Solar
As millions of solar panels age out, recyclers hope to cash in
Solar panels have a lifespan of 25 to 30 years, but they contain valuable metals, including silver and copper. With a surge of expired panels expected soon, companies are emerging that seek to recycle the reusable materials and keep the panels out of landfills. Read More
What’s after coal? Accelerating China’s overseas investment in renewables
China is well positioned to promote green power sources on a large scale. Read More
Microgrids Maximize Value From Solar Power – On and off the Grid
Solar energy is rapidly developing as one of the most common forms of renewable energy production. They produce clean, locally generated energy — a must-have in a time of ambitious sustainability goals. But not all solar installations are alike. While they capture the benefit of lower emissions and reduce the cost of electricity consumed, many do not realize the full investment value because of disruption costs that stem from utility grid dependence. Read More
It is time to fix injustice in global solar supply chains
Victims of oppression in Xinjiang pay the price for cheap, coal-intensive solar modules. Read More
Cities are leading the way toward a sustainable and resilient future
How three cities, Cupertino, Orlando and Boston, are using their communities, new technology and buildings to fight the effects of climate change. Read More
Why solar microgrids are the future of sustainable energy
Sponsored: Are you maximizing the value of your solar? Learn about the role microgrids play to maximize the value of solar energy and ensure resilient power. Read More
The health, economic and community benefits of zero-carbon buildings
And three ways to maximize their impact. Read More
Is green hydrogen the biggest opportunity for climate tech funding?
Sponsored: Dr. Maria Anez-Lingerfelt, senior scientist at Pall Corporation looks at how finance and tech must align to make further progress for sustainable energy. Read More
Floating solar farms: What are they and can they help us reach net zero?
Photovoltaics on the water in China's Solar Valley can be seen from space. Other notable installations are surfacing around the world. Read More
Solar panels have come a long way. Recycling them has not
Making solar panel recycling more commonplace will require a mix of technological advances, economic incentives and smart policies at the state and federal levels. Read More
