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February 26, 2024
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Russian invasion catalyst for renewables in Ukraine: minister
Paris (AFP) Feb 16, 2024

The wartime destruction of its coalmines and several of its power plants are proving a catalyst for Ukraine's renewable energy transition, said the country's Energy Minister German Galushchenko. ... more

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Activist fund urges BP to hit brakes on green energy
London (AFP) Jan 29, 2024

Activist investment fund Bluebell Capital on Monday urged BP to scale back its "irrational" clean energy ambitions, one week before the British oil major's annual results. ... more

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Rwanda signs lithium deal with Rio Tinto
Kigali (AFP) Jan 29, 2024

Rwanda has signed an agreement with Australian mining giant Rio Tinto for the exploration and mining of lithium in the East African nation, the two parties said Monday. ... more

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Innovative study reveals lithium-ion batteries' potential for hydrogen production
Nagoya, Japan (SPX) Jan 29, 2024

In a groundbreaking development for both the battery and sustainable energy industries, a team of researchers from Meijo University has unveiled a novel approach to hydrogen storage and production u ... more

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EagleView's Geospatial Data Transforms Solar Industry with Rapid, Detailed Bidding
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 26, 2024

In the evolving world of geospatial technology, EagleView's journey from a data provider for insurance and construction to a pivotal player in the solar industry exemplifies innovation at its best. ... more

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Revolution in low-light imaging with integrated photovoltaic and photodetector organic device
Seoul, South Korea (SPX) Jan 26, 2024

In a significant advancement in organic-based optoelectronic technology, the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), in collaboration with experts from Korea University and Ewha Womans Uni ... more

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New calcium-doping strategy surpasses platinum catalysts in hydrogen fuel cells
Sendai, Japan (SPX) Feb 12, 2024

In an innovative stride towards enhancing the efficiency of hydrogen fuel cells, a research team has unveiled a novel method that significantly improves the electrochemical surface area (ECSA) of a ... more

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Decoding thermophotovoltaic efficiency
Washington DC (SPX) Feb 12, 2024

The field of solar cells has witnessed an exponential development over the past decades. Evaluating the performance of solar cells has been simple because all devices can be compared given a single ... more

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Europe Invests in Thermal Energy Storage Innovation
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Feb 09, 2024

An ambitious international research endeavor, spearheaded by the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU), is set to revolutionize seasonal thermal energy storage technologies. Titled "INTERS ... more

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Reflectors in space could make solar farms on Earth work for longer every day
Glasgow UK (SPX) Feb 06, 2024

If you happened to be looking at the sky in Europe on a cold night on February 5 1993, there is a chance you could have seen a dim flash of light. That flash came from a Russian space mirror experim ... more

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Perovskite LEDs achieve unprecedented lifespan with new sieving technique
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Feb 06, 2024

In a remarkable advancement in the field of optoelectronics, researchers have developed a novel solvent sieve method that significantly enhances the performance and operational stability of perovski ... more

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Space reflectors could ensure bright future for solar power farms
Glasgow UK (SPX) Feb 06, 2024

Researchers at the University of Glasgow have taken a significant step forward in the quest for sustainable energy solutions with their latest study on the potential of orbiting solar reflectors. Pu ... more

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NUS develops perovskite nanocrystal scintillators for precise single-proton detection
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 02, 2024

In a significant leap forward for particle radiation detection technology, researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have introduced an innovative transmissive thin scintillator cr ... more

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Bipartisan bill addressing lithium-ion battery fires awaits congressional action
Washington DC (UPI) Jan 29, 2024

With electric bikes growing in popularity, poorly manufactured lithium-ion batteries and electronics have led to a spate of fires. New congressional legislation aims to fix the problem. ... more

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Innovative chiral molecule strategy boosts perovskite solar cell efficiency
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 29, 2024

In the dynamic world of solar energy, metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have recently marked a significant milestone, with their power conversion efficiency (PCE) reaching an impressive 26. ... more

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Clean energy largest driver of Chinese GDP growth in 2023: report
Shanghai (AFP) Jan 25, 2024

Clean-energy projects were the largest driver of China's economic growth in 2023, with Beijing investing nearly as much in decarbonisation infrastructure as total global investment in fossil fuels, according to a report released Thursday. ... more

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Breakthrough in tin-based perovskite solar cells achieves 11 percent power conversion efficiency
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 24, 2024

In the rapidly evolving field of solar energy, tin perovskite solar cells have emerged as a significant area of interest, particularly for their potential in creating lead-free alternatives. A recen ... more


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Novel Cathode Interlayer Boosts Performance of Tin-Lead Perovskite Solar Cells
Ulsan, South Korea (SPX) Jan 23, 2024

A team of researchers from the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering at UNIST, led by Professors Sung-Yeon Jang, Jungki Ryu, and Ji-Wook Jang, in collaboration with Professor Sang Kyu Kwak from ... more

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JAXA says they hope sun will recharge lunar lander's solar panels
Washington DC (UPI) Jan 22, 2024

Japanese space officials said on Monday that they hope the lunar lander that arrived on the moon's surface on Friday will regain power once the sun hits the spacecraft's solar cells from the west. ... more

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China's CALB wants lithium battery factory in Portugal
Lisbon (AFP) Jan 22, 2024

Chinese manufacturer CALB is planning on building a lithium-ion battery factory in Portugal, the APA Portuguese environment agency said on Monday. ... more

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Cobalt-free batteries could power cars of the future
Boston MA (SPX) Jan 19, 2024

Many electric vehicles are powered by batteries that contain cobalt - a metal that carries high financial, environmental, and social costs. MIT researchers have now designed a battery material ... more

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Solar energy surges ahead, set to eclipse hydro, nuclear, and wind capacities
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 18, 2024

A comprehensive review of the latest data released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has underscored a significant shift in the U.S. energy sector, with solar energy emerging as a d ... more

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Insect populations flourish in the restored habitats of solar energy facilities
Lemont IL (SPX) Jan 18, 2024

Bumblebees buzz from flower to flower, stopping for a moment under a clear blue Minnesota sky. Birds chirp, and tall grasses blow in the breeze. This isn't a scene from a pristine nature preserve or ... more

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Pentagon to get rooftop solar panels in clean energy drive
Washington (AFP) Jan 17, 2024

Solar panels will be installed on the roof of the Pentagon as part of a push for clean energy at federal facilities, the US Department of Energy said Wednesday. ... more

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Space solar power project ends first in-space mission with successes and lessons
Pasadena CA (SPX) Jan 17, 2024

One year ago, Caltech's Space Solar Power Demonstrator (SSPD-1) launched into space to demonstrate and test three technological innovations that are among those necessary to make space solar power a ... more

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