privilege escalation by creating a role with administrative privileges and allow a user to assume this role.
- Objective: Show how overly permissive IAM roles can lead to privilege escalation.
- Steps:
- Create role with administrative privileges.
- Allow user to assume the role.
- Perform administrative actions.
- Differentiation between PassRole vs AssumeRole
Try at [killercoda.com](https://killercoda.com/cloudsecurity-scenario/)
Redefining brain tumor segmentation: a cutting-edge convolutional neural netw...IJECEIAES
Medical image analysis has witnessed significant advancements with deep learning techniques. In the domain of brain tumor segmentation, the ability to
precisely delineate tumor boundaries from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
scans holds profound implications for diagnosis. This study presents an ensemble convolutional neural network (CNN) with transfer learning, integrating
the state-of-the-art Deeplabv3+ architecture with the ResNet18 backbone. The
model is rigorously trained and evaluated, exhibiting remarkable performance
metrics, including an impressive global accuracy of 99.286%, a high-class accuracy of 82.191%, a mean intersection over union (IoU) of 79.900%, a weighted
IoU of 98.620%, and a Boundary F1 (BF) score of 83.303%. Notably, a detailed comparative analysis with existing methods showcases the superiority of
our proposed model. These findings underscore the model’s competence in precise brain tumor localization, underscoring its potential to revolutionize medical
image analysis and enhance healthcare outcomes. This research paves the way
for future exploration and optimization of advanced CNN models in medical
imaging, emphasizing addressing false positives and resource efficiency.
Comparative analysis between traditional aquaponics and reconstructed aquapon...bijceesjournal
The aquaponic system of planting is a method that does not require soil usage. It is a method that only needs water, fish, lava rocks (a substitute for soil), and plants. Aquaponic systems are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Its use not only helps to plant in small spaces but also helps reduce artificial chemical use and minimizes excess water use, as aquaponics consumes 90% less water than soil-based gardening. The study applied a descriptive and experimental design to assess and compare conventional and reconstructed aquaponic methods for reproducing tomatoes. The researchers created an observation checklist to determine the significant factors of the study. The study aims to determine the significant difference between traditional aquaponics and reconstructed aquaponics systems propagating tomatoes in terms of height, weight, girth, and number of fruits. The reconstructed aquaponics system’s higher growth yield results in a much more nourished crop than the traditional aquaponics system. It is superior in its number of fruits, height, weight, and girth measurement. Moreover, the reconstructed aquaponics system is proven to eliminate all the hindrances present in the traditional aquaponics system, which are overcrowding of fish, algae growth, pest problems, contaminated water, and dead fish.
Discover the latest insights on Data Driven Maintenance with our comprehensive webinar presentation. Learn about traditional maintenance challenges, the right approach to utilizing data, and the benefits of adopting a Data Driven Maintenance strategy. Explore real-world examples, industry best practices, and innovative solutions like FMECA and the D3M model. This presentation, led by expert Jules Oudmans, is essential for asset owners looking to optimize their maintenance processes and leverage digital technologies for improved efficiency and performance. Download now to stay ahead in the evolving maintenance landscape.
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Introduction, Modeling Concepts and Class Modeling: What is Object orientation? What is OO development? OO Themes; Evidence for usefulness of OO development; OO modeling history. Modeling
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2. Solar Power: A brief history
• 7th century B.C. – A
magnifying glass is used to
concentrate the sun’s rays
to light fires for light, warmth
and cooking.
• 1st - 4th century – Roman
bath houses are built with
large, south-facing windows
to aid in temperature control
• 13th century – Ancestors of
the Pueblo people known
as the Anasazi build south-
facing cliff dwellings that
capture the warmth of the
winter sun.
Above: Anasazi cliff dwellings demonstrate
passive solar design techniques. Passive
design is also noted in the architecture of early
Mesopotania and the highly developed
societies of early South America.
[from www.eere.energy.gov]
3. Solar Power: A brief history
• 1839 – French scientist Edmond Becquerel discovers the
photovoltaic effect while experimenting with an electrolytic cell
composed of two metal electrodes in conducting solution.
• 1954 – Chapin, Fuller and Pearson at Bell Telephone
Laboratories develop the first silicon photovoltaic (or PV). It’s
the first solar cell capable of generating enough power from
the sun to run everyday electrical equipment.
• Mid-1950s to 1960 – PV efficiency increases from 6%
efficiency to 14% in 1960 (Hoffman Electronics). Silicon solar
cells become the most widely accepted energy source for
space applications.
• 1970 – Dr. Elliot Berman in conjunction with Exxon
Corporation designs a significantly less costly solar cell,
bringing the price down from $100 per watt to $20 per watt.
4. Solar Power: A brief history
• 1970s – Energy Crisis: Oil costs $40/barrel, Solar R&D
budget increases to $150 million and a 40% tax credit is
offered for residential solar system installs up to $10,000.
• 1978 – NASA’s Lewis Research Center installs a 3.5-kilowatt
photovoltaic system on Papago Indian Reservation in AZ.
The world’s first village PV system provides enough electricity
for 15 homes and eventually for the entire village (in 1983).
• 1982 – The first megawatt-scale PV power station goes on
line in Hisperia, CA.
• 1985 – Researchers at University of South Wales break the
20% efficiency barrier for silicon solar cells.
• Mid-1980s – Oil costs $10/barrel, solar R&D funding is
slashed 75% and residential tax credits are eliminated. 90%
of solar thermal manufacturers go out of business.
5. Solar Power: A brief history
• 1993 – Pacific Gas and
Electric Company installs
the first grid-supported PV
system in Kerman, CA.
This 500-kilowatt system is
the first “distributed power”
PV installation.
• 1996 – The U.S.
Department of Energy and
an industry consortium
begin operating Solar Two –
an upgrade to the Solar
One concentrating solar
power tower.
6. Solar Power: A brief history
• 1998 – Subhendu Guha invents
the flexible solar shingle.
• 1999 – Spectrolab, Inc. and the
National Renewable Energy
Laboratory develop a 32.3%
efficient solar cell.
• 2001 – Home Depot begins
selling residential solar power
systems in three San Diego
store, expanding sales to 61
stores nationwide a year later.
• 2002 – PowerLight Corporation
installs the largest rooftop solar
power system in the U.S. – a
1.18 megawatt system at the
Santa Rita Jail in CA.
Above: Santa Rita Jail in Dublin, CA.
This 1.18 megawatt PV system spans
three (3) acres and supplies 30% of the
jail electricity.
[Credit: PowerLight Corporation]
7. • Declining costs coupled with improved reliability, efficiency
and availability have led to an increase in active solar
technology use and application worldwide. PV technologies
have shown large utility-connected application increases for
homes and businesses. Japan, Germany and the United
States have led this boom, with California leading the way for
the US.
• A flourishing solar industry (particularly grid-connected)
requires three main ingredients: government support,
competitive pricing (which may require high electric prices and
abundant sunshine.
• Passive technologies are frequently integrated in new building
construction.
• Environmentally conscious consumers have long seen the
potential benefits PV systems offer: a quiet, clean energy
alternative with no moving parts.
8.
9.
10. Solar Power: Solar today
• Domestic sales of PVs doubled in 1999, and PV costs have
plummeted form $1.00/kWh in 1980 to $0.20/kWh in 2000.
• The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that costs will be
cut in half again in the next few years.
• Solar water heating, which is cost competitive in much of the
U.S., is used in 2.1 million buildings in the U.S.; Tokyo alone
has one that 1 million buildings using the technology.
• In 2003, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue installed a 9-kilowatt PV
system which feeds directly into the White House distribution
system. Two solar thermal systems were also installed: one
to heat the pool and spa and one to provide domestic hot
water.
• Common PV applications included telecommuncations
equipment, consumer products, emergency power, space
applications, building integration systems, water pumps, solar
lighting, gate openings and roofing materials.
11. Solar Power: Financing & Incentives
• The cost of a solar system is directly proportional to how
much energy is required. Most vendors offer package
systems that range from 1 kW for a small energy-efficient
home to 2.5 kW for an average large home.
• To determine the desired size for a grid-connected solar
electric system the following questions should be considered:
– What is your monthly electrical usage?
– How much can you reduce your electrical use?
– What percentage of electrical needs do you want to meet with
your system?
– What is the amount of sunlight available at your site?
– What is the rated output of the solar electric panels you are
considering purchasing?
– How many panels are needed? What is your expected peak
load? What size inverter do you need? What size battery bank
do you require?
12. Solar Power: Financing & Incentives
• A typical household PV system costs between $10,000
and $40,000, before incentives and rebates. The
average home could meet 80% of its electricity needs
with a 2 kW system.
• The primary factors influencing PV economics
– Amount of direct sunshine your location receives.
• The amount of solar energy falling per square meter in Arizona in
June is typically three times greater than that falling in Maine.
• The quantity is also affected by the time of day, the climate and
regional air pollution.
– Cost of electric grid power.
– Long-term interest rates.
– Available government incentives, subsidies and rebates.
• Corporate Deduction: Franchise Tax Deduction
• Property Tax Exemption
• Utility Loan Programs: Austin Energy Solar Loan Program
• Utility Green Pricing Programs: Austin Green Choice
• Outreach Programs: Texas Million Solar Roofs Partnership
13. Solar Power: 2003/2004 Energy Bill
• Proposed Residential Solar Tax Credits:
– Residential PV and solar water heating installations
receive a tax credit equal to 15% of the total cost of
equipment, capped at $2,000 each.
• Proposed Renewable Energy Research and
Development Appropriation Levels:
– $595,000,000 for FY 2004
– $683,000,000 for FY 2005
– $733,000,000 for FY 2006
14. Solar Power: The Future
• The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy
Technologies Program predicts that major breakthroughs
will occur in PV research and development which
include:
– New materials
– New cell designs
– Novel approaches to product development
– Solar transportation
– Solar clothing
• A desert area 10 miles by 15 miles could provide 20,000
megawatts of power.
• If solar cells were placed on the rooftops of the ten (10)
largest U.S. retail chains (Walmart, Target, etc.), the
electricity needs of the United States could theoretically
be met.
15. Solar Power: The Future
• The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that
by 2020, solar energy costs will be competitive
with fossil fuels. It is projected that by 2020,
retail electricity (intermediate load) will be $0.04
- $0.06/kWh.
• To achieve this “goal”, a total commitment is
required:
– Robust and timely federal R&D solar energy program
– Innovative minds in the field
– State and federal government incentives
– Education and resource availability
16. Solar Power: How Solar Works
• Solar cells are converters.
They take energy from the
sunlight and convert that
energy into electricity.
• Most solar cells are made
from silicon, which is a “semi-
conductor” or a “semi-metal”
• Solar cells are made by
joining two types of semi-
conducting material: P-type
and N-type.
• At the atomic level, light
consists of pure energy
particles, called “photons”.
Above: The world’s largest solar power
facility near Kramer Junction, CA. The
facility covers more than 1000 acres
with a capacity of 150 megawatts.
[www.eere.energy.gov]
18. Solar Power: How Solar Works
Above: The photons from the sun penetrate and randomly strike the
silicon atoms. The atom becomes ionized, passing energy to
the outer electron, thereby allowing the outer electron to break
free from the atom. An electric current is created.
[www.powerlight.com]
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Solar Power
• Active Solar systems and technology
• Active solar systems use solar collectors and additional electricity to power pumps or
fans to distribute the sun's energy. The heart of a solar collector is a black absorber
which converts the sun's energy into heat. The heat is then transferred to another
location for immediate heating or for storage for use later. The heat is transferred by
circulating water, antifreeze or sometimes air
• Passive solar Technology
• A passive system does not use a mechanical device to distribute solar heat from a
collector. An example of a passive system for space heating is a sunspace or solar
greenhouse on the south side of the house. Although passive systems are simpler, they
may be impractical for a variety of reasons
• Eere.energy.gov
20. What is Active Solar
• Harnessing incoming solar
radiation through the use of solar
collectors to produce energy
• Uses include water heating for use
in the home and in swimming
pools. As well as space heating in
the home
Active solar System
Newenery.org
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Solar energy production
systems
• Photovoltaic Cells : the building block of
solar energy
• Trough Solar Systems-large scale energy
production
• C.S.P. – Concentrating Solar Power
22. Photovoltaic Cells
• Solar cells convert sunlight directly into electricity. They
are made of semiconducting materials similar to those
used in computer chips. When sunlight is absorbed by
these materials, the solar energy knocks electrons loose
from their atoms, allowing the electrons to flow through
the material to produce electricity. This process of
converting light (photons) to electricity (voltage) is called
the photovoltaic (PV) effect.
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Photovoltaic Cells
• Commercial photovoltaic cells
deliver, as electricity,
approximately 15% of the solar
energy that hits them. Technical
improvements are steadily
increasing the efficiency and
reducing the cost.
(solarenergysociety.ca)
• However high performance
cells in development now are
producing energy from nearly
one third of the suns incoming
energy!!
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Trough systems
• Parabolic-trough systems concentrate
the sun's energy through long
rectangular, curved (U-shaped) mirrors.
The mirrors are tilted toward the sun,
focusing sunlight on a pipe that runs
down the center of the trough. This
heats the oil flowing through the pipe.
The hot oil then is used to boil water in a
conventional steam generator to
produce electricity.
• A collector field comprises many troughs
in parallel rows aligned on a north-south
axis. This configuration enables the
single-axis troughs to track the sun from
east to west during the day to ensure that
the sun is continuously focused on the
receiver pipes. Individual trough systems
currently can generate about 80
megawatts of electricity, enough to power
a city of 110,000 people. Of course,
individual systems can be grouped to
provide more power.
• Often these systems are “hybridized”
with fossil fuels to produce power 24
hours a day.
• The first parabolic trough solar power
plant became operational in 1984, and
continues to provide power today.
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CSP
• A dish/engine system uses a
mirrored dish (similar to a very
large satellite dish). The dish-
shaped surface collects and
concentrates the sun's heat onto a
receiver, which absorbs the heat
and transfers it to fluid within the
engine. The heat causes the fluid
to expand against a piston or
turbine to produce mechanical
power. The mechanical power is
then used to run a generator or
alternator to produce electricity
• (NREL.com)
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Passive Solar
• A passive system does not use a mechanical device to distribute
solar heat from a collector. An example of a passive system for
space heating is a sunspace or solar greenhouse on the south side
of the house. Although passive systems are simpler, they may be
impractical for a variety of reasons
• Solar home design- layout
1.Direct Gain- sunlight directly enters the space it is
intended to heat, and is stored and released in that
area.
2.Indirect gain- Trombie Walls
3.Isolated Gain- sun rooms
• Heating
• Lighting
27. Solar Home Design
• Aperture (Collector): the large glass (window) area through which sunlight enters
the building. Typically, the aperture(s) should face within 30 degrees of true south and
should not be shaded by other buildings or trees from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day
during the heating season.
• Absorber: the hard, darkened surface of the storage element. This surface—which
could be that of a masonry wall, floor, or partition (phase change material), or that of
a water container—sits in the direct path of sunlight. Sunlight hits the surface and is
absorbed as heat.
• Thermal mass: the materials that retain or store the heat produced by sunlight. The
difference between the absorber and thermal mass, although they often form the
same wall or floor, is that the absorber is an exposed surface whereas storage is the
material below or behind that surface.
• Distribution: the method by which solar heat circulates from the collection and
storage points to different areas of the house. A strictly passive design will use the
three natural heat transfer modes—conduction, convection, and radiation—
exclusively. In some applications, however, fans, ducts, and blowers may help with
the distribution of heat through the house.
• Control: roof overhangs can be used to shade the aperture area during summer
months. Other elements that control under- and/or overheating include: electronic
sensing devices, such as a differential thermostat that signals a fan to turn on;
operable vents and dampers that allow or restrict heat flow; low-emissivity blinds; and
awnings.
28. Solar Home Design
• In the northern hemisphere the south side of a home or building
always receives the most solar radiation, or light.
• Therefore orienting a home with its broad side towards the south,
and placing more windows on that side and the least amount on the
west optimizes the effects of the sun in the winter.
• Homes designed with extended overhangs or “eves” around the
homes roof line aid in shading of the high summer suns rays.
• Using a 6 inch exterior wall width also aids in the insulation of the
home. As well as using quality double pained windows, with wood or
vinyl casements to lower heat exchange through the materials.
• Also a heat absorbent flooring material used beneath south facing
windows helps in radiant heating of the home.
29. Solar Home Design
• A window's heat transmittance is measured by U-factor. A smaller U-
factor provides more insulating value than a larger one. The smaller
the number, the better. With today's technology, a window is
considered energy efficient if its U-factor is less than 0.40. To
achieve this energy-efficiency standard, the glass is coated with a
very thin layer of material that is engineered to transmit or reject
certain frequencies of radiation. This coated glass is called low-
emissivity (low-e) glass.
• Glass's transmittance is measured by solar heat gain coefficient
(SHGC), which is a decimal number less than one. A number of 0.60
means that 60 percent of the solar radiation passes into the house
and 40 percent is rejected back into the environment. Passive solar
heating requires a high SHGC—in other words, a window that lets
solar radiation pass into the space.
30. Solar Home Design
• Quite often passive solar homes are built using glass that rejects
solar energy (low SHGC). This can be a costly mistake. When
selecting the glass, here are some general rules of thumb you can
follow:
• East- and west-facing glass should have a low SHGC (less than
0.40).
• South-facing glass should have a high SHGC if the house has a
proper overhang. If it doesn't, you'll need a low SHGC glass, but then
you won't have a solar house because you're rejecting the solar gain.
• The SHGC makes little difference on the north facade. Because
most windows get low U-values by adding low-e coatings, it comes
at a price.
• Typically, the low U-value windows also reject most solar gains (low
SHGC). Therefore, it may be difficult to buy a low U-value window
with a high SHGC. The right choice is dependent upon the climate.
31. Passive heating
• Trombie Wall- basically a thermal mass on the interior of a home
heated by sunlight from south facing windows that then radiates
heat throughout the interior of the home. Solid masonry wall works well –
storing about 200 calories per kg per degree centigrade. The more massive
the better. Also needs to be thermally conductive so that the energy stored
in one place moves uniformly across the wall for re-radiation. Also dark
colored.
• Solarium- greenhouses or sunrooms attached to the home can
provide substantial heat resources for a home.
32. Solar Energy in Texas
Texas has more renewable energy
potential than any other state due
to its size and diverse climate.
The main obstacle is developing
technology that can tap non-
polluting resource.
33. TEXAS FACTS
• TX is largest user of energy in the US
• TX is the sixth largest user of energy in the
world
• TX imported 7 billion dollars of energy last
year, and this amount increases by 1
billion dollars each year
• In less than 40 minutes, Texas receives
more solar energy than all fossil fuels used
in America could produce in one year.
34. Solar Resources in Texas
• Texas Solar Energy Society for Texas
• Texas Renewable Energy Industries
Assoc.
• Texas Renewable Energy Education
Campaign
• Texas Million Solar Roofs Partnership
35. Texas Solar Energy Society
• Non-profit organization educating citizens, gov’t and
institutions on readiness and benefits of renewable
energy technologies and their practical applications.
• Research projects include passive solar buildings,
natural lighting for buildings, solar electric cars, wind
powered electricity, hydropower, solar thermal
applications, renewable and general energy education
• The TXSES chapter in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is
called the North Texas Renewable Energy Group, or
"NTREG
• For more info go to www.txses.org
36. Texas Renewable Energy
Industries Association
• A non-profits consisting of over 100member companies
and organizations providing products, services and
information in the areas of solar electricity and hot water,
small and large wind generation, and more!
• A referral service for individuals, companies and
agencies seeking access to renewable energy expertise
and technology.
• Maintain an effective relationship with our local, state,
and national governments.
• Increase public awareness of the "here and now"
contribution of renewables, as well as of their vast
potential.
37. Texas Renewable Energy
Education Campaign
(TEED)
• NEED programs in Texas provide energy education
curriculum materials and training to K-12 students and
teachers.
• TX NEED Project
Contact: Mary Spruill
NEED Project
PO Box 10101
Manassas, VA 20108
TEL: (703) 257-1117
FAX: (703) 257-0037
EMAIL: info@need.org
WEB: www.need.org
38. Texas Million Solar Roofs
Partnership
• Texas Million Solar Roofs Partnership (TMSRP) was
formed in August, 1999 with seventeen charter
members. Each of these member organizations signed a
TMSRTP agreement form, committing to a specific
number of solar installations by 2010. In September
1999, Texas became the MSRI's 41st partner.
• TMRSP will help solar instillations by
• piloting a certification and accreditation program for PV practitioners
training and certification program
• developing and implementing a plan for the MSR registry
• communicating the program's progress and results through a variety of
methods, like e-newsletters, this web site, and press releases
39. Where is MSRI now?
• To date, 178.3 kW of PV and 13,500 sf of
Solar Hot Water Heating systems plus 8
residential units have been installed.
• ?Are one of the 8 residential units include
Bush’s Crawford ranch?
• Published 3/17/04
40. County Examples
• El Paso Solar Energy Association
• Solar San Antonio, Inc.
• North Texas Renewable Energy Group
http://www.txses.org/ntreg.php
41. El Paso Solar Energy Association
• The El Paso Solar Energy Association (EPSEA), a non-
profit, was founded in 1978 and is the oldest,
continuously active, local solar organization in the United
States.
• Purpose is to help facilitate the further development and
implementation of solar energy and other renewable
energies with an economic, social, ecologic, and
education perspective predominantly in the Western
Texas, southern New Mexico, and Northern Mexico
• Conducts demonstrations, info booths, and project
development work in the above regions about renewable
energy.
42. Solar San Antonio
• Non-profit working to educate and advocate a viable
future for future people in San Antonio and South Texas
using renewable energy and sustainable practices.
• Working with multiple services to create a showcase of
solar energy.
• Assisting to provide an exemplary solar powered
commercial building.
• Partner with SA Development Agency to provide energy
efficiency, solar hot water, and electricity to a low income
family.
• Establish a resource center
• Assist SAISD to implement a solar installation.
43. NTREG
• The TXSES chapter in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is
called the North Texas Renewable Energy Group, or
"NTREG". They maintain a discussion group at
http://groups.yahoo.com, named "ntreg", and schedule
regular meetings. For more information, please join the
discussion group or contact Mike Correale.
44. Federal Resources:
Solar Energy Technologies
Program
• One of 11 programs within the U.S. Department of
Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable
Energy.
• Focus on developing solar energy technologies to
power our world.
• The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
under DOE
• Great resource for general source of information, links to
incentives by state, and for potential research partners in
industry or university.
• Lots of grant information for projects!!!!
• http://www.eere.energy.gov/solar/
45. Federal Programs
Million Solar Roofs- Clinton set up June 1997
• an initiative to install solar energy systems on one million
U.S. buildings by 2010, specifically solar electric systems &
solar thermal systems
• By soliciting volunteer participation with state, local, and
groups the DOE hopes to remove barriers to solar energy
use and to develop and strengthen demand for solar
energy products and applications by developing a pool of
existing federal lending and financial options and
leveraging other financial support.
• The MSRI participates in state incentives and other
resources. National Database of State Incentives for
Renewable Energy & partnerships can apply annually with
DOE grants. In 2001, 34 partners received $1.5 mil for
development & implementation activities.
46.
47. Federal Programs cnt’d
Rebuild America (U.S. Dept of Energy)
• Part of the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable
Energy. Rebuild America is a network of hundreds of
community based projects across the nation who are
saving energy by enhancing the quality of life through
energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies.
Created by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in 1994,
Rebuild America serves as a mechanism for revitalization
and job creation in many U.S. communities.
• Energy Education- provides materials, resources and
background information to teachers and parents who are
interested in facilitating learning through the investigation
of energy efficient topics.
• Energy Sources : This includes having students learn the
changing sources for energy over time, various uses for energy,
and the sources of energy. It also introduces the concept of
renewable and non-renewable categories for energy sources.
48. Energy Plan
• Tax credits of up to $2,000 for installing solar panels on
residential homes.
• While solar energy technologies have undergone
technological and cost improvements and are well
established in high value market areas continued
research is needed to reduce costs and improve
efficiency. Solar accounts for 1% of renewable electricity
generation and 0.02% of total U.S. electrical supply.
• Ironic eh since both the Crawford Ranch and the White
House are powered by solar energy!
• Also,
49. Suggestions for state & local
incentives
• At the present time there are no financial assistance
programs for individual homeowners purchasing solar
energy systems. However, consumers can take
advantage of net energy billing, property tax and
franchise tax exemptions Property Tax Exemption
• There is a need for incentives for homebuilders,
homeowners, and businesses to invest in solar.
• Money taken off other bills for selling your excess
power back to the city.
50. Local
• Manufacturers
• Examples of solar technology
– Large (PV’s)
– Small, examples
• Solar powered sensor light
• Solar powered rechargeable battery
• Solar cookers
51. Why Solar?
Solar Energy can benefit the US by:
reduce our dependence on imported fuels
stimulate our economy by creating jobs in the
manufacturing and installation of solar energy
systems
diversify our energy supply
offset greenhouse gas emissions