Google Invests $80 Million (€60 Million) in Six Massive Solar Plants

Google Invests $80 Million (€60 Million) in Six Massive Solar Plants

The company continues its big investments in green energy

  • Green
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • November 8th, 2013
Cleaning Robots to Help Make Solar Power Cheaper

Cleaning Robots to Help Make Solar Power Cheaper

The robots are expected to increase the energy output of solar farms by 15%

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • November 7th, 2013
“Rooftop Solar Challenge” Launched by US Department of Energy

“Rooftop Solar Challenge” Launched by US Department of Energy

The goal is to make it easier for people to embrace solar power

Panasonic Rolls Out Solar Lantern That Doubles as a Charger

Panasonic Rolls Out Solar Lantern That Doubles as a Charger

The device is to replace the kerosene lamps used by people in developing countries

Sun-Power Your Tablet/Smartphone on the Go with Voltaic’s Switch Bag

Sun-Power Your Tablet/Smartphone on the Go with Voltaic’s Switch Bag

The embedded panel can generate up to 6 watts of power

The Solara 50 Is a Solar-Powered Drone Which Can Replace Some Satellites

The Solara 50 Is a Solar-Powered Drone Which Can Replace Some Satellites

The drone is capable of handling several tasks that are usually reserved for satellites

Solar Panels Are Being Installed on the White House, Inside Source Says

Solar Panels Are Being Installed on the White House, Inside Source Says

The solar panels are expected to improve the building's energy efficiency

China Announces Plans to Install More Solar Capacity

China Announces Plans to Install More Solar Capacity

The country wants to accelerate the development of the solar power industry

Germany Wants to Pull the Plug on Subsidies for Solar Power

Germany Wants to Pull the Plug on Subsidies for Solar Power

The country will quit subsidizing solar energy by 2018 at the latest

World's Largest Network of EV Fast-Charging Stations Will Soon Be Built in the Netherlands

World's Largest Network of EV Fast-Charging Stations Will Soon Be Built in the Netherlands

High officials expect the network will be up and running by 2015 at the latest

Solar-Powered Wheelchair Created by University of Virginia Students

Solar-Powered Wheelchair Created by University of Virginia Students

The wheelchair is made from lightweight materials, features custom-made solar panels

These Cat Toys Are Solar-Powered

These Cat Toys Are Solar-Powered

Of all the odd things this week, these take the cake

Abu Dhabi Now Home to the World's Largest Concentrated Solar Power Plant

Abu Dhabi Now Home to the World's Largest Concentrated Solar Power Plant

The plant's overall surface is the equivalent of 285 football fields

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • February 11th, 2013
Solar Capacity Worldwide Surpasses 100GW Barrier

Solar Capacity Worldwide Surpasses 100GW Barrier

30GW of new capacity were installed in 2012 alone, new report says

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • January 19th, 2013
Australia Can Be Powered by Renewable Energy Alone In 10 Years' Time

Australia Can Be Powered by Renewable Energy Alone In 10 Years' Time

Report analyzes the country's solar and wind power potential

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • December 11th, 2012
Wind and Solar Could Power Grid 99.9% of the Time

Wind and Solar Could Power Grid 99.9% of the Time

Coupled with storage technologies, these energy sources could slash electricity costs

San Diego Zoo Installs Solar-Powered Charging Stations for EVs

San Diego Zoo Installs Solar-Powered Charging Stations for EVs

Their goal is to educate people about embracing cleaner energy sources

 
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