What is the PV-Pushback-Effect? How can solar day lamps (SDLs) take advantage of this effect? Solar day lamps (SDLs) are made by simply connecting an LED array to a solar photovoltaic (PV) panel. SDLs ...

When you think about harnessing the power of solar energy for your home, the cost point of solar panels may be intimidating. But, what about a low-cost way to use solar power? With solar powered ...

Say farewell to traditional solar panels because there's a smart new way to bring natural light into your home, without relying on electricity. In southern countries, where sunny days are the norm, ...

Solar lights absorb the sun’s energy during the day and store it in a battery that can generate light once darkness falls. Like solar panels used to generate electricity, solar lights use photovoltaic ...

How to build a photovoltaic light system that operates at all times and is maintenance-free. The key role of the supercapacitor in this design. What is the "Joule Thief" circuit? Delivering ...

A powerful geomagnetic solar storm is helping to unveil northern lights across the United States. Here's how auroras become visible.

India's WindStream Energy Technologies has developed a hybrid wind-solar-powered LED street light system that generates more energy per square foot than a solar street light. It recently launched the ...