
The PV Power Map is a report of national solar resource availability as illustrated by the monthly energy output of a nominal 1-kilowatt (kW) photovoltaic (PV) system by location. Comparing monthly maps makes it possible to see how irradiance and associated PV system power output vary over time from region to region, often with unexpected results. For example, compare January and February solar resource availability on the eastern seaboard with the Gulf Coast.

The May 2012 issue of SOLAR TODAY is online. See issue highlights, search the digital edition and share articles. Start now!

The mass media seem to love stories about building-mounted wind turbines, even though bona fide manufacturers, professional installers and knowledgeable rebate program managers actively discourage their purchase and installation. Read more.

Ed Mazria, founder of Architecture 2030, will deliver a plenary address on Tuesday morning, May 15, at the World Renewable Energy Forum in Denver, Colo.

Dona McClain’s first day at the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) was in January 1984. She will retire at the end of this month.