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Demo to Draw Solar Power From Space Hitches a Ride on SpaceX Transporter-6

Demo to Draw Solar Power From Space Hitches a Ride on SpaceX Transporter-6

A demo unit from Caltech containing three solar power research experiments was launched into space via the SpaceX Transporter-6 mission.


News Jan 12, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Study Aims to Develop Better Backup Power Supply During Disasters

Study Aims to Develop Better Backup Power Supply During Disasters

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Idaho National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratory, and University of Dayton Research Institute have…


News Dec 27, 2022 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
AMEA Power’s Wind, Solar Deals Hint at the Future Role of Renewable Technologies

AMEA Power’s Wind, Solar Deals Hint at the Future Role of Renewable Technologies

AMEA has entered into a $1.1 billion deal for 500 megawatts each of wind and solar in Egypt.


News Dec 23, 2022 by Shannon Flynn
NREL Solar Research Paving the Way for Energy Transition

NREL Solar Research Paving the Way for Energy Transition

NREL researchers analyzed the possibility of achieving decarbonization goals using solar power and offering innovative ways to commercialize III-V…


News Nov 10, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Emerson Fortifies the SoCalGas <h2> Innovation Experience

Emerson Fortifies the SoCalGas

Innovation Experience

Emerson announces a decision by Southern California Gas to use its automation solutions to deliver the [H2] Innovation Experience in Southern…


News Nov 06, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
DARPA Seeks Improved Space Electronics to Handle Satellite Orbits

DARPA Seeks Improved Space Electronics to Handle Satellite Orbits

Low Earth orbit has its own requirements, and building more efficient power electronics could improve spacecraft performance and cost.


News Nov 04, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
More Spacing Between Solar Panels Helps Convective Cooling

More Spacing Between Solar Panels Helps Convective Cooling

Researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) discovered that increasing the spacing between solar panels in an array can maximize…


News Nov 03, 2022 by Darshil Patel
DOE Pumps More Money Into EV Batteries, Offshore Wind, Minerals, R&D

DOE Pumps More Money Into EV Batteries, Offshore Wind, Minerals, R&D

The U.S. Department of Energy continues to ramp up its funding for renewable energy infrastructure, electric vehicle battery manufacturing,…


News Nov 01, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Space-based Solar Power Aids Exploration, Tackles Climate Issues

Space-based Solar Power Aids Exploration, Tackles Climate Issues

NASA, Solestial, and Emrod are among companies exploring space-based solar power generation and transmission to enhance the upcoming return of…


News Oct 20, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
DOE Doles Out Funding for More Renewable Energy Projects

DOE Doles Out Funding for More Renewable Energy Projects

The U.S. Department of Energy has issued several renewable energy announcements. The DOE is increasing its funding for projects ranging from carbon…


News Oct 19, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Advances in Long-life Perovskite Solar Cells

Advances in Long-life Perovskite Solar Cells

Researchers achieve solar power generation for more than 1000 hours with an efficiency of more than 20 percent.


News Oct 17, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Emerging Thin-Film Technologies for IoT

Emerging Thin-Film Technologies for IoT

Various thin-film technologies may revolutionize photovoltaic systems for portable electronic devices.


News Oct 04, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Naked Energy Enters the US Market

Naked Energy Enters the US Market

After debuting in the U.K., Naked Energy’s solar thermal and photovoltaic systems will soon enter the U.S. market.


News Sep 18, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Rooftop Solar Vacuum Tubes Create Electricity and Hot Water

Rooftop Solar Vacuum Tubes Create Electricity and Hot Water

UK-based solar technology developer Naked Energy's solar vacuum tubes can generate heat and electricity from a single solar collector.


News Sep 14, 2022 by Darshil Patel
NASA Eyes Solar and Nuclear Power Options For Lunar Program

NASA Eyes Solar and Nuclear Power Options For Lunar Program

Providing the power needed for habitats on the moon will require several new technologies to be developed.


News Sep 13, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Paired Power Unveils Transportable Pop-up Solar Canopy for Accessible EV Charging

Paired Power Unveils Transportable Pop-up Solar Canopy for Accessible EV Charging

How is Paired Power enabling increased availability of sustainable electric vehicle charging? Meet PairTree, a portable solar canopy that can be…


News Sep 13, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
California Debuts First-of-its-kind Solar Project Atop a Canal

California Debuts First-of-its-kind Solar Project Atop a Canal

After years of planning, a $20 million over-canal solar project in California’s San Joaquin Valley is set to break ground next month and come…


News Sep 12, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Heat Wave Threatens California’s Grid Resilience

Heat Wave Threatens California’s Grid Resilience

A recent wave of triple-digit temperatures sheds light on the vulnerabilities of California’s power grid.


News Sep 11, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Beyond Basic Black: Adding Color to Solar Panels

Beyond Basic Black: Adding Color to Solar Panels

Researchers worldwide are finding ways to colorize solar panels to make them more acceptable to discriminating end users.


News Aug 31, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Refractive-index Engineering to Improve Solar Cell Efficiency

Refractive-index Engineering to Improve Solar Cell Efficiency

Researchers minimize cell-to-module losses in solar cells by optimizing the layers.


News Aug 29, 2022 by Darshil Patel