Researchers from Poland have evaluated the effects of texturized glass, used as the front cover for building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) panels, on their performance. Their findings indicate that power yield could be up to 5% lower compared to modules made with conventional glass, with reflection parameters reaching as high as 88%…

Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems Renewable energy systems play a crucial role in addressing the pressing challenges posed by climate change and the detrimental effects of fossil fuel dependency. These systems harness naturally replenished resources such as sunlight, wind, water, and biomass to generate electricity, heat, and other forms of…

The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) has completed its first investment in County Durham since the launch of the £660m fund in March this year. Based in Murton, Power Roll, a pioneer in the solar energy transition, has raised £4.3 million in its most recent funding round, including…

Introduction As the global community grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change and the depletion of fossil fuels, biofuels are emerging as a critical player in the renewable energy landscape. These sustainable alternatives to gasoline and diesel are derived from organic materials, offering a cleaner and more environmentally friendly…

Floating solar photovoltaic panels could supply all the electricity needs of some countries, new research has shown.The study, by researchers from Lancaster and Bangor Universities and the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, aimed to calculate the global potential for deploying low-carbon floating solar arrays. The researchers calculated the daily…

This design replaces three large blades with 82-foot poles and 33-foot vertical wings that generate power as they move along a track.A Bill Gates-backed start-up aims to revolutionize wind energy with a new, efficient, mass-producible, and versatile design.US-based firm Airloom Energy’s innovative renewable energy technology to maximize wind power’s potential…

Solar cells may need sunlight, but they generally fare badly in the heat, operating less and less efficiently as they get hotter. Researchers led by Kasper Moth-Poulsen at the Polytechnic University of Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain have now tackled the heating that usually occurs in solar cells exposed to sunlight, by introducing…

Introduction to Energy Storage and Renewable Energy The transition towards renewable energy sources such as solar and wind has accelerated in recent years, driven by the need for sustainable and clean energy alternatives. As these technologies gain traction, the importance of energy storage solutions becomes increasingly apparent. Energy storage systems…...

Introduction to Thin Film Photovoltaics Thin film photovoltaics represent a significant advancement in solar energy technology, creating potential pathways for the development of more efficient and cost-effective solar energy solutions. Thin film solar photovoltaics differ fundamentally from conventional crystalline silicon solar panels; they are produced using a variety of materials…...

Introduction The global energy landscape is undergoing a transformative shift as nations strive to meet increasing energy demands while mitigating the impacts of climate change. Renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, have emerged as pivotal components in this transition. However, the intermittent nature of these energy…