SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 24, 2025Interesting Engineering

85% of Japan’s energy needs could be met with rooftop solar, EV batteries: Study

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A Japanese study found that integrating rooftop solar panels with electric vehicle batteries could supply 85% of the country's electricity, reduce CO2 emissions by 87%, and potentially lower energy costs by 33% by 2030.

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