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The Secret to Better Solar Cells? Think Like a Baker

UNSW Sydney researchers have uncovered a new way to improve a promising next-generation solar cell material by making sure its ingredients stay evenly mixed while it's being made.

18 Aug 2026

Proof of Concept Launched to Advance Onboard Renewable Energy Reporting

Pioneering clean energy company MarineSolar Energy Solutions™ and Sustainable Motion (SU|MO), a specialist in high-frequency measurement and IoT solutions, have partnered to develop and validate a high-frequency energy monitoring and reporting capability for MarineSolar’s NanoDeck™ platform.

14 Aug 2026

Solar Power’s Looming Crisis: Growing PV Waste Could Turn Into a $100 Billion Industry

The world’s rapid shift to solar power is creating a massive new waste problem, with up to 402 million tons of discarded solar panels projected to accumulate globally by 2060, according to new research involving Adelaide University.

13 Aug 2026

Wildfires Cause Decline in Solar Power Output, Study Finds

The 2023 Canadian wildfires caused a 2.8% decline in solar power output, costing $2 billion and stressing the importance of climate resilience in energy.

4 Aug 2026

Solar Thermoelectric Cooling System Minimizes Environmental Impact of Fishing

Researchers have developed an off-grid solar thermoelectric cooling system to improve fish preservation while minimizing environmental impact and operational costs.

3 Aug 2026

Replacing Lithium With Sodium for Affordable Green Energy Storage Solutions

For Hugh Smith, the challenge of building an energy-secure future isn't about creating the world's "best" battery. It's about designing the right battery for the right job.

3 Aug 2026

Dirty Solar Panels Could be Costing UK Businesses Thousands

New performance data from commercial solar specialist Absolar suggests dirty solar panels could be costing UK businesses thousands of pounds in lost electricity generation every year. With routine cleaning, output could be increased by up to 16.6%.

24 Jul 2026

What is the Sweet Spot for Home Solar and Battery Systems?

For Australian households looking to reduce their electricity bills, finding the best balance between rooftop solar and battery storage can be a challenge.

17 Jul 2026

Solar Breakthrough Cuts Scarce Metal, Bringing Cheaper Clean Energy Closer to Market

An international team of researchers has built the first high-performance, commercially sized tandem solar cell that doesn't rely on the scarce and expensive metal, indium.

17 Jul 2026

Midsummer Siam Partners with the Unissol Group for Solar-Powered Tourism and Other Renewable Energy Initiatives in Bangladesh

Midsummer’s Asian subsidiary Midsummer Siam has entered into a strategic distribution and partnership agreement with leading Bangladeshi business group Unissol to bring Midsummer's advanced thin-film solar technology to Bangladesh.

From Midsummer AB 14 Jul 2026