New Glass Blocks May Be A Clear Choice For Solar Power
Buildings have a lot of surface area that's exposed to sunlight, so why just stop at rooftop solar panels? We've already seen solar energy-harvesting windows, and of course Tesla's solar roof. Thanks to research being carried out at the University of Exeter, we may...
Antarctica’s Newest Giant Iceberg May Destabilize the Ice Shelf
On July 12, a giant iceberg was born as a chunk some 6,000 km2 (2,300 mi2) broke away from the Larsen C ice shelf in Antarctica. The breakup was the result of an 18-month suspense story, as scientists watched the crack extend across the ice. But with the berg now...
“Green” Shoes Made From Algae
Back in 2015, we heard about how bioplastics firm Algix and clean tech company Effekt were collaborating to make eco-friendly foam based on algae instead of petroleum. The material is now being marketed as Bloom foam – by the newly-formed Bloom company – and you'll...
Mercedes-Benz Energy Teams With Vivint Solar To Put Batteries In US Homes
Mercedes-Benz Energy has made a lot of noise about its new energy storage units for the home, but Americans keen to get their hands on a set have been left wanting since the product was unveiled last year. Having announced their rollout in the UK last month,...
Tesla Starts To Take Orders For Solar Roofs
Price estimates provided before production launch. By David Robinson NEWS BUSINESS REPORTER Tesla’s solar panel factory in South Buffalo is getting closer to launch. More than six months after unveiling sleek solar roofing tiles that are expected to be a primary...