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India is building one of the world's largest batteries inside a solar farm five times the size of Paris
Apr 04, 2026

India is building one of the world's largest batteries inside a solar farm five times the size of Paris

India is constructing one of the world's largest battery storage systems within a massive solar farm five times larger than Paris. The project represe...

Australian scientists swapped solar panels for plastic mirrors and heated them to 754°F — Then something unexpected happened
Apr 04, 2026

Australian scientists swapped solar panels for plastic mirrors and heated them to 754°F — Then something unexpected happened

Australian researchers developed an innovative heat generation system using plastic mirrors instead of traditional solar panels. The system reaches te...

Trump has shunned solar power. Some of his supporters want to MAGA-fy it.
Apr 04, 2026

Trump has shunned solar power. Some of his supporters want to MAGA-fy it.

While the Trump administration maintains distance from solar power, some Republican supporters are working to transform the sector into an American ma...

This new Ohio solar farm is powered by Ohio-made panels
Apr 03, 2026

This new Ohio solar farm is powered by Ohio-made panels

A new solar farm in Ohio has been equipped with locally manufactured solar panels. The project aims to increase the use of domestic renewable energy t...

State investigates solar companies over claims of deceptive savings, contracts
Apr 03, 2026

State investigates solar companies over claims of deceptive savings, contracts

Texas state authorities have launched an investigation into solar companies over misleading savings promises and complex contract terms targeting cust...

What's the cheapest way to make electricity at scale? The answer may surprise you.
Apr 03, 2026

What's the cheapest way to make electricity at scale? The answer may surprise you.

According to Yale Climate Connections, the cost balance in large-scale electricity generation is shifting. Renewable energy sources' economic efficien...

Maine renters may soon be able to access solar power after passage of plug-in bill
Apr 03, 2026

Maine renters may soon be able to access solar power after passage of plug-in bill

Maine legislature passed a bill allowing renters to install plug-in solar panels on balconies and windows. The law prevents landlords from prohibiting...

One acre, one vote: The bizarre election that could decide Arizona's energy future
Apr 03, 2026

One acre, one vote: The bizarre election that could decide Arizona's energy future

A unique voting system in Arizona could determine the state's energy policies. The land-based voting system in agricultural areas will affect the futu...

Rooftop solar reaches 20% of Puerto Rico's generation mix
Apr 02, 2026

Rooftop solar reaches 20% of Puerto Rico's generation mix

Distributed solar photovoltaic systems now account for 20% of Puerto Rico's total electricity capacity. According to US Energy Information Administrat...

Solar power surges as Lidl prepares to sell £200 plug-in panels
Apr 02, 2026

Solar power surges as Lidl prepares to sell £200 plug-in panels

UK supermarket chain Lidl is preparing to sell £200 plug-in solar panels targeted at home users. The product enables energy savings by plugging direct...

India to increase penalties on wind and solar generators for deviating from supply pledges
Apr 02, 2026

India to increase penalties on wind and solar generators for deviating from supply pledges

India plans to increase penalties for renewable energy generators who deviate from their supply pledges. The decision aims to ensure grid stability an...

Pakistan's solar boom blunts energy crisis
Apr 02, 2026

Pakistan's solar boom blunts energy crisis

Pakistan is experiencing a major solar energy boom that is helping alleviate its ongoing energy crisis. Widespread installation of solar panels across...