Tag: Solar energy
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Determinants of Solar Access in Ethiopia: Urban vs Rural
Introduction Solar energy holds promise for accelerating Ethiopia’s climate resilience and development goals. Yet access to modern, affordable solar power varies dramatically between urban centers and rural communities. Understanding the determinants that enable or impede solar energy adoption is essential for policies that promote equitable transitions away from fossil fuels and toward reliable, clean electricity…
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Determinants of Solar Energy Access in Urban and Rural Ethiopia: Implications for Equitable Climate Transitions
Overview: Why solar access varies between urban and rural Ethiopia Solar energy is central to Ethiopia’s quest for affordable, reliable power and climate resilience. Yet access to solar technologies and services differs markedly between urban centers and rural communities. Understanding the determinants that drive these disparities is essential for designing equitable climate transitions that benefit…
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Sun-Powered Shrimp Farming: How Photovoltaic Breeding Affects Shrimp Gut Microbiota
Introduction to the photovoltaic fishery breeding model Photovoltaic (PV) fishery breeding combines solar energy with aquaculture infrastructure to create a dual-use system. In this model, solar panels are installed over or near shrimp ponds, generating renewable electricity while providing partial shading and microclimate effects that influence water quality and culture conditions. Proponents argue that PV…
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Navigating a Solar Billing Dispute: How to Challenge an Octopus Energy Bill
Understanding the Dispute If you have 36 solar panels but are facing a surprisingly high energy bill from Octopus Energy, you’re not alone. Clouded by a mismatch between expected savings and billed charges, these disputes can be stressful. The first step is to clearly identify what the £3,400 bill covers: is it for electricity usage,…
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IEA: Renewables Boom to Seal the End of the Fossil Fuel Era
The IEA forecast: a faster-than-expected shift The International Energy Agency (IEA) has projected a rapid acceleration in renewable energy deployment over the next decade, signaling an end to the era of cheap fossil fuels as the main power source. In its latest assessment, the agency says cheaper, cleaner renewables—especially solar and wind—will grow faster than…
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SolarEdge Reports Q3 2025 Revenue of $340 Million, Up 18% Sequentially
SolarEdge Announces Strong Q3 2025 Financial Results SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: SEDG) reported its third quarter 2025 financial results, signaling continued momentum for the company’s smart energy solutions. The press release indicates a revenue of $340 million, representing an 18% increase from the prior quarter, underscoring steady demand for SolarEdge’s solar optimization and energy storage…
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Solar Farms Could Save Bumblebees: A Green Path for UK Habitats
Overview: Solar energy and bumblebee conservation As the UK accelerates its transition to renewable energy, a new study highlights a promising synergy: solar farms that are carefully managed for biodiversity can become vital habitats for declining bumblebee populations. Bumblebees play a crucial role in pollination, supporting both wild ecosystems and agricultural crops. The research suggests…
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Solar Farms Could Save Bumblebees in the UK: Biodiversity Boost
How solar farms could help bumblebees As the world accelerates toward renewable energy, a surprising co-benefit is emerging: solar farms could become valuable habitats for bumblebees in the UK. A new study suggests that when solar installations are thoughtfully designed and managed for biodiversity, they can support thriving populations of these important pollinators. The finding…
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Beaming Sunlight at Night: The Bold Promise of Reflect Orbital’s Midnight Light Constellation
Overview: A Bold, controversial idea In a world where satellite internet is moving from novelty to necessity, a California startup named Reflect Orbital is proposing something even more audacious: beam sunlight from space to Earth at night. The company has sought FCC approval to launch a test satellite designed to reflect sunlight on demand, with…
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Satellite Sunlight at Night: Reflect Orbital’s Bold Plan Faces Scientific Pushback
Overview: A new frontier in nighttime energy In a move that sounds like science fiction, a California startup, Reflect Orbital, is pursuing a license from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to launch a test satellite that would reflect sunlight onto Earth on demand. The audacious goal is to create a constellation of nearly 4,000…