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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…
Solar panel fires reach eight-year high, new figures reveal
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service attended 12 incidents involving solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in 2025, up from five the previous year and marking the highest annual total since at least 2018. Of the 12 incidents last year, seven took…
Locals 'shocked, angry and scared' by Oxfordshire solar plan
People living near the proposed site of a huge new solar farm have told the BBC they are 'shocked, angry and very scared' by the plans. Developer Low Carbon said the 2,400 acre West Oxfordshire Energy Plant (WOEP) would produce 500MW - enough…
Locals 'shocked, angry and scared' by Oxfordshire solar plan
Martin Eastaugh in West Oxfordshire People living near the proposed site of a huge new solar farm have told the BBC they are 'shocked, angry and very scared' by the plans. Developer Low Carbon said the 2,400 acre West Oxfordshire Energy Plant…
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…
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…
Capturing lost signals and sunlight to power satellites
EU-funded researchers are developing tiny devices that could turn infrared sunlight and stray radio waves into extra energy for satellites. Satellites waste energy in space. Some radio waves spill beyond their intended targets, while some of the…
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…
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)…
Stop fighting culture wars and deliver for the people of Kirklees
‘Stop fighting culture wars and deliver for the people of Kirklees', is the message from several opposition Leaders, as they have their say on the new administration's priorities. A major political shift has occurred following Kirklees' last…
AgriPV: Up above the ground so high
The government is expected to announce an incentive scheme at the upcoming seventh AgriVoltaics World Conference in Delhi on October 21–23. It has already said that PM-KUSUM 2.0 — the proposed second phase of the agriculture…
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…
Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:CSIQ) Stock Has Average Target Price of $18.52
Shares of Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:CSIQ - Get Free Report) have received an average rating of 'Hold' from the twelve analysts that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock…
Major plans to expand and modernise Haslingden manufacturing firm approved
Interfloor submitted the application in January 2025, seeking the demolition of several existing structures and the refurbishment, remodelling, and extension of industrial buildings at the company's Broadway site. Approved plans include a…
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,”…
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