🌞🔋 10 Fun Facts About Solar Energy and the Science Behind It! 🔋🌞 Abundant Energy: The sun provides more energy to Earth in one hour than the entire world uses in a year! Harnessing even a fraction of this power can meet all our energy needs. Photovoltaic Magic: Solar panels work through the photovoltaic effect, discovered by French scientist Edmond Becquerel in 1839. It’s the process where sunlight is converted directly into electricity. Solar Cells Evolution: The first practical photovoltaic cell was developed in 1954 by Bell Labs. Today’s solar cells are much more efficient, converting up to 22% of sunlight into electricity. Space Power: Solar energy powers nearly all satellites orbiting Earth, making it essential for telecommunications, weather forecasting, and space exploration. Eco-Friendly: Solar energy production doesn’t produce greenhouse gases or pollutants, making it a clean and sustainable energy source. Net Metering: Many homes with solar panels are equipped with net metering, allowing homeowners to sell excess energy back to the grid, reducing their energy bills. Durable Panels: Solar panels are incredibly durable and can last over 25 years, providing long-term benefits and savings. Innovative Designs: Advances in solar technology include solar windows, solar roof tiles, and even solar paint, expanding the possibilities of solar energy integration. Rapid Growth: Solar power is the fastest-growing source of new energy worldwide. In 2020 alone, global solar capacity increased by over 127 gigawatts! Economic Impact: The solar industry is a major job creator. In the U.S., solar jobs have grown 167% over the past decade, far outpacing overall job growth. Solar energy isn’t just about cutting-edge technology; it’s about creating a sustainable and innovative future. Harness the power of the sun! 🌿⚡ Are you in the renewable space? Would you like to be a part of the Jefferson Wolfe Green-tech community? Follow us for, and join us on the journey to making Europe a Greener place. #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #GreenTech #FutureOfEnergy #SolarPower #Innovation #ClimateChangeSolutions #EnergyScience
Jefferson Wolfe
Staffing and Recruiting
Dartford, England 76,840 followers
The world's best pack of Tech Recruiters!
About us
Jefferson Wolfe. The only Wolfe pack in the recruitment industry. Founded in 2011, we are your strategic partner in building and expanding your tech teams for success. With a particular focus on the renewable energy sector, we bring a deep understanding of the sector, allowing us to source tech talent with industry-specific knowledge. Whether your focus is on solar, wind, hydro, or other clean energy technologies, we connect you with professionals who share your passion.
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http://www.jeffersonwolfe.com
External link for Jefferson Wolfe
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Dartford, England
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Frontend Web Development, Backend Web Development, Mobile Applications, Web Developers, E-Commerce, Mobile Apps, Mobile Gaming, Recruitment, Gaming, JAVA, PHP, Unity, Devops, Graduates, renewable energy, Gaming, Renewable Energy, and Renewables
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Primary
Brunel Way
Dartford, England DA1, GB
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Zieher Business Centers
Hackescher Markt
Berlin Mitte -, DE
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2100 Geng Rd
Palo Alto, California 94303, US
Employees at Jefferson Wolfe
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Richard Long
On a mission to help scale amazing tech brands across Europe *Mentor* *Award Winner* Voted No1 Recruitment Partner 2024
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David Bulmer
Managing Director at Jefferson Wolfe / Building teams to power innovation and disruption in Renewable Energy across Europe and the United States.
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Jaydean Wilson
Recruitment Super Star
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Alex Knight
Recruitment Consultant
Updates
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Ireland, the UK and Belgium have signed a joint statement to enhance cooperation on renewable energy and interconnection projects 🇬🇧🇮🇪🇧🇪💚 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/evmwREuy #renewableenergy #greenenergy #news
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Asher Grindle is hiring for a DevOps Engineer (C1 German) 🇩🇪 This is an 18 months contract with 90% remote working 🏡 As providers of trust services in both analog and digital industries, the secure identities, data and infrastructures that they provide, enable governments, private companies and citizens to act with confidence. Their products and services are “Made in Germany”, and are firmly rooted in the reliable and lawful identification of individuals and institutions. To apply, please send your resume to a.grindle@jeffersonwolfe.com ✉ https://lnkd.in/en88t7i2 #devopsengineer #berlin #contract
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Harriet Foreman is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer based in Austria to work on a permanent basis for an international PV supplier ☀ To apply, please send your CV to h.foreman@jeffersonwolfe.com https://lnkd.in/esWyqs3x #pv #renewableenergy #renewableenergyjobs #greenenergy
Commissioning Engineer Job in Austria - Jefferson Wolfe
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Ryan Sims is hiring for a Release Manager in Berlin 🇩🇪 Your primary tasks will include coordinating activities to establish, operate, and enhance a suitable development and test infrastructure. You will oversee and quality-assure test engineers in the creation of test cases, both automated and manual. To apply please send your cv to r.sims@jeffersonwolfe.com https://lnkd.in/eqX7myHZ #berlinjobs #releasemanager #software #techjobs #jeffersonwolfe
Release Manager Job in Germany - Jefferson Wolfe
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Berlin-based trawa raises €10M to use AI to make buying renewable energy easier for SMEs 👏🏻👏🏻 Trawa’s pitch is that it simplifies energy purchasing and management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by leveraging two things: An AI-powered platform that lets businesses buy from renewable energy sources, and downstream data from the customers themselves about when they need energy most. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e_MEAtkR #renewableenergy #greenenergy #smes #berlin #AI #technews
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Harriet Foreman is working with an international PV supplier who are looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer in Cologne, Germany. You'll be responsible for the supervision of the commissioning process for grid-scale solar PV and electrical energy storage projects across multiple countries and markets, with final validation of the commissioning and test activities. To apply please send your resume to h.foreman@jeffersonwolfe.com ✉ https://lnkd.in/ee5wVHrv #commissioningengineer #germany #renewableenergy #solar #pv #cologne
Commissioning Engineer Job in Germany - Jefferson Wolfe
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#TestimonialTuesday Harriet Foreman has successfully helped an international PV supplier hire a Grid Connection Manager ☀💚 Read the review here: https://lnkd.in/edH-tpHv #solar #PV #photovoltaic #review #renewableenergy #jeffersonwolfe
We have helped an international PV supplier hire a Grid Connection Manager - Jefferson Wolfe
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Ryan Sims is working with a technology company dedicated to developing innovative web solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible. They’re hiring for a Software Developer - React, Vue.JS who is fluent in German and English. To apply please send your resume to r.sims@jeffersonwolfe.com ✉️ https://lnkd.in/erGbRtXs #softwareengineer #softwaredeveloper #techjobs #techcareers #leipzig #jeffersonwolfe
Software Engineer Job in Germany - Jefferson Wolfe
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Solar panel world record broken in huge boost for renewables ☀️🌍 Scientists have broken the world record for solar panel efficiency, less than six months after setting the previous record. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/epAipHRH #solar #solarpanels #renewableenergy #greenenergy #renewables #news