Friday, January 31, 2014

Car Recalls: The 10 Largest In U.S. History

There are companies involved in car recalls and there are the largest count in the history of USA. Insider Monkey made a posting about "Car Recalls: The 10 Largest In U.S. History". Lately there's been quite a bit of noise in the automobile world about the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the U.S Department of Transportation.

In particular, the NHTSA asked the Chrysler Group to recall about 2.7 million Jeeps, which are considered to be dangerous due to gas tank-related issues. The NHTSA considers that Chrysler should recall Jeep Grand Cherokee produced between 1993 and 2004, and Jeep Liberty models produced during the 2002-2007 period, because these cars' gas tanks (situated in the rear) could be exposed to leakage and subsequent fire in the case of a rear accident.

Thursday, January 30, 2014

The 10 Highest-Rated Videogames of All-Time

Curious about the highest-rated videogames ever? Good thing you found this post!  Insider Monkey made a blog about "The 10 Highest-Rated Videogames of All-Time".

Are you a video game enthusiast? If so, you may be interested in finding out which 10 are the critic community's favorites. Browse our list, you may very well find a few of your favorites on it. The video games that made our countdown were chosen based on reviews and sales.

The Resident Evil series has always been one of the most appreciated games in the industry, and the 4th release has not disappointed fans. This particular video game is a perfect fit for anyone looking for both action and a little bit of horror. Please see Insider Monkey to take a closer look of the rest of the highest-rated videogames of all time.

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

The 7 Most Popular Conspiracy Theories

People are born to be having what they call conspiracy theories. Insider Monkey shares us something to read about "The 7 Most Popular Conspiracy Theories".

Conspiracy theories have been around since the beginning of mankind. It is human nature to wonder, question, find explanations, and formulate opinions on different topics. While there are countless conspiracy theories being circulated out there, we have compiled a list of some of the most widely believed. Browse a little through our countdown to see if there’s one theory you yourself are a fan of.

The Clinton Body County refers to a list of over 50 people, associates of the former US president Bill Clinton, who have died under questionable circumstances. The people who believe in this theory claim that Clinton slowly and inconspicuously ordered the assassination of everyone who stood in the way of his career, one by one. You must visit Insider Monkey in order to see the full article about the most popular conspiracy theories.

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

5 Fascinating Examples Of Genetically Modified Organisms

Do you know what  Genetically Modified Organisms are? You should see some example for the better understanding. Insider Monkey gives you the chance to know about " 5 Fascinating Examples Of Genetically Modified Organisms". Another post that is full of facts to read on.

The world of experimental science is in continuous evolution and one of its milestones is represented by the appearance of such genetically modified organisms. Although you have probably already heard this term before, we assure you that there are tons of things that you still not know about, things which will surprise and shock you at the same time. Below we have compiled a list of the most fascinating details relating to genetically modified organisms.

Unlike the other genetically modified organisms in our countdown, the fabrication of this little lizard has no practical and scientific reason behind it. It was done simply to prove that it can be done. Scientists managed to find a gene in the DNA of the Umbuku, a rare species of lizards living in Africa, which once altered gave them the ability to fly. Currently, there are six flying Umbuku reported to have been created. For the full list regarding the examples of Genetically Modified Organisms, please go to Insider Monkey's site.

Monday, January 27, 2014

The 10 Biggest Corporate Scandals In Modern History

A lot of scandals came out almost everyday but only few are the biggest corporate scandals. With this,  Insider Monkey want us to read about "The 10 Biggest Corporate Scandals In Modern History" and see how interesting it is.

Let’s face it: we all love to gossip about a big scandal every once in a while. Scandals that involve business corporations do not only catch the attention of the media and of the public eye, but they also have a significant impact on the state of the economy. Wondering which are the biggest corporate scandals in history? Well, we have compiled a list of the 10 most spectacular scandals and downfalls involving huge corporations. Let’s take a look at the countdown.

The beloved cyclist, Tour de France champion, cancer survivor and philanthropist, Lance Armstrong does not have the cleanest of records. Following his admission of using performance enhancing drugs, he is now forced to sell his millions worth of shares in a bicycle manufacturing company, SRAM Corporation. For more details about the biggest corporate scandals in modern history, go to the website of Insider Monkey.

Sunday, January 26, 2014

The World’s Most Remote Islands: An Inside Look

If the world is round, will there be such things as the world's most remote islands? I am just wondering about this because I think, a place is considered far depending on the place a person is staying. Regardless of that, Insider Monkey brings you "The World’s Most Remote Islands: An Inside Look" to give an idea where to find peace.

Can you honestly say that you’ve never dreamt of leaving your busy life behind you and retreating on a remote island, somewhere in the middle of nowhere? Well, most of us have probably had this fantasy at one point or another. 

We would like to present you with some of the world’s most remote islands. Admittedly, not all of the islands in our countdown are the idyllic paradise you might expect, but they are certainly the most secluded places on earth. Would you dare to live on one of them? Should you visit Insider Monkey for the full details with regards to the world's most remote islands. 

Saturday, January 25, 2014

The 8 Most Earth-Like Planets Scientists Have Discovered…So Far

Scientists said that there are the most earth-like planets. Would you like to know them? Insider Monkey has a post about "The 8 Most Earth-Like Planets Scientists Have Discovered…So Far". You should read the post about them.

Could you imagine life on any other planet than Earth? Well, while the possibility of this existing has neither been confirmed or denied, scientists have discovered several planets that hold some similarities to our mother land. While more research on the matter has to be undertaken, there are voices that have stated these planets could potentially support life.

The planets in our top 8 were ranked according to how they score on the Earth Similarity Index, a scale devised by researchers in an attempt to evaluate how habitable a certain planet is. Let’s take a look at the countdown. To see the all the most earth-like planets, visit the website of Insider Monkey.

Friday, January 24, 2014

What Is a Phobia? See The 10 Most Feared

All of us has our own fear or what we call phobia. What is yours? See "What Is a Phobia? See The 10 Most Feared", an article made by Insider Monkey and see if your phobia is worst than those in the list.
A phobia represents the irrational and persistent fear a person holds against a particular thing, living creature, or situation. Numerous people are afflicted by phobias and some of the most common such disorders include the fear of spiders or of heights.

However, there are other frequent phobias you should know about and we have compiled a list of the ten most common.

Such phobias usually develop during childhood years and are sometimes treatable or manageable through the use of various therapies. However, even though it is not necessarily a severe medical disorder, a phobia can significantly decrease the quality of life of the person living with it. For the complete list of the most featured phobia,you may visit the website of Insider Monkey.

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Sodastream International Ltd’s Top 10 Flavors

Sodastream International Ltd has is top flavors which I think, people love as well. Insider Monkey made an article of "Sodastream International Ltd’s Top 10 Flavors".
People from all around the world, especially from the USA, have had a long relationship with soda, pop, or whatever you choose to call it. Especially in the case of the U.S., soda (we prefer the former) has been the most popular drink for many years, even outrunning water in some areas (yes, seriously). And while there are companies specialized in producing sparkling beverages like The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE:PEP), whose brands are leaders of their respective marketplace, there is one company that has conquered this market from another angle.

This company is Sodastream International Ltd (NASDAQ:SODA). Headquartered in Israel, SodaStream is specialized in production of soda-making machines as well as a large range of flavors. Please take some time to see Insider Monkey for the  top flavors of Sodastream International Ltd.

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

The 9 Largest Private Armies In The World. What Are They Fighting For?

There are the largest private armies in the world and are said to have something to fight for. Insider Monkey shared us a blog of "The 9 Largest Private Armies In The World. What Are They Fighting For?".

Even though nowadays many countries are struggling to protect peace, there are several official "war" conflict zones on Earth. In many cases, major countries can interfere with their own troops. However, in order to prevent the risk of losing soldiers from a national army, or in case a country doesn’t have enough of a military force, a government can hire mercenaries.

Mercenaries are soldiers who are fighting in exchange for a gain or material compensation. If we look back in the history, such military force was used for thousands of years in Ancient Greece, Egypt, and the Roman Empire.You may take a look at Insider Monkey for the largest private armies in the world.

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

The 10 Best Job Markets Today: A Country-By-Country Look

Your current job might be one of the best job markets today. Wanna know them?   Insider Monkey created "The 10 Best Job Markets Today: A Country-By-Country Look" for you to be familiarize about them.
The job market, like all other markets, is influenced by the overall state of the economy. Since the global economy is still in the process of recovering from the most recent financial crisis, rising unemployment has lead to a host of problems, including an augmented level of protests, below-average real output, and others.

This is especially true for recent college graduates, but adults with years of experience also might find it pretty hard to get a new job. Increased layoffs inherently lead to a higher level of competitiveness; in one of its most recent research studies, Gallup discovered that in 2012, 57% of adults were considering that it is not a good time for them to find a job in their cities, or respective countries. Go to the site of Insider Monkey for the complete list of the best job markets today.

Monday, January 20, 2014

The 10 Most Powerful Countries In The World: Military

The most powerful countries are different from the richest one. When a country is rich, it does not mean it is powerful.   Insider Monkey created "The 10 Most Powerful Countries In The World: Military".

We remember from our history classes that some of the most extensively studied events from our past were wars, because they better reflect relationships between countries. Almost everyday, mass media reflect situations in different war zones. A war is a very significant event in a country's development, because aside from bringing a lot of destruction and casualties, they reflect the military powers of countries involved in the conflict.

Even though most countries are struggling to keep peace and maintain good relationships with their states, almost every country still invests a significant amount of its budget in defense, because it is the only way it can assure its integrity and can protect it from a possible exterior threat. In order to assure that, countries are competing and trying to achieve a higher level of military power. Please spend some time in visiting Insider Monkey's blog for more information about the most powerful countries in the world.

Sunday, January 19, 2014

The 10 Weirdest Ice Cream Flavors

Ice cream, just like chocolates is everyone favorites. Would you still consider it your favorite if you taste the weirdest ice cream flavors?  "The 10 Weirdest Ice Cream Flavors" was written by Insider Monkey for us to be aware of ice cream's weirdest flavor.

Ice cream is one of the world's favorite desserts, which every one of us has adored since childhood. This is especially true over the summer, when high temperatures outside make people crave for something cold and refreshing. Companies like Dunkin Brands Group Inc (NASDAQ:DNKN), Unilever N.V. (ADR) (NYSE:UN), or General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) have made good moves by acquiring and developing ice cream brands.

Dunkin Brands Group Inc (NASDAQ:DNKN) is playing in the ice cream market through its global chain of Baskin-Robbins parlors. Baskin Robbins offers a variety of over 50 flavors, which could satisfy the appetite of even the most capricious customer. Even though it offers a variety of products aside from ice cream, the latter still remains one of its top products, which made the brand well-known all around the globe. Please visit on Insider Monkey for the list of weirdest ice cream flavors.

Saturday, January 18, 2014

6 Facts About Apple Inc. (AAPL) You Don’t Know

If you think you already know everything about Apple Inc, I don't think so, here are some of the facts that you probably do not know.  Insider Monkey created "6 Facts About Apple Inc. You Don’t Know".

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is without a doubt one of the biggest and the most successful tech companies in the world. It offers a variety of devices among which is the iPhone, iPod, iPad, as well as computers and laptops: iMac and Macbook. Even though the company was originally founded with the name Apple Computers Inc and its main products were computers, the name was changed to Apple Inc and it currently generates about two-thirds of its profit from smartphones.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) conquered the markets with a beautiful design concept and an excellent compatibility between hardware and software, both being developed by the company, unlike some of its rivals, the closest being Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT). You need to visit Insider Monkey for better understanding about Apple Inc.

Friday, January 17, 2014

The 10 Most Popular TV Episodes of All-Time

Do you know what are the most popular TV episodes of all time? To give you the list,  "The 10 Most Popular TV Episodes of All-Time" was written by Insider Monkey for us who love to watch TV.

Who doesn’t love watching a TV show, or more than one for that matter, to pass some time? Throughout television history, there have been several shows that have made quite an impression on the American public. But how about single episodes? Which ones have really warmed the hearts of TV watchers in the US?

We have compiled a list of the ten most popular television episodes of all-time. The episodes in our countdown were ranked according to figures released by TV Guide. The countdown features several popular shows that have made television history, but just in case you don’t remember what a particular show is about, we’ve included a short synopsis. Wondering if your favorite TV show is featured on our list? Let’s take a look at the top ten.  Visit on the site of the Insider Monkey to know all the most popular TV episodes of all time.

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Commercial Space Travel: 4 Things You May Not Know

You might want to know somethings about commercial space travel. Insider Monkey has an article foe us stating about "Commercial Space Travel: 4 Things You May Not Know".

Space travel is no longer a science fiction movie theme and it has evolved from being an endeavor reserved solely for astronauts and scientists to being available to the average citizen. The wealthy average citizen, that is.

Commercial space travel, or private space travel how it is sometimes referred to, is still in its early years, but its future looks more than promising. Want to know more about this topic? We have compiled a countdown of 4 important things you should know about commercial space travel. You may want to visit the website of Insider Monkey for more commercial space travel information.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

The 15 Largest Bodies of Water in the World

Just so you know, 70% of the earth is made of water that is why there are the largest bodies of water in the world. Insider Monkey created a blog about "The 15 Largest Bodies of Water in the World" for us to be fully educated with regards to our planet.

As you may already know, the Earth is often referred to as the “blue planet.” This particular nickname was given due to the immense volume of water covering the surface of our planet; more specifically, 70% of the entire Earth is covered by water, making up for 326,000,000,000,000,000,000 gallons.

We have compiled a list of the 15 largest bodies of water in the world and in order to rank them we used their surfaces in square kilometers. Their maximum depth varies quite a lot but, in general, the larger the body of water, the deeper it also is. The largest on our list is the Pacific Ocean, which spreads between 5 continents: Asia, North America, South America, Australia, and Antartica. The Pacific Ocean is not only the largest body of water, but it is also the oldest. You should take a look at Insider Monkey for more facts about the largest bodies of water in the world.

Tuesday, January 14, 2014

The 12 Smallest Countries in the World

There are countries that are way smaller than the city that your staying in. Yes, they are already considered as countries- as other nations.   Insider Monkey shared us an article containing the list of "The 12 Smallest Countries in the World". It is time for a brief geography lesson. Did you know there are quite a few nations on the globe that are smaller, in terms of surface, than your average city? Wondering what these countries are? We have compiled a list of the 12 smallest countries in the world, ranking them according to their surface in square miles.

The “largest” country in our countdown is a whopping 133 square miles in surface. This Caribbean state, a former British territory, is situated very close to Venezuela. Visit Insider Monkey to know more about the smallest countries in the world. 

Monday, January 13, 2014

7 Of The Most Expensive Cars Ever

Aside from having the fastest car, you might as well want to have one of the most expensive cars as a collector. For you to know them, Insider Monkey has a posting of "7 Of The Most Expensive Cars Ever".

Face it, most of us will turn our heads every time we hear a powerful engine roaring on the streets. And even if you might be perfectly satisfied with your family SUV, that doesn’t mean you can dream about owning one of those super sleek, super fast, jaw dropping, and spectacular cars you might see in a James Bond movie.

We have compiled a countdown of the seven most expensive cars in the world. The list is by no means exhaustive, as there are other automobiles, in particular antique cars, that might be sold for more. However, we focused on seven exquisite series models that will blow your mind. You need to see the website of Insider Monkey for the complete list of the most expensive cars on earth.

Saturday, January 11, 2014

The 20 Highest Rated Movies of All-Time

All movies have been rated but only few are the highest rated movies of all time.  For you know them, Insider Monkey provide us an article about "The 20 Highest Rated Movies of All-Time" to read on.
There are various ways in which one can judge the popularity of a certain movie. You can look at box office figures, ticket sales, DVD sales, the number of weeks a particular motion picture is shown in the cinemas, and so on. But all of these methods are somewhat limited in trying to evaluate how well a movie is appreciated.

Because of this, we have set out to compile a list of the 20 highest rated movies of all time, based on how film buffs have rated them over the years. The most popular website for anything movie-related, IMDB.com, allows regular votes to rate their favorite movies. Based on these votes, a chart featuring the 250 highest appreciated movies of all time, has been created. Out of the 250 motion pictures listed on the popularity chart, we have selected the top 20. You should visit Insider Monkey for the complete blog about the highest rated movies ever.

Friday, January 10, 2014

The 6 Longest Prison Sentences Ever Given

You probably won't like to spend years in the prison, right? So, if you are planning to do anything bad, think a million times.You might experience the longest prison sentences you won't imagine. Insider Monkey made and shared us an article about "The 6 Longest Prison Sentences Ever Given". This is to remind us to think a lot of times before doing such things.

The average person probably dreads the idea of spending even one night in a prison cell. But how does a life sentence sound? Well, there are a few moments in legal history where certain perpetrators of the law have received sentences much longer than that. Although a sentence longer than the criminal’s life span is not feasible from a practical point of view, reviewing the longest prison sentences ever given remains an interesting topic to approach.

We have compiled a list of the six longest sentences ever given to a single person, worldwide. Let’s take a look at the countdown. You make take a look at Insider Monkey to read the full article about the longest prison sentences.

Thursday, January 09, 2014

The 8 Biggest Boats In The World

Since boats are the main transportation through water, some people made the biggest boats in the world.  Insider monkey share us its article about "The 8 Biggest Boats In The World" which is really interesting to read on.

Rafts, wooden boats, tankers, yachts, submarines, and so on. Since the inception of mankind, humans have come up with various devices that could help them conquer the seas, for a multitude of reasons: harvesting its resources for nourishment, warfare, transportation, and so on.

Shipbuilding technology is constantly evolving and the boats built nowadays have come a long way. Wondering which are the world’s biggest boats? We have compiled a list of the 8 most impressive, in terms of size, water-designed vessels around. There are many indicators one can take into account when determining a ship’s size but, in general, the most commonly used one is the overall length or LOA. The LOA is the distance measured between the fore and the aft, or the front and back of a ship. Make a visit on Insider Monkey's website for the full article on the biggest boats in the world.

Wednesday, January 08, 2014

The 20 Tallest Buildings in the World

If you think that the tallest building is probably located in your city, you should first the listing of the tallest buildings in the world. Insider Monkey made us an article with regards to "The 20 Tallest Buildings in the World" to give us a knowledge about the makers of the city.

Skyscrapers seem to be popping up like mushrooms these days. Tall buildings are indeed an appanage of modern society and most medium to large-sized cities in the world boast a few impressive skyscrapers. Apart from making an architectural statement, skyscrapers provide the advantage that they take space in height, rather than in width, which is something particularly useful in today’s crowded communities.

The skyscrapers were ranked according to the highest point of the building and the data was collected from the figures released by the Emporis Standards Committee. Only buildings with a completed construction or that have been topped out (the moment in which the highest point of the building has been constructed) were included in the top twenty. You may go to Insider Monkey for the full list of the tallest buildings in the world.

Tuesday, January 07, 2014

7 Facts About Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) You Don’t Know

Microsoft Corporation, as we all know is one of the largest tech companies in the business industries and is the one who had bought Nokia.  Insider Monkey created an article pertaining to the "7 Facts About Microsoft Corporation You Don’t Know".

What does Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) have in common with manholes? Well, actually there is a connection, but in order to keep you intrigued, we will not tell you right now. As you probably already figured out from the title, aside from this, we have prepared a couple of other interesting things about Microsoft. But in the meantime, let's talk a bit about the company.

It's not a secret that Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is the largest software company in terms of revenue, and is also one of the most valuable companies in the world. It was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, the former currently being the richest man in the world. The first office of the company was in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and it moved to its current location in Redmond, Washington in 1986. Please visit Insider Monkey to know more about Microsoft Corporation.

Monday, January 06, 2014

The 10 Most Popular Video Games of All-Time

Video games are just too many to mention and yet there are only the most popular video games even at this day. Insider Monkey has a post to share about "The 10 Most Popular Video Games of All-Time".

The video game industry is one of the most lucrative ones around and countless new games are released every year. But which ones have proven themselves to be the most popular amongst gamers? Well, what better way to judge how popular a certain game is than by looking at how many people bought it?

The 10 video games in our countdown were ranked according to their gross sales and it might come as somewhat of a surprise to see what people have been buying. Wondering if your favorite video game made in the top ten? Let’s take a look at the countdown. Visit on the site of the Insider Monkey for the full details pertaining to the most popular video games.

Sunday, January 05, 2014

The 20 Most Popular Subreddits on Reddit

Are you a Reddit fan? Well then, you should have known the subreddits on Reddit.  Insider Monkey made a listing about "The 20 Most Popular Subreddits on Reddit" for us to check on.

If you are passionate about your Internet browsing activities, chances are that you have already heard about Reddit, or may have even used it. Well, if you haven’t, here’s a short summary: Reddit is a huge website, basically a social network, that condenses Internet content based on its users’ needs. Subreddits are like a category, or a subforum, that focuses on info and content from a specific field.

We would like to present you with the 20 most popular subreddits on Reddit, as of now. Although Reddit allows users to follow very specific interests, you will notice from our countdown that the majority of popular subreddits focus on somewhat general interests. Please go to Insider Monkey for more details regarding the most popular subreddits on Reddit.

Saturday, January 04, 2014

5 Trends Tracked by Google

Just so you know, there are 5 trends tracked by Google. If you want to know the listing about this,  Insider Monkey created a posting about "5 Trends Tracked by Google " to help you succeed in this goal.

While Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) is mostly famous for its search engine Google.com, it also offers a variety of services like Gmail, Google News, Google Finance, Google Maps. At the same time the company is engaged in a variety of projects like Google Glass, or Self-driving cars.

But let's get back to the search engine. Its widespread popularity even created the verb "to Google" which became a synonym for Internet search. But aside from that, a more serious issue produced by Google's recognition as #1 search engine resulted in the development of a whole area of studies, "Search Engine Optimization", which features Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG)'s competitors on the field (Yahoo!, Bing, etc.). You can visit Insider Monkey to see the full posting about the trends tracked by Google.

Friday, January 03, 2014

The 10 Weirdest Soda Flavors

Soda is one of the favorite drinks on Americans. Ever wonder if they as well love the weirdest soda flavors? Insider Monkey shared us their listing about "The 10 Weirdest Soda Flavors" for you to have an idea about them. After all, it is our choice.

Everyone enjoys a soda (or a pop, depending on your geographical preference), especially in the hot season, when a sparkling beverage can make you feel better. Soda has been one of the most popular drinks in many countries around the world, especially in the U.S., where for several years it was even more popular than water (the situation has changed as people started taking more care of their health).

 When speaking about soda drinks, it is important to mention companies like The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE:PEP), which own some of the most popular brands of beverages. Please go to Insider Monkey's site foir the complete list of the weirdest soda flavors.

Thursday, January 02, 2014

The 10 Most Popular Nokia Phones

If you are planning to buy a new phone and you haven't decide on what to buy yet, you must see the most popular Nokia phones to give you an idea on what to buy.  Insider Monkey made a listing of "The 10 Most Popular Nokia Phones".
In 1973, John F. Mitchell and Dr. Martin Cooper from Motorola presented the first mobile phone, which was a handset weighing over 2 pounds (about 1 kg). Ten years later, the DynaTAC 8000x, the first commercial mobile phone, became available. Since then, the mobile phone space has been advancing quite rapidly, and currently over 80% of the Earth's population is using this type of communication. Judging from these numbers, it's easy to notice that the market of mobile phones has great potential, and companies involved in the development, production and manufacturing of mobile phones are competing trying to conquer the largest part of the market's share.

One of the companies that has been a leader in the market of mobile phones is Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK). The products of the Finland-based Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK) have been on the top of the bestseller charts for years, until a couple of years back, when with the popularity of smartphones made other companies like Apple, or Samsung grow and outrun Nokia. Visit on Insider Monkey to see the full listing of the most popular Nokia phones.

Wednesday, January 01, 2014

The 10 Largest Solar Plants in the World

There are many solar plants in the world but only 10 are considered to be the largest solar plants in the world. Insider Monkey shared us the details regarding "The 10 Largest Solar Plants in the World."
Photovoltaic energy has become a popular alternative to the power generation by coal power plants or nuclear reactors. A report by the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA) shows that in 2012, the total capacity of energy produced by Photovoltaic (PV) plants totalled over 100 gigawatts, and it will be increasing over the next year. The main reason for which PV plants are gaining popularity is their impact on the CO2 level of the Earth's atmosphere, and more specifically, the fact that currently all PV plants are saving over 53 millions tons of CO2 each year.

The EPIA also mentions that PV energy is the third most important renewable energy source, the first two positions being held by hydropower and windpower. In this way, companies engaged in PV energy are performing very well and are growing fast. Among the leaders in the field of solar power we can mention: First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR), SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR), and SolarCity Corp (NASDAQ:SCTY). But let's take each of them separately. Please go to Insider Monkey for the complete listing of the largest solar plants in the world.