renewables
Scientists Invent fast Way To Make Solar Modules Greener
Posted in Hardware, Science on 27th Nov, 2020
by Alex Muller
"If we can build a perovskite module that lasts 30 years, we could bring down the cost of electricity below 2 cents per kilowatt-hour"
Adding cesium to perovskite in solar cells boosts performance of silicon
Posted in Hardware on 11th Jan, 2016
by Alex Muller
Solar has so far not been efficient enough for the average consumer; doubling efficiency might make it a smart investment.
UK Government proposes major VAT hike for domestic solar installations
Posted in Business on 10th Dec, 2015
by Alex Muller
Proposal to boost VAT rate from five per cent to 20 per cent likely to add 00 to the average cost of domestic solar projects, say campaigners.
Odisha (India) bets big on solar power, plans to set up 1,000Mw park
Posted in Business on 19th Oct, 2015
by Alex Muller
The central Indian government has set a target of generating 175,000 Mw of power through renewable energy sources by 2022.
Lightweight solar cells track the sun, providing 40 percent more energy than fixed cells
Posted in Hardware on 15th Sep, 2015
by Alex Muller
Inspired by Japanese paper-cutting art, they replace heavy conventional Sun-tracking systems.