Scientists found out how to make solar panels more affordable, potentially allowing more countries to tap green energy. City University of Hong Kong scientists used various material science solutions to produce perovskite solar cells “like printing newspapers.” READ: Scientists build organic solar Read More
(Alessia Pierdomenico / Shutterstock.com) Solar energy is gaining traction everywhere, including at the Vatican. In an apostolic letter, Pope Francis announced that Vatican City will soon be powered by solar panels. The letter that was titled “Brother Sun,” reported Euronews, was dated Read More
Representatives from Silicon Ranch met with the Metro Lynchburg Moore County Planning Commission to discuss the permit fee for a proposed solar farm in Moore County. Silicon Ranch’s proposed 1,400 acre solar panel farm has been a topic of discussion for the Read More
WASHINGTON – For 31 straight days last summer, temperatures in Phoenix hit or topped 110 degrees, the longest such streak ever. That searing Arizona heat dehydrates crops and evaporates water the state needs to conserve. Creating shade is one way to combat Read More
Are you looking to save extra money with your Sungrow, GoodWe, or Tesla Powerwall 2 solar battery installed? Origin and Energy Matters have teamed up to provide customers with an additional way to save and make money! Join Origin Loop VPP as Read More
(The Center Square) – The City of Tumwater in western Washington, an area of the state notorious for its cloudy weather throughout most of the year, plans to test a solar-powered electric vehicle charging station. The Tumwater City Council unanimously voted on Read More
There are many benefits of installing solar panels that homeowners know about — they increase your energy savings, reduce your carbon footprint by using renewable energy and can even earn you a healthy tax credit. But did you know going solar also increases your home Read More
Toledo Solar will permanently close in August, but its interim president says the company never really got off the ground after a lawsuit and other factors. PERRYSBURG, Ohio — Toledo Solar, Inc., is closing its doors for good. The Perrysburg-based solar energy Read More
Solarize the Triad, a new private-public coalition is working to expand solar energy usage in the region. The program is designed to boost solar energy through community outreach and group purchasing of materials and services. Piedmont Environmental Alliance Green Jobs Program Manager Will Read More
