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'Nervous energy': US wind and solar projects at risk as tax credits expire
May 17, 2026

'Nervous energy': US wind and solar projects at risk as tax credits expire

Tax credit expirations threaten US wind and solar projects, creating uncertainty for operators regarding financial viability and workforce planning. D...

Why experts predict a looming surge in solar panel prices
May 17, 2026

Why experts predict a looming surge in solar panel prices

Experts warn that global energy market shifts and supply chain constraints may drive significant increases in solar panel prices soon. Commercial and ...

Solar industry asks lawmakers to reconsider rooftop tax credits
May 16, 2026

Solar industry asks lawmakers to reconsider rooftop tax credits

Hawaii's solar industry urges lawmakers to reconsider tax credits for rooftop solar panels. Industry representatives argue current tax policies hinder...

Coal Pollution Significantly Stifles Global Solar Energy Yields
May 15, 2026

Coal Pollution Significantly Stifles Global Solar Energy Yields

New research reveals that air pollution from coal plants significantly reduces solar panel efficiency worldwide. Particulate matter blocks sunlight fr...

Genesee County farmers lease thousands of acres to solar projects amid struggle to stay profitable
May 15, 2026

Genesee County farmers lease thousands of acres to solar projects amid struggle to stay profitable

Farmers in Genesee County are leasing thousands of acres to solar energy projects to maintain profitability amid agricultural economic pressures. Thes...

This fuel-free solar oven cooks on sunshine when you have it, electricity when you don't
May 15, 2026

This fuel-free solar oven cooks on sunshine when you have it, electricity when you don't

An innovative solar oven design directly uses sunlight for cooking during sunny periods and can switch to grid electricity during cloudy weather. This...

The dawn of 24/7 solar power
May 15, 2026

The dawn of 24/7 solar power

Financial Times explores the evolution of solar energy towards continuous electricity production. With advances in technology and energy storage syste...

Coal pollution is cutting solar power output worldwide, study finds
May 15, 2026

Coal pollution is cutting solar power output worldwide, study finds

A new study reveals that air pollution from coal plants significantly reduces solar panel efficiency worldwide. Particulate matter and emissions absor...

Proposed change to Hawaii solar tax credit raises concern over ongoing projects
May 15, 2026

Proposed change to Hawaii solar tax credit raises concern over ongoing projects

Proposed modifications to Hawaii's solar energy tax credit threaten the future of ongoing projects. Local officials and solar industry representatives...

Scientists develop near-invisible solar cells that could turn windows into power generators
May 14, 2026

Scientists develop near-invisible solar cells that could turn windows into power generators

Researchers have developed nearly invisible solar cells designed to transform windows into power generators. This innovative technology integrates tra...

Nissan unveils solar EV tech that adds 11 miles of free range just by parking in the sun
May 14, 2026

Nissan unveils solar EV tech that adds 11 miles of free range just by parking in the sun

Nissan introduced innovative solar technology that enables vehicles to charge directly while parked in sunlight, adding approximately 11 miles of free...

Iran war is fueling China's clean energy surge ahead of Trump-Xi talks
May 13, 2026

Iran war is fueling China's clean energy surge ahead of Trump-Xi talks

Geopolitical tensions are accelerating China's renewable energy investments. Energy security concerns are triggering rapid investments in solar and wi...