Solar

Scientists think they may find alien life near giant solar power plants in space

Hampshire company intends to have nine solar farms built by April 2013 and has a further 108MW of capacity in planning

Solar power developer announces shares to be priced at $13-15 in landmark IPO

Official tells local media work due to start on first solar farm early next year

Solar Trade Association urges ministers to kick-start stalled market for larger solar projects, as fears mount for future of UK solar farms

Government hopes to save up to AUS$100m for consumers next year after bringing forward end to multiplier

Lark Energy secures planning permission for 32MW solar array in Leicestershire

Leading developer accelerates push into emerging market with plans for 238MW South Africa renewables projects

From scientifically literate Presidents to electric Formula One, we run down the top stories from the past week

Investigation into alleged subsidies provided by Beijing raises prospect of European import tariffs