Because photovoltaic (PV) solar systems use the full spectrum of light, the ultraviolet rays are still charging the system, even when the sunlight isn’t visible. Obviously, the system will produce more power on bright sunny days. In the event of
Solar systems that produce electricity are known as photovoltaic, or PV, systems. The term “photovoltaics” refers to the direct conversion of light into electricity at the atomic level, using silicon semiconductor materials. The power produced in direct current, or DC.
Any project built at the RTS has to be done in conjunction with the State Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), who is responsible for insuring that closed and capped landfills do not pose an environmental threat. The system can be
The PV panels, mounted in frames (arrays), would go on top of the capped former landfill. (This is the flat-topped “hill” that you see, behind the transfer station area.) The transfer station, yard waste and composting areas won’t be affected.
The October 12th 10% Energy Challenge Plaque Presentation ceremony can be seen on the Needham Channel starting this Thursday, October 18th. The presentation of a brass plaque at Needham’s Powers Hall on October 12th was the culmination of Green Needham’s
Green Needham Collaborative wrapped up its 10% Energy Challenge campaign with the presentation of a brass plaque at Needham’s Powers Hall on Friday, October 12. The plaque honors the Town of Needham for its sustainability accomplishments and lists 32 local
This November 6th, Needham voters, along with the rest of the 4th Massachusetts Congressional District, will be choosing a new Representative in Congress. We think it’s important to understand the thinking, views and positions of the candidates on issues of
With the presentation of a brass plaque at Needham’s Powers Hall on Friday, October 12 at 9 a.m., Green Needham Collaborative is wrapping up its Needham 1,000 energy reduction campaign. The plaque honors the Town of Needham for its sustainability
Needham took a step toward deploying solar PV at the closed landfill this past Tuesday, September 11th, when the Board of Selectmen voted to appoint a Solar Exploratory Committee. The committee will have the ability to also look at possibilities
Green Needham’s September newsletter featured our two priority initiatives for 2012-13: Solar PV at the RTS – getting solar PV installed at the RTS to provide renewable energy and cost savings for the town Home Energy Savings – building on
