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NASA Langley is testing solar sail technology that could reduce costs of space missions

Stars and Stripes | 2024-04-18, 20:31

(Tribune News Service) — A sunlight-propelled satellite floating though space on huge metallic sails sounds like an idea straight from science fiction. But scientists at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton have spent five years making the technology a

EWEC sets sights on 7.6 Gigawatts of solar power in Abu Dhabi by 2030

The Gulf Time | 2024-04-18, 20:25

ABU DHABI/ WAM Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) is focused on expanding solar energy production in Abu Dhabi, targeting a capacity of 7.6 gigawatts (GW) by 2030. The initiative involves major solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, including the Al

Solar Groups Lobby Biden to Head Off Sector-Roiling Trade Case

Live Mint | 2024-04-18, 20:03

(Bloomberg) -- Solar developers are lobbying the Biden administration to bolster support for domestic manufacturing in a long-shot bid to discourage panel makers from seeking additional tariffs on imports. The prospect of new tariffs has compelled the biggest

Renewable energy minister backs anti-solar protests

AOL | 2024-04-18, 19:58

The renewable energy minister has backed anti-solar protests, telling a rally of campaigners in Westminster that their concerns are “completely legitimate”. Andrew Bowie joined dozens of campaigners

Scientists say they have found evidence of an unknown planet in our solar system

The Independent | 2024-04-18, 19:42

New findings represent the ‘strongest statistical evidence yet’ that Planet 9 exists, researcher says

High winds, storms cause only moderate damage in Western Pa.; power largely restored

Pittsburgh Tribune Review | 2024-04-18, 19:21

Emergency responders reported minimal damage from high winds and storms that swept through the region Wednesday night, though some communities fared worse than others. Mary Queen of Apostles School in New Kensington lost a portion of its roof around 8 p.m.

Revolutionizing Sustainable Energy: Georgia Solar Companies Partner with Georgia Power to Unveil New Parking Deck ...

Business Wire | 2024-04-18, 19:08

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Three Georgia-based solar companies have joined

Centralized PV Inverter Market Is Booming So Rapidly | Major Giants Fronius International, KACO New ...

MENA FN | 2024-04-18, 18:47

(MENAFN - EIN Presswire) Centralized PV Inverter MarketStay up to date with Centralized PV Inverter Market research offered by HTF MI. Check how key trends and emerging drivers are shaping this ... ...

Tajikistan, Uzbekistan Identify Joint Renewable Energy Projects As Lucrative Avenue

MENA FN | 2024-04-18, 18:47

(MENAFN - Trend News Agency) DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, April 18. Tajikistan andUzbekistan have identified the joint construction of wind and solarpower stations as one of the lucrative avenues for ... ...

Huawei debuts groundbreaking SUN2000-150K-MG0 solar inverter at WFES 2024 in Abu Dhabi

MENA FN | 2024-04-18, 18:47

(MENAFN - BCW Global) Abu Dhabi, UAE - April 18, 2024 – Huawei Digital Power has announced the launch of the groundbreaking SUN2000-150K-MG0 inverter for the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) market at ... ...

Can Solar Farms Save the Bees? - CNET

CNET | 2024-04-18, 18:44

Here's how solar panels can make space for more pollinators just when we need more of both. ...

County commissioners will wait for new board member before scheduling solar zoning public hearing

no EC York News-Times | 2024-04-18, 18:19

Unfortunately, this board finds itself down to four members again,” Board Chairman Chairman Randy Obermier said. ...

High winds,storms cause only moderate damage in Western Pa.; power largely restored

Pittsburgh Tribune Review | 2024-04-18, 18:08

Emergency responders reported minimal damage from high winds and storms that swept through the region Wednesday night, though some communities fared worse than others. Mary Queen of Apostles School in New Kensington lost a portion of its roof around 8 p.m.

Enormous pink 'flames' recorded on sun during total solar eclipse.

Sott | 2024-04-18, 17:55

Fiery pink towers could be seen erupting from the sun during the total solar eclipse on April 8. What are they? In this surprisingly colorful image,

Two NASA Sounding Rockets Launch from Alaska During Solar Flare

NASA | 2024-04-18, 17:50

Two Black Brant IX sounding rockets launched from Poker Flat Research Range in Fairbanks, Alaska, April 17, 2024, during an M-class solar flare for NASA's NASA home page

County recounts respose to total solar eclipse

no EC Hill Country Community Journal | 2024-04-18, 17:38

Reflecting back to the previous day’s

GRU Authority makes controversial change to solar net metering system, holds final meeting

The Gainesville Sun | 2024-04-18, 17:33

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority board voted Wednesday evening to change the utility's net metering system, a move which will result in reduced savings for customers generating solar energy at their homes. In 2002, GRU began offering rebates to

65 mph straight-line winds rip roof off Ferndale building, topple trees and power lines

Detroit Free Press | 2024-04-18, 17:32

Ferndale bore the brunt of Wednesday's thunderstorms, with strong winds estimated at 65 mph that downed trees and power lines, and even ripped the roofs off of buildings − all within a distance of just several blocks. The powerful gusts were from straight-line

Rooftop Solar Now 4th Largest Source of Electricity in Australia

Rigzone | 2024-04-18, 17:32

Collectively, rooftop solar is now the second largest source of renewable electricity generation in Australia, behind wind energy generation. ...

US plans to restore tariffs on dominant solar technology, sources say

Oman Observer | 2024-04-18, 17:24

LOS ANGELES: The Biden administration is expected to grant a request by South Korea’s Hanwha Qcells to reverse a two-year-old trade exemption that has allowed imports of a dominant ...

Braving Israeli attacks, Palestinian farmers continue farming using solar energy

Anadolu Agency | 2024-04-18, 17:06

Braving relentless Israeli attacks, Palestinian farmers are trying to continue their agricultural and livestock activities by using solar panels. While Israel has been bombing Gaza since last October, it has cut off the electricity connection in some parts of

Stellantis acquires 49.5% stake in Argentine solar company

PV Magazine | 2024-04-18, 17:06

Car manufacturer Stellantis has agreed to invest $100 million in a 49.5% stake in Argentina’s 360 Energy Solar. The two parties plan to develop new solar plants, install large-scale storage systems, and produce hydrogen energy. Automaker Stellantis said it

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