Some of the latest headlines in June 23 from around the world relating to Solar Energy and Renewable Energy Solutions
- Solar panel efficiency to increase 50% with ‘miracle’ tandem cells. Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have developed a new type of solar cell that could increase efficiency by up to 50%. The new cells use a tandem design, which means that they have two layers of solar cells stacked on top of each other. This allows the cells to capture more of the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity.
- Floating solar panels could power a third of the world – study. A new study has found that floating solar panels could provide enough electricity to power a third of the world’s population. The study, which was conducted by researchers at the University of California, Davis, found that floating solar panels could be installed on reservoirs, lakes, and other bodies of water. This would allow them to generate electricity without taking up valuable land space.
- California orders all new buildings to have solar panels. California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that requires all new residential and commercial buildings in the state to have solar panels. The bill, which is the first of its kind in the United States, is expected to save Californians billions of dollars on their energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Huge floating solar farm built at sea to tackle climate crisis. The world’s largest floating solar farm has been built off the coast of Japan. The farm, which is located in Sagami Bay, has a capacity of 13.7 megawatts and can generate enough electricity to power 4,000 homes. The farm is a major step forward in the development of floating solar technology, which has the potential to provide a clean and renewable source of energy for coastal communities around the world.
