solar power (253 articles)
solar power uses photovoltaics to create electricity from sunlight.
a solar-powered chicken caravan by doh studio is a 'coop on wheels'
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designers on holiday (DOH studio) has created an aluminium clad solar powered chicken coop for the ecology center in san juan capistrano.
designers on holiday (DOH studio) has created an aluminium clad solar powered chicken coop for the ecology center in san juan capistrano.
kenya installs the first solar power plant to transform ocean water into drinking water
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the farm uses a filtrating system that desalinates the brackish liquid to produce enough water for 35,000 people every day.
the farm uses a filtrating system that desalinates the brackish liquid to produce enough water for 35,000 people every day.
bill gates-backed giant solar farm could cut 10% of global carbon emissions
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clean energy company heliogen is transforming sunlight to create and replace fuels.
clean energy company heliogen is transforming sunlight to create and replace fuels.
max zhivov integrates solar panels and wind turbines in traveling houseboat design
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the HT is designed to facilitate a mobile lifestyle, allowing users to transport themselves wherever and whenever they please.
the HT is designed to facilitate a mobile lifestyle, allowing users to transport themselves wherever and whenever they please.
stefano boeri's solar-powered train station doubles as public piazza in matera, italy
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stefano boeri architetti has designed a train station in matera, italy, featuring 696 solar panels to power a public piazza incorporated into the design.
stefano boeri architetti has designed a train station in matera, italy, featuring 696 solar panels to power a public piazza incorporated into the design.
tesla's new solar roof tiles are hydrographically printed to resemble french slate
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called solarglass, the product is designed to look just like normal roof tiles when installed on a house, while doubling as solar panels to generate power.
called solarglass, the product is designed to look just like normal roof tiles when installed on a house, while doubling as solar panels to generate power.
the living vehicle 2020 is a net-zero luxury apartment in an aluminum shell
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the living vehicle 2020 model is a net-zero, off-the-grid camper for full-time living that sleeps up to 6.
the living vehicle 2020 model is a net-zero, off-the-grid camper for full-time living that sleeps up to 6.
solar panelled toyota prius harnesses additional 27 miles of range
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with high-efficiency solar battery cells from sharp, toyota's solar panelled prius sources energy when parked and being driven.
with high-efficiency solar battery cells from sharp, toyota's solar panelled prius sources energy when parked and being driven.
lightyear one is the world’s first long-range solar electric car
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solar panels line the lightyear one's aerodynamically shaped roof and hood to charge whilst driving.
solar panels line the lightyear one's aerodynamically shaped roof and hood to charge whilst driving.
america's renewable energy usage surpasses coal for the first time ever
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renewables generated more electricity than coal-fired plants in the month of april and could continue to do so.
renewables generated more electricity than coal-fired plants in the month of april and could continue to do so.
SPACE10's miniature wooden village combines the potential of solar panels and blockchain
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the vision is to democratize access to renewable energy by creating cooperative micro-grids in local communities.
the vision is to democratize access to renewable energy by creating cooperative micro-grids in local communities.
mitsubishi's new energy ecosystem lets you power your home with your car
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say goodbye grid - 'dendo drive house' frees homeowners from traditional sources of electricity.
say goodbye grid - 'dendo drive house' frees homeowners from traditional sources of electricity.
FABRICations draws a framework for energy landscapes of the future netherlands
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the architects claim that drastically reduced carbon emissions will only be possible if the spatial limits of traditional renewable energy infrastructure are challenged.
the architects claim that drastically reduced carbon emissions will only be possible if the spatial limits of traditional renewable energy infrastructure are challenged.
hyundai and kia unveil panoramic solar roof to boost batteries in vehicles
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the electricity-generating solar panels will be incorporated into the roof or the hood of vehicles, and will support internal combustion, hybrid and battery electric vehicles.
the electricity-generating solar panels will be incorporated into the roof or the hood of vehicles, and will support internal combustion, hybrid and battery electric vehicles.
zero-waste couple plan antarctic expedition in plastic solar-powered wagon
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to build the solar voyager, a new hexagonal building block known as a hexcore has been developed using recycled materials.
to build the solar voyager, a new hexagonal building block known as a hexcore has been developed using recycled materials.
plant installation uses the power of photosynthesis to produce renewable energy
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green spark uses plants as battery cells, producing a source of renewable energy that could spark electricity supplies for future cities.
green spark uses plants as battery cells, producing a source of renewable energy that could spark electricity supplies for future cities.
open architecture systems unveils plans for solar-powered barilla pavilion in parma
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the pavilion's roof is made of a grid of photovoltaic cells and perforated panels for solar power and natural ventilation.
the pavilion's roof is made of a grid of photovoltaic cells and perforated panels for solar power and natural ventilation.
MAD proposes 'living garden' as home of the future at china house vision 2018
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in place of a traditional home - where walls and roofs form boundaries - a curved, floating roof slopes downwards atop an open grid-like structure.
in place of a traditional home - where walls and roofs form boundaries - a curved, floating roof slopes downwards atop an open grid-like structure.
world's first ocean-going solar yacht can cruise the globe with no need for a fuel stop
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the 78-foot electric boat features a giant solar array, which covers the boats top, generating up to 320 kWh on a sunny day.
the 78-foot electric boat features a giant solar array, which covers the boats top, generating up to 320 kWh on a sunny day.
flower-shaped solar panels are sprouting up across america
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the smartflower all-in-one photovoltaic system takes the form of a flower, with solar panel ‘petals’ that automatically unfurl when the sun rises.
the smartflower all-in-one photovoltaic system takes the form of a flower, with solar panel ‘petals’ that automatically unfurl when the sun rises.
solar powered products that look like cheese could help power africa and stop child labour
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these dairy disguised devices are part of a kickstarter campaign that wants to provide charging cow stations for children and their families in east africa.
these dairy disguised devices are part of a kickstarter campaign that wants to provide charging cow stations for children and their families in east africa.
sono motors' solar-powered car sales surge as sustainable mobility increases
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sono motor's stylish, lightweight yet affordable 'sion' electric vehicle will soon be available in the dutch market, as well as germany.
sono motor's stylish, lightweight yet affordable 'sion' electric vehicle will soon be available in the dutch market, as well as germany.
IKEA's first india store will use solar powered electric rickshaws for deliveries
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the electric rickshaws will make up 20% of the new IKEA store’s delivery fleet, and will be helpful for navigating the country's notoriously dense traffic.
the electric rickshaws will make up 20% of the new IKEA store’s delivery fleet, and will be helpful for navigating the country's notoriously dense traffic.
scientists discover that the shape of the great pyramid of giza can focus electromagnetic energy
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the discovery could lead to the creation of nanoparticles inspired by the pyramid's shape that could be used as solar cells or even sensors, a quirk in the design not realised »
the discovery could lead to the creation of nanoparticles inspired by the pyramid's shape that could be used as solar cells or even sensors, a quirk in the design not realised when they were built 4,400 years ago.
energy observer expedition: toyota sails world's first hydrogen-powered ship on a six year voyage around the globe
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hailed as a model for energy networks of the future, the first autonomous hydrogen vessel has arrived in venice.
hailed as a model for energy networks of the future, the first autonomous hydrogen vessel has arrived in venice.
blight blight & blight's structure collects rainwater and uses it to create a cloud at random intervals
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blight blight &blight's cloud generating event is totally dependent on the natural weather cycles -- so, no one ever knows when it’s going to generate a cloud.
blight blight &blight's cloud generating event is totally dependent on the natural weather cycles -- so, no one ever knows when it’s going to generate a cloud.
world's first commercial two-seater solar plane will penetrate the stratosphere 80,000 feet above earth
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it will also host pilots wearing the world's first solar powered space suits.
it will also host pilots wearing the world's first solar powered space suits.
this 'folly' desert retreat is designed for the contemporary traveler looking to live off the grid
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the mojave desert retreat respectfully exploits its site while offering visitors the chance to reconnect with the natural environment.
the mojave desert retreat respectfully exploits its site while offering visitors the chance to reconnect with the natural environment.
