Researchers at Germany's Fraunhofer Institute have developed ShadeCut, a technology that applies patterned colored films to solar panels to mimic roof tiles, masonry, or custom designs.

The appearance of blocky black solar panels hasn't changed much at all in the last several years, and in the case of many ...

Sunwarmed surfaces, sometimes too hot to touch, give us everyday evidence of the energy put out by our nearest star. Directing that energy into electricity production is nothing short of miraculous.

Plug-in solar is on the way, and it could cut your electric bills. A growing number of states are poised to pass bills ...

Ever take a look at a solar panel system and think to yourself: I could build that. The truth is that you probably can. Building a cheap, solar panel system is a fun project to take on that if done ...

Phillips’ solar panel is not exactly street-legal in New York. Current laws are designed for large solar panels, the types often found on roofs. Those must be professionally installed and connected to ...

New Yorkers might soon be able to turn their windows and balconies into tiny power stations. A bill moving through Albany ...