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Category: Solar energy

Meta invests 12 gw in solar energy

By Smarthomes

January 15, 2025 3

Meta is expanding its renewable portfolio by acquiring 200 megawatts of solar energy from multinational electric utility Engie, bringing its total to 12 gigawatts.

The future of hydrogen production and storage with PV energy

By Smarthomes

November 14, 2024 12

Harnessing surplus solar energy for hydrogen production and storage offers a sustainable solution to energy challenges, promising reduced emissions and enhanced energy independence.

PV smashed in Scotland during Cricket game

By Smarthomes

October 24, 2024 20

A cricket ball smashed a solar panel at a Scottish match, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in solar infrastructure and sparking concerns about Scotland’s renewable energy policies.

Is off-grid the future of how home electricity?

By Smarthomes

September 28, 2024 17

As households shift towards off-grid living, solar panels and advanced batteries make energy self-sufficiency a reality, reducing utility bills and greenhouse gas emissions.

Breakthrough interface boosts solar cells efficiency

By Smarthomes

September 18, 2024 18

Researchers at HKUST developed a chiral-structured interface in perovskite solar cells boosting efficiency and durability for commercialization.

Homeowners’ rights when neighbor’s trees block solar panels

By Smarthomes

September 16, 2024 18

When trees block solar panels, homeowners’ rights are protected by laws like California’s Solar Shade Control Act.

How air temperature affects solar panels efficiency

By Smarthomes

August 26, 2024 0

The efficiency of solar panels is significantly impacted by temperature, with rising temperatures causing a decrease in efficiency due to increased thermal noise, electrical resistance, and doping level degradation.