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Energy Department announces funding to develop 'plug-and-play' solar energy systems for homeowners U.S. Department of Energy Share    
As part of the Energy Department's SunShot Initiative, U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced up to $5 million available this year to develop "plug-and-play" photovoltaic systems that can be purchased, installed and operational in one day. This effort is part of the Department's broader strategy to spur solar power deployment by reducing non-hardware, or "soft" costs, such as installation, permitting, and interconnection, which currently amount to more than half of the total cost of residential systems. More Green jobs: Energy efficient lighting market sees steady growth Green-Buildings.com Share
A recent study from Precision Paragon showed that the energy efficient lighting industry has grown steadily despite the recession, and is expected to grow even stronger in 2012. The survey polled over 2,900 energy efficient lighting professionals in the United States. More
William Lam 1924-2012 Architectural Lighting Magazine Share
A true pioneer of architectural lighting, both in terms of project and luminaire design, William Lam, 87, died on April 6 at his home in Cambridge, Mass. His lighting accomplishments are numerous, including an Institute Honor for Collaborative Achievement from the American Institute of Architects in 2000. And yet, many architects and lighting practitioners do not realize the debt they owe to Lam. More Amazon.com introduces AmazonSupply Amazon.com, Inc. via Industrial Distribution Share
Amazon announced a new website dedicated to offering a broad selection of parts and supplies to business, industrial, scientific and commercial customers at competitive prices. Customers can shop for items by product, material and brand across 14 categories, including: More House approves small-business tax-cut measure The Wall Street Journal Share
The House passed on Thursday a Republican plan to cut taxes on small businesses by as much as 20 percent, a measure the party characterized as its answer to President Barack Obama's "Buffett Rule." But the bill, approved on a mostly party-line 253-173 vote, is expected to stall in the Senate and has already drawn a White House veto threat. More FTC and DOE Lighting Facts labels: How do they differ? LEDs Magazine Share
In efforts to simplify the purchase of lighting products including LED retrofit lamps, the Federal Trade Commission mandated its form of a Lighting Facts label, which specifically targeted consumers. The label, which is called a Lighting Facts label just like the DOE label that preceded it, contains similar information but has a different target audience. The FTC label is mandated on medium screw-based products sold in retail environments, while the DOE label is carried by DOE Lighting Facts partners on a voluntary basis and primarily serves lighting professionals. More
Numbers to know: McKinsey on lighting tED Magazine Share
McKinsey & Company touts itself as "the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions." It has a reputation as a significant player in management consulting. So what did it have to say last year, in its 68-page report, Lighting the way: Perspectives on the global lighting market? As you might imagine, the words, graphics and ideas in the report feature LEDs. More Small business advice: Marketing starts with a conversation with your team, not your customers The Washington Post Share
Not all companies these days have the appetite or wallet to conduct long, drawn-out research — which frankly, isn't necessary. However, knowing your market and talking directly to them is always necessary. So where do you start? More Why you should learn to spell OLEDs Electrical Wholesaling Share
Just when you were getting comfortable with the fact that you might someday actually sell light-emitting diodes for general-lighting purposes other than exit signs, there's another new lighting technology over the next hill that one day could give LEDs and all other types of a lamps a real run for their money. More Luxury lodgings get uber eco-friendly msnbc.com (blog) Share
The green-washing of the American hospitality industry has hit such a saturation point that it's become almost obligatory for hotels to distribute placards in every room, asking customers to think twice about sending linens and towels to the laundry. Kitchen gardens, electric vehicle charging stations and soap-recycling programs are just a few of the "sustainability" hooks that hotels use as visible proof of their eco-friendliness. But the hotels that adhere to the most stringent and closely monitored sustainability practices typically prefer not to be lumped in with "eco-hotels." More Financing small businesses: Do's and don'ts Reuters Share
So, you want to know how to finance a small business? For a small business, there are many avenues you can wander down, if you're seeking financing. Here are five ways to finance your small business. More |
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