National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation: Green Revolution: Solar
At Arizona State University, students make and test new materials that can be used to build better and more versatile photovoltaic solar cells, and test solar cells to see how the shape of the surface affects the cell's energy...
Other
Innovative Techs: 8 Inventions and Technologies That Will Change Our World
The 21st-century civilization has faced dramatic challenges related to the ecology and welfare of every single person. Outstanding scientists and gifted engineers are busy solving actual problems, applying innovative technologies, and...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solar Power
Learn how the sun can be used as a reliable renewable energy source in this video. Video explores how electricity can be harvested from the sun energy! [3:01]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Elementary Science: Making S'mores in a Solar Cooker
Harness the power of the sun with this simple homemade solar cooker! Show your students how solar energy creates enough heat to make a delicious melted snack. [3:12]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Sail Spacecraft
The Planetary Society plans to power a spacecraft using the pressure of sunlight reflecting off huge solar sails.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Energy Store
Looking to get energy from the sun? We'll hear about a new retail store for solar energy enthusiasts opening in Pennsylvania.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Southern California Utilities Go Solar
Solar experts discuss the politics and technology of new solar installations planned for California.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: No Return for Solar at 1600
Recently, Bill McKibben discussed an effort to return Carter-era solar panels to the White House. We'll get a report from him on his efforts.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar / Wind Energy Update
We'll get the latest on solar and wind power projects in the US. What can be learned from the European renewable energy industry?
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Winds
New research suggests that the solar wind is weaker now than it has been in the past. What does that mean, and why does it matter?
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Nanoantenna Sheets Harvest Energy
We'll talk with the developers of flexible sheets of 'nanoantennas' that could aid in getting energy from solar energy or from other heat sources.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Energy Roundup
In this segment, we'll get a sampling of the latest news on solar energy sources, including new developments in technology and energy policy. Plus, what you can do on a small scale to add solar power to your world.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Energy Update
Solar power is often offered as one of the most promising forms of renewable energy. But how close is solar power to becoming a major player in energy production?
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Power Scales Up
Increasingly, individuals are adding solar panels to their homes and businesses. But is solar technology ready to provide power on a utility power plant scale?
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Mc Graw Hill, Google Plan to Add Solar Megawatts
New solar installations planned on both coasts.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Google Gives Mojave Solar Project a Boost
A discussion of Brightsource Energy's solar thermal energy project in the Mojave Desert in California. This project received a large investment from Google. Aired Apr. 22, 2011 [6:34]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Sector at War Over Cheap Chinese Panels
Solar panel manufacturers and installers are at odds over a petition to tax imported Chinese panels.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Green Energy at Google
An interview with Bill Wiehl at Google about their plans to support alternative energy projects, such as technologies that develop solar thermal energy, wind power, and geothermal energy. Aired Nov. 30, 2007 [11:53]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Printing Solar Panels in the Backyard
A Kickstarter-funded project aims to build a machine to print micro solar panels.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: New Program Spurs Solar Development on Public Land
The plan identifies 285,000 acres of public land in six Western states for solar energy projects.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Solar Toilet Disinfects Waste, Makes Hydrogen Fuel
Caltech's solar toilet took top prize in the Reinvent the Toilet Challenge.
BBC
Bbc Podcasts: Episode 100: Solar Powered Lamp and Charger 22 Oct 2010
A lamp that runs off sunlight. Neil MacGregor, Director of the British Museum, looks at the final object in the series: a solar-powered lamp with a charger that can bring cheap light and power to people around the world with no access to...
HipHughes History
You Tube: Conservation of Natural Resources
This video provides information about the conservation of natural resources.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Photovoltaics
This short video on photovoltaics explains what happens inside solar cells and solar panels. [1:11]