Author name: David Ryabchikov

Egypt Prepares for the Spectacle of the Century: The 2027 Total Solar Eclipse

Egypt Prepares for the Spectacle of the Century: The 2027 Total Solar Eclipse

Egypt will witness one of the longest eclipses in the 21st century. This eclipse will last for six minutes and 23 seconds, making it the longest one for the next 87 years. These rare events only happen every one to three years somewhere in the world, and not everyone gets to see them. Many people […]

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‘My husband beat me to a pulp, collected phone, solar fan he bought for me’

‘My husband beat me to a pulp, collected phone, solar fan he bought for me’

A woman, Jokotola, has approached Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, seeking that it put an end to the relationship between her and her husband, Adio, on the accounts of irresponsibility, aggressiveness and physical assault. Jokotola explained that Adio constantly starved her and their children and also refused to meet their other needs.

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Fall in module prices: a test of courage for China’s solar industry

Fall in module prices: a test of courage for China’s solar industry

SPORTS Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal’s photo to celebrate Spain’s passage to the semi-finals Published 19 mins ago on July 6, 2024 Friday, July 5, 2024 | Updated 07/06/2024 09:41h. Comment Copy link WhatsApp Facebook X (formerly Twitter) LinkedIn Telegram READ FULL STORY HERECLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING Threads They are inseparable. For now, only

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The first solar restaurant in Europe opens in Marseille

The first solar restaurant in Europe opens in Marseille

Go and literally taste the Sun in these Provencal dishes Le Présage, which claims to be the first completely solar restaurant in Europe, opened its doors on 18 June in the Chutes-Lavie district of Marseille. The distinctive thing about this establishment is that it captures sun rays through its specially designed solar cookers, which resemble satellite

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Albanese government unveils ‘Future Made in Australia Bill 2024’ with eyes to bolster solar

Albanese government unveils ‘Future Made in Australia Bill 2024’ with eyes to bolster solar

Latest The Bill will identify sectors that will be key to the net zero transformation. Image: Mytilineos. On Wednesday (3 July), the Australian federal government introduced the new ‘Future Made in Australia Bill 2024’ to parliament to unlock private sector investment to bolster renewable energy technologies such as solar. The federal government, led by Prime

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‘Up-and-coming Barossa Valley’ pushes back against large solar farm

‘Up-and-coming Barossa Valley’ pushes back against large solar farm

In short: Colbinabbin residents and the local council are calling on the Victorian government to reconsider plans to develop a solar farm on prime agricultural land. Residents fear a 665-hectare solar farm could change the microclimate of the renowned grape growing region. What’s next? The government says any proposal will be considered on its merits

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Making roofs white or reflective is the best way to keep a city cool

Making roofs white or reflective is the best way to keep a city cool

Environment So-called “cool roofs” would bring down the average air temperature in cities like London during a heatwave more than green roofs, trees or solar panels do By Madeleine Cuff Facebook / Meta Twitter / X icon WhatsApp Linkedin Reddit Email If London’s roofs were white, it would help keep the city cool in a

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South Africa imposes 10% import tariff on solar panels

South Africa imposes 10% import tariff on solar panels

The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (ITAC) has imposed a 10% import tariff on solar panels to protect local manufacturers, attract investment, and deepen the value chain. The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association has questioned the lack of formal industry engagement, calling the timing “not ideal.” July 4, 2024 Patrick Jowett South Africa’s

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Africa cannot afford to be complacent about solar radiation management

Africa cannot afford to be complacent about solar radiation management

Comment: As the solar geoengineering debate heats up, it is time for voices across the continent to work together and make themselves heard Saliem Fakir is the executive director of the African Climate Foundation. Shuchi Talati (PhD) is the executive director of the Alliance for Just Deliberation on Solar Geoengineering. Global temperatures have crossed 1.1

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