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Gigantic solar farms of the future might impact how much solar power can be generated on the other side of the world

The Sun’s energy is effectively limitless. While resources such as coal or gas are finite, if you are able to capture and use solar power it doesn’t prevent anyone else from also using as much sunshine as they need.

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Ayodhya to emerge as model in clean energy production with establishment of 40 MW solar power plant

Ayodhya is taking strides towards clean energy solutions to address its energy requirements. Currently, the work of development and operation of a solar power plant capable of generating 40 MW of electricity in Majha Rampur Halwara village of Navya Ayodhya has reached the final stage. Read further on Dynamite News

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SunPower (SPWR) Imploded But Context Matters

While the Monday crash in solar energy specialist SunPower was hideous, investors should consider the broader context before making a decision on SPWR stock.

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Electric vehicles owners and solar rooftops find mutual attraction

Residential solar is gaining traction in the U.S., with about 4.5 million homes now with solar rooftops

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3 Solar Stocks to Watch in 2024

Solar energy is positioned for exponential growth as nations worldwide transition to renewable energy sources to achieve net-zero goals. Therefore, it could be wise to add solar stocks JinkoSolar Holding (JKS), iSun (ISUN), and SPI Energy (SPI) to one’s watchlist. Read more….

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Humza Yousaf announces funding to fuel children's operating theatres in Africa

The Scottish Government will fund solar energy installations for 15 children’s operating theatres in Africa, Humza Yousaf has announced.

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Networking charges for rooftop solar energy panels discourage investments, say industries

Industries in Coimbatore say networking charges for rooftop solar energy discourage investments. Tangedco collects Rs. 1/unit from HT consumers, while MSMEs recently got a 50% reduction. 6,000 MW of solar energy installed in TN, with 1,000 MW added yearly. MSMEs want nil charges for rooftop solar, but HT consumers have…

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How Portable Solar Panels Aid Recovery Efforts and Disaster Relief

Learn how portable solar panels can provide clean energy and save lives in disaster zones. See how solar power is changing the face of relief work.

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Solar energy could power all health facilities in poorer countries and save lives, experts say

Move would cost less than $5bn and cut toll of deaths from power outages and lack of supply, Cop28 delegates will hear

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Tangedco to not collect peak hour charges from MSMEs till installation of smart meters

Tamil Nadu MSMEs to receive ₹196.1 crore subsidy from Tangedco for non-collection of peak hour charges till smart meters are installed. Fixed charges increased by 430%, network charges levied for rooftop solar energy systems. MSMEs protesting, forming human chains on Dec 4. Open-end spinning mills on strike since Nov 7,…

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Andhra Pradesh Cabinet clears new land allotment policy for industries

Andhra Pradesh Cabinet clears new land allotment policy for industries. Under the new policy, the government will be implementing the sale deed system and do away with the lease system in vogue currently. Allotment of 5,400 acres of land to Ecoren Energy India Ltd. for establishment of 902-MW solar energy plants…

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Industry welcomes Scottish Government commitment to boost solar energy

A SCOTTISH Government commitment to increase solar energy generation by 2030 has been welcomed by the industry.

The National (Scotland)

This factory in Tiruppur turns used PET bottles into fabric and garments

Sulochana Cotton Spinning Mills, based in Tiruppur, TN, recycles 4,000 tonnes of PET bottles/month into polyester fibre, yarn, cloth & garments. It has a 150-acre facility with 10,000 trees, 1,000 bird nests, solar energy & plastic-free zones. It won the State's Green Champion Award & aligns with 9 of 17…

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Solar power expected to dominate electricity generation by 2050 – even without more ambitious climate policies

In pursuit of the ambitious goal of reaching net-zero emissions, nations worldwide must expand their use of clean energy sources. In the case of solar energy, this change may already be upon us.

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Solar energy sector eclipsed by 3rd warning, but study says future is bright

But a study is bullish on the industry's future.

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States’ Sustainability Efforts Vary, Massachusetts Ranked Most Environmentally Friendly

Forbes examines factors like water usage and solar energy consumption to evaluate sustainability efforts by state.

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Boost in solar energy and electric vehicle sales gives hope for climate goals, report says

Limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) is becoming harder but a narrow window remains because clean energy infrastructure has grown around the world, a new report said Tuesday

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Overseas capital shines on New Zealand’s solar energy sector

Two major overseas investors are joining NZ’s own green bank to back a solar energy loan programme to the tune of $170m | Content Partnership

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Kareepra panchayat’s solar blueprint for channelling water from unused quarries for agriculture

While abandoned quarries are death traps in many parts, rural Kareepra in Kollam is all set to put its water-filled pits to better use. In a first-of-its-kind initiative in Kerala, water from such quarries will be pumped using solar energy and diverted to canals criss-crossing the local body for irrigation.

The Conversation

How recycling could solve the shortage of minerals essential to clean energy

What do silver, silicon and gallium have in common? These expensive raw materials are essential components of our various solar energy technologies. What about neodymium, praseodymium and dysprosium? These rare earth metals are used to build the powerful magnets in wind turbines.

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UK solar could be ‘dumping ground’ for products of Chinese forced labour, ministers warned

Energy bill amendment requires large solar energy projects to prove supply chain free of slave labour

The Hindu

Geoengineering is not a quick climate fix, but a costly gamble

Geoengineering aims to restore that balance, either by removing excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere or reflecting solar energy away from Earth.

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Futuristic Geoengineering Projects To Solve Climate Change Could Have Drastic Side Effects

Geoengineering, theoretically, aims to restore balance, but changes that help one region could harm another.

The Hindu

PM Modi ‘lied’ on Chinese incursion into India’s land in Ladakh: Rahul Gandhi

Mr. Gandhi extended the Congress’ support to the demands of the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, which are fighting for the status of the Sixth Schedule, a separate Public Service Commission, reservation of jobs for locals and two separate parliamentary constituencies for Leh and Kargil.

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