Tag: Solar Power
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Somalia Bets on Solar and Wind to Power Its Growing Future
Introduction: A Renewable Pivot for a Fast-Growing Demand As Somalia’s population continues to grow and the urban demand for electricity rises, the nation is turning to renewable energy sources—primarily solar and wind—to fill a yawning gap in access to reliable power. After decades of conflict and limited grid coverage, Somalia faces a stark energy challenge:…
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Somalia Bets on Solar and Wind as Power Demand Grows
Headline: A Step Toward Energy Independence Somalia is turning to renewable energy to meet a rapidly growing demand for electricity, driven by population growth, urbanization, and renewed economic activity. After years of conflict and infrastructure challenges, the country is prioritizing solar and wind projects to expand access, reduce fuel imports, and improve resilience. This shift…
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India’s KP Group to Invest $4B in Botswana’s Renewable Energy Future
India’s KP Group Signals a Turning Point for Botswana’s Renewable Energy Landscape India’s KP Group, a notable player in the global renewable energy sector, has taken a defining step toward expanding clean power in Africa. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Republic of Botswana to explore multi-billion-dollar…
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KP Group to Invest INR 36,000 Crore in Botswana’s Renewable Energy Drive
Overview of the Investment India’s KP Group has announced a landmark plan to invest INR 36,000 crore in Botswana’s renewable energy landscape. The investment, formalized through a memorandum of understanding with the Government of the Republic of Botswana, targets the rapid expansion of clean power generation, transmission, and storage facilities. The move underscores a growing…
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When solar bills go wrong: what to do if Octopus overcharges and the Energy Ombudsman is your next step
Overview: a customer’s struggle with a claimed £3,400 bill Many homeowners rely on solar panels to lower energy costs, but disputes can arise when a supplier like Octopus Energy presents a bill that seems inconsistent with system size and production. A common scenario is a household with a 36-panel setup being charged an unexpectedly high…
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Australia’s Energy Benchmark Shifts: Renewables Outpace Coal for the First Time
Australia’s Energy Milestone: Renewables Surpass Coal for the First Time In a historic turn for Australia’s energy landscape, renewables generated more electricity than coal in September 2025. This marked the first time the country’s renewable electricity usage overtook the energy produced from coal, a moment that many analysts say signals a lasting shift in the…
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Solar-Powered Google TV Remote: A New Era of Eco-Friendly Streaming
A Quiet Revolution in TV Accessories The next wave of smart home devices could be powered by the very light inside your living room. Epishine, a company that engineers solar cells optimized for indoor lighting, has announced that its technology is being used in a new remote control for Google TV devices. Spotted by 9to5Google,…
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Exowatt Raises $50 Million to Accelerate Dispatchable Solar for AI Data Centers in the U.S.
Exowatt Secures $50 Million to Speed U.S. Rollout of Dispatchable Solar Exowatt, a next‑generation renewable energy company, announced a fresh $50 million round to expand U.S. manufacturing and accelerate deployments of its dispatchable solar systems. The funding aims to ramp up production of Exowatt P3 units, a technology designed to provide controllable, reliable solar power…
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Exowatt Raises $50 Million to Accelerate U.S. Rollout of Dispatchable Solar for the AI Era
Exowatt Secures $50 Million to Boost U.S. Dispatchable Solar Rollout Exowatt, a next-generation renewable energy company, announced a new $50 million funding round aimed at accelerating the U.S. manufacturing and deployment of its dispatchable solar systems. The investment signals growing momentum for reliable solar power paired with flexible energy storage to meet the demanding needs…
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Meet the Founders Who Raised $700 Million to Make Light Affordable for Every African Home
Two friends, one bright idea What begins as a college project can become a global mission. Anish Thakkar and Patrick Walsh met nearly twenty years ago at the University of Illinois, forming a partnership rooted in curiosity, resilience, and a shared belief that essential services should be within reach for everyone. Their latest milestone—raising a…