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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Live Protein on Graphene. Can We Use Photosynthesis to Produce Electricity?

The article discusses the potential of harnessing photosynthesis to generate electricity and solar fuels, an idea that has intrigued scientists for some time.

Mar 22 • 18:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Delcy Rodríguez decrees electrical rationing for 45 days in Venezuela and blames it on solar rays

Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's interim president, has announced a 45-day energy rationing plan due to expected high solar radiation that could lead to extreme temperatures and increased energy demand.

Mar 22 • 16:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Solar AC: Will run on sunlight, know...

Solar AC is becoming a smart way to reduce electricity bills through the use of solar panels and hybrid technology for cooling during the day.

Mar 22 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

European Consumers Seek Solar Energy and Electric Vehicles Amid Soaring Energy Prices

Consumers in Germany and the UK are increasingly interested in residential solar panels and electric vehicles as a response to rising energy prices due to the war in Iran.

Mar 21 • 17:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Renewable Energies: Reiche Plans Drastic Cuts

Germany's Economic Minister Katherina Reiche announces significant cuts to renewable energy incentives, leading to concerns about the future of the energy transition.

Mar 20 • 18:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Energy Transition: One Fifth Less Support for Renewable Energy

Germany's Economic Minister Katherina Reiche is proposing a reduction in support for renewable energy projects to focus on necessary wind and solar installations.

Mar 20 • 16:09 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Energy Transition: One Fifth Less Funding for Green Electricity

Germany is reducing funding for green electricity, with new regulations emphasizing the need for essential wind and solar installations.

Mar 20 • 16:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron’: how the world’s greenest country soured on solar

Denmark's increasing backlash against solar energy reveals deep-seated rural concerns about the sustainability and aesthetics of green energy projects.

Mar 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tesla plans to buy solar equipment from Chinese suppliers worth 2.9 billion dollars

Tesla is planning to purchase solar manufacturing equipment worth approximately $2.9 billion from Chinese suppliers to boost its solar capacity in the U.S.

Mar 20 • 06:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

We Tested the Best Portable Solar Panels on the Market

The article reviews the top portable solar panels available, emphasizing their practicality for charging devices in various outdoor situations and during power outages.

Mar 20 • 06:15 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

LUSIS COMMENTS ⟩ Anyone who opposes the construction of wind and solar parks is not a friend of Latvia

The Latvian political party Suverēnā vara (SV) spearheads a citizen initiative against wind park construction, gathering over 14,000 signatures on Manabalss.lv.

Mar 19 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Power bills forecast to drop amid greater take-up of solar, home batteries

Power bills in New South Wales, south-east Queensland, and South Australia are projected to decrease due to increased adoption of solar energy and home batteries, according to the Australian Energy Regulator's draft market offer.

Mar 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Experts link solar fire to poor installation, substandard products

The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria attributes fire incidents involving solar energy systems to issues related to installation quality and component standards.

Mar 19 • 17:18 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Assotende: strategic solar screens for green houses

Assotende highlights the importance of solar shading systems in energy-efficient housing during the Global Shading Day.

Mar 19 • 14:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The advance of renewables protects Spain against rising electricity prices due to war

A recent Ember report highlights how Spain's investment in solar and wind energy has shielded it from the rising electricity prices stemming from geopolitical conflicts.

Mar 19 • 14:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Court voids the construction permit of the solar power project based on wind power decision - solar power company to take the matter forward

Neoen Renewables Finland is appealing to the Supreme Administrative Court after a court decision revoked a construction permit for a solar power project in Orimattila.

Mar 19 • 11:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How many AC fans can run on a 3-kilowatt solar plant?

The article discusses the benefits and power production capabilities of a 3-kilowatt solar plant in India, emphasizing its cost savings and sustainability for household energy needs.

Mar 19 • 03:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Solar energy installations drop in the USA in 2025 under Trump's policies

Solar energy installations in the United States fell in 2025 amid government measures against renewable sources during Donald Trump's administration, according to a sector report.

Mar 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government contracts more than one Itaipu in the largest energy auction of the year

The Brazilian government has contracted 19 GW of thermal and hydropower to bolster the electrical system during periods of high demand and low solar output.

Mar 18 • 19:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

They were looking for solar energy in Córdoba and found a Roman villa underground

Archaeological remains of a Roman villa were discovered during construction for a solar plant in Córdoba, halting the project for further examination.

Mar 18 • 14:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court suspends ICMS charge on solar energy produced by consumer in RN city

A consumer from Baraúna, Brazil, successfully suspended the ICMS charge on energy produced by their solar panels, based on a judicial ruling.

Mar 18 • 13:13 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China to help Cuba with solar energy amid US oil blockade and total power outage

China is set to bolster its support for Cuba by implementing solar energy projects during an energy crisis that has left millions without power.

Mar 18 • 11:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

There is no money, and they are looking for excuses

Struggles in the implementation of subsidized energy programs for home interventions reveal significant issues within the Greek state budget and consumer behavior.

Mar 18 • 09:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Letter from SolarPower Europe and the Association of Photovoltaic Companies to the Minister of Environment: "We have been waiting for a year for ministerial decision on self-consumption"

Industry groups express frustration over the delay in ministerial decisions regarding self-consumption regulations for solar energy in Greece.

Mar 18 • 07:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

How Pakistan’s people-led solar boom is easing impact of Middle East energy crisis

Pakistan is experiencing a surge in rooftop solar installations as citizens seek to mitigate the impact of energy shortages and skyrocketing electricity prices due to the Middle East energy crisis.

Mar 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The solar giant Sesol is filed for bankruptcy

Sesol, a solar energy company in Sweden, has been filed for bankruptcy by its parent company, Soltech, due to insufficient conditions for successful reconstruction.

Mar 17 • 11:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Electricity prices changed sharply again: explaining what caused such a drastic change

Electricity prices have dropped significantly in the Baltic states due to increased wind and solar energy production and decreased consumption.

Mar 17 • 07:41 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The first laboratory for floating panel research in Europe: testing new technologies in Portugal

A new laboratory in Portugal is testing the efficiency of 850 solar panels designed to float on water, a technology that holds significant advantages over traditional solar panels.

Mar 17 • 06:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Woori Financial Group establishes 500 billion won regional infrastructure fund for investments in solar and offshore wind

Woori Financial Group has announced the establishment of a 500 billion won infrastructure fund aimed at supporting balanced regional development through investments in renewable energy projects.

Mar 17 • 01:47 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

"Luna Ring", the project to provide energy to Earth

An ambitious project proposes to use the Moon as a giant solar power plant to supply clean energy to Earth through a system of solar panels encircling it.

Mar 16 • 22:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Town Hall Vaterstetten: Information Evening on the Citizen Solar Park Pliening

An information evening regarding the Citizen Solar Park in Pliening will take place on March 17, focusing on how local residents can purchase shares in the project.

Mar 16 • 14:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Last Breath of Oil? How Fossil Instability is Unintentionally Financing the Solar Era

The article discusses how recent instability in fossil fuel markets, particularly due to the Middle East conflict, is creating challenges while simultaneously accelerating the shift toward solar energy as a viable alternative.

Mar 16 • 13:51 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

An electric accumulator caught fire in a residential house in Plungė district

An electric accumulator caught fire in a residential house in the village of Kumžaičiai, Lithuania, prompting a response from firefighters.

Mar 16 • 07:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Solar panels can become expensive if this is not considered

Solar panels may incur high costs related to improper installation and roof damage, according to recent warnings from a solar product importer in Finland.

Mar 16 • 06:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Renewable Energy is No Longer the Future, but the Everyday Business

The report highlights a significant increase in photovoltaic project capacity in Poland, indicating a shift towards larger solar energy projects.

Mar 15 • 18:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Era of Cheap Solar is Coming to an End. Subsidies are No Longer Subsidies

The article discusses the decline of subsidies for solar energy in the Czech Republic, indicating a shift in the industry towards reduced financial support.

Mar 15 • 07:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

In Madagascar, the Jobs of the Informal Economy: Light Renters [3/3]

In Madagascar, with 70% of households lacking electricity, a micro-economy has developed around renting light, as many cannot afford to connect to the official grid.

Mar 14 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piped water supply system reaches families in the community of Aveiro

Families in the village of Escrivão, in the municipality of Aveiro, Brazil, now have access to piped water thanks to a newly implemented micro supply system that uses solar energy.

Mar 14 • 22:25 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

RESEARCH ⟩ High Electricity Prices Force Companies to Invest

High electricity prices are driving companies in Estonia to seek better control over energy costs by exploring solar parks and battery storage solutions.

Mar 14 • 13:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ambato seeks clean energy: Fairis and the Regional Electric Company Centro Norte promote self-generation with solar panels

Fairis has inaugurated a 2.2-megawatt solar plant in Ambato, Ecuador, aimed at promoting self-generated clean energy for local homes and businesses.

Mar 14 • 12:02 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Lääne Elu: Solar Farms Have Become Targets for Thieves

Police in Haapsalu, Estonia, have initiated investigations into multiple cases of cable theft and damage at solar farms in the area, with one case involving significant monetary loss.

Mar 14 • 09:53 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

What's in the free daytime power plan as global tensions rattle energy markets

Australia plans to implement a program offering free daytime electricity to some residents, aimed at optimizing solar energy use and supporting households amid rising global energy market tensions.

Mar 14 • 03:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Industrial Electricity Rates to be Revamped: Cheaper During Day, More Expensive at Night to Align with Solar Power Supply Capacity

South Korea's Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment has announced a reform of industrial electricity rates to lower prices during the day and increase them at night, encouraging energy consumption during solar generation hours.

Mar 13 • 10:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Czarnek's declaration on 'OZE-sroze'. Expert points out the problem

Przemysław Czarnek, speaking at a PiS convention, criticized the European energy framework and asserted Poland's reliance on coal while facing scrutiny for his own use of EU funding for solar panels.

Mar 13 • 10:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Investor Prospects of the Fallen Solar Group Dwindle, Also Depend on Americans

Investors in the failed solar group Solek are receiving bleak news regarding the recovery of their funds, with their prospects hinging on the actions of American investment giant BlackRock.

Mar 13 • 09:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

11 Years Imprisonment for CEO of Solar Energy Company, Prosecutor's Interrogation 'Exceeds Pursuit'

The CEO of a solar energy-related company in Japan was sentenced to 11 years in prison for fraudulently obtaining approximately 2.2 billion yen from various financial institutions under the guise of renewable energy loans.

Mar 13 • 06:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Photovoltaic Recycling: 99% Recycling Rate of Solar Panels

Greece has achieved a 99% recycling rate for photovoltaic panels, with over 500 tons collected for recycling thus far.

Mar 12 • 16:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

American company promises Sun... on demand (video)

Reflect Orbital, a California startup, plans to launch a 20-meter mirror into space to reflect sunlight back to Earth, offering potential for 'on-demand sunlight.'

Mar 12 • 09:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Chemical Industry Wants More Nuclear Power in Finland - Warns About Soaring Prices

The Finnish Chemical Industry Federation advocates for increased nuclear power to ensure energy availability and stabilize electricity prices amid fluctuating wind and solar power production.

Mar 12 • 07:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No gas, no electricity, Indian Oil will cook day and night with sunlight

Indian Oil has introduced a solar cooking system amid rising LPG cylinder prices, offering an alternative for cooking without the need for LPG.

Mar 12 • 06:56 UTC

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