Perspective
An unexpected symbiotic relationship is forming between solar companies and sheep herders across Western Canada. It’s called Solar Grazing.
Compared to other solutions, sheep grazing poses minimal risk to equipment while offering maximum rewards.
Perspective
Canada takes a victory lap as an international panel says the U.S. must end Canada solar tariffs
It was determined that the U.S. made a couple of violations under CUSMA. Solar panel manufacturers Silfab Solar and Heliene stand to gain ...
Insight
SEC investigating Tesla over allegations it didn’t properly warn of defects in its solar panels
Tesla shares stumbled on Monday by as much as 6.4% after the exclusive report from Reuters was published — but has since rebounded. ...
Insight
Five most promising next-generation solar panel technologies with the potential to propel the industry—even further
A deep-dive review and analysis of five groundbreaking solar panels; we'll explore which ones are ripe for market commercialization and which ones could ...
Perspective
New research shows installing solar panels on half the world’s roofs could meet its entire electricity demand
Covering roofs with solar panels could significantly contribute to decarbonizing global energy systems
Studies and Modelling
Airports are ideal hosts for large-scale solar installations that could be enough to power cities
A new study on Australia's government-owned airport shows.
Perspective
Homeowners should rethink solar panel insurance—it can help avoid unnecessary expenses
Rooftop solar panels are typically covered under most standard home insurance policies, as these panels essentially form a part of your roof.
News
Hyundai’s new EV, the IONIQ 5, comes with solar panels that extend its range by 5-6 km per day
There are two versions of the IONIQ 5, a standard version and an upgraded version which features additional high-class technological features.
Studies and Modelling
The true value of solar: turns out solar panels on your house actually benefits your entire community
Utility companies are worried that solar panels drive up electricity costs for the people who don't have panels.
Research and Development
Electrical connectors developed at Sandia Labs help extinguish solar panel fires before they ignite
Sandia National Laboratories researchers spent 10 years studying hazardous arc-faults.
Streaming
This guy installed a 15kW (DIY) solar panel system on his roof—was it worth the time, and financial investment?
He says doing the project himself was very rewarding but also very challenging.