Inflatable Solar Light – Give One, Get One
LuminAID is an inflatable solar light designed for use in emergency situations and to replace expensive, polluting kerosene based lighting in developing countries.
Renewable Energy Vital To Provide Power For 7 Billion+
The United Nations Development Programme has called on the international community in its 2011 Human Development Report to use renewable energy sources as a way to promote environmental sustainability and equity.
More Efficient Solar Cells Through ‘Broadband’ Technology
A team of U.S researchers have developed a new nanomaterial that when applied to the surface of solar cells absorbs light from across the entire spectrum, a breakthrough that could lead to more efficient solar panels.
4th Singapore International Energy Week
The 4th Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) is under way, incorporating Clean Energy Expo Asia, which kicked off with the Second Minister for Trade and Industry of Singapore referring to the nation “as a living laboratory for renewable energy”.
Suntech’s Dr. Zhengrong Shi Appointed Head Of APVIA
Suntech’s CEO and founder, Dr. Zhengrong Shi, has been appointed Chief Chairman of the Asian Photovoltaic Industry Association (APVIA).
Emcore Lands New NASA Solar Panel Deal
Producer of solar panels with eye-popping conversion efficiency, US-based Emcore has announced it has been awarded a contract to supply solar modules for NASA Ames’ Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer (LADEE) mission.
USA Survey Shows Strong Solar Support
New national polling from the USA shows 9 out of 10 Americans support the use of solar energy and want to see more government money spent on developing a secure solar power industry.
UK Solar Feed In Tariff Honeymoon Over?
It’s a situation that has been repeated around the world – governments launching solar incentives programs, but underestimating how many people wish to install solar power systems to buffer against spiraling electricity costs.
More Floating Solar Power Systems
With so much of the Earth covered by water, it makes sense to utilise this sprawling canvas for the production of solar electricity.
Solar Panel Recycling Initiative Hits Major Milestone
A good quality solar panel has a serviceable life of decades, but even after that time modules have value. A solar panel recycling initiative in Europe has ensured thousands of tonnes of old and broken modules have been given new life.