Solar Energy
Selling light after dark: Satellite designed to reflect sunlight to Earth approved by FCC
The Earendil-1 satellite, created by startup Reflect Orbital, contains a thin-film reflector that can direct “abundant sunlight” to specific locations at specific times, including night time
Israeli startup creates ‘virtual power plants' to solve the data center energy crisis - interview
Japanese corporation floats plan to build massive 'lunar ring'
Ashtrom Renewable Energy reaches $200m financial close with Bank Hapoalim for solar project
California startup pitches 50,000 space reflectors to extend daylight
Backers say orbital reflectors could deliver round-the-clock clean power to the grid; critics call the plan 'for the dumbest reason ever'.
Dreaming big: “The vision is to connect Israel to a regional energy network”
Before 40, Sharon Hatzor, Deputy Director General for Policy & Strategy, plans Israel’s energy future: More renewables, decentralization, regional cooperation, and less focus on borders.
Ariston expands the scope of solar collector production in Israel
In this move, Israel becomes a strategic production center for water heating in Israel and around the world.
The solar roof is coming to your EV: How much range will you get and at what cost?
Nissan has unveiled a solar roof for its electric crossover Ariya and calculated how much extra range it could provide each day for drivers in London, Barcelona, or Dubai. But what about Tel Aviv?
Oman boosts solar supply chain with Italian-built automated production line
The project comes as Oman’s solar sector grows, supported by strong solar resources and rising electricity demand.
War-torn Myanmar embraces solar to tackle power crisis
Myanmar's junta said earlier this year generation capacity had plunged by nearly half from pre-2021 levels.
Solar power offers a ray of hope in Middle East’s least electrified country
Yemen has been grappling with almost 30 years of electricity crisis due to fuel shortages and a war that caused severe damage to the national power infrastructure.
The strangest attraction you’ll encounter in the middle of the desert
It’s pink, solar-powered, waiting for you in the heart of a dry desert, and it’s packed with cold drinks – completely free. If that sounds like a mirage, wait until you hear who put it there.
PODCAST From portable chargers to defense: Inside Apollo’s lightweight solar panels
The Inside Israeli Innovation Podcast: Season 2, Episode 52
Colmobil Energy to install solar systems in 100 homes in a national project
The “Sun for Everyone” initiative is intended to promote the installation of solar systems on private rooftops throughout the country and to reduce pollutant emissions.
