Researchers Make Progress on the Next Generation of Solar Panels
Scientists just got one step closer to the next generation of solar panels. Today’s solar panels convert sunlight to electricity using silicon crystal chemistry.
Read MoreResearchers Make Progress on the Next Generation of Solar Panels
Scientists just got one step closer to the next generation of solar panels. Today’s solar panels convert sunlight to electricity using silicon crystal chemistry.
Read MoreWhere Now on Climate Change for the UK?
It was a gamble that went spectacularly wrong for Tory Prime Minister David Cameron: Allow the UK to decide through a national referendum on their future participation in the EU and hope that they choose to remain.
Read MoreSolar Powered Smart Flowers Are New Focus for Cape Wind Champion Jim Gordon
An innovative solar plus storage solution that was launched in Europe about 2.5 years ago is coming to the U.S. The product is called “SmartFlower” and it looks like a gigantic sunflower with a short, fat stalk. The company said it has sold about 1000 units into 20 different European countries since launch.
The SmartFlower wakes up at sunrise, fans out its solar panels to 194 ft² and automatically cleans itself in preparation for capturing the sun’s rays. SmartFlower then turns to face the sun at a 90°angle, and follows the sun throughout the day using dual-axis tracking to maximize solar energy yield. One SmartFlower produces the equivalent of a 4 kW rooftop system, according to the company.
Energy harvested during the day is stored in the lithium-iron-phosphate (LiFePO4 or LFP) batteries and managed through a “smart” energy management system that helps the homeowner decide when to use power from grid, the battery or the solar panels. The company is working on more smart features that that, for example, might enable the system to decide what to do if there is too much power — perhaps suggesting the homeowner turn on the air conditioner or the pool pump.
Read MoreMexico’s Green Energy Puzzle
Over the last few years, Mexico has made a series of policy decisions that show its commitment to addressing climate change.
Read MoreMexico’s Green Energy Puzzle
Over the last few years, Mexico has made a series of policy decisions that show its commitment to addressing climate change.
Read MoreThe Sun as Filling Station: Turning Solar Energy into Electricity
Morocco is a country undergoing profound changes. The population is growing, and prosperity is rising. Companies are adding locations here. Rural areas are getting connected to the power grid. Demand for energy is expanding, especially for electricity.
Read MoreGerman Industry to Keep Exemption From Paying Green Power Fee
Thousands of German companies are set to keep their exemptions from payment of green power fees in a shakeup of the nation’s financial support for renewable energy, lawmakers in Berlin said.
Read MoreJLM and Fronius Unveil Smart Solar and Storage Technology for the Home at Intersolar
When you combine high-tech and energy, really cool things emerge. One of the cooler announcements this week at Intersolar came from JLM Energy in partnership with Fronius. The two companies debuted a synergistic renewable energy plus storage ecosystem …
Read MoreJLM and Fronius Unveil Smart Solar and Storage Technology for the Home at Intersolar
When you combine high-tech and energy, really cool things emerge. One of the cooler announcements this week at Intersolar came from JLM Energy in partnership with Fronius. The two companies debuted a synergistic renewable energy plus storage ecosystem …
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