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Energy of Our Future

The Energy section will guide you through sustainable energy production methods that go beyond the conventional solar, wind, or hydroelectric power plants. There are numerous start-ups and vendors out there, equipped with prototypes and even production-ready solutions, that use the power of wind, water, and sun in innovative ways.

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Huge microalgae cultivation along a coastline on Hawaii
Bioreactors: Harnessing the Power of Organisms
The "multiverse" of bioreactors and plethora of their applications span industrial sectors, as well as urban and rural spaces, thus playing a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable Solarpunk future
Schematics of the "Wendelstein 7X magnets system, needed to keep the very hot plasma in place, where fusion can happen
Fusion: The Holy Grail of Clean Energy
Fusion energy, often hailed as the "holy grail" of clean energy, mimics the sun's natural process of merging lighter elements into heavier ones, thereby releasing an enormous amount of energy
Solarpunk style water power plant, damming up a river; canoeists paddling in the quieter waters
Water-Based Energy Generation: Harnessing the Power of Waves in the Modern Era
Discover the significant capacity of hydroelectric power plants and learn about the top 3 countries using this renewable energy source. Explore novel structures harnessing kinetic energy from waves.
Purple&yellow kite; its aerodynamic lift pulls a load on the ground to drive an electric generator
Wind Energy Innovations: Airborne Wind Energy Systems
Discover the latest advancements and innovations in harnessing wind power. Explore alternative technologies like airborne wind energy systems.
Silver clad parabolic dishes focus the sun's beams into a receiver, converting heat into electricity
Concentrated Solar Power: Harnessing the Sun’s Energy
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) uses the heat of the sun to generate electricity or high-temperature industrial heat
Harmony between technology and nature: An heron sitting on top of a solar panel
The Magic Transformation from Light into Electricity
Discover the latest advancements in photovoltaic cell technology and how new materials are boosting efficiency for overcast days
Huge microalgae cultivation along a coastline on Hawaii
Bioreactors: Harnessing the Power of Organisms
The "multiverse" of bioreactors and plethora of their applications span industrial sectors, as well as urban and rural spaces, thus playing a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable Solarpunk future
Schematics of the "Wendelstein 7X magnets system, needed to keep the very hot plasma in place, where fusion can happen
Fusion: The Holy Grail of Clean Energy
Fusion energy, often hailed as the "holy grail" of clean energy, mimics the sun's natural process of merging lighter elements into heavier ones, thereby releasing an enormous amount of energy
Solarpunk style water power plant, damming up a river; canoeists paddling in the quieter waters
Water-Based Energy Generation: Harnessing the Power of Waves in the Modern Era
Discover the significant capacity of hydroelectric power plants and learn about the top 3 countries using this renewable energy source. Explore novel structures harnessing kinetic energy from waves.
Purple&yellow kite; its aerodynamic lift pulls a load on the ground to drive an electric generator
Wind Energy Innovations: Airborne Wind Energy Systems
Discover the latest advancements and innovations in harnessing wind power. Explore alternative technologies like airborne wind energy systems.
Silver clad parabolic dishes focus the sun's beams into a receiver, converting heat into electricity
Concentrated Solar Power: Harnessing the Sun’s Energy
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) uses the heat of the sun to generate electricity or high-temperature industrial heat
Harmony between technology and nature: An heron sitting on top of a solar panel
The Magic Transformation from Light into Electricity
Discover the latest advancements in photovoltaic cell technology and how new materials are boosting efficiency for overcast days

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Technology
Technology serves as both the catalyst and the backbone of the Solarpunk transformation, harnessing its power for the benefit of humanity and nature…
Health
Health is an integral aspect of the Solarpunk vision. To truly cultivate a brighter, more optimistic future, we must focus on reducing health issues…
City Projects
“City Projects” invites you on a journey through cities that have skillfully started to weave Solarpunk principles into their urban fabric…
Arts
Art is a fundamental pillar of the Solarpunk movement, as it encapsulates and portrays its vision through architecture, images, movies, literature…