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The Surprising Place Solar Panels Are Headed Next

A new wave of renewable energy is emerging on the open seas. Italian engineering firm Saipem has launched XolarSurf, a modular floating solar prototype built to thrive in extreme marine environments. Designed to endure punishing winds, waves, and saltwater exposure, this ocean-based system aims to capture solar energy where land is scarce but sunlight is abundant. With its modular structure, XolarSurf makes installation and maintenance easier and more cost-effective than traditional solar arrays.

The full-scale prototype is now being tested at sea, marking a critical step toward commercial viability. Its success could unlock vast energy potential across the globe, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and boosting climate resilience. While storage and transmission details haven’t been released, options like undersea cables and hydrogen production are likely on the table. As clean energy efforts expand, the ocean just might become the next great solar frontier.

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