Solar News From Solar Daily - 24/7 News Coverage of the Solar Energy Industry Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT en-us Rice University researchers have introduced a novel desalination technology designed to enhance the efficiency and adaptability of solar-powered water purification. The new system, described in a study published in Nature Water, leverages a resonant energy transfer approach that overcomes the intermittency of sunlight, a common limitation in conventional solar desalination systems. Unlike ]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Photovoltaic systems are becoming more common in open landscapes, but public approval often lags. A recent study by the University of Bonn reveals that agrivoltaics-solar panels installed on farmland-are significantly more accepted by the public than standard solar parks. Agrivoltaic systems integrate solar arrays with active agricultural use, such as placing panels above vineyards, pastur]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT A team of researchers has introduced a novel method to dramatically enhance the performance and stability of perovskite solar cells, overcoming a longstanding barrier to their widespread use. The approach, featured in Joule, employs the molecule TEMPO (2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl) and a brief infrared heating pulse to repair internal crystal defects within the solar cell material. ]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT A new analysis by Tohoku University shows that combining rooftop solar panels with electric vehicle (EV) battery storage could fulfill up to 85% of Japan's electricity needs while cutting carbon emissions by 87%. The study underscores a practical path for Japan's local governments to reach carbon neutrality using existing rooftops and vehicles rather than investing in expansive centralized syste]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT A research team at the Federal University of ABC (UFABC) in Sao Paulo has developed a novel method to reduce the degradation of perovskite solar cells, potentially clearing a path toward their broader commercial adoption. The study directly addresses one of the main barriers to real-world use: the rapid performance loss these cells face when exposed to ambient humidity and temperatures. Pe]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Chinese battery giant CATL ended its first day on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange more than 16 percent higher Tuesday, having raised US$4.6 billion in the world's biggest initial public offering this year. A global leader in the sector, CATL produces more than a third of all electric vehicle (EV) batteries sold worldwide. The firm has been buoyed by a rapid growth in China's domestic electr]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Solestial has closed a $17 million Series A funding round led by AE Ventures, with participation from Crosscut Ventures, Zeon Ventures, and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation's ME Innovation Fund, managed by Global Brain Corporation. Returning investors include Airbus Ventures, General Purpose Venture Capital, Industrious Ventures, Stellar Ventures, and Techstars. The funding will enable Sole]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT A research team from Dongguk University, led by Associate Professor Geon-Hyoung An from the Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, has introduced a promising alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries for industrial energy storage. Their work, recently published in the journal Advanced Energy Materials, explores the use of graphene-coated stainless steel foil (G@SSF-400) as a curr]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Floating photovoltaic systems, often called "floatovoltaics," are being deployed globally, from small-scale winery installations in California to expansive energy projects in China. These systems, typically placed over artificial water bodies like irrigation ponds, reservoirs, and wastewater treatment plants, offer a promising solution for maximizing clean energy production while conserving natu]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Chinese EV battery giant CATL aims to raise $4 billion in its Hong Kong listing scheduled for May 20, said a statement filed to the bourse Monday, making it the largest IPO expected in the city so far this year. A global leader in the sector, CATL produces more than a third of all electric vehicle (EV) batteries sold worldwide, working with major brands including Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, BMW an]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Researchers from Australia and China have developed a sponge-like device capable of extracting water from thin air, leveraging solar energy to release the collected moisture. This breakthrough addresses the limitations of existing technologies like fog harvesting and radiative cooling, which often struggle in low-humidity environments. The water-harvesting device maintains its efficiency ]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT Every time a screen flickers to life, or sunlight powers a home, energy is being transferred from light into something useful. Yet for all of its ubiquity, scientists do not fully understand the process by which light transfers energy through materials. A grant from the U.S. Department of Defense will allow UC Riverside scientists to address that mystery. The research aims to deepen scient]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT China's ambitious transition to renewable energy, intended to reduce its carbon footprint and drive sustainable growth, may be undermining its own long-term development goals, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. The research, published in the journal Energy Economics, assessed the effectiveness of China's Plan on Clean Energy Accommodation (PCEA) from 2018 to 2020, cove]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT As Europe increasingly depends on solar energy to reach climate and energy independence goals, a persistent atmospheric issue is adding uncertainty to the equation: Saharan dust. Research presented at the European Geosciences Union General Assembly (EGU25) highlights how windborne mineral dust from North Africa is significantly impacting photovoltaic (PV) energy generation and complicating forec]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT As Europe accelerates its transition to solar energy, scientists are raising alarms about a growing natural obstacle: Saharan dust storms. New findings shared at the European Geosciences Union General Assembly (EGU25) highlight how dust from North Africa is impeding solar electricity production across Europe and complicating forecasting efforts. Dr. Gyorgy Varga and his research team, draw]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:33 GMT