Parabolic trough solar collectors (PTCs) remain at the forefront of concentrated solar power technologies, converting solar irradiance into high-grade thermal energy through a curved reflective ...

Startup GMZ Energy raises $14 million to make materials that convert heat to electricity, including a solar hot thermal product and chips to draw electricity from car exhaust pipes. Martin LaMonica is ...

Scientists from the University of Arizona in the United States have created a holographic light collector which they claim is able to increase the efficiency of solar panels by up to 4.5%. Presented ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

LNG, solar collectors improve round-trip efficiency of LAES systems Scientists simulated several liquid air energy storage systems, comparing round-trip efficiency across configurations that include ...