Rethinking solar panel geometry beyond the traditional rectangle can unlock significant energy potential by optimizing coverage on complex, irregular rooflines.

There are very few options available to people to dispose of old solar panels. The government has announced a national solar panel recycling pilot to prevent them becoming toxic waste in landfill.

Rain is often considered a “free” method of maintaining solar panels. Homeowners often believe that when the clouds darken, Mother Nature will wash away dirt from the solar panels, restoring ...

Discover how to create a functional DIY solar panel using a compact disc, copper foil, aluminum foil, and LEDs in this engaging science experiment. Watch as we assemble the components, connect the ...

Rethinking module geometry beyond the traditional rectangle could increase rooftop PV capacity on irregular buildings by improving packing efficiency and expanding placement options.

Kardinia Energy has secured AUD 2.15 million from the Australian government’s Industry Growth Program to scale up its flexible, low-cost printed solar technology from university proof-of-concept to ...

Maximize the solar energy your solar panels deliver! Learn safe and effective steps to clean your solar panels, removing dirt and debris for optimal performance. Solar panels are a great money-saving ...

University of Georgia researchers are studying agrivoltaics, combining solar energy and agriculture on the same land.

A new material can store energy from sunlight and convert it into hydrogen days later. The material, jointly developed by researchers from Ulm and Jena, can do this even in the dark. The process is ...

Elon Musk emphasized in Tesla’s latest results call, which saw net income plunge 61% in 2025’s final quarter, that the EV maker should now be viewed as a “physical” AI company as it makes a big pivot ...

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