The New Generation of Solar panels Work at Night

The New Generation of Solar panels Work at Night

Brief  It seems counterintuitive to say that solar panels can work at night. And yet, researchers at UC Davis have cracked it.The key, according to researchers, is a specially designed photovoltaic cell that could generate up to 50 watts of power per square meter...
How to Limit the Use of Fossil fuels in Homes and Workplaces.

How to Limit the Use of Fossil fuels in Homes and Workplaces.

Brief  Building codes are long. They are wonky. They are dense. And they’re one of the most powerful tools policymakers can use to fight climate change, improve public health, and save households money.States and cities across the country are revamping these often...
How to Retrofit a Building for Lower Energy Bill

How to Retrofit a Building for Lower Energy Bill

Brief  Retrofitting your home can help to lower your energy bills and make your home warmer — here’s what you need to know.Retrofitting helps to improve a property’s energy efficiency through the addition of new technology or features, and it can help to save you...
Prototype Gravity-based Energy Storage System Begins Construction

Prototype Gravity-based Energy Storage System Begins Construction

As renewable energy generation grows, so does the need for new storage methods that can be used at times when the Sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing. A Scottish company called Gravitricity has now broken ground on a demonstrator facility for a creative new...
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