A powerful new satellite, GOES-U, has launched from Florida on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. It will provide unprecedented data on solar storms and space weather, crucial for protecting power grids and technology on Earth.
Discover the full list of UK government grants and schemes available in 2024 to help homeowners improve energy efficiency, cut costs, and increase property value.
Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing critique of Sir Keir Starmer's green energy plans, warning that a reliance on wind farms and solar panels will leave Britain 'defenceless' and damage its economy. The intervention, made during a UK
Despite Trump's regulatory rollbacks, global renewable energy investment jumped 10% in 2025, with solar leading the charge. The US saw a 15% increase, proving clean energy's economic resilience.
Groundbreaking solar window technology, capable of turning any building into a power generator, is set to revolutionise sustainable architecture in the UK.
A sudden, massive solar storm plunged New York City into an unprecedented daytime blackout, exposing critical vulnerabilities in urban infrastructure and sounding a global alarm on climate-driven space weather threats.
Exclusive: Harvard astronomers release the first-ever images of the mysterious interstellar object 'Oumuamua, reigniting debate over its potential artificial origins and providing new clues about its bizarre, pancake-like shape.
The UK's first AI Safety Institute chief has issued a stark warning, stating that the worst-case scenario for artificial intelligence could lead to human extinction. The alarming prediction highlights the urgent need for global regulation as AI capabiliti
NASA scientists issue a stark warning as the sun enters a period of heightened activity, increasing the risk of powerful solar storms that could cripple satellites, disrupt power grids, and trigger spectacular auroras over the UK.
Groundbreaking research reveals the Moon is gradually spiralling away from Earth at 3.8cm per year, a phenomenon that will fundamentally alter our planet's environment and the length of our day over millions of years.
A powerful solar storm, the most significant in years, is set to strike Earth. Scientists warn of potential power grid fluctuations, satellite disruptions, and spectacular auroral displays visible further south than usual.
Exclusive: Australia faces a perfect storm as energy shortages prompt drastic rooftop solar power restrictions. Prime Minister Albanese's emergency talks with Papua New Guinea highlight growing regional tensions amid climate and defence crises.
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
Exclusive: Defence Minister Richard Marles announces major strategic shift as Australia deepens military ties with Papua New Guinea, sparking regional security discussions.
Exclusive: The UK government is quietly investigating controversial solar radiation management technologies, including stratospheric aerosol injection, as a potential emergency response to climate change, the Independent can reveal.
Exclusive: US investigators uncover alarming security flaw in Chinese-made solar panels, potentially allowing remote espionage on military bases and power grids. The emerging threat explained.
Exclusive investigation reveals the human cost of India's Khavda renewable megaproject, as labourers face scorching heat, wage theft, and gruelling hours, threatening the nation's clean energy ambitions.
A groundbreaking new study has finally unravelled the cosmic mystery behind the strange chemical makeup of the only known interstellar comet, 2I/Borisov, using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Chicago suggests a second interstellar object, 2015 DN, entered our solar system with a mysterious icy tail, challenging our understanding of cosmic visitors.
A landmark Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi has sparked a multi-billion dollar green economy surge, with record investments in renewables set to transform the continent's future.
A spectacular and rare display of the Northern Lights, the Aurora Borealis, was visible across vast parts of the UK last night, from Scotland to Cornwall, sparking emotional reactions and widespread awe as social media flooded with breathtaking photos.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Ukraine's homegrown drone technology, driven by AI and rapid innovation, is fundamentally reshaping warfare tactics against Russia. Discover the cutting-edge systems changing the battlefield.
Don't miss the spectacular partial solar eclipse visible across the UK on April 8th. Our expert guide reveals exact timings, the best locations to watch, and crucial safety tips to protect your eyes.
Groundbreaking research from Yale and Caltech challenges previous explanations for the bizarre behaviour of our solar system's first known interstellar visitor, 'Oumuamua, suggesting a far more extraordinary origin than mere hydrogen icebergs.
Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.
Finnish engineers have pioneered a bizarrely simple 'sand battery' that can store green power for months, solving a major hurdle in the transition to renewable energy.
Spectacular Northern Lights visible across UK skies tonight due to severe solar storm. Find out where and when to see this rare celestial show.
The Met Office issues a severe space weather warning as a powerful solar eruption is set to trigger spectacular aurora displays across Scotland, Ireland, and northern England tonight.
A powerful G3-class geomagnetic storm is forecast to hit Earth, promising spectacular Northern Lights visible across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England. Experts warn of potential disruption to power grids and satellite systems.