Mauritian researchers have developed a solar tracker prototype that increases current by around 37%. The device uses a simplified and mechanical tracking system. Researchers at the University of ...

Even on busy rail networks, the gap between lines can spend much of its time doing little but face skyward, so why not put that space to good use? Swiss startup Sun-Ways is looking to do just that by ...

In the realm of renewable energy, a groundbreaking device known as Mysoltrk is a fantastic project powered by Arduino designed to track the sun’s position, optimizing solar panel performance and ...

Solar tracking systems and photovoltaic (PV) energy optimisation represent a pivotal nexus in renewable energy technology. By dynamically adjusting the orientation of solar panels to follow the sun’s ...

When we bought a not-quite-finished off-grid home about a month into the COVID-19 lockdown, my wife and I set out on an adventure in more ways than one. We decided it was the right time to begin the ...

In the past few years, the price-per-watt for solar panels has dropped dramatically. This has led to a number of downstream effects beyond simple cost savings. For example, many commercial solar farms ...

Humans have harnessed the sun's energy for heat and light in various ways for centuries. From housing designs featuring thermal mass heated by the sun, to solar powered ovens and greenhouses, the ...

The sight of rooftop solar panels is becoming more common as homeowners seek to reduce their electric bills and support sustainable environmental practices. But sometimes the roof isn't the best ...

To make these solar panels, Indian companies need PV cells—which are the small parts that convert sunlight into electricity. Since India doesn’t yet make enough of these cells on its own, it is ...