Large-Scale Solar

A flexible, transportable solar array that can be easily deployed or stored has taken one step closer to launching after raising £263,000 through an online crowdfunding campaign.

Scientists at Michigan State University (MSU) have developed a new, completely transparent solar cell.

Cheap technology that can be retrofitted into windows could boost solar’s productivity fourfold, according to researchers at Glasgow Caledonian University.

Toyota’s engine production factory in Deeside, North Wales is using energy generated from its own solar array.

In response to a rising number of solar farm developments, the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) has issued a Policy Guidance Note to its members outlining the group’s position on solar developments.

Cell manufacturers are increasing their research efforts to push for greater cell efficiencies, according to a new report by NPD Solarbuzz.

Solar developer, REG Solarpower and landfill site operator, Veolia have submitted plans to Thurrock Council to turn an old landfill site into a 38MW solar farm.

Eco Energy World has connected 70MW of new solar capacity in the UK over the last few weeks.

A new online comparison tool has just been launched to help solar power generators gain the best deal.

Wiltshire County Council hopes to dramatically cut the energy consumption of the new Northacre Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) in Westbury thanks to a new solar array.