Solar Panels (Batteries Included)
Solar panels may also become batteries using the same material that creates the electricity – silicon.
California Condor Cam – Powered By The Sun
The first camera to capture live streaming video of endangered wild condors is powered by solar panels.
Petition Against Potential Australian ‘Sun Tax’ Launched
Following news of a potential threat to Australian solar households in the form of higher electricity network charges; a petition has been launched to oppose any such move.
AEMC ‘Conflicted’ On Electricity Network Charges Reform
A new AEMC report on strategic priorities for energy market development highlights the need for all consumers to pay their fair share for electricity network infrastructure.
Daqo Solar Panels Pass Salt Mist Corrosion Test
Daqo New Energy Corporation has announced all of its solar panels have successfully passed salt mist corrosion testing, carried out by TÜV Rheinland.
Report: Origin’s ‘Smear Campaign’ Against Renewables
100% Renewable and Greenpeace say Origin Energy is engaged in a smear campaign against renewable energy in order to support what the groups say is the company’s ‘great gas gamble’.
Thermophotovoltaics Could Vastly Improve Solar Cell Efficiency
Heat is the enemy of solar panels, but one day it could be their best friend.
Rally Against Origin Energy’s ‘Strangling Of Renewable Energy’
The release of a report claiming to demonstrate how Origin Energy is blocking renewable energy will coincide with a rally outside Origin Energy’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday.
U.S. Middle Class Driving Solar Uptake
Just as is the case in Australia, it’s the middle class powering the USA’s home solar revolution.
‘Lego’ Studs Boost Solar Panel Efficiency
Researchers have discovered solar panel efficiency could be improved significantly by covering their surface with tiny aluminium studs.
