#solar-power

#solar-power

Over the next five years, a handful of lines including Hurtigruten, Ponant, and industry newcomers Orient Express Sailing Yachts and Selar, are scheduled to release the next generation of sustainable cruise ships. With two to six masts rising from their decks, each vessel features rigid sails that don't flutter in the wind-but harness the power of the elements nonetheless. While the exact mechanisms vary, each vessel uses specially designed sails to tap nature's energy sources: the sun and the wind.

As I write these words, the No 1 trending story on the Guardian is titled: The history and future of societal collapse. It is an account of a study by a Cambridge expert who works at something ominously called the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk; he concludes that we can't put a date on Doomsday, but by looking at the 5,000 years of [civilisation], we can understand the trajectories we face today and self-termination is most likely.

In India, inadequate cold-chain infrastructure and soaring heat are taking a heavy toll on farmers. Roughly 25-35% of fruits and vegetables spoil before reaching market, leading to a loss of about $11.5 billion yearly.

Solar generators capture and store free solar energy, converting it into electricity. They consist of portable power stations and solar panels, available in various sizes.

The Sonnenglas Light Carafe beautifully combines sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal, making it a favorite among eco-conscious consumers and design enthusiasts.

The students from Mountain View High School are building a solar-powered car by hand and from scratch to compete in the Solar Car Challenge at Texas Motor Speedway.

BM2Solar focuses on increasing the profitability of independent power producers' solar power plants by integrating battery storage without requiring upfront investment.

Power outages have become more than just inconveniences; they amplify the need for reliable backup power, leading many to turn to solar generators for emergency readiness.

Unfortunately, no sun means no power.

The rising costs of electricity in remote areas pose a significant burden, as Bessie Monroe demonstrates with her $250 monthly bill for a small one-bedroom house.

Three-phase inverters can handle energy more consistently, making them essential for large solar systems, delivering better reliability and efficiency than single-phase systems.