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Construction has officially commenced on a new solar array at Weeton Barracks, Lancashire, as part of the British Army’s ongoing efforts to enhance energy resilience and sustainability across its estate. The installation will generate 648 MWh per year, supplying over one-third of the site’s energy needs and reducing reliance on ...


The UK’s space-based solar power industry is preparing for lift off thanks to a multi-million government investment to develop the cutting-edge technology. In a speech at London Tech Week, Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps revealed a £4.3M funding boost for leading UK universities and technology companies to drive forward innovation in ...


Lockheed Martin has invested £150,000 in a project with Northumbria University that aims to accelerate the delivery of space-based solar power. Combining science and technology, the project will use specialised photovoltaic cells that will collect and convert laser power into useable power for future space and lunar vehicles. This technology has ...


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