An Avalanche of Solar Power

Proof of electron avalanche effect has been demonstrated in certain semiconducting crystals. Long story short, these means that methods of producing better, cheaper solar cells may be coming in the future. We hope.

Focus Fusion?

I'll believe it when it's powering my home, but Eric Lerner is determined to make Focus Fusion a household name (and a working, proven technology). If this works the world's economies will be turned on their heads. About darn time.

Descendent of Luxfer

Prismatic glass is on its way back in Japan as a cost-effective substitute for indoor lighting. The new product, Solbene, has a high up-front cost but can pay for itself in the long run.