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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 day ago

Skydweller: Largest autonomous, solar-powered drone can fly for three months without landing - Yanko Design

The Skydweller is a solar-powered drone capable of flying for 90 days straight without landing, utilizing over 17,000 solar cells for energy.
Gadgets
#renewable-energy
Environment
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time

Renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, surpassed coal production in the US for the first time last year.
Gadgets
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

To ease the energy crisis, we're going to need better batteries

Batteries are key to effective energy storage for renewable sources, enabling consistent power supply despite weather dependencies.
Environment
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Solar Panel Scams: How To Avoid Higher Energy Bills and Costly Installer Blunders

California's electricity rates and a major solar company's bankruptcy raise concerns about the future of solar power.
Environment
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time

Renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, surpassed coal production in the US for the first time last year.
Gadgets
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

To ease the energy crisis, we're going to need better batteries

Batteries are key to effective energy storage for renewable sources, enabling consistent power supply despite weather dependencies.
Environment
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Solar Panel Scams: How To Avoid Higher Energy Bills and Costly Installer Blunders

California's electricity rates and a major solar company's bankruptcy raise concerns about the future of solar power.
more#renewable-energy
#innovation
Gadgets
fromCreative Bloq
4 months ago

Lenovo's new solar laptop concept is a shining example of 'could' over 'should' design

Innovative designs may seem impractical at first, but they can change how we use technology.
Lenovo's Yoga Solar PC aims to transform the creative workflow with solar-powered charging.
Gadgets
fromCreative Bloq
4 months ago

Lenovo's new solar laptop concept is a shining example of 'could' over 'should' design

Innovative designs may seem impractical at first, but they can change how we use technology.
Lenovo's Yoga Solar PC aims to transform the creative workflow with solar-powered charging.
more#innovation
#energy-storage
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Moonwatt secures $8.3M to dial up solar's staying power with sodium-ion storage | TechCrunch

Moonwatt aims to enhance solar power plants' operations using sodium-ion batteries for efficient energy storage and management.
Cars
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

How EVs can store energy for homes and power grids DW 12/27/2024

Bidirectional charging allows electric cars to serve as energy storage, powering homes and feeding energy back to the grid, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.
fromZDNET
7 months ago
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Jackery's giant new solar generator can power your home for up to two weeks (and now get thousands off for Black Friday!)

Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Moonwatt secures $8.3M to dial up solar's staying power with sodium-ion storage | TechCrunch

Moonwatt aims to enhance solar power plants' operations using sodium-ion batteries for efficient energy storage and management.
Cars
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

How EVs can store energy for homes and power grids DW 12/27/2024

Bidirectional charging allows electric cars to serve as energy storage, powering homes and feeding energy back to the grid, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.
fromZDNET
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jackery's giant new solar generator can power your home for up to two weeks (and now get thousands off for Black Friday!)

more#energy-storage
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago

Eco-friendly solar lantern illuminates any space aesthetically - Yanko Design

The Sonnenglas Light Carafe beautifully combines sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal, making it a favorite among eco-conscious consumers and design enthusiasts.
Design
#lorde
Mental health
fromBustle
2 months ago

Lorde Opens Up About Her Eating Disorder

Lorde discusses her struggles with an eating disorder, revealing the conflict between her public success and private health battles.
Mental health
fromBustle
2 months ago

Lorde Opens Up About Her Eating Disorder

Lorde discusses her struggles with an eating disorder, revealing the conflict between her public success and private health battles.
more#lorde
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Bay Area high school students building solar car to compete in national competition

The students from Mountain View High School are building a solar-powered car by hand and from scratch to compete in the Solar Car Challenge at Texas Motor Speedway.
Education
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Lisbon's BM2Solar closes 2M Series A round

BM2Solar focuses on increasing the profitability of independent power producers' solar power plants by integrating battery storage without requiring upfront investment.
Venture
#portable-energy
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

Can wind power generators replace my home solar panels? My verdict after months of testing

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

Can wind power generators replace my home solar panels? My verdict after months of testing

more#portable-energy
#sustainability
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Do wind power generators actually work at home? My results after weeks of testing

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Do wind power generators actually work at home? My results after weeks of testing

more#sustainability
fromsilive
1 month ago

Staten Island woman: Solar company bankruptcy led her to 'financial ruin' over broken system

When you get bills and you can't pay them, and now you get boxed in, and you're selling all your assets to pay bills, it's terrible, Cicalo said. I'm in tears three-quarters of the time.
SF parents
#space-technology
London startup
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
1 month ago

UK trial shows space robots could build solar farms in orbit

Space Solar successfully tested robotic assembly technology for solar power satellites, marking a significant step towards future in-space infrastructure projects.
London startup
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
1 month ago

UK trial shows space robots could build solar farms in orbit

Space Solar successfully tested robotic assembly technology for solar power satellites, marking a significant step towards future in-space infrastructure projects.
more#space-technology
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Making the Solar Switch: A Guide for Co-ops and Condos

Solar power provides a solution for compliance with NYC's Local Law 97 while offering significant savings on utility costs.
#home-technology
more#home-technology
#energy-efficiency
fromKqed
3 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Meet the Power Plant Tucked into Garages and Basements | KQED

fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

'All of a sudden, poof!': Complaints up, savings down as fallout from school district's $50 million energy contract continues

fromKqed
3 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Meet the Power Plant Tucked into Garages and Basements | KQED

fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

'All of a sudden, poof!': Complaints up, savings down as fallout from school district's $50 million energy contract continues

more#energy-efficiency
fromZDNET
3 months ago

These smart outdoor lights made my home holiday-ready in minutes (and they're 35% off)

The Linkind Smart Solar Lights SL5 are currently priced at $82 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, offering an easy and effective way to enhance your home's curb appeal.
Gadgets
#climate-change
NYC startup
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Power Play: How Large-Scale Complexes are Leading the Charge with Solar Investments

Urban buildings can serve as self-sufficient power hubs, aiding in climate crisis mitigation and resilience against energy market volatility.
more#climate-change
#artificial-intelligence
more#artificial-intelligence
Gadgets
fromZDNET
5 months ago

Why your solar-powered power bank isn't as reliable as you think (and what to use instead)

Solar-powered power banks are ineffective and potentially dangerous due to high temperatures preventing adequate charging.
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fromFast Company
5 months ago

The world needs more solar farms. This rolling robot is here to help

The growing energy demand has led to a critical need for increased solar panel installations and workforce, prompting innovative solutions like AI robots.
Cars
fromThe Verge
6 months ago

Aptera shows off a new solar-powered car that it swears will go into production

Aptera reveals a new solar-powered electric vehicle designed for maximum energy efficiency, aiming for production despite past challenges in securing funding.
fromZDNET
7 months ago

The world's smallest power station is a solar-charging beast

"The diminutive device that has stolen my affection is the Jackery Explorer 100 Plus, featuring a capacity of 31,000mAh and total output of 128W, allowing it to power three devices simultaneously."
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fromInsideHook
7 months ago

What's Going On With California's Solar Power Grid?

California's green energy systems are overwhelmed, causing solar power production to be halted and leading to rising electric bills despite excess generation.
fromFortune
7 months ago

Adani summoned by US SEC to explain position in bribery case

The SEC's summons to Gautam and Sagar Adani concerning allegations of over $250 million in bribes highlights serious accusations that may affect their solar-power contracts and reputation.
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