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Ikea and artist Olafur Eliasson launch solar-powered LED lamp range

Business Green

New Sammanlankad range combines 'beauty, art, and design with solar technology' Ikea has teamed up with world-leading artist Olafur Eliasson on a range of solar-powered LED lamps in a bid to raise awareness about clean energy access. And when fully charged, the lamp's battery can be used to charge a mobile phone.

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Renewable technology innovation: measuring progress – IRENA

Smart Energy International

As clean energies grow in countries’ energy mixes, ongoing innovation is key for reducing costs and improving the performance. Research, development and demonstration of clean energies is common across countries and regions. Have you read? Sign up to our newsletter and stay informed.

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How Efficient Are Solar Panels?

Sunrun

Solar Panel Efficiency - From NASA to Your Roof NASA uses solar power in space.1 These robotic rovers were sent to Mars in 2004 and exceeded all expectations of performance by using sunpower.2 2 Both robots were equipped with solar panels that sat on top of their “wings.” 1 Remember Spirit and Opportunity?

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China Can Help Supersize Global Hydrogen Economy, According to Shell

GreenTechMedia

He pointed to the breakneck scaling and cost reduction of solar power, which had everything to do with the pace at which China incentivized both supply and domestic demand. The country installed 130 GWs of solar PV in between 2010 and 2017. “Electrons alone can't fully decarbonize the energy system.

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How Efficient Are Solar Panels?

Sunrun

Solar Panel Efficiency - From NASA to Your Roof NASA uses solar power in space.1 These robotic rovers were sent to Mars in 2004 and exceeded all expectations of performance by using sunpower.2 2 Both robots were equipped with solar panels that sat on top of their “wings.” 1 Remember Spirit and Opportunity?

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Top 10 Women of Solar

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Posted by Guest Contributor Anyone who’s tried to get a ticket to the consistently sold out Women in Solar Breakfast panels during Solar Power International knows the female contingent of this industry is passionate about carving out and defending their seats at the proverbial table.