These seven solar technologies from CES 2026 reveal how automation, new materials, and recycling are reshaping the future.

Overview Energy plans to develop satellites collecting solar power in geosynchronous orbit and beaming it to Earth using near-infrared wide-beam lasers. Credit: Overview Energy WASHINGTON — A space ...

Current political and economic issues succinctly explained. In July 2025, Congress passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) through a process known as reconciliation, which expedites ...

Investment in solar technologies reached a record $554 billion in 2024, according to IRENA’s Global Landscape of Energy Transition Finance 2025. The figure, which falls in line with IRENA’s ...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday announced that it will eliminate a $7-billion grant program designed to help low-income households install solar panels on their homes. The “Solar ...

In recent years, there has been a dramatic surge in the adoption of electric vehicle (EV) vehicles, driven by enhanced battery range, a wider variety of models and superior performance across the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Solar power is the fastest-growing source of new electricity ...

In this file photo, Theodore Tanczuk, left, and Brayan Santos, of solar installer YellowLite, put solar panels on the roof of a home in Lakewood, Ohio, April 17, 2025. Credit: AP File Photo/Sue ...

The world is about to drop a record $3.3 trillion into energy in 2025 – and solar is stealing the spotlight. According to the latest IEA report, solar PV is attracting more capital than any other ...