University of Oregon
Solar Radiation Monitoring Laboratory
http://solardat.uoregon.edu/index.html
Solar maps are
available on this website. Used in tandem with immediate meteorological
data they can be used to help size a solar array, design a home or give an idea
what to expect from the sun. Instruction is available to explain the use
of such a map, as well as some background information.
http://www.solarnow.org/activ_2.htmThis
is a pretty decent site but could use some more detailed information.
Solar Now Inc. offers examples of experiments that can be done with household
products to figure out what materials absorb solar energy. There are also
stories about grade school kids designing solar powered cars.
Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA)
The information on this website is presented in a clear and easy-to-access format. Membership to SEPA includes over 120 electric service providers, associations, utilities, government agencies, research organizations, and educational institutes from eight countries. SEPA works directly with Department of Energy on special projects. Topics of interest at this site include, solar power solutions and basics, photovoltaic installation, interconnection information, going solar, publications, events calendar, and solar links. The information covered is more than adequate, but often gives links to more detailed explanations.
Olympia
Solar Workshops Link to Climate
Solutions at The Energy Outreach
Center, 610 East 4th Avenue, Olympia
http://www.solarbuzz.com/index.asp
Solar Buzz
Copious amounts of solar information are available at this site. The concentrated knowledge is geared for international consultation on researching, developing and investing in solar power. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, with operations in Europe and Asia. Global comparisons of solar power installation, and solar energy costs are easily accessible here. This website even doubles as a consumer’s buying guide for solar modules. While there be sure to take a look at the extensive glossary and fast facts. BB
National Center for Photovoltaics
A great site with an over-abundance of information pertaining to photovoltaics; from research and development to fabrication and installation. It'll take as long to go through as it did to read the Renewable Energy chapters. AE
This is the website for Solar Energy International. They offer an amazing amount of workshops on many types of renewable energy sources. They have updates on projects the organization is working on in the United States and in developing countries. AW
www.pvportal.com PV Portal. A link that contains breaking news pertaining to photovoltaic technologies. This site is updated routinely, most recent article listed was February 19. Listings of prices for modules, as well as companies found within countries that manufacture, install or design photovoltaic systems. Found the site easy to use and pertinent. AE