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US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Solar Energy, Criticized by Trump, Claims Big U.S. Gain in 2024

In 2024, the U.S. power grid saw unprecedented solar energy capacity growth, despite criticism from the Energy Secretary on renewables' effectiveness and cost.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The US Solar Power Industry Is Trying to Rebrand as MAGA-Friendly

Solar power is increasingly viewed as a symbol of American energy dominance amid political opposition.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Will the Solar Tax Credit Survive?

The 2025 solar installation landscape may shift significantly due to political changes and the expiration of tax incentives.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Great British Energy will not use solar panels linked to Chinese slave labour

The UK energy company will ban investments in solar projects linked to Chinese slave labor after pressure from MPs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

UK ministers vow to tackle forced labour in supply chains to mollify MPs

The UK government commits to addressing forced labor in supply chains after removing legal protections from the Great British Energy bill.
fromwww.nytimes.com
16 hours ago
European startups

India Sees a Future Making Solar Panels for Itself, and Maybe the World

India is positioning itself to reduce dependence on Chinese energy technologies through local manufacturing initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Solar Energy, Criticized by Trump, Claims Big U.S. Gain in 2024

In 2024, the U.S. power grid saw unprecedented solar energy capacity growth, despite criticism from the Energy Secretary on renewables' effectiveness and cost.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The US Solar Power Industry Is Trying to Rebrand as MAGA-Friendly

Solar power is increasingly viewed as a symbol of American energy dominance amid political opposition.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Will the Solar Tax Credit Survive?

The 2025 solar installation landscape may shift significantly due to political changes and the expiration of tax incentives.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Great British Energy will not use solar panels linked to Chinese slave labour

The UK energy company will ban investments in solar projects linked to Chinese slave labor after pressure from MPs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

UK ministers vow to tackle forced labour in supply chains to mollify MPs

The UK government commits to addressing forced labor in supply chains after removing legal protections from the Great British Energy bill.
fromwww.nytimes.com
16 hours ago
European startups

India Sees a Future Making Solar Panels for Itself, and Maybe the World

India is positioning itself to reduce dependence on Chinese energy technologies through local manufacturing initiatives.
more#energy-policy
#renewable-energy
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Europe is funding its solar boom DW 02/20/2025

The adoption of solar energy is rapidly increasing across Europe as countries strive for renewable energy sources to combat fossil fuel dependency.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Europe is paying for its solar boom? DW 02/20/2025

The surge in solar panel adoption across Europe and Asia is driven by the EU's push for climate neutrality by 2050.
fromFast Company
4 days ago
Agriculture

In rural California, farmers are harvesting a new crop: Solar power

Farmers in California are integrating solar panels into agriculture to enhance income and conserve water.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Startup companies

'It's not science fiction': The moonshot effort to supersize solar and wind | CBC News

Some companies are exploring innovative solutions to meet soaring electricity demand, including large aircraft for turbine transport and space-based solar arrays.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
US politics

Trump Just Set a Tariff on Solar Panels So High That Your Eyebrows May Raise Involuntarily

The Trump administration is imposing unprecedented tariffs on Southeast Asian-made solar panels to protect American manufacturers.
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago
Environment

Why More Families Are Choosing Solar Panels for Sustainable Living

The shift to solar energy is driven by rising electricity costs and greater environmental awareness.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Europe is funding its solar boom DW 02/20/2025

The adoption of solar energy is rapidly increasing across Europe as countries strive for renewable energy sources to combat fossil fuel dependency.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Europe is paying for its solar boom? DW 02/20/2025

The surge in solar panel adoption across Europe and Asia is driven by the EU's push for climate neutrality by 2050.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
4 days ago

In rural California, farmers are harvesting a new crop: Solar power

Farmers in California are integrating solar panels into agriculture to enhance income and conserve water.
Startup companies
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

'It's not science fiction': The moonshot effort to supersize solar and wind | CBC News

Some companies are exploring innovative solutions to meet soaring electricity demand, including large aircraft for turbine transport and space-based solar arrays.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Trump Just Set a Tariff on Solar Panels So High That Your Eyebrows May Raise Involuntarily

The Trump administration is imposing unprecedented tariffs on Southeast Asian-made solar panels to protect American manufacturers.
more#renewable-energy
#sustainability
fromBusline News
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

BATA Showcases The Power Of Green Public Transportation - Busline News

BATA emphasizes sustainability through electric vehicles and solar energy installations to reduce environmental impact.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Gadgets

OptiSolex Puts 400W of Solar Power Into a Briefcase You Can Carry - Yanko Design

OptiSolex's SolarBag simplifies solar energy capture with a compact, modular design that enhances efficiency and accessibility for everyday users.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

The Surprising History of Solar Panels: A Kid's Guide to Renewable Energy

Solar panels, invented over 140 years ago, are revolutionizing energy consumption across the globe.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 days ago
Environment

Concern over plan to build solar farm on green belt land next to A12

Luminous Energy's solar park proposal aims to generate over 72,000 MWh of electricity annually but faces local environmental concerns.
fromBusline News
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

BATA Showcases The Power Of Green Public Transportation - Busline News

BATA emphasizes sustainability through electric vehicles and solar energy installations to reduce environmental impact.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Gadgets

OptiSolex Puts 400W of Solar Power Into a Briefcase You Can Carry - Yanko Design

OptiSolex's SolarBag simplifies solar energy capture with a compact, modular design that enhances efficiency and accessibility for everyday users.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

The Surprising History of Solar Panels: A Kid's Guide to Renewable Energy

Solar panels, invented over 140 years ago, are revolutionizing energy consumption across the globe.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 days ago
Environment

Concern over plan to build solar farm on green belt land next to A12

Luminous Energy's solar park proposal aims to generate over 72,000 MWh of electricity annually but faces local environmental concerns.
more#sustainability
#uk-housing
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago
Environment

Solar panels on all new UK homes by 2027 under new Labour plan

The UK government plans to mandate solar panels on most new homes by 2027 to reduce energy costs and meet net zero goals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
UK politics

Solar panels to be fitted on all new-build homes in England by 2027

New homes in England to require solar panels by 2027, saving homeowners on energy bills amid debates on net zero policy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Solar panels to be fitted on all new-build homes in England by 2027

New homes in England to require solar panels by 2027, saving homeowners on energy bills amid debates on net zero policy.
more#uk-housing
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Bill to slash rooftop solar incentives weakened by Assembly committee

California Assembly committee altered a bill affecting solar credits, now only targeting homeowners selling their homes rather than all rooftop solar owners.
#portable-power
fromGeeky Gadgets
2 months ago
Gadgets

Daran R100 Compact Portable Power Station: Lightweight, Durable from $99

The Daran R100 is a lightweight, portable power station ideal for outdoor and emergency use.
fromZDNET
5 days ago
Gadgets

These compact solar panels charge my devices off-grid, and work during cloudy days

Power outages highlight the fragility of power infrastructure, making off-grid solutions like portable solar panels increasingly valuable.
fromGeeky Gadgets
2 months ago
Gadgets

Daran R100 Compact Portable Power Station: Lightweight, Durable from $99

The Daran R100 is a lightweight, portable power station ideal for outdoor and emergency use.
fromZDNET
5 days ago
Gadgets

These compact solar panels charge my devices off-grid, and work during cloudy days

Power outages highlight the fragility of power infrastructure, making off-grid solutions like portable solar panels increasingly valuable.
more#portable-power
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
US news

The US hikes tariffs on solar products from Asia

New tariffs up to 3,521% on solar cells from four Southeast Asian countries threaten US imports and the market viability of these products.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

Prep for summer with this 6-Pack of Outdoor Solar Spot Lights, 33% off on Amazon

Summer nights are best enjoyed outdoors with friends, and good lighting can enhance the experience.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Ex-FAA Contractor Admits to Sharing Private Info About U.S. Airports as Agent of Iran

Former FAA contractor Abouzar Rahmati acted as an agent of Iran, sharing sensitive U.S. solar energy information with Iranian officials.
#clean-energy
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Exclusive: Cosmic Robotics' robots could speed up solar panel deployments | TechCrunch

The U.S. solar industry faces a labor shortage while Cosmic Robotics develops robots to aid in solar panel installation.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Cupertino city buildings get greener with solar - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino will install solar panels in three government buildings, projected to save the city nearly $291,000 annually and $13.4 million over 30 years.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Exclusive: Cosmic Robotics' robots could speed up solar panel deployments | TechCrunch

The U.S. solar industry faces a labor shortage while Cosmic Robotics develops robots to aid in solar panel installation.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Cupertino city buildings get greener with solar - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino will install solar panels in three government buildings, projected to save the city nearly $291,000 annually and $13.4 million over 30 years.
more#clean-energy
Silicon Valley
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Caelux CEO Scott Graybeal on the U.S. Perovskite Solar Panel Supply Chain

Caelux's technology enhances traditional solar panels, significantly boosting efficiency and reducing costs.
#energy-storage
Startup companies
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Amsterdam's Moonwatt secures 7.6M to scale solar-only storage with sodium-ion batteries - Silicon Canals

Moonwatt secures $8.3M in funding to launch a solar energy storage system using sodium-ion batteries, targeting commercial deployment by 2027.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

I took a 130-pound power station off-grid for a week - here's my buying advice

The Solix F3800 is a high-capacity power station designed for diverse applications, suitable for both home and outdoor use.
Startup companies
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Amsterdam's Moonwatt secures 7.6M to scale solar-only storage with sodium-ion batteries - Silicon Canals

Moonwatt secures $8.3M in funding to launch a solar energy storage system using sodium-ion batteries, targeting commercial deployment by 2027.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

I took a 130-pound power station off-grid for a week - here's my buying advice

The Solix F3800 is a high-capacity power station designed for diverse applications, suitable for both home and outdoor use.
more#energy-storage
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

Michael O'Leary: 'I don't want to be John Magnier - I don't want 10,000ac. But if decent land comes up for sale beside me, I'll buy it'

Michael O'Leary prefers solar panels to wind turbines and emphasizes humility following sn unsuccessful Cheltenham.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Will your supply chain stand up to a nation-state hack?

Sarah Cleveland emphasizes the growing threat of supply-chain attacks and the importance of personal and organizational cybersecurity measures.
#environmental-impact
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
1 month ago
Renovation

Homeowner has solar panel application rejected - only to find 2,000 acre solar farm is approved next door

Homeowner Tony Ward fights against a large solar farm after being denied permit for smaller solar panels on his property 20 years ago.
fromEarth911
2 months ago
Science

What To Do When Your Solar System Is Not Working?

Homeowners must maintain their solar systems to prevent losses in energy production and savings.
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
1 month ago
Renovation

Homeowner has solar panel application rejected - only to find 2,000 acre solar farm is approved next door

Homeowner Tony Ward fights against a large solar farm after being denied permit for smaller solar panels on his property 20 years ago.
fromEarth911
2 months ago
Science

What To Do When Your Solar System Is Not Working?

Homeowners must maintain their solar systems to prevent losses in energy production and savings.
more#environmental-impact
#sustainable-living
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why this Boston homeowner doesn't pay anything to heat his house

Passive houses offer year-round energy efficiency, consistent indoor temperatures, and potential financial savings through reduced energy costs and solar energy generation.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why this Boston homeowner doesn't pay anything to heat his house

Passive houses offer year-round energy efficiency, consistent indoor temperatures, and potential financial savings through reduced energy costs and solar energy generation.
more#sustainable-living
#energy-efficiency
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
OMG science

Anker's solar umbrella uses next-gen perovskite cells to keep a longer charge

Anker's Solix Solar Beach Umbrella utilizes advanced perovskite solar cells, offering increased performance and efficiency for energy harvesting.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
NYC startup

Exclusive: Palmetto wants software developers to electrify America using its AI building models | TechCrunch

Palmetto is leveraging AI and software to assess residential solar panel and heat pump needs without on-site visits.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
OMG science

Anker's solar umbrella uses next-gen perovskite cells to keep a longer charge

Anker's Solix Solar Beach Umbrella utilizes advanced perovskite solar cells, offering increased performance and efficiency for energy harvesting.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
NYC startup

Exclusive: Palmetto wants software developers to electrify America using its AI building models | TechCrunch

Palmetto is leveraging AI and software to assess residential solar panel and heat pump needs without on-site visits.
more#energy-efficiency
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

When Is the Right Time to Upgrade to a Solar Battery?

Upgrading to a solar battery can increase energy independence and savings, especially in areas with frequent outages or high electricity rates.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Wearables

This EcoFlow power station keeps my lights on during outages and it's $1,200 off

The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra is an effective whole-home backup solution essential for areas prone to power outages, now available at a significant discount.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I tested the world's smallest power station - and this solar-charging beast surprised everyone

The Jackery Explorer 100 Plus proves that compact power stations can deliver both portability and significant energy capacity.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

EcoFlow says subscriptions aren't required for advanced features... yet

EcoFlow clarifies that no additional subscription fees will be charged for existing features of the PowerStream system at this time.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Exclusive: Solar startup Niko is building Mexico's first virtual power plant | TechCrunch

Niko Energy is establishing Mexico's first virtual power plant to harness decentralized energy resources and address the country's power shortages.
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
3 months ago
Renovation

Sunshine Bill requiring solar panels to be mandatory rejected in parliament

The UK Parliament did not pass the Sunshine Bill requiring solar panels for new homes due to housing market concerns.
fromCity Limits
3 months ago
NYC politics

Opinion: Expand NY's Residential Solar Tax Credit

New York's solar tax credit needs reform to make solar accessible for low-income households and seniors.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'We knocked seven years off our mortgage and saved about 40,000 in interest - by just restructuring the payments'

Restructuring mortgage repayments led to significant loan payoff acceleration for Deirdre O'Keeffe.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
California

Letters: Bring back Cal Fire contract for vulnerable South County

Reinstating Cal Fire's contract is essential to protect South County from wildfires and ensure citizens' safety during drought conditions.
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