Space-Based Solar Power: Can We Achieve Unlimited Clean Energy by Beaming Sunlight Back to Earth?

Medicine & Technology Apr 08, 2024

A team of scientists has been successful in wirelessly transferring collected solar power from a spacecraft directly to Earth. Learn more about it in this article.

Solar Panel Recycling Challenges: Are We Ready for Huge Volumes of Photovoltaic Toxic Trash?

Jun 05, 2023

Despite the advantages of solar energy as potential solution in reducing carbon emissions, it also poses risks as huge volumes of solar panels are expected to be disposed in the coming years. Find out more about it in this article.

Nanowires Inside Carbon Nanotubes Can Improve Solar Cell Technology [Study]

Mar 29, 2023

Nanowires as thin as hair strands can be used for solar energy. Read for full details.

Solar Panels on Reservoirs Complement Hydroelectric Power; Floatovoltaics Increase Energy Generated From the Sun by 10 Times

Mar 14, 2023

Floatovoltaics could be the future of solar energy. Read the article for full details.

Solar Panel Breakthrough: Stanford University Creates Panels That Generate Electricity 24/7 Revolutionizing Power Generation

Jan 31, 2023

Stanford researchers have created solar panels that generate electricity 24/7, boosting the potential for clean energy generation. Read more to learn about this exciting development in solar power!

Sand Batteries Heat Up Buildings in Finland Using Solar Energy

Jan 19, 2023

Polar Night Energy developed sand batteries to store solar energy and heat buildings on the chilly nights of Finland. Read on to know how they work.

Self-Healing Renewable Energy: Novel Research Found Perovskite Solar Cell Repairs During Nighttime

Jan 05, 2023

A recent study reveals that Perovskite solar cells possess healing capabilities during night! Read on to know more about this research!

Moving Solar Panel Rows Apart Improve Efficiency

Oct 26, 2022

A new study showed that solar panels are more efficient when it is spaced farther apart. Continue reading to know more about this study.

Solar Harvesting System With Improved Thermodynamic Limit Can Outperform Other Technologies

Oct 04, 2022

A new study showed that improving thermodynamic limits can help the system reach the Landsberg limit. Read on to get in-depth information about the new technology.

Organic Solar Cells Treated with Water to Fine-Tune Efficiency of Devices

Sep 16, 2022

Researchers recommended a solution involving organic solar cells treated with water to regulate the active layer morphology. Read to know more about it.

First Perovskite Solar Cell That Could Last 30 Years Marks Major Milestone for Emerging Class of Renewable Energy Technology

Jun 17, 2022

Researchers created the first perovskite solar cell that could compete with silicon-based cell performance and potentially redefine solar power technology. Read the article to learn more.

Space-Based Solar Power Plant: UK Plans to Beam Energy From Space to Reach Goal of Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2035

May 12, 2022

The UK is the latest country to try to build a space-based solar power plant in a bid to revolutionize energy and reduce carbon emissions. Read on to learn more details.

Mystery on Perovskite Solar Cell's Tolerance to Defects Uncovered For the First Time

Nov 23, 2021

University of Cambridge researchers have unlocked the mystery behind the ability of perovskite solar cells to tolerate defects, with implications for higher efficiency of future solar PV modules.

Solar Cell Enhancement: New Research Reveals Perovskites with High Photovoltaic Efficiency

Oct 18, 2021

A new study recently showed huge potential for a kind of solar cells, specifically the so-called "all-inorganic perovskite solar cells" that will improve their efficiencies.

Engineers Made Microscopic Seeds to Grow 2D Perovskite Crystals Used in Solar Panels

Jun 25, 2021

Chemical engineers from Rice University made microscopic seeds to grow homogenous thin films that are stable and highly efficient at harvesting solar energy.