How Solar Panels Work Solar panels are marvels of modern technology, harnessing the vast power of the sun. These devices utilize photovoltaic (PV) cells to turn sunlight directly into electricity. At the heart of these cells is silicon,

China raced ahead building renewable energy last year, installing more wind and solar power than ever before and continuing to leave all other countries in the dust.

China broke its own records for new wind and solar power installations again last year, official data showed on Tuesday, accelerating from a breakneck pace set in 2023 as the country looks to peak its carbon emissions before 2030.

Though data for December is still pending, wind and solar output for January through November put the country's renewable output above coal for the entire year.

By Newsbase Build-out of solar and wind power has accelerated Europe’s energy transition WHAT: The EU saw solar power surpass coal as a source of power for the first time in 2024. WHY: Falling costs of solar panels helped the EU install a record amount,