The sun, our solar system's star, has been a reliable energy source for billions of years. It provides heat, light, and drives weather patterns. This natural powerhouse supports life and inspires people across the political spectrum. In recent times, humans have relied on fossil fuels, but solar technology has advanced significantly. Photovoltaic (PV) systems now co...
Investing in renewable energy can be a bumpy ride. The ups and downs can be tough on investors. So, what can they do to protect their money? They need safe-haven assets. These are investments that can help reduce risk. Think of them as a shield. Gold and green bonds are strong shields. They can protect investments from both big drops and big gains. This is true no m...
The world is still pushing ahead with climate action, even with the U. S. stepping back. The U. N. special adviser on sustainability, Jeffrey Sachs, shared this at a recent event. He said other countries are not letting the U. S. slow them down. Sachs talked to many world leaders this year, and none mentioned changing their climate plans because of the U. S. Sachs a...
The Trump administration is taking a hard stance against climate change policies. They recently proposed to cancel a 16-year-old finding that carbon dioxide emissions are harmful to public health. This move could prevent the Environmental Protection Agency from regulating emissions from cars and power plants. The administration is not just downplaying global warming...
A Danish energy company is in a legal battle with the Trump administration over a wind farm project. The company, Orsted, is trying to stop the government from halting work on the Revolution Wind project off the coast of Rhode Island and Connecticut. The project is almost finished and could power hundreds of thousands of homes. The government suddenly ordered Orsted...
The Trump administration is making it hard for wind and solar energy to grow in the U. S. They don't want wind turbines on federal lands, farmland, or even floating offshore. Recently, they started looking into adding taxes on wind-turbine parts from other countries. They also stopped a nearly finished wind farm near Rhode Island, saying it was a "national security" ...
In the United States, a fresh trend is emerging among homeowners and renters who want to use solar energy without the high cost of rooftop installations. These small solar panels, about the size of a door, can be plugged into regular wall outlets and placed on balconies or decks. This idea has been popular in Europe for a while, but it's now gaining traction in the U...
The world is on the hunt for clean energy. Solar power is a big part of this. But there is a new kid on the block: dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). These are different from the usual silicon solar panels. They use dyes to capture sunlight. And guess what? These dyes can come from nature. Nature has a lot to offer. Plants, fruits, and even some bugs can give us th...
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a key tool in the fight against climate change. It works by trapping carbon dioxide emissions before they enter the atmosphere. However, it's not as widely adopted as it could be. One big reason is that the current incentives aren't strong enough to encourage companies to invest in it. In the U. S. , there are tax credits availabl...
The ocean, a vast and untamed force, might hold the key to cleaner energy. A French company, Seaturns, has developed a unique way to capture wave power. Their water pendulum turbines float on the sea, moving with the waves. This motion creates electricity. The design is simple and strong. It needs little upkeep and can handle rough waters. Unlike wind or solar power...