solar power (238 articles)
solar power uses photovoltaics to create electricity from sunlight.
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.
tesla patent reveals technology behind its camouflaged solar roof tiles
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solar cells are integrated within tiles making them undetectable from a street view whilst still capturing sunlight.
solar cells are integrated within tiles making them undetectable from a street view whilst still capturing sunlight.
floating city of modular, eco-friendly pyramids is now enrolling citizens
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pierpaolo lazzarini's wayaland offers a new offshore living alternative, with influences from mayan architecture and japanese temples.
pierpaolo lazzarini's wayaland offers a new offshore living alternative, with influences from mayan architecture and japanese temples.
this solar-powered car can reach 100km/h with no battery
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a team of students in california have revealed a sleek, lightweight aerodynamic vehicle designed to smash a world record for the fastest solar-powered car.
a team of students in california have revealed a sleek, lightweight aerodynamic vehicle designed to smash a world record for the fastest solar-powered car.
ryosuke fukusada uses spherical solar cells to light up penguin’s eyes
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thanks to their spherical shape, the solar cells can absorb light from all directions, generating electricity when exposed to sunlight or indoor light.
thanks to their spherical shape, the solar cells can absorb light from all directions, generating electricity when exposed to sunlight or indoor light.
soel yachts' electric catamaran moves entirely on solar power
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with efficient solar electric propulsion as its purpose, the soelcat 12 is a noise and CO2 emissions-free yacht setting an example for ecotourism worldwide.
with efficient solar electric propulsion as its purpose, the soelcat 12 is a noise and CO2 emissions-free yacht setting an example for ecotourism worldwide.
olafur eliasson launches little sun foundation, bringing thousands solar light in rural rwanda
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with a mission to bring solar energy to vulnerable, off-grid communities, the organization seeks to support children by providing them with light to study, play, and socialize »
with a mission to bring solar energy to vulnerable, off-grid communities, the organization seeks to support children by providing them with light to study, play, and socialize after dark.
sunflower is the $8,000 robotic umbrella, music player and security camera that follows the sun
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as the world’s first autonomous robotic shade, the shadecraft ‘sunflower’ enhances internet of things to deliver a smart home ecosystem for the outdoors.
as the world’s first autonomous robotic shade, the shadecraft ‘sunflower’ enhances internet of things to deliver a smart home ecosystem for the outdoors.
sapienza university unveils the smartest house designed for solar decathlon middle east
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a super-green smart home, entirely powered by solar energy, ready to revolutionize the idea of housing at the university olympics of sustainable architecture.
a super-green smart home, entirely powered by solar energy, ready to revolutionize the idea of housing at the university olympics of sustainable architecture.
living solar panels printed on wallpaper photosynthesize sun's energy
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by printing living cyanobacteria onto paper, researchers at imperial college london have created biodegradable solar panels that provides electrical energy.
by printing living cyanobacteria onto paper, researchers at imperial college london have created biodegradable solar panels that provides electrical energy.
nuon's 'nuna9' wins world solar challenge 2017, a coast to coast race across australia
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marking the 30th anniversary year of the solar car race, the team presented an improved design of the previous year's nuna8.
marking the 30th anniversary year of the solar car race, the team presented an improved design of the previous year's nuna8.
olafur eliasson launches little sun diamond, shining light on the need for 'energy access for all'
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designboom spoke with eliasson about the product, its important functionalities and features, and design's ability to change lives.
designboom spoke with eliasson about the product, its important functionalities and features, and design's ability to change lives.
AUDI developing solar panels to help power its electric vehicles
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increasing driving range and efficiency, AUDI plan to power its future electric vehicles with ultra-thin solar panels integrated into their glass roofs.
increasing driving range and efficiency, AUDI plan to power its future electric vehicles with ultra-thin solar panels integrated into their glass roofs.
IKEA rivals tesla with home solar panels and battery storage packs
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collaborating with solarcentury, IKEA's solar battery storage solution can cut homeowners' electricity bills by up to 70%.
collaborating with solarcentury, IKEA's solar battery storage solution can cut homeowners' electricity bills by up to 70%.
solar powered smart palm trees provide dubai with WIFI & charging points
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sprouting across dubai in time for the world expo 2020, the solar powered 'smart palm' trees enable visitors to surf the web whilst at the beach.
sprouting across dubai in time for the world expo 2020, the solar powered 'smart palm' trees enable visitors to surf the web whilst at the beach.
sono motors unveils solar and battery-powered electric car
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one of the selling points of the design is its lightweight structure, which means it requires less solar power to propel it further.
one of the selling points of the design is its lightweight structure, which means it requires less solar power to propel it further.
