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Homeowner explains why they run AC constantly despite rising electricity prices: 'Not having to worry about the power bill is awesome'

One homeowner really got the most out of their solar panels when they used them to get free air conditioning all summer.
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Adding Solar Power To An Electric Tractor

In my country, we have a saying: the sun is a deadly lazer. Well, it’s not so much a folk saying as a meme, and not so much in one country as “the internet”. In any case, ...
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Architecture in Rhythm with Time: Designing Through Solar, Lunar, and Biological Cycles

In residential projects such as Lumen Residence, daylight is carefully modulated to support daily routines, using orientation ...
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This innovative rooftop solar subscription model can help you take control of your energy costs — here's how it works

Solar power is a proven home-energy asset that can reduce or eliminate your utility bill. Here's how you can get panels for ...

New materials, old physics—the science behind how your winter jacket keeps you warm

As the weather grows cold this winter, you may be one of the many Americans pulling their winter jackets out of the closet.

Turning structural failure into propulsion

Solar sails have some major advantages over traditional propulsion methods—most notably, they don't use any propellant. But, ...