Solar Panels

Exploring what’s next. Stories on emerging ideas, innovations, and trends shaping the future of technology, culture, and the world ahead.

Man tries DIY solar hack we're told never to do to see what actually happens
Man tries DIY solar hack we're told never to do to see what actually happens

Don’t try this at home

People across the US have started to use small plug-in solar panels as an affordable way to cut electric bills
People across the US have started to use small plug-in solar panels as an affordable way to cut electric bills

It may not power your whole house, but it’s going to help

Japan's new solar film is for rooftops that can't handle the weight of solar panels
Japan's new solar film is for rooftops that can't handle the weight of solar panels

In a bid to offer sustainability and charging power, Japan’s new solar film is set to be a great alternative for houses that can’t handle the weight of solar panels, and it could be the future for Nissan cars, too. While many firms have been trying to power new cars with solar panels, it’s been […]

Man takes advantage of new Utah bill to install solar panels illegal in the 49 other US states
Man takes advantage of new Utah bill to install solar panels illegal in the 49 other US states

These solar panels are currently illegal in 49 states