Somewhere in the galaxy, an advanced alien civilization might harness energy ... in the Astrophysical Journal, told Mashable.

Up close, it’s a vast alien-like installation of hundreds ... problem for Ivanpah is that photovoltaic solar — the technology used in solar panels — became really, really cheap.

They chose silicon-based panels because the element ... civilization would make use of solar energy from its host star; of course, aliens might use any number of power sources, including those ...

On Earth, the researchers estimate humanity could meet all its energy needs (with energy storage, of course) by covering around two and a half percent of the surface with solar panels. And if the ...

Up close, it’s a vast alien-like installation of hundreds ... problem for Ivanpah is that photovoltaic solar — the technology used in solar panels — became really, really cheap.