If you stop to think about it, it’s a marvel that we can harness energy from the sun. But we do, thanks to solar panels equipped with photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. That’s no ...

In a major leap for clean energy, scientists have figured out how to make solar panels that are lighter, more efficient, and — for the first time — durable enough for everyday use. A research team led ...

A solar panel installation in your home can bring all sorts of benefits: lower electric bills, a smaller carbon footprint and even raising the value of your home. But what if your house is surrounded ...

Utility bills can be expensive in New York. Solar panels might be a solution. Want to slash your electric bills? Installing solar panels can lower your energy costs -- and might even have your utility ...

A new study of solar installations from the 1980s and ’90s found many still generating most of their original power.

If rising energy bills have left you frustrated, you’re far from alone. Many UK households are now considering alternatives to the grid, and a solar panels setup has become a top option. As ...

A wave of breakthroughs, from exotic crystal structures to microscopic “nanoneedles”, is now pushing solar cells to capture more light, waste less heat and last longer on rooftops and in fields.