Serendipitous observation may lead to more efficient solar cells and new gas sensors
While investigating perovskite crystals, scientists made an observation that could make perovskite solar cells more efficient. It could also lead to new…
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Molten storage and thermophotovoltaics offer new solar power pathway
A new wrinkle on an old technology — solid-state thermophotovoltaics (TPV) — could provide a high-efficiency alternative for directly converting high-temperature heat…
Saharan dust: Reliable forecasts for photovoltaic output
A hazy sky and dirty cars are well-known consequences of Saharan dust carried to Europe by air currents. As part of the…
Watering solar cells makes them grow in power
Perovskite solar cells are the rising star in the photovoltaic landscape. Since their invention, less than ten years ago, their efficiency has…
CSP developers seek cost savings to protect overnight storage advantage
By Robin Sayles Précis: Developers are focusing on performance improvements, standardization and supply chain savings from large-scale deployments to fend off competition…
Smart Efficient Solutions Named “Contractor of the Month” by Ygrene Energy Fund
By SMART Efficient Solutions The Property Assessed Clean Energy program approved contractor receives recognition for going above and beyond performance expectations [PR.com]…
National renewable energy map more valuable than ever
By sdyhin 27 July 2016 An online map that helps renewable energy developers find the best locations for new Australian projects has…
Why Home Solar Panels No Longer Pay in Some States
By By DIANE CARDWELL Utility regulators are upending the financial dynamics of residential solar as they try to meet their obligations to…
Silicon-air battery achieves running time of over 1,000 hours for the first time
Silicon-air batteries are viewed as a promising and cost-effective alternative to current energy storage technology. However, they have thus far only achieved…
Any picture or text could be inkjet-printed as a solar cell
Any picture or text could be inkjet-printed as a solar cell, using a newly developed technology. When light is absorbed in an…