A New Breakthrough in Ultra-Thin Solar Cells When one hears the word solar, an image of vast fields or roofs with rectangular blue panels likely comes to mind. But that is about to change. A new, ultra-thin and ultra-flexible solar cell has been developed and tested. This same research was undertaken at the Monash University, …
Amazon Closer to Going Total Solar Amazon has made quite a leap in their solar PV energy consumption, as they have decided to build 5 new utility-scale solar projects in the US, China and Australia. In over two decades of business, Amazon has gone a long way as far as size is concerned. With that …
Finally, a Map That Shows Solar Energy Sites Worldwide For the first time, we have access to a globally open dataset of solar power sites worldwide. Four researchers from the University of Southampton published a report in the Nature journal and have worked on the ‘Harmonised global datasets of wind and solar farm locations and …
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A Solar Cell Material That Might Change the Future The word bithiophenylethylammonium might look confusing. Well, it is a material that might have just become the key to high-efficiency solar power. When added to the surface of a perovskite, bithiophenylethylammonium stabilizes it, which is something scientists have been trying to achieve for years now. Perovskite …
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A New World Record for the Cheapest Solar Plant in the Land of Oil Abu Dhabi, an oil rich country, is building the world’s largest solar plant. This is a great proof of the inevitable transition to solar. But it is not just the size of the solar plant that widens our eyes, it is …
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Solar Officially Becomes the Cheapest Power Source for Most A new Bloomberg NEF study shows that prices for solar power have reached a record low. Solar PV, along with onshore wind are now the cheapest energy sources for two thirds of the world’s population. The interesting fact is that these two thirds of the population …
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The Impact on Solar PV During the COVID-19 Pandemic Within a few months, the Coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the global economy. All businesses are hit badly. The solar energy sector, however, is an interesting unfolding of a story. On the surface, the sector seems to have taken a hit like any other, however …
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Biggest Solar Tech to Look Out for in In about a century since the inception of solar PV, the technology has come a long way and experienced exponential growth in efficiencies and durability. At the same time, it underwent an exponential drop in costs, with a staggering 99% drop occurring in just 40 years. Interestingly, …
The Rise of Solar Microgrids Solar Microgrids are certain to rise in popularity in the coming years. Societies are expanding beyond cities, and the financials look better with community grids rather than traditional long-distance grids. Another important factor is that existing grid infrastructure continues to become outdated and inefficient. As well, microgrids present themselves as …
Nearly Half of U.S. Homeowners in Favor of Rooftop Solar A significant portion of homeowners in the U.S., specifically 46%, are in favor of purchasing a solar rooftop system. The number has increased from 40% in 2016. With 6% of homeowners having already installed a system, the percentage of homeowners favoring solar actually becomes 52%. …
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How North American States Are Pushing Clean Energy Forward At the beginning of the year, within a span of a few months, a number of states including California, Washington, New Mexico, and Puerto Rico passed a law for switching entirely to clean energy by 2045 or 2050. This is a remarkable milestone in the country’s …
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Tesla Solar Roof Cost vs Traditional Solar Panels Elon Musk has recently rolled out version 3 of Tesla’s roof tiles. Being one of the most innovative products of the world of solar energy, they have garnered a lot of attention and curiosity. Although there is no doubt about its aesthetic appeal, the biggest question will …
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Solar Financing Options – The Best Solar Financing Companies The costs of solar systems have decreased at an incredible rate in the past few years. Despite that, it does come with a significant price tag and some people may deem it to be expensive to buy outright. However, there are a few options where the …
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Everything You Need to Know About the Federal Solar Tax Credit The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is a mechanism that allows homeowners or businesses to receive a tax credit equivalent to 30% of their investment cost of a solar energy system. Essentially, this solar tax incentive is equivalent to having a system for a …
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Goal Zero Yeti 1400 Lithium Review Key Features Key Specifications Where to Buy Customer Reviews Key Features Multiple charging options Multiple output ports Display panel Wi-fi connectivity Built-in pure sine-wave inverter Key Specifications 1425 Wh or 132 Ah, 10.8V Li-ion battery Dimensions: 10.1 x 15.3 x 10.4 in (25.7 x 28.9 x 26.4 cm) Weight: …
Renogy Phoenix 100 Mini Power Station Review Key Features Key Specifications Where to Buy Customer Reviews Key Features High density 21700 Lithium battery cells DC and AC charging options Heat dissipating design Overcharge, short circuit, and surge protection Key Specifications Battery size: 27000 mAh/97.2 Wh Output: 5V (DC), 110V (AC) Dimensions: 2.7 x 2.7 x …
Renogy 200-Watt Eclipse Monocrystalline Solar Suitcase Review Key Features Key Specifications Where to Buy Customer Reviews Key Features High efficiency monocrystalline cells with back-contacts Integrated charge controller Anti-reflective, tempered glass Corner protected aluminum frame Pre-drilled mounting holes Key Specifications Max. Power: 200W Max. power voltage: 17.7V Max. power current: 10.35A Dimensions (folded): 41.3 x 21.1 …
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Renogy 300-Watt 24-Volt Monocrystalline Solar Panel Review Key Features Key Specifications Where to Buy Customer Reviews Key Features High efficiency PERC cells Anti-reflective, toughened glass Rust-free aluminum frame Water proof Key Specifications Max. Power: 300W Max. power voltage: 32.25V Max. power current: 9.33A Dimensions: 64.96 x 39.25 x 1.57 in (165 x 100 x 4 …
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Renogy 100-Watt 12-Volt Monocrystalline Foldable Solar Suitcase Review Key Features Key Specifications Where to Buy Customer Reviews Key Features Foldable, briefcase-like design High efficiency monocrystalline cells Integrated charge controller Integrated mounting stands Highly durable build Key Specifications Maximum Power: 100W Max. power voltage: 18V Max. power current: 5.56A Dimensions (folded): 19.9 x 27.2 x 2.8 …
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Renogy 270-Watt 24-Volt Polycrystalline Solar Panel Review Key Features Key Specifications Where to Buy Customer Reviews Key Features Guaranteed positive output tolerance Anti-reflective glass Bypass diodes Pre-drilled mounting holes Key Specifications Max. Power: 270W Max. power voltage: 31.4V Max. power current: 8.60A Dimensions: 64.96 x 39.25 x 1.57 in (165 x 100 x 4 cm) …
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