AI Reveals Rooftops Could Power Solar Without Land Fights
New research using artificial intelligence shows we can reach net-zero emissions without covering farmland in solar panels. The secret? Rooftops, brownfields, and smarter design.
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India's Rooftop Solar Doubles to 7.1 GW in 2025
India just more than doubled its rooftop solar installations in a single year, with homes leading an energy revolution that's putting power back in people's hands. Thanks to a government program offering free electricity, three out of four new solar panels went up on residential rooftops across the country.
Dominican Republic Makes Rooftop Solar Easier for All
The Dominican Republic just slashed approval times and boosted payments for homeowners who want to go solar. The new rules could help renewable energy reach 30% of the nation's power by 2030.
Australia's 4.3M Solar Homes Get Expert Longevity Tips
As one in three Australian homes now powers up with rooftop solar, new research reveals simple maintenance tricks that can double panel lifespan and maximize clean energy savings. Experts share how to keep your renewable investment shining bright for decades.
Cambodia Approves 30 MW of New Rooftop Solar This Year
Cambodia just greenlit 30 megawatts of new rooftop solar installations, marking another step forward in a country where renewables already power more than 60% of the grid. With solar making up nearly a fifth of the energy mix, the Southeast Asian nation is carefully balancing growth with grid stability.
Texas Homes Save on Power Bills Without Solar Panels
A new program lets Texas homeowners join virtual power plants using just battery storage—no rooftop solar required. They pay just 12 cents per kilowatt-hour while helping balance the state's power grid.
Norwegian Fireproof Membrane Protects Solar Panel Rooftops
A Norwegian company has created a breakthrough fireproof membrane that shields roofs beneath solar panels from extreme heat, keeping temperatures 750 degrees cooler during fires. The affordable innovation could make rooftop solar safer for millions of homes and businesses.
South Africa Homes Could Power Grid With Solar and EVs
South African households with rooftop solar and electric vehicles could sell excess clean energy back to the national grid, cutting costs while helping the country reach its 2050 carbon-neutral goal. The solution uses bidirectional meters and vehicle-to-grid devices already working in China, Japan, and Germany.
Australia's Solar Roofs Prevented Blackouts During Heatwave
When temperatures soared above 104°F for over a week, Australia's power grid stayed strong thanks to rooftop solar panels producing 30% of energy demand. What used to be the grid's most dangerous time of day has become a non-issue.
Australia's Rooftop Solar Reaches 28.3 GW Milestone
Australia's homes and businesses now power more than 4.3 million properties with rooftop solar, surpassing the country's entire coal fleet capacity. Battery installations have exploded, with more units added in the last six months than the previous five years combined.
Indonesia Adds 546 MW of Solar Power in One Year
Indonesia's solar capacity jumped to nearly 1.5 gigawatts by the end of 2025, powered by businesses racing to clean up their energy use. Rooftop solar panels on commercial buildings are leading the charge as companies embrace renewable energy.
Bangladesh Maps Path to 6,000MW Solar Expansion by 2030
Bangladesh is turning financial crisis into opportunity with an ambitious plan to slash fossil fuel imports through rooftop solar incentives and smart land mapping. The country aims to add 760MW of renewable energy annually to reach 20% clean power by 2030.
Spain Hits 9.3 GW of Rooftop Solar as Homes Go Green
Spanish homes and businesses now generate enough solar power to light up millions of households. The country added over 1,100 MW of rooftop solar panels in 2025, bringing total self-consumption capacity to 9.3 GW.
Startup Offers Rooftop Solar for $0 Down, 50% Bill Savings
A California company just raised $105 million to offer rooftop solar panels through subscriptions with no upfront costs. Homeowners can slash their electricity bills in half without buying expensive equipment or dealing with complicated installations.
98% of Firefighters Now Recommend Safer Solar Panel Design
After hands-on training, nearly every firefighter surveyed now prefers a solar technology that eliminates dangerous high-voltage hazards during emergencies. The shift could make rooftop solar safer for both homeowners and first responders.
France Builds Europe's Largest Single Rooftop Solar Farm
A massive solar installation covering 31 acres is taking shape on a logistics hub in northern France, set to become Europe's largest single-span rooftop solar project. When complete in 2027, it will generate enough clean electricity to power thousands of homes.
Australian Rooftop Solar Hits Record 4,407 MW Output
Homeowners across Australia just powered the grid to a historic milestone, with rooftop solar reaching an all-time high of 4,407 MW while slashing electricity prices by 44%. The clean energy surge helped renewables supply over half of the nation's power for the first time.
Australia's Renewables Surpass Fossil Fuels for First Time
For the first time ever, renewable energy supplied more than half of Australia's power needs for an entire quarter. The milestone came as rooftop solar and batteries helped meet record electricity demand while slashing prices by 44%.
Virginia Pushes Solar and Storage to Cut Power Bills
Virginia is tackling rising electricity costs with a bold solar and storage plan that could bring relief to families in months, not years. Three new bills aim to slash red tape, expand rooftop solar, and store cheaper energy for when prices spike.
India Solar Firm Opens 1 GW Cell Plant in Six Months
A rooftop solar company in India just fired up a massive manufacturing plant that will make them less dependent on imports and more able to power the country's clean energy future. They built it in half the usual time and under budget.
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