Buck the Duck Curve: California’s Bold Leap Towards Solar Empowerment by Bradley Bartz, President/Founder, ABC Solar Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 In the sun-drenched state of California, solar power has been both a beacon of hope and a point of contention. At the heart of this debate lies the infamous “Solar […]
Efficient DC power converter enhances microgrid sustainability by Riko Seibo Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 A novel DC-DC power converter developed by Kobe University promises enhanced energy storage and conversion efficiency, marking a key step in advancing microgrid technologies. This new converter, designed to integrate seamlessly with various DC energy sources, improves […]
‘Ancient Roman’ solar roof tiles power Pompeii villa By Ella IDE Pompeii, Italy (AFP) April 19, 2024 Pompeii is shining a light on mysterious rites of ancient Rome thanks to terracotta-style solar roof tiles installed on one of its most famous villas. The traditional-looking tiles have solar photovoltaic cells inside, allowing the UNESCO […]
Research suggests new lithium source in pyrite by Hugo Ritmico Madrid, Spain (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 Lithium, known for its reactivity and essential role in lithium-ion batteries, is critical for sustainable energy technologies like electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems. Given the surge in lithium demand, researchers are looking into less conventional […]
What are 3 cons of using solar panels? Disadvantages of solar energy High initial costs of panel installation. The most common drawback of solar power, cost, is falling as the industry expands. … Solar energy storage is expensive. … Solar does not work for every type of roof. … Solar panels depend on sunlight. Why […]
New Layered Perovskite Structure Explored for Enhanced Optical Properties by Riko Seibo Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 Perovskites are critically important in the field of materials science due to their distinct and varied properties arising from their unique crystal structure. These properties have potential revolutionary applications in advanced technology areas. A method […]
