The European solar market is showing signs of renewed strength as prices for advanced solar module technologies climbed above the €0.1/Wp threshold in February 2026. According to the latest industry data, high-efficiency options such as TOPCon and back contact modules experienced significant month-on-month increases, driven by growing buyer confidence and a strategic shift toward next-generation […]
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Australia’s residential energy sector experienced a historic surge in February as homeowners rushed to capitalize on federal subsidies before upcoming policy shifts. Driven by the “Cheaper Home Batteries” program, energy storage registrations hit a record 1.2 GWh, while rooftop solar installations reached their highest February levels to date. This dual growth highlights a robust market […]
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Global deployments of long-duration energy storage (LDES) grew by 49% in 2025, according to a recent Wood Mackenzie analysis. Despite this steady growth, emerging technologies face stiff competition from lithium-ion batteries, which benefit from maturing supply chains and rapid cost reductions. While the transition to renewable energy requires global grid storage capacity to jump from […]
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Europe is sitting on more than 85 GW of untapped solar energy potential across commercial and industrial rooftops that are currently structurally unable to support standard solar panels. Research from the Becquerel Institute reveals that conventional solar module weight remains a primary barrier for older warehouses and manufacturing hubs across the continent. However, the emergence […]
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Redwood Materials is significantly expanding its second-life battery energy storage operations following the discovery that used electric vehicle battery packs are of much higher quality than previously estimated. The US-based recycling and materials firm is shifting its focus from processing manufacturing scrap to repurposing entire battery packs for stationary storage. With multiple gigawatt-hours of inventory […]
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The European Union is positioning sodium-ion battery technology as a cornerstone of its future industrial strategy to enhance competitiveness and secure energy independence. Séamus Boland, President of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), has called for the next long-term EU budget, covering 2028 to 2034, to prioritize funding for this sector. By diversifying beyond […]
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A new report on Spain’s solar sector reveals a fundamental shift in consumer behavior following a significant power outage in early 2025. The “InformeSolar 2025” highlights that while cost reduction remains a primary driver, energy independence and resilience have become critical priorities for households. This evolution is pushing the market toward a more mature phase […]
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British inventor James Bruton has unveiled his latest engineering feat: a self-balancing electric motorcycle that operates on a single spherical wheel. Building on his previous dual-ball design, this new prototype utilizes three powerful motors and a complex control system to maintain equilibrium while carrying a rider. Despite significant challenges regarding steering and static electricity interference, […]
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Researchers from Kyung Hee University and Hyundai Motor Group have pioneered an AI-driven method to create high-efficiency, full-color semitransparent perovskite solar cells. By utilizing an inverse design strategy and multilayer coatings, the team successfully engineered solar modules that can display a wide range of vivid colors without the typical performance losses associated with color tuning. […]
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The levelised cost of electricity (LCOE) for fixed-tilt solar PV has experienced an unusual 6% increase between 2024 and 2025, according to the latest report from Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF). Now sitting at US$39/MWh, solar remains the most cost-effective power generation source globally, beating out both wind and fossil fuels. While higher interest rates […]
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