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Solar panels promise farmers a lifeline. But who gets the profits?
As the sun moves westward across the sky in Murcia, Spain, solar panels capture its rays while sheltering diverse crops, from bell peppers to wine grapes and dragon fruit. Known for its agriculture and abundant sunshine, this southeastern region is…
Solar panel researchers say cells could hit 43% efficiency by using this new approach to reducing infrared glow
Solar power continues to be used more widely, and the science behind the technology is developing too: researchers from the Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques (ICFO) in Barcelona, Spain have just announced a breakthrough in solar cell engineering that…
Cuba's power pains mitigated by solar panels, some from US | Arkansas Democrat Gazette
When Cuba suffered its seventh national blackout this year, the guests at La Campana in Havana kept partying. Thanks to the event center's solar panels and backup batteries, they didn't even realize the lights were out. Cuba's chronic power woes…
Hucknall school gets new classrooms in £1.6m revamp
Pupils at a primary school in Hucknall have officially opened new classrooms as part of a £1.6m investment. The project, funded by the county council, has replaced ageing mobile classrooms at Leen Mills Primary School with a new permanent…
How this $71m business founder is building personal wealth - at last
In 2021, David Howie and two friends put in $15,000 each to launch Think Renewable, a solar panel and battery installation business. Five years later, the company is turning over $71 million and employs 230 employees. But it was only recently that…
'We need less point scoring': What party conference season taught us about UK climate action
New homes could be built without solar panels, heat pumps and high-grade insulation, leading to higher household bills if the Conservative party wins the next general election. Kemi Badenoch made scrapping the future homes standard (FHS) one of the…
Which Precious Metals ETF Is the Better Buy: abrdn's Silver SIVR or VanEck's Gold Miners GDX?
The abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF (SIVR +2.53%) tracks silver prices directly with a lower expense ratio, while the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX +2.95%) provides diversified exposure to gold-producing companies. Investors often look to precious…
Life-saving' power stations slashed by £920 before winter power cuts
Power cuts can become more likely during autumn and winter, when strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and storms can damage power lines and other parts of the electricity network. While NESO expects no disruption, having a portable power source ready…
New build family home in rural village on market for £630,000
The property, known as Cwrt Mihangel, is in the heart of the medieval village of Llanvihangel Crucorney, and is being marketed by Taylor and Co, in Abergavenny. The property was designed and built using high specification components, including…
BirdVue: The World's First 4G Smart Bird Feeder Finally Lets You Watch Birds Where They Actually Live
The birdwatching boom of 2020 was, genuinely, one of the nicer things to come out of a rough couple of years. Millions of people discovered that birds are interesting, feeders are meditative, and there is something quietly satisfying about…
The next farm revolution must aim at significantly raising farmers' incomes
The year he took over as Prime Minister, India was hit by droughts in 2014 and 2015. Back-to-back droughts had occurred only three times in a century. His experience in Gujarat came in handy, and Modi accorded high priority to water (irrigation)…
Oxford designer to champion renewable energy projects nationwide
Charlie Luxton, who is based in Oxford, will take on the new role as part of a partnership with the electricity network operator to promote community-led energy schemes across Scotland, England and Wales. Drawing on his experience as co-founder of…
The legendary Citroen 2CV is back as a €15k electric concept for 2028
Citroën has unveiled a concept electric version of its classic 2CV, aiming to bring the vehicle to market in 2028 for just €15,000. For the entire second half of the 20th century, the Citroën 2CV (“ Deux Chevaux,”…
People are seriously spending $300 on a handheld coffee grinder, and here's why I'm completely on their side
Standing ankle-deep in four inches of murky water inside my video studio, staring at thousands of dollars in damaged furniture and gear, was the exact moment I lost my mind. Then it happened two more times before I realized this wasn't just bad…
Balcony Solar Sold Out, a Live Pitch Alum Got Funded, and the Crowd Put $1.1 Million to Work
You can advertise in Superpowers for Good. Click to learn more about our affordable options. Seven companies just finished raising money from everyday investors, and together they brought in $1,101,247. They are not alike. One builds plug-in solar…
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