Solar power occupies a lot of space – here’s how to make it more ecologically beneficial to the land it sits on
Solar development isn’t always good for the land, but pairing it with agriculture can produce multiple benefits.
Matthew Sturchio, PhD Student in Plant and Ecosystem Ecology, Colorado State University •
conversation
March 12, 2024 • ~8 min
March 12, 2024 • ~8 min
April’s eclipse will mean interruptions in solar power generation, which could strain electrical grids
When the Moon blocks the Sun during an eclipse, utility suppliers have to pull power from the grid to make up for gaps in solar energy.
Vahe Peroomian, Professor of Physics and Astronomy, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences •
conversation
March 8, 2024 • ~7 min
March 8, 2024 • ~7 min
Detroiters more likely to support local solar power development if they think it reduces energy prices for their community
Detroit’s plan to install solar panels in city neighborhoods may conflict with residents’ desires to see lower energy bills and more housing.
Jacob White, Research Assistant, Michigan State University •
conversation
March 7, 2024 • ~9 min
March 7, 2024 • ~9 min
High-energy laser weapons: A defense expert explains how they work and what they are used for
Militaries around the world are rapidly developing science fiction-like laser weapons, motivated in part by the growing threat from swarms of drones.
Iain Boyd, Director, Center for National Security Initiatives, and Professor of Aerospace Engineering Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder •
conversation
March 7, 2024 • ~9 min
March 7, 2024 • ~9 min
Offshore wind farms: policymakers are more influenced by reports that accentuate negative impacts – new study
A new study highlights how different literature portrays the pros and cons of offshore wind. Comprehensive assessment frameworks could create more consistency in the future.
Claire Szostek, Marine Ecologist, Plymouth Marine Laboratory •
conversation
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~7 min
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~7 min
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