Solar-Powered Tesla Will Go On a 9,400-Mile Trip Around Australia for the First Time

Medicine & Technology Apr 22, 2022

Scientists are set to demonstrate the capabilities of portable solar panels by driving a Tesla Model 3 solely powered by the Sun. Read on to learn further details.

Long-Term Solar Energy Saving Now Possible, Storage Up to 18 Years

Apr 13, 2022

A new study shows the latest development in the solar energy-saving technique. Learn more about the efficacy of the system, and how it could store solar energy for years.

Space-Based Solar Power Station Projects at Work; Benefits and Functions Explained

Apr 04, 2022

Many countries are already developing their own space-based solar power stations. Read more to learn how it works and the benefit it can bring in the future.

Solar Panel Recycling Problems May Be Finally Solved, Here's How

Dec 30, 2021

A new study supported by Arizona State University and the US Department of Energy hopes to end the problematic e-waste produced by defunct solar panels.

Biochemistry Researchers Identified How Organic Solar Cells Could Be More Efficient

Oct 01, 2021

A new study identified how organic solar cells could match the efficiency of silicon-based cells.

NASA Spacecraft to Investigate Metal-Rich Asteroid Psyche By Launching Futuristic Electric Thrusters Emitting Cool Blue Glow

Sep 21, 2021

NASA spacecraft will be fueled by futuristic electric thrusters generating a blue glow when they launch in 2022 to the metal-rich asteroid Psyche, which is "worth more than $10,000 quadrillion."

Solar Power May Be Used in 40 Percent of the United States by 2035 Solving 'Code Red' Climate Change

Sep 09, 2021

A new study released by the US energy department suggests that solar energy could power 40 percent of the electricity in the United States by 2035.

China Embraces Space-Based Solar Power To Meet 2060 Carbon Neutral Target

Aug 19, 2021

China is sending a mile-long solar panel as it embarks on space-based solar power that will beam energy back to Earth for the country to achieve its 2060 carbon neutral target. Similar technology is also being studied by the U.S. Air Force.

Caltech's Space Solar Power Project Made Possible by Billionaire's $100M Donation

Aug 05, 2021

California Institute of Technology recently revealed that a real estate developer and his wife donated $100 million for their Space Solar Power Project. Their donation had helped seed an off-Earth energy revolution that will benefit humankind.

Hydro-Quebec Names Its First Solar Power Plants After Its First Female Engineer

Jun 21, 2021

Two new solar power generating stations are now producing electricity for more than 1,000 homes. One of the stations is named after Hydro-Quebec's first female engineer.

Cooler, Longer-Lasting Solar Tech Could Increase Yearly Production of Energy

May 10, 2021

A team of Australian photovoltaic researchers recently developed the next-gen solar technology, a cooler and longer-lasting innovation.

Solar Power: What's Keeping Airports from Turning Into Giant Solar Farms?

May 04, 2021

Solar power is being used as an energy source in over 100 airports around the world. With the empty spaces airports have, why not turn them into massive solar farms?

Perovskites Could Be the Future of Solar Cells According to Study

Apr 20, 2021

Researchers are looking at the eventual widespread use of perovskites in solar panels that would enhance or replace silicon.

Spacewalking Astronauts Readying Space Station for New Solar Panels

Mar 01, 2021

Spacewalk astronauts are preparing to install support frames devised for new, high-efficiency solar wings which are set to enter the ISS later this year.

Construction Begins on the Largest Solar Energy Farm in Texas

Feb 02, 2021

Construction recently began on the Samson Solar Energy Center, the largest planned solar energy farm in the US.