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New solar-powered material adjusts body temperature for an optimal level in extreme heat or cold - giving you the freedom to explore colder climates or the hottest desert. Nankai University researchers have made a flexible open-face sandwich to create this revolutionary material.

Revolutionise vanilla production in Sepik region, PNG: EU-STREIT Programme introducing solar dryers to reduce curing time and maintain bean quality, while providing capacity-building training for 1,000+ rural households.

Discover how NREL and Solar Unsoiled are tackling the issue of pollen and bio-soiling on solar panels in the Southeastern US. A 10-year study finds that frequent rains are not enough to keep the panels clean and prevent financial losses.

Enphase Energy Inc. and SunPower Corp. join the list of rooftop solar companies hit by rising borrowing costs and decreased demand. Enphase announced 10% workforce reduction and closure of two factories while SunPower shares drop after a breach in credit agreement. Restructuring and asset impairment charges up to $18 million.

Peak Energy and Topinfra form JV to develop 500 MW of solar and battery storage capacity in South Korea, with initial investment of 70 MW. Funds from Peak Energy will fuel ambitious pipeline of projects within the country.

National Grid unveils Unbridled solar park: 160-MW PV facility in Kentucky to bring USD 42-million direct economic impact and USD 11-million tax revenue by 2021.

NextEnergy Capital has acquired their first US solar project in Florida, an impressive 100MW PV farm that will be equipped with the latest photovoltaic technology. The project is set to come online in the first half of 2025, propelling NextEnergy's fifth investment fund into the future.

Scatec ASA hits financial close on groundbreaking 60-MW Botswana solar park, providing power to 20,000 homes and paving the way for a greener future.

CGN Brasil has embarked on a major project: constructing a 195-MW solar complex in Ceara, Brazil. BRL 650 million will be invested to generate 370,000 MWh of renewable energy, enough to power 240,000 homes. Ceara is now a major player in the energy game, with 643GW of solar power, 94GW of onshore wind, and 117GW of offshore wind.

The new monolithic tandem solar cell developed by Chonnam National University achieved 23% efficiency and a 2.1V open-circuit voltage. Fusing all-inorganic halide perovskites and other materials, it promises to revolutionize artificial photosynthesis and agri-voltaic applications.

Lucky Cement has taken a giant leap in environmental sustainability, building Pakistan's first n-type photovoltaic (PV) power plant. By reducing energy costs and fossil energy usage, Lucky Cement is blazing a trail for other industries to follow and help Pakistan take a step towards renewable energy independence.

Aisin Corp, a Japanese automotive parts supplier, has partnered with Greenalia to reserve 50 MW of energy from Texas' Misae II solar project. Greenalia will generate 130 GWh of electricity annually for Aisin's North American unit, 18% of the project's capacity. Misae II is expected to be operational by late 2025 and could expand up to 695 MWdc.

Axpo Holding AG, a Swiss power producer, is aiming to revolutionize Italian energy production with 10 GW of solar PV capacity across Europe. Projects include a 3 MW facility supplying Novelis' factory in Lombardy and a 13 MW agrivoltaic park in Calabria. Get ready for a greener future in Italy!

The US Treasury and IRS propose rules for new Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit under IRA, incentivising clean energy components like solar & wind energy, batteries, and critical minerals. SEIA & ACORE praised the Credit, however NMA criticise it for not providing enough incentive. Public comment open for 60 days.

Westbridge has sold its 230-MW Georgetown solar project to Mytilineos SA, marking the Greek industrial group's entry into the Canadian renewables market. The CAD 47.6 million deal marks the start of an agreement for the sale and purchase of a 1,410-MWdc portfolio.