High energy density is a crucial direction for future battery development. Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, with their high theoretical ener...
Real-time modeling of 3D temperature distributions within nuclear microreactors to improve safety systems
A real-time, 3D temperature map of the inside of a nuclear microreactor for improved safety monitoring was reconstructed using a newly-estab...
'Not a lab experiment': climate tech CEO on green innovation
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has been hosting executives and entrepreneurs in London this week to boost in...
New research shows that solar-powered 'resilience hubs' in California could generate up to 8GW of power
Power outages are on the rise nationwide as climate change brings more frequent wildfires, heat waves, and severe weather events. The Federa...
'Self-healing' solar cells could become reality
Solar cells of the future could be able to withstand corrosive susceptibility by "self-healing," in a break-through the scientific...
Solar technology: Researchers develop innovative light-harvesting system
In order to convert sunlight into electricity or other forms of energy as efficiently as possible, the very first step is an efficient light...
Biofuel from kudzu vines and branches boosts energy efficiency
Leftover branches and kudzu vines from logging are repurposed as carbon-neutral fuel to generate electricity. from Energy & Green Tech...
Small, adsorbent 'fins' collect humidity and release the liquid when heated
Clean, safe water is a limited resource and access to it depends on local bodies of water. But even dry regions have some water vapor in the...
A fresh set of eyes on next-generation nuclear reactors
Decarbonization requires radical transformation of the U.S. energy sector, and nuclear energy could be at the center of that transformation....
Transmitting the sense of touch via the internet
What JPEG, MP3 and MPEG are for images, audio and video, haptic codecs are for transmitting the sense of touch via the internet. from Cons...
Sustainable electrification: Managing resource demands for future electric vehicles
With goals to limit CO2 emissions, many countries have set targets to phase out internal combustion vehicles in favor of electric vehicles (...
Quokka: A tiny, personal quantum computer emulator
Bearing the smiling face of one of Australia's cutest marsupials is a device its creators are claiming as the world's first consumer...
Researchers propose measures to optimize battery recycling
A team headed by Prof. Stephan von Delft from the University of Münster has been looking at what effects different strategies for achieving ...
Atom-thin graphene membranes make carbon capture more efficient
Scientists at EPFL have developed advanced atom-thin graphene membranes with pyridinic-nitrogen at pore edges, showing unprecedented perform...
Researchers engineer AI path to prevent power outages
University of Texas at Dallas researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that could help electrical grids prevent powe...
Australia needs large-scale energy production—three reasons why offshore wind is a good fit
On the weekend, an area 20km off the Illawarra coast south of Sydney became Australia's fourth offshore wind energy zone. It's the m...
Emotions may matter more than facts in shaping individual support for renewable energy, new study shows
It seems like energy policies are constantly making headlines these days. Should Canada "axe the tax?" Is it time to end the tax b...
A new thermal regulator could enhance the safety of high-capacity lithium-ion batteries
High-capacity lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) could play a crucial role in the electrification of vehicles and other large electronics. To succ...
Examining the status and prospects of complex network modeling for energy and carbon emission systems
In the face of the dual challenges of climate change and energy security, conducting in-depth research on energy and carbon emission (E&...
New catalyst unveils the hidden power of water for green hydrogen generation
Hydrogen is a promising chemical and energy vector to decarbonize our society. Unlike conventional fuels, hydrogen utilization as a fuel doe...
Strategic dam placement can balance hydropower and fish preservation
Hydropower plants need not be disastrous for fishermen and nature. For that, we need to place new dams more strategically, but also modify o...
New polymer electrolyte membranes for fuel cells can operate at up to 250 °C
Hydrogen fuel cells, devices that can convert the chemical energy stored in hydrogen into electrical energy via an electrochemical reaction,...
A new way to recycle steel could reduce the industry's carbon footprint
University of Toronto engineering researchers have designed a new way to recycle steel that has the potential to decarbonize a range of manu...
AI goes mainstream as 'AI PCs' hit the market
A new line of PCs specially made to run artificial intelligence programs hit stores on Tuesday as tech companies push toward wider adoption ...
We are betting the bank on hydrogen. But are we ready for it?
Green hydrogen holds many promises: it can serve as a "battery" for energy storage, it can be used in the chemical industry, and i...
Big batteries are solving a longstanding problem with solar power in California. Can they do the same for Australia?
When you graph electricity demand in power grids with lots of solar panels, it looks a bit like a duck, with high points in the morning and ...
Rapidly declining costs of batteries and fuel cells could soon facilitate the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles
The electrification of road vehicles has already begun, with most automotive companies now investing in hybrid and electric cars. While thes...
Unlocking the mystery behind the performance decline in a promising cathode material—implications for EV batteries
The first generation of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles has been a remarkable success story. Yet, the question arises: What chan...
New chemical synthesis technique could improve organic solar cell efficiency
Organic solar cells (OSCs) are a key part of the global effort to end our reliance on fossil fuels. Over the past few decades, new advances ...
Apple's new AI technology is a step forward, professor says
An associate professor at Emory University's Goizueta Business School, Rajiv Garg has studied artificial intelligence for over 25 years....
Serbia could mine lithium as early as 2028: FT
President Aleksandar Vucic said Serbia could exploit lithium as early as 2028 following new guarantees from Australian mining giant Rio Tint...
Transitioning to renewable energy systems might not entail a decline in net energy
Energy researchers have been trying to understand the implications of a transition to fully renewable energy for decades. Some past studies ...
New carbon nitride membrane improves lithium extraction from salt lakes
In a breakthrough for lithium recovery technologies, researchers from the Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology (QIBEBT) ...
Greener electronics being developed to reduce unsustainably high levels of e-waste
Greener sensors, circuit boards and other electronic devices are being developed by EU researchers to reduce unsustainably high levels of e-...
Developing high-efficiency colored solar panels for buildings
The energy transition in Germany, Europe, and across the world is driving robust demand for solar panels. Alongside high energy yields, aest...
'Moderate' is the new 'extreme': Weather's impact on growing renewable grid operations
From severe storms to recent unprecedented cold and heat waves, extreme weather events are impacting electric utilities, grid operators, and...
Cooking with solar ovens in sub-Saharan Africa
Although sub-Saharan areas may seem perfect for solar ovens, many people use wood or coal as the main source of energy for cooking, especial...
Building energy around changing climate
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed free data sets to estimate how much energy any building in the contiguous U.S. w...
Researchers make 'green' floor to replace steel
Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Maine have designed and 3D-printed a singl...
Incorporating 'touch' into social media interactions can increase feelings of support and approval, study suggests
Including "tactile emoticons" into social media communications can enhance communication, according to a study published June 12, ...
World will amass 'major' oil surplus by 2030: IEA
The world is likely to have a major surplus of oil by 2030 as production is ramped up while the clean energy transition tempers demand, the ...
Google to test AI phone theft features in Brazil
Google said Tuesday it has chosen Brazil, a country where nearly two cellphones are pilfered every minute, to test a new Artificial Intellig...
Researchers focus on essentials, addressing inherent issues of solid-state batteries
In facing life's many challenges, we often opt for complex approaches to finding solutions. Yet, upon closer examination, the answers ar...
Research team takes a deep dive into global mining trends
Mining is at a critical crossroads. The industry must supply more minerals and metals for the energy transition while simultaneously reducin...
Apple leaps into AI with an array of upcoming iPhone features and a ChatGPT deal to smarten up
Apple has jumped into the race to bring generative artificial intelligence to the masses, spotlighting a slew of features Monday designed to...
Ammonia-fueled marine engine cuts CO₂ emissions by 50%
MW-class marine engine combustion technology that uses ammonia—a future renewable energy source—as fuel will be applied on-site for the firs...
Hydrogen, the net-zero hero?
Green hydrogen could transform our energy system and solve many supply and emissions challenges. Whether this happens will depend on how eco...
Apple partners with OpenAI as it unveils 'Apple Intelligence'
Apple on Monday unveiled "Apple Intelligence," its suite of new AI features for its coveted devices—including a partnership with O...
Study explores ice-based electricity generation
Last year, researchers from the US and Canada reported in PLOS ONE creating electrical batteries from ice. The electrical output is modest, ...
Swiss approve law boosting renewable energy generation
Switzerland approved a law on Sunday aimed at accelerating the development of renewable energies, as part of the country's bid to attain...
Apple expected to enter AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders
Apple's annual World Wide Developers Conference on Monday is expected to herald the company's move into generative artificial intell...
Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power, but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks
As the urgency of climate change ramps up, focus is increasing on digital currencies to address their environmental impact. from Energy ...
Swiss vote on renewable energy plan for 2050 carbon neutrality
Swiss voters were expected to approve in a referendum Sunday a law aimed at accelerating the development of renewable energy as the country ...
A renewable energy transition that doesn't harm nature? It's not just possible, it's essential
Earth is facing a human-driven climate crisis, which demands a rapid transition to low-carbon energy sources such as wind and solar power. B...
Scientists propose converting natural gas into hydrogen directly in gas fields
Skoltech researchers have found a way to produce hydrogen from natural gas with 45% efficiency right in the gas field by injecting steam and...
Developing efficient anode catalysts for direct ammonia solid oxide fuel cells
The quest for efficient and clean energy sources has led to the exploration of ammonia as a hydrogen carrier due to its high hydrogen conten...
Home solar systems in South Africa: more will be installed if households are given loans, free maintenance and security
South Africa is making efforts to increase the use of solar photovoltaic energy. But it's happening at a very slow pace. from Energy ...
Ivory Coast bets on solar in clean energy drive
The sun beats down from a cloudless sky on the town of Boundiali, where Ivory Coast's first solar power plant embodies the drive to embr...
Team proposes hydrogen as alternative to diesel for long-haul trucks
People around the world rely on trucks to deliver the goods they need, and so-called long-haul trucks play a critical role in those supply c...
Novel flexible perovskite/silicon tandem solar cell achieves record efficiency
Despite the remarkable progress achieved in rigid perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells, with reported efficiencies reaching up to 33.9%, th...
Study introduces improved plutonium production with enhanced efficiency and reduced costs
Have you ever wondered what a spacecraft and a pacemaker have in common? Both are powered by plutonium-238 (238Pu), a versatile isotope, kno...
Heat pump with propane refrigeration circuit developed for industrial applications
Heat pumps can not only be used efficiently in residential buildings, but also in industrial processes with heating and cooling requirements...
Global renewable energy capacity may reach 8,000 GW by 2030, below COP28 target
Nations are falling short of the goal agreed at UN climate talks to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030 as part of efforts to curb glob...
Delivering hydrogen to EU's industry: Which are the greenest options?
Renewable hydrogen is expected to play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions in Europe. Previous Joint Research Centre (JRC) research ...
Researchers explore setup and security of 5G for microgrids with a 5G sandbox
Whether it is coincidence or careful planning, the infrastructures of both power systems and telecommunications are heading in a similar dir...
Why the US oil majors may end up doing more for the green transition than their more progressive European rivals
The energy transition is not on track to mitigate the effects of climate change. Take the case of Shell, whose shareholders recently voted t...
Ionic liquid electrolyte enables efficient CO₂ conversion to fuels and chemicals
Converting CO2 into fuel and chemicals using electricity, also known as electrochemical conversion of CO2, is a promising way to reduce emis...
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