Energy industries
Zambia's electricity sector is gearing up for a massive solar push, as ZESCO and CEC Plc, the country's two leading power companies, come together to accelerate the deployment of solar power generation facilities. The joint venture aims to tap into the country's vast solar
Energy industries
Global renewable energy sector is witnessing a multitude of advancements, including ambitious targets, green hydrogen, and innovative technologies. In the Philippines, the Department of Energy aims to reach 35% renewable energy generation by 2030, with planned installations of 15GW of clean energy by the same year. This mirrors the global
Energy industries
Trade Post Energy Storage LLC has submitted a motion to intervene in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) docket ER25-2244-000, citing significant interests in the subject matter of the proceeding. The docket pertains to a tariff filing submitted by PJM Interconnection, L.L.C., regarding an amendment to an Interconnection
Energy industries
China's renewable energy development maintained a robust momentum from January to April 2025, with a 26% year-on-year increase in installed capacity and a steady rise in power generation. The national installed capacity of renewable energy power generation exceeded 2 billion kilowatts, with wind and solar power generation surpassing
Green technology
A boom in clean energy across the US has led to improved technology and falling prices, with hefty federal subsidies playing a significant role. However, a recent GOP spending bill that passed the House threatens to end federal tax credits for solar and other types of clean energy. This move
Green technology
Zinc-ion batteries based on water-based electrolytes have emerged as a promising solution to the safety issues plaguing lithium-ion batteries, with advantages including environmental friendliness, economic viability, and reduced fire risk. However, current collectors such as graphite foil have limited industrial use due to poor mechanical properties and difficulty in scaling
Green technology
Space Solar, a British startup, recently conducted a trial in the UK, where remotely operated robotic arms successfully assembled a section of the support structure for its future solar power satellite. This demonstration opens the door to the possibility of gigawatt-scale solar power satellites in space, which could beam the
Green technology
Rwanda, a landlocked East African country, is set to increase its solar power generation capacity by establishing a new plant with a capacity of 30 megawatts (MW). The current largest solar power plant in the country, located in the Rwamagana District, produces 8.5 MW, while a 5.1 MW
Green technology
The Couillard Solar Foundation will host its fourth annual Solstock Storytelling Festival on May 31 in Deerfield, Wis. The event will feature live music and speakers, as well as a competition where Wisconsin nonprofits will compete for solar panel prizes. Since 2018, the foundation has supported nearly 300 solar projects
Green technology
Eric J. Pourciau, a resident of Washington, D.C., filed a complaint with the Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia in February 2025, alleging that the Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco) had not fully credited him for the excess generation created by his solar power system. Pourciau relied
Green technology
Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have designed a solar-powered wire-traversing robot for environmental monitoring in remote areas. The robot, called RaccoonBot, uses a bio-inspired solar-tracking system and a fail-safe design to enable over a week of autonomous operation. The robot's power electronics system was designed to
Energy industries
The global transition to renewable energy is gaining momentum, driven by international agreements, ambitious national obligations, and the rapid advancement of greener technology. According to a recent report, national governments are increasingly selecting renewable energy to build their power infrastructure. However, the integration of variable renewable energy (VRE) into the
