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Tesla is ditching its solar roof tiles for a good reason
Tesla had to cut losses after significant mistakes and overspending Roschetzky Photography/Shutterstock Tesla's Solar Roof panels were designed to look like regular shingles while delivering 98 percent of a normal solar panel's efficiency. It did…
Nigeria's Solar Partners Sign Rooftop Frameworks for More Than 600 MW
BusinessDay reported Nov. 1 that Nigerian partners have signed rooftop-solar frameworks exceeding 600 megawatts, while industry leaders cited financing, project development and technical capacity as obstacles to turning agreements into operating…
Government calls for private investment in solar, energy storage
Government has called for increased private sector investment in solar power and energy storage systems as Uganda seeks to meet rising electricity demand and achieve universal access to electricity by 2030. Dr Brian Isabirye, the commissioner for…
California's New Balcony Solar Bill Isn't a Victory - It's a Compromise
Did you know that Truthout is a nonprofit and independently funded by readers like you? If you value what we do, please support our work with a donation. California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed SB 868, a bill legalizing residential solar…
Should You Repair Or Replace Outdated Solar Kits?
If you've had some solar panels for a while, you've probably already taken time to calculate how much solar saves on your electric bill. However, as your solar power system ages, it begins to lose some efficiency in generating power. The good news…
Proposed solar project an economic opportunity for Jay | Letter
As the business development manager for Reed & Reed, a Maine-based construction company, I spend a lot of my time working on projects that create jobs, support local businesses and contribute to Maine's economy. From that perspective, I believe the…
Why Sri Lanka's recent blackout has lessons for India's rooftop solar push
So, how can rooftop solar affect grid stability? What role did it play in Sri Lanka's latest blackout? And what lessons does the incident hold for India? We explain. What exactly happened in Sri Lanka's blackout? Sri Lanka's installed power…
Solar panels linked to dozens of house fires across Scotland in shocking figures
Solar panels have been linked to dozens of house fires across Scotland, shocking figures show. Experts warn blazes caused by the green energy installations are on the rise amid an installation boom driven by homeowners desperate to escape soaring…
Solar moratorium a necessary step for Jay | Letter
Jay voters should support the proposed solar moratorium because our town deserves time to establish clear protections before major development changes our landscape for decades. Forests, fields, wildlife habitat and neighboring homes deserve…
First Solar, Inc. $FSLR Stock Position Increased by SFE Investment Counsel
SFE Investment Counsel lifted its holdings in shares of First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR - Free Report) by 10.1% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm…
The US-China trade war seems to have subsided - but the sense of calm is misleading
Donald Trump 's trade wars have largely fallen off the headlines. Fears of new tariffs flare up from time to time when the US president goes off the rails – for instance, threatening to end US trade with countries with which it has a deficit…
NASA telescope could drop debris on Earth after failed rescue mission
An aging NASA space telescope that spent more than two decades studying some of the universe's most powerful explosions is expected to plunge back through Earth's atmosphere within days, raising questions about whether any debris could survive the…
A Refugee City Plan Refuses to Treat Shelter as Enough
Six family plots sharing a courtyard is a modest starting point for an ambitious city plan. But I like that BIG's Refugee Cities begins at that scale. Developed with to.org, the proposal addresses a difficult mismatch: emergency settlements can…
Jinko Holdings: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors
On its third quarter of 2026 earnings call, held on Oct. 30, 2026, Jinko Holdings (JKS +4.86%) announced a sequential gross margin recovery to 12.3%. The shift toward premium solar technology and profitable energy storage systems marks a turning…
Don't wait for Black Friday: Amazon is already taking up to 60% off these 17 smart home gadgets
When major shopping events like Black Friday roll around, you can bet that Amazon will be offering discounts on its most popular smart home devices. The good news? You don't have to wait until November 27 to snag great deals on these gadgets.
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