From the archives: The promising new world of solar power—in the 1950s
In the March 1954 issue of Popular Science, we explored the optimistic and skeptical outlooks on new ways of harnessing the sun’s energy.
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The Goal Zero Yeti 1000X power station is almost $300 off at Amazon
Summer is here, which means camping season is here. And that means it’s time to take an inventory of all the outdoor accessories you need to upgrade. One long-weekend essential should include a way to keep your gadgets running even when you’re off the grid and we’re partial to the Goal Zero Yeti 1000X Portable […]
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One of the best solar-compatible electric generators, the Yeti 1000 Core can charge a phone up to 80X. But the savings only last a few days.
Ever heard of a microgrid? Here’s why you should start one.
With renewable energy sources and storage, communities and neighborhoods now have options to take their energy into their own hands.
Floating solar panels could be the next big thing in clean energy
Floating solar is estimated to be up to 15 percent more efficient than land-based solar thanks to the cooling impacts of water.
The best solar generators for 2024, tested and reviewed
Whether you’re camping, living off-grid, or want backup power for your house, the best solar generators help you tap into sustainable energy.
Urbanista Los Angeles headphones review: Something new under the sun
The new Urbanista Los Angeles wireless headphones offer virtually unlimited playtime! See what else these Bluetooth headphones have to offer.
The US could reliably run on clean energy by 2050
Authors of a new study modelled how wind turbines, tidal turbines, geothermal power plants, and other sources could generate energy in 2050.
The best solar panels
Take advantage of the renewable energy offered by the sun with one or more of the best solar panels to keep your devices charged.
This solar-powered British drone will surveil from the stratosphere
This solar-powered British drone will fly high in the stratosphere, storing power in its batteries so it can keep cruising at night.