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Making 'green' energy from living plant 'bio-solar cells'
Though plants can act as a source of food, oxygen and décor, they're rarely taken into consideration to be a good source of electricity. But by collecting electrons normally carried within plant cells, scientists can produce electricity as part of a "green," biological solar cell.
Dec 14, 2022 // Technology, bio-solar cells
Scientists demonstrate laser-driven control of fundamental motions of the lead halide perovskite atomic lattice
An international group of scientists from Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society, École Polytechnique in Paris, Columbia University in New York, as well as the Free University in Berlin have actually demonstrated laser-driven control of fundamental motions of the lead halide perovskite (LHP) atomic lattice.
Jun 6, 2023 // Technology, Manufacturing News, USA, New York, perovskite, Columbia University, North America, Berlin, Paris, Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society, École Polytechnique, Free University
Enel Green Power Chile starts up 375-MW solar farm
Enel Green Power Chile has actually acquired approval from the grid operator to start business procedure of its 375-MW net Campos del Sol solar PV farm in the region of Atacama, the company's moms and dad business Enel Chile said.
Feb 16, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, PV Power Plant, Enel Green Power Chile
What is Hot spot?
A part of a solar module changing its polarity when exposed to shadowing or diffuse light. The affected cells react to the current flowing through them as a
Sep 12, 2023
Perovskite Nanocrystal Breakthrough Could Lead to a Better, Cheaper Solar Cells
Scientific instrument made at McGill reveals liquid-like properties of a solid substance.
Nov 1, 2019 // Technology, Canada, solar cells, perovskite, North America, McGill University, Patanjali Kambhampati
What is Edison screw?
A right-hand threaded fitting for light bulbs complied with international standards. This type of bulb base is used in Europe and North America. In Australia,
Sep 12, 2023
From the spare room to outer space: A DIY project that can transform solar energy
A do-it-yourself gadget that started life as a hobby and took off throughout COVID-19 could help to unlock the future generation of solar power, consisting of innovative technology for room missions.
Aug 25, 2022 // Technology, solar cells, perovskite, ARC Centre of Excellence in Exciton Science, Jamie Laird, University of Melbourne
Trina Solar Powers 200MW Solar Farm in NSW
Trina Solar's Glennellen solar farm is set to light up 76,400 homes in the Riverina region of New South Wales with 200MW of clean energy and an investment of AUD 250 million. Get ready for the power of solar.
Dec 19, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Trina Solar, PV Power Plant, nsw
What is Photovoltaic(s) (PV)?
The technology converting solar energy into electric current. Such energy transformation occurs in semiconductor materials exposed to sunlight. Silicon is the
Sep 13, 2023
SunPower mulls sale of CIS device, reinforces residential solar placement with Blue Raven offer
United States solar installer SunPower is exploring options for its commercial and also industrial options (CIS) unit as it boosts its residential impact through the purchase of Blue Raven Solar.
Oct 6, 2021 // Residential, Markets & Finance News, USA, SunPower, rooftop, North America, m&a, blue raven solar
Voltalia Inks 937 MW Brazil Solar, Wind O&M
Voltalia inks 937.5 MW O&M deals in Brazil, boosting solar and wind services and Latin American footprint with performance guarantees and availability commitments across third-party assets.
Nov 5, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Voltalia, South america, Brazil
Perovskia Solar: Powering Devices Everywhere with Printed Cells
Perovskia Solar's custom-designed solar cells seamlessly power smart devices, even in low-light conditions. Their breakthrough technology eliminates the need for batteries, providing a sustainable energy solution for areas with limited access to electricity.
Jan 11, 2024 // Technology, Europe, solar cell, Switzerland, Perovskia Solar
Perovskite absorbers enable solar-powered system that converts plastic as well as greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have actually developed a system that can change plastic waste and also greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels and various other valuable products-- utilizing power from the Sun. The team mentions that this is the first time that a system that can convert two waste streams into 2 chemical products at the same time has actually been achieved in a solar-powered reactor.
Jan 11, 2023 // Technology, perovskite, University of Cambridge, Erwin Reisner, Subhajit Bhattacharjee, Motiar Rahaman
What is Blocking diode?
Semiconductor device connected in series to a photovoltaic module and a battery in order to prevent the solar device from discharging the storage system at
Sep 11, 2023
What is Rankine cycle?
A thermodynamic cycle involved in steam turbines for converting thermal energy into mechanical work. Operation of many CSP plants in based on the Rankine
Sep 13, 2023





