An Illinois legislative effort to legalize balcony solar systems has stalled for the year following a stalemate between clean energy advocates and labor unions. Despite growing national momentum for plug-in solar technology, proponents of Senate Bill 3104 withdrew the measure after safety concerns raised by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers led to restrictive amendments. […]
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Turkish manufacturer Kalyon PV has significantly boosted its manufacturing capabilities by commissioning a new 1.1GW solar cell production line. This expansion brings the company’s total annual solar cell capacity to 2.1GW, utilizing advanced G12R TOPConPlus technology. Located in Ankara, the facility strengthens Turkey’s position as a growing hub for renewable energy equipment. This move aligns […]
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Chinese solar manufacturer JinkoSolar has finalized the sale of a 75.1% majority stake in its US operations to private equity firm FH Capital. The deal involves the 2GW solar module production plant in Jacksonville, Florida, with JinkoSolar retaining a minority share of 24.9%. This move follows a broader trend of Chinese firms divesting from US-based […]
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Egypt’s solar energy sector is poised for exponential growth, with annual installations expected to exceed 2 GW over the next three years and reach 3.5 GW by 2029. Following the addition of 800 MW in 2025, the country’s cumulative capacity is projected to surge from 2.9 GW to 34.3 GW by 2035. Driven by favorable […]
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The Chilean Solar Energy Association (ACESOL) has reported a significant surge in criminal activity targeting photovoltaic installations, particularly in the central and southern regions of the country. A recent survey reveals that small and medium-scale distributed generation (PMGD) plants are the primary targets, with nighttime thefts focusing on high-value components like cables and solar modules. […]
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Modern electric vehicles have evolved significantly from their early iterations, shedding the limitations that once deterred potential buyers. In a recent discussion with Toyota’s Cody Emmert, the focus shifted to debunking outdated myths regarding range, performance, and cost. Today’s electric models offer instant torque and competitive pricing, aligning closely with traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. […]
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American farmers are increasingly turning to renewable energy as a vital financial lifeline amidst a worsening climate crisis and skyrocketing production costs. With extreme weather devastating traditional crop yields in states like Kansas and Oklahoma, land lease payments from wind and solar projects are providing the stability needed to keep family farms operational. Recent data […]
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Germany is pioneering a sustainable maritime solution by integrating electric vehicle (EV) batteries into the energy grid to power electric ferries. The “Bi-directional Integration of Electric Vehicles” (BIDI-EL) project uses Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology to turn parked cars into mobile energy storage units. By combining these decentralized batteries with on-site solar panel arrays, the initiative aims […]
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A collaborative research team from South Korea and the United States has achieved a significant breakthrough in renewable energy by developing a hybrid 2D/3D perovskite solar cell with a record-breaking efficiency of 26.25%. Published in Nature Energy, the study demonstrates that these innovative cells can maintain operational stability for over 24,000 hours under laboratory conditions. […]
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The Orient Express Corinthian has been officially christened in Saint-Nazaire, France, marking its debut as the world’s largest sailing cruise ship. Developed through a partnership between Accor and LVMH, the vessel serves as the flagship of the Silenseas class, blending the opulence of the legendary railway brand with cutting-edge maritime technology. Designed for sustainable luxury, […]
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