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Solar Conversion Efficiency Raised by 25% via Breakthrough Use of Infrared-Modulating Films

published: 2019-11-21 9:30
Silicon-based solar panels currently on the market are unable to convert all radiations on the electromagnetic spectrum, such as infrared, which has a relatively long wavelength, so the panels’ energy conversion efficiency tops out at 30%. In response to this, researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology have developed a new type of solar cell design by applying a thin film over existing solar cells, which can increase their energy conversion rate by an estimated 25%. Their findings are published in the scientific journal Nanoscale. ...  more

Fukushima to be Transformed into a Green Island

published: 2019-11-21 9:30
To intensify the promotion of green energy in Japan, the Fukushima government will subsidize the building of 11 PV power stations and 10 wind farms in the region, which will cost a total of NT 83.4 billion. ...  more

Sneak Peek into the Future: 2019Q3 Global PV Supply Report Shows You 5 Must-Know Trends

published: 2019-11-20 0:00
2018 has been a tough year for the solar energy industry. From the Section 201 introduced by the U.S. to the 531 policy by China, industry insiders had very little reason to be optimistic. Each link of the entire supply chain—from upstream to downstream—all shows signs of instability. However, the industry bounced back in 2019. Here are the must-know trends if you want to be one step ahead: ...  more

To Reduce Environmental Hazards of Plastics, New Catalytic Method Transforms Plastics into Lubricants

published: 2019-11-18 9:30
Throwing away used plastics is convenient for human beings, but for the environment, it is a disaster. Yet, as long as the plastics are properly recycled, the value is definitely not limited to one-time. Scientists have recently developed a new catalytic method that can convert plastics into lubricants, oils, detergents and even cosmetics in order to reduce environmental pollution and improve recycling. ...  more

Hydrogen Power Plant Might Empower the "Whisky Island" to Be Self-sufficient

published: 2019-11-18 9:30
To power a remote island, submarine cables play an important role. What will happen after a submarine cable has a fraction and needs repair or maintenance? After the 32-kilometer-long cable's malfunction caused Norwegian Myken island a 2-month blackout, the residents decided to look into the hydrogen power, in order to replace the highly-polluting and high-priced diesel power generator. ...  more

South Korea Formally Enters the Race to Become the First Hydrogen-Powered Society

published: 2019-11-14 0:30
South Korea will be pushing for the realization of a “hydrogen-powered society” through a series of initiatives involving public-private partnerships. First and foremost, the Korean government will accelerate the efforts to manufacture more models of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) and build out the related infrastructure such as hydrogen production plants and fueling stations. In the long run, the government intends to have hydrogen complement or even replace oil and natural gas as a major energy source that can support the foundation of domestic industries. ...  more

Australian College Reduced Electricity Bill by 40% with Adoption of Solar Panels, Thermal Energy Storage, and Green Energy

published: 2019-11-13 0:30
The adoption of solar panels by schools as a means to reduce electricity bills and carbon emissions means these blue-colored panels have become a common sight on campus. Case in point, the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) in Australia has recently lowered its energy use by 40% through the installation of solar panel clusters and large-scale thermal energy storage systems. ...  more