Solar panels on half the world’s roofs could meet its entire electricity demand – new research
India and China are the cheapest places to install rooftop solar, while the US, Japan and the UK are the most expensive.
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Explainer: what is solar thermal electricity?
A large solar thermal plant in Morocco will provide energy for 1m people – here’s how it will work.
Researchers invent device that generates light from the cold night sky – here’s what it means for millions living off grid
Don’t expect the new technology to become solar’s dark twin just yet, but it could play an important role in energy demands of the future.
Is Britain on track for a zero‑carbon power sector in six years?
The new government wants zero carbon power by 2030 – here’s what needs to happen.
Is the UK’s energy storage growing fast enough?
Consumers in Britain are paying for clean power that was never actually generated or used.
Carbon capture is essential if coal power is replaced by gas instead of renewables
UK’s decision to close coal power plants is really a statement of the obvious, and does nothing to answer the problem of what to do afterwards.
The future of nuclear: power stations could make hydrogen, heat homes and decarbonise industry
Don’t count nuclear energy out – it may be our best hope of reaching net-zero emissions within the time we have left.
Customer power: are you the kind of energy user who makes a difference?
A place for everyone, and everyone in their place. A guide for how you can help build a sustainable energy future.
Solar power expected to dominate electricity generation by 2050 – even without more ambitious climate policies
Solar energy is set for a rapid expansion – but only if several barriers are overcome, according to new research.
COP26: here’s what it would take to end coal power worldwide
Coal is the dirtiest fuel source – eliminating it is a priority for tackling climate change.