The science pros at TKOR build a homemade solar scorcher and explore all the powerful and practical things you can do with concentrated solar heat.

Nguyen and her team solved this by designing a version of their molecule that remains liquid at room temperature. It requires ...

What if you could harness the power of the sun to generate your own energy—right in your backyard? Imagine a system so efficient it could heat water, power small appliances, or even serve as a backup ...

The solar heating system on Nick Glumac's home in Morgan Park may look elaborate, but the idea behind it is simple: It's like putting a coat on your house, he says. "In the winter, what do you do for ...

To store heat for days, weeks, or months, you need to trap the energy in the bonds of a molecule that can later release heat on demand. The approach to this particular chemistry problem is called ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...