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Firm seeks support for solar power - The Nation Newspaper
Chief Executive, SMEFUNDS, Dr. Femi Oye has appealed for support for startups that are poised to shape the future of solar power within Nigeria. Highlighting the rapid evolution of solar technology, Oye stressed that the sector is driven by…
These power-generating buoys might have just made wave energy viable
Ocean waves could be an enormous source of power for the grid: in the U.S., the motion of waves along coastlines could generate as much as 1.4 trillion kilowatt-hours a year, or around a third of the electricity that Americans currently use. But…
Conan O'Brien serves up a Beatles geekfest: best podcasts of the week
The big-name US talkshow host goes all Fab Four superfan in this historical take on the lives of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Plus, Naomi Fry delivers a rich deep dive into The Doors' legacy The popular show's two-part special on the Fab Four has…
As Trump admin moves away from solar, Philly doubles down with Abes Run deal
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us…
Scatec lights up its first WCape solar plant
Scatec starts commercial operation at Grootfontein solar power plant in SA. Norwegian renewable energy producer Scatec has begun commercial operation of its 273MW solar power plant in Grootfontein in the Western Cape. In a statement, Scatec says…
How Solar Space Farms Promise Steady Power via Microwave or Laser Links
What if the boundless energy of the sun could be harnessed not just from Earth, but from the vast expanse of space itself? Imagine a future where colossal satellites orbit the planet, capturing sunlight 24/7 and beaming it back to Earth as clean…
The Ultimate Guide To England's Wine Country
Nestled by chalk‑rich slopes and river valleys, England's wineries tell a story of enduring heritage and sustainable innovation. From the pioneering rows of Gloucestershire's Three Choirs—planted in 1973 and now yielding thousands of…
Editorial | Macron's visit to China a counterpoint to rising tensions
The presidents of China and France witnessed the signing of 12 agreements ranging from nuclear energy to education to panda conservation during the latter's visit to Beijing and Chengdu last week. That was a predictable outcome. What set the trip…
There's Something Very Weird About Blue Origin's Device That Generates Electricity From Moon Dust
Generating electricity on the Moon comes with inherent challenges. For one, solar energy can only be relied upon during the two-Earth-weeks-long lunar daytime, not the equally long night. A separate idea being explored is using nuclear reactors to…
Govt plans large battery storage to 'stabilise grid'
• Move aims to manage renewable intermittency, reduce frequency fluctuations, minister says • Clean energy share rises to 46pc, surpassing 2025 capacity target ISLAMABAD: The government is working on large, utility-scale Battery…
Sembcorp in talks to buy Australia's Alinta Energy
SYDNEY – Sembcorp said it is in talks to potentially buy Australian utility Alinta Energy. Sembcorp “is currently considering potential acquisition opportunities which include Alinta Energy”, the company, which is backed by…
Africa's Industrial Future is Within Reach: What we Need now is Intentional Investment
With collective commitment, Africa can shift from potential to powerhouse—and reshape global industrial landscapes. Two former students of the Zambian Industrial Training Academy, established with the support of UNIDO and other partners…
Yantai offers global bay areas a paradigm of low-carbon transformation
From the precision manufacturing of Tokyo Bay to the financial innovation of New York Bay and the deep integration of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, bay areas have become pivotal geographic units driving global…
Sun unleashes intense X-class solar flare, triggering radio blackouts across Australia
The sun erupted with a powerful X1.1-class solar flare in the early hours of this morning (Dec. 8), briefly knocking out radio communications across Australia and parts of southeast Asia. The impulsive eruption, which peaked at 12:01 a.m. EST (0501…
Singareni Reserves Names for Subsidiaries in Green Energy, Global Mining Sectors
Hyderabad: Singareni Collieries Company Limited has reserved names for two new subsidiaries to expand into renewable energy and international mineral mining. The Registrar of Companies has approved the names Singareni Green Energy Limited for solar…
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