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What will it take for solar power to take off in the Philippines?
As someone who works in the solar power industry himself, Alex Mendenilla's decision to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system at his family's ancestral home was almost mathematical certainty. “I had someone consult me about a…
Unveiled: Defence's new fleet of armed, solar-powered spy boats
A small solar-powered vessel bobbing quietly on the ocean might look harmless, but Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy says it should be seen as a warning to stay away. “Just as when you see at one of our beaches a bluebottle jellyfish…
PM Modi highlights Kerala's potential in floating solar power sector to enhance clean energy and infrastructure development
With its water bodies, Kerala has immense potential to tap into the floating solar power sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said. Inaugurating a host of projects in Kerala on Wednesday, Mr. Modi said the country needed more green and clean…
Solar panel efficiency explained: how much power do panels really produce?
Imagine two homes on the same street, with the same-sized roofs, both fitted with solar panels. Yet one home consistently generates more electricity than the other. The difference comes down to solar panel efficiency, or how well each panel…
California startup's plan to sell sunlight at night sparks controversy
Imagine a night sky where satellites, saddled with huge mirrors reflecting sunlight, shine like artificial moons. A startup in Los Angeles County is awaiting regulatory clearance to make that dream a reality, with plans to sell the light to…
Experts skeptical this California startup can turn night into day
Imagine a night sky where satellites, saddled with huge mirrors reflecting sunlight, shine like artificial moons. A startup in Los Angeles County is awaiting regulatory clearance to make that dream a reality, with plans to sell the light to…
Down East town bans large solar farms
This story appears as part of a collaboration to strengthen investigative journalism in Maine between the BDN and The Maine Monitor. Read more about the partnership. HARRINGTON, Maine — Voters enacted a solar energy ordinance Monday allowing…
How Architecture Is Learning to Generate Its Own Energy
Beyond being a source of life, the power of the sun in architecture has long been tied to humanity's need to harness and control it as a vital resource. Since ancient times, solar energy has been used to measure time, support planting and…
Indore vendors switch to electric cooking appliances amid LPG shortage
Local vendors at famous Chaat Chowpatty have begun swapping traditional gas burners for electric appliances to keep the city's food culture alive, following the sudden suspension of commercial LPG supplies due to escalating tensions in West Asia.
Google and Tesla Want to Reshape the Power Grid for the Modern Age
Google has partnered with Tesla, data center developer Verrus, and a handful of energy and HVAC companies to push for 'greater grid utilization.' The group, known as Utilize, says it will push to 'advance smarter, faster, and more affordable use of…
81% of Aussies have seen electricity bills soar, as regulator predicts price changes across Victoria
The Essential Services Commission (ESC) has today projected that electricity prices could fall by much as 3% from 1 July for some Australians on default offers in Victoria. It comes as new Compare the Market research shows that 81.1% of Aussies…
Harrington adopts ordinance prohibiting utility-scale solar farms
HARRINGTON, Maine — Voters enacted a Solar Energy Ordinance on Monday allowing personal and commercial solar installations for on‑site use within town limits, with Planning Board approval, while prohibiting utility‑scale solar…
I'm a home energy expert. Here are the pros and cons of Hive solar panels
Hive, best known for its smart thermostats and connected home products, now offers homeowners the option to install solar panels and battery storage. Rather than carrying out installations itself, Hive acts as a marketplace. It connects customers…
These are the top UK solar panel installers our experts trust
Installing solar panels can be a smart way to cut your electricity bills and reduce your reliance on the grid, but choosing the right installer is just as important as choosing the system itself. With around 4,000 solar firms now operating across…
Next's £35 solar garden light is so unique and 'looks gorgeous at night'
The solar light is perfect for brightening up corners of your garden This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more With the warmer nights on the way, I'm already thinking ahead to…
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