Once upon a time, space-based solar energy was seen as the stuff of science fiction, but now governments around the world are reassessing its potential. Concerns about climate change have led to breakthroughs in satellite…
This could lead to the demise of European companies. The European industry association, the European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC), claims that China has started to significantly reduce prices on solar panels, which could result in…
Tesla is now launching its third generation of the home battery, Powerwall, which can store solar energy and provide backup protection. The most significant difference compared to Powerwall 2 is that the new system features…
Solar energy has undergone a remarkable transformation, from being considered too expensive to becoming the cheapest way to generate electricity. Its share of global electricity production has risen from 0.15 percent in 2010 to over…
Smart where the weather is changeable. The Swiss will invest in folding solar panel roofs for their rest stops. They plan to build 45 of them, and once all are operational, they should be able…
Researchers at Imperial College London have developed a new solar panel technology inspired by leaves. This technology not only captures solar energy but also produces drinkable water from saltwater. The technology, called PV-leaf, is composed…
American startup Eco-dynamic Tech has unveiled its colorful awning with solar panels for motorhomes. The awning, named Artpiece, not only generates a significant amount of power but also provides some shade during hot summer days….
Anker is well-known for its chargers and power banks, and now they are taking it a step further. With the new company Anker Solix, they will deliver different solutions where you can have battery backup…
Researchers at the American Caltech report that they have successfully transmitted solar energy collected from space-based solar panels to a receiver here on Earth, making them the first in the world to do so. The…
Traditionally, solar panels have been mundane black rectangles, but Toyota has introduced groundbreaking technology that brings color and design to these energy devices. When you think of a solar panel, an image of a dull…
Let us compare the two. They are both renewable. Their impact on the environment is minimal. Everyone should be striving for a sustainable, off-grid energy solution. Both solar and wind provide viable options in this…
This article will guide you through the technology which allows solar panels to generate electricity from sunlight. Although simple and robust, solar panels work based on complex physical processes. What most laymen know about solar…
Solar panel use is an excellent idea for several reasons. Solar energy is free energy. You may have to pay for your solar panels and inverter, but the sun dispenses the energy that your solar…
Solar panels are installed by first putting up scaffold towers, then marking out the array on the roof before the actual installation, which begins with moving tiles and screwing hooks down onto the rafters, then…
What is the cost of solar panels? Are there additional costs? Can I affect the price with my own choices? Be patient (or use the table of content), we’ll give you all the answers. Government…
Some people like to bond with nature when they go camping/hiking. Others hate to go off the grid. When going camping, not being able to keep food cool or to recharge a phone is a…
Most of us believe that we release too much greenhouse gases into the atmosphere and that we need to take action for the environment and against climate change. Solar energy does not release greenhouse gases and hence installing a solar panel system in your household is a great way for many people to take a needed action to help saving our planet. Did you know that an absolute majority of households investing in solar panels will get payback on their investment within 8-10 years. The following 10 years they will actually make money on having solar panels installed. Read more here about the cost of installing solar panels and take action today.
