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Record-breaking new solar cell has the highest efficiency yet
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has created a new solar cell with the highest efficiency yet, at 39.5% efficiency.

'Night-time solar' breakthrough makes power in the dark from infrared
Researchers have used heat from solar energy re-radiated as infrared light to generate electricity using a thermoradiative diode.

The largest floating solar farm in Europe will start making power soon
Europe's largest floating solar farm will begin producing electricity in July, situated on the Alqueva reservoir in Portugal.

This Tesla will drive around Australia using only solar power
A Tesla Model 3 is being driven around Australia using only printed solar panels as part of the Charge Around Australia project.

Carbon dioxide converted into fuel with solar power in breakthrough
Lund University researchers have used a covalent organic framework and solar energy to convert carbon dioxide to carbon monoxide.

Revolutionary approach to powering satellites with lasers
The University of Surrey is developing a wireless laser power delivery system for satellites in collaboration with Space Power.

Earth to be sideswiped by Sun blast very soon, 'canyon of fire' seen
Reports indicate that the Sun released a CME, and Earth will receive a glancing blow that is expected to cause geomagnetic storms.

Scientists build 'anti-solar panel' that generates power in the dark
University of California scientists generate power in the dark with 'anti-solar panels'

The decades last eclipse was a 'Ring of Fire' that captivated millions
The last solar eclipse of the decade was a 'Ring of Fire' eclipse that captivated millions.

Breakthrough in solar technology converts infrared light into energy
Solar energy systems could get a massive upgrade with this new breakthrough in technology.

Solar-powered highway spotted in China
A solar powered road has been spotted in China, there is hopes that the road will power electric cars in the future.

Microsoft wants to top 60 percent wind, solar, hydropower soon
Microsoft aims to reach 60 percent sustainable energy usage by early 2020s, will go from there.

Ikea solar panels will be in all stores by the end of the year
Ikea 'Solar Shops' will expand globally before too long.

Ikea now selling solar panels in UK
Ikea offering solar panels in select UK stores and online, will be available in all UK stores by end of summer.

Facebook shows off its solar-powered Aquila aircraft to the world
Facebook is proud of its solar-powered Aquila aircraft.

Solar power flexes some muscle - Global plane journey plans released
The Solar Impulse 2 is set to soar the glove without refueling once - using only 17,000 solar panels for recharging.

ECOXGEAR working with SunCore on solar-powered portable electronics
Audio maker ECOXGEAR is teaming up with SunCore to improve solar efficiency for more efficient products.

Researchers create solar battery able to run powered by light and air
Researchers from Ohio State University have created a solar battery that stores its own power.

MIT's new discovery could see a future of truly sustainable solar power
MIT could have found the key to unlock the door to a world powered by energy from the Sun.

Tokelau islands can now solely rely on solar power
Tokelau, NZ can completely power itself from solar panels.

Foldable tablets? Copper nanowires could make it happen
Copper nanotechnology could make flexible displays, solar cells, and tablets happen.

Novothink offers green solar battery case for iPhone and iPod touch
Solar charger for the iPhone and green geeks.

TweakTown's Guide to Taking Your Tech on the Road
So what do you do when you want to "get away", but really, really want to make sure you are still connected? - We'll show you in this how-to today.