Color ‘windows’ could turn light from inside or out into power
Researchers have created a new solution for generating solar power. The new "windows" could create energy from light from indoors and outdoors.
Feb. 16, 2021 • ~6 min
Solar panels in Sahara could boost renewable energy but damage the global climate – here's why
In a bid to ditch fossil fuels, some countries are considering carpeting deserts with solar panels.
Feb. 11, 2021 • ~7 min
Climate change: New targets to eliminate Wales' gases
Changes could mean replacing gas boilers in homes and finding new ways to make steel without coal.
Feb. 9, 2021 • ~5 min
MPs criticise government home insulation programme
The Green Homes Grant system is overwhelmed by calls, the Environmental Audit Committee says.
Feb. 8, 2021 • ~4 min
How will we heat homes in zero carbon Britain?
Will hydrogen or heat pumps be able to replace gas central heating?
Feb. 6, 2021 • ~5 min
Denmark to build 'first energy island' in North Sea
The ambitious and costly artificial island will provide energy for three million households.
Feb. 4, 2021 • ~3 min
Britain's electricity use is at its lowest for decades – but will never be this low again
Per capita electricity use was higher in the 1970s than today.
Jan. 22, 2021 • ~7 min
Why a green electricity grid depends on weather forecasts improving
Ramping up fossil power sources is no longer a good option in an energy-supply crisis. Bring in the weather forecasters.
Jan. 14, 2021 • ~5 min
Climate change: Africa's green energy transition 'unlikely' this decade
Hopes that Africa could "leapfrog" fossil fuels and move to renewables are not being realised.
Jan. 11, 2021 • ~5 min
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