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Nigeria is making solar energy cost-competitive by ending fuel subsidies
Plaid is now a consumer reporting agency and can assist with lending decisions
CDC reports a record high in U.S. childhood vaccine exemptions, raising concerns about preventable diseases

Global Tilted Irradiance (GTI) considers all sunlight on tilted surfaces for solar energy optimization.
MeteoFrance AROME model now offers 15-minute time steps for improved short-term forecasts.
Integration of all atmospheric pressure levels in GFS and HRRR aids in precise wind and temperature forecasts for space travel.

Building solar power in regions with high sun hours is more economical and efficient.
Solar power can be strategically placed based on demand, like in coastal regions with high air conditioning demand.
Transitioning to solar power impacts traditional energy sources like gas and coal, potentially leading to energy independence.

Solar energy growth is significant and offers decentralization possibilities.
Tinia startup believes in making solar energy transactions efficient and secure.
The current grid model needs transformation to fully utilize renewable energy potential.

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A new federal initiative opens up millions of acres for solar energy in the West.
The Bureau of Land Management owns a significant portion of the empty land with ample sunlight in the West.
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Elon Musk's new strategy for Tesla involves moving beyond the traditional car market and focusing on reconfiguring cities, energy systems, and environmental impact.
Tesla's approach to building electric cars involved designing the vehicles from a clean slate, integrating software and hardware in a new architecture.
Musk's plan to merge Tesla with SolarCity aims to create an integrated company that can innovate in clean energy solutions, including combining electric cars with solar power for reduced carbon footprint.