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promise of limitless and inexpensive energy from the sun has been with us for as
long as most of us can remember. Unfortunately, while significant research and
development has taken place, and progress has been made, the reality of solar
energy in many ways has not lived up to the promise. There is no question,
however, that with sufficient research and development funding and a national
commitment towards clean, renewable solar applications, this huge energy
resource can still be realized.
technology simply makes use of sunlight to generate electricity, provide hot
water, or heat, cool and light buildings. In North Dakota and elsewhere, the
major applications are photovoltaic electricity generation, passive solar design
and daylighting, and solar thermal and hot water heat.
is a brief listing of solar activities supported by the ND Dept. of
Commerce/Division of Community Services (more detail on these and other
activities will be provided in the coming months):
Photovoltaic lighting systems for signs at Cross Ranch State Park, Turtle
River State Park, and the State Hospital in Jamestown;
photovoltaic water pumping system at the Cross Ranch State Park;
demonstration project on solar thermal and hot water systems for homes
assisted by the ND Weatherization program;
Passive solar designs for homes constructed by the Bismarck State College
carpentry program; and
Sponsorship of solar race teams from the University of North Dakota and North
Dakota State University
following internet sites provide useful information on solar applications:
Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Energy Industries Association
American Solar Energy Society
Florida Solar Energy Center
Renewable Energy Policy Project
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