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The Five Scariest Things On Halloween 2011

Once you're done being scared of the goblins and ghouls, there are some larger issues to be scared about. But unlike the undead, these problems can be defeated with a little ingenuity.READ»

100,237 And Growing: The Solar Industry's Job Prospects Are Sunny

Despite the hit it took when Solyndra's 1,000 jobs went away, the solar industry is adding positions at a pace that far outstrips the rest of the economy. READ»

Why Governments Shouldn't Pick Commercial Winners

We already have private sector businesses with solutions that are scaling rapidly. The scary thing is that governments do not know who they are, and therefore have no good way to coordinate with them.READ»

Why It's Not A Bad Thing For Solar Power That Solyndra Went Bankrupt

The end of the solar company--with $1 billion in investments and hundreds of millions in government loans--is bad for the U.S. economy. But the good news is, it failed because solar power is growing too fast.READ»

The 10 Most Innovative Companies in Energy

From GE to SolarCity, these companies are leading the way in creating a greener business world.READ»

Cylindrical Solar Panels: The Future of Renewable Energy-Powered Homes?

Will this student design win DOE's Solar Decathlon and take home $100K?READ»