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This schematic shows the evolution from solvated individual Tc-DA molecules to dimers to larger clusters through concentration-induced aggregation.

This Solar Breakthrough Could Double Efficiency—Find Out How Tc-DA Aggregates are Shaping the Future of Singlet Fission

Researchers from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Colorado, USA, have synthesised tetracene diacid (Tc-DA) aggregates that can be used in high-efficiency singlet fission solar cells. The study, published in the Journal

Sunita Somvanshi

October 2, 2024

An aerial view of the Redstone Solar Thermal Power Plant.

Africa·Energy·News

South Africa’s First 100 MW Solar Tower Powers 200,000 Homes—Discover the Cutting-Edge Molten Salt Technology Behind It

The renewable energy landscape in South Africa has taken a significant step forward with the grid connection of the 100-megawatt Redstone Concentrated Solar Thermal Power (CSP) Plant. Constructed by Power Construction Corporation

Sunita Somvanshi

September 28, 2024

Environment·Science·Water

Solar-Powered Device Turns Seawater into Fresh Water: 20 Litres a Day Per Square Meter

In a world where access to clean water is becoming increasingly scarce, researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed an innovative solution that could quench the thirst of millions. Their new

Rahul Somvanshi

September 20, 2024

Illustration of the new micro-CPV system

Energy·Science·Technology

New Solar Tech Surpasses 36% Efficiency—Find Out How Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE Did It

In a move that could reshape the solar energy landscape, Soltec and Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have joined forces to develop a new micro-concentrator photovoltaic (CPV) technology. This collaboration

Sunita Somvanshi

September 20, 2024

200 Airbus Sparkwing solar arrays for MDA Space's AURORA satellite line.

Business·innovation·Space

Airbus Clinches Major Solar Array Deal with MDA Space, Boosting Satellite Constellation Market

On September 16, 2024, Airbus announced a substantial contract with MDA Space Ltd. to furnish over 200 Sparkwing solar arrays for the MDA AURORA™ software-defined satellite product line. This deal marks a

Sunita Somvanshi

September 19, 2024

Smartphone Screen Charging Made Possible by Transparent Solar Cells' 15.8% Efficiency

Energy·Science·Technology

Transparent Solar Cells Achieve 15.8% Efficiency: Smartphone Screen Charging Now Possible

Researchers at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) in South Korea have developed a groundbreaking technology that allows smartphone batteries to be charged using transparent solar cells attached to

Rahul Somvanshi

September 17, 2024

125 foot, 500GT catamaran model in the sea.

Maritime·Mobility·Sustainability

Cosmopolitan 125 Hybrid Catamaran: The 124-Foot Solar-Powered Yacht Redefining Sustainable Luxury on the Seas

Spanish yacht builder Cosmopolitan Yachts has unveiled its largest and most ambitious vessel to date – the Cosmopolitan 125. This 124.67 foot (38-metre) catamaran represents a bold step forward in sustainable luxury

Rahul Somvanshi

September 15, 2024

Astronomy·USA

Unprecedented Northern Lights Sightings in U.S., NOAA Warns, Solar Cycle Heats Up

Recent increases in solar activity have led to a surge in northern lights sightings, captivating skywatchers across the northern latitudes. The Sun’s current active phase is driving more frequent and intense auroral

Govind Tekale

September 15, 2024

Energy·USA

California Repurposes Oil Fields into a Massive Solar Battery with GeoTES, Aiming to Store Solar Energy to Power Thousands of Homes by 2045

California has set a goal to achieve carbon-neutral energy production by 2045. To reach this ambitious target, it is crucial to increase the production of clean energy and the capacity to store

Sunita Somvanshi

September 10, 2024

Satellite view of World’s Largest Solar Plant Midong District, Ürümqi, Xinjiang, China.

China·Energy·World

World’s Largest Solar Plant Surpasses 3.5 GW in China’s Xinjiang, Outshining Previous Global Record by Over 1.3 GW

China Green Electricity Investment in Tianjin, a subsidiary of China Green Development, group (CDCG) has unveiled what can be referred to as a global benchmark having commissioned 3.5 GW Midong photovoltaic (PV)

Sunita Somvanshi

August 28, 2024