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Ecotech

London unveils biggest ever solar project on major veg market

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Earth News

Europe’s grid operators plan for dip in solar power during the eclipse

While many are excitedly awaiting the eclipse, for the solar industry it’s a bit of a headache.

Earth News

Solar power output set to fall during eclipse

Portugal's grid operator REN estimates that solar power generation on Wednesday will fall by about 45% during the eclipse compared with usual levels for that time of day.

Earth News

Solar power was Portugal's main source of electricity in July

Last month, renewable sources accounted for 53% of consumption, with solar providing 19% of that energy, followed by hydro, wind and biomass.

Climate

Europe’s drought is draining hydropower in the Alpine region

“We are simply missing one-third of the water volume that our hydropower plants would normally process.”

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Business

TotalEnergies to buy Shell's wind and solar businesses in Europe

French energy giant TotalEnergies said that it had signed a deal with Shell to buy its European onshore renewable energy businesses for an undisclosed amount.

Ecotech

‘Missed opportunity’: How solar car parks could cut electricity bills

Solar car parks are popping up across Europe, but not every country seems to think they’re a smart investment.

Earth News

Germany's ‘energy turnaround’ as wind and solar overtake fossil fuels

Despite several setbacks to electrification, Germany is expected to phase out coal much faster than originally planned.

Europe in Motion

Where in Europe are buildings becoming more energy-efficient?

Energy efficiency levels are rising, but not quickly enough, according to Brussels, which has launched an infringement procedure against all EU member states.

Tech News

Dutch students unveil world's first solar-powered ambulance

Dutch students have developed what they say is the world's first solar-powered ambulance to improve healthcare access in remote parts of Africa. Named Stella Juva, the vehicle will be tested in Kenya in August with NGO Amref Health Africa.

Made in Europe

Agri-PV leads the way towards the sustainable use of solar panels

The availability of cheap solar panels has led to a massive expansion of photovoltaic systems in rural areas. But will this result in a loss of farmland? It doesn’t have to be that way: a team of German inventors has developed systems that allow farmers to reap a double harvest: crops & solar energy

Climate

Three upgrades can make heat pumps 'pay for themselves' in two years

The right mix of energy upgrades saved houses as much as €1,150 annually, according to a new study.

Earth News

Solar met 25% of EU power needs in June thanks to quick installations

Solar was ahead of coal, gas, nuclear, wind and hydropower.

EU.XL

Why is Europe still wasting clean energy? Take our poll

Europe is producing more renewable electricity than ever before, but much of it cannot be used when demand is highest. For that, EU governments have launched a new push to expand energy storage, hoping to make clean power reliable and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Ecotech

How smart meters can save you money and boost renewables

Germany is falling far behind the rest of Europe when it comes to smart meter installation.

Europe News

EU's phase-out of China-made inverters gets a reality check

As the EU plans to ban Chinese power inverters from EU-funded projects over cybersecurity fears, industry and investors are warning that European supply can't yet replace Chinese suppliers any time soon.

Design

From Pompeii to Évora: Invisible solar panels for heritage sites

Unsightly for some, solar panels are now being disguised and designed as ancient Roman tiles to blend into historic city skylines. From Italy to Portugal, Pompeii and Évora are proving that heritage preservation and sustainability can go hand in hand.