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Record 27% efficiency: China's back-contact solar cells break barriers with silicon wafers
China's newly developed back-contact silicon solar cells have achieved a world record efficiency of 27%. This breakthrough technology offers significa...

Expert reveals impressive benefits of pairing solar panels with agriculture: 'The future'
Experts reveal the multi-faceted benefits of combining solar panels with agricultural land. Agrivoltaic systems increase both energy production and fa...

Japan plans first space solar power test. Can it beam energy from orbit?
Japan prepares to conduct its first space solar power transmission test. The technology could beam energy from orbit to Earth, marking a breakthrough ...

GENIUS: adding solar panels to semi trailers is an idea so obvious it hurts
Adding solar panels to semi-trailer roofs is emerging as a practical solution for reducing fuel consumption in logistics. The technology powers refrig...

TotalEnergies backs Google's data centres with 1 GW solar energy supply
French energy giant TotalEnergies will supply 1 gigawatt of solar energy to Google's data centers in Texas. The agreement is part of tech companies' e...

Maximising time in the sun: how to maintain and repair solar panels to make them last
The Guardian's comprehensive investigation examines maintenance and repair strategies to extend solar panel lifespan. Experts emphasize the necessity ...

Google secures 1 GW solar deal as Texas data‑center load surges
Google secured a 1 GW solar energy deal with TotalEnergies in Texas to power its data centers. The agreement aims to meet surging data center energy d...

Organic molecule stores solar energy for years, then releases it as heat on demand
Scientists developed a novel organic molecule that can store sunlight in chemical bonds for years and release enough heat on demand to boil water. Thi...

Ohio Lawmakers Consider Bill That Would Essentially Ban Solar and Wind Projects
Ohio state legislature is considering legislation that would impose significant restrictions on renewable energy projects. If passed, the bill could e...

Africa leads growth in solar energy as demand spreads beyond traditional markets, report says
Africa is emerging as the global leader in solar energy growth. Beyond traditional energy markets, demand for solar power is rapidly increasing across...

US Details New China Limits for Clean Energy Tax Credits
The US government has announced new restrictions on Chinese-sourced components for clean energy tax credits. According to Bloomberg, limitations have ...

France to Scale Back Solar, Wind Plans as Power Demand Slows
France is reconsidering its renewable energy targets due to slowing electricity demand. According to Bloomberg, the country plans to scale back solar ...