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Telescopes could help power isolated communities in Chile's Atacama Desert![]() Paris, France (SPX) Oct 13, 2024 New research published in 'Nature Sustainability' reveals that integrating a renewable energy system for the AtLAST telescope in Chile's Atacama Desert could meet 66% of the energy needs of the nearby town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a dual solution for both scientific infrastructure and local communities. The proposed system would reduce dependence on fossil fuels, benefiting the observatory on the Chajnantor plateau and surrounding residential areas by providing cleaner, renewable energy. ... read more |
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 11, 2024 Researchers at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have developed a new fabrication method that enhances the efficiency, stability, and affordability of perovskite solar cells, bringing them clos ... more
UK announces new investment in green energy projectsLondon (AFP) Oct 10, 2024 The UK government on Thursday announced that it had secured more than GBP24 billion ($31.3 billion) of private investment in green energy projects, as it gears up for an international investment summit. ... more
China's solar goes from supremacy to oversupplyBeijing (AFP) Oct 10, 2024 Strong state support and huge private investment have made China's solar industry a global powerhouse, but it faces new headwinds, from punitive tariffs abroad to a brutal price war at home. ... more
A high-energy-density Mars battery designed for long-term missionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 30, 2024 The extreme environmental conditions on Mars, with its 95.32% carbon dioxide atmosphere and significant temperature fluctuations, pose major challenges for energy storage systems on the planet. To o ... more |
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Study highlights improved efficiency for hot carrier solar cellsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 25, 2024 Hot carrier solar cells, first proposed decades ago, have been a key focus for surpassing the Shockley - Queisser efficiency limit in single-junction solar cells. Despite their theoretical advantage ... more |
Spain aims for 81 percent green electricity by 2030Madrid (AFP) Sept 24, 2024 Spain on Tuesday adopted a target for 81 percent of its electricity to come from renewable sources by 2030 to meet its climate goals. ... more
Belgian team wins S.Africa's 'most extreme' solar car raceCape Town (AFP) Sept 20, 2024 A team of Belgian students and engineers on Friday won a solar-powered car race in South Africa widely considered the most challenging for testing the technology. ... more
Second life of lithium-ion batteries may propel future space missionsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Sep 19, 2024 Lithium-ion battery usage worldwide has doubled in the past four years, contributing to a growing volume of hazardous battery waste. This rise underscores the urgent need for more effective recyclin ... more
Folded or cut, this lithium-sulfur battery keeps powering devicesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 19, 2024 Most rechargeable batteries that power portable devices, such as toys, handheld vacuums and e-bikes, use lithium-ion technology. But these batteries can have short lifetimes and may catch fire when ... more |
University of Michigan develops efficient system for converting CO2 into ethyleneLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 19, 2024 Researchers at the University of Michigan have made a significant advancement toward creating sustainable fuels by developing an artificial photosynthesis system that efficiently chains carbon atoms ... more ![]() |
Lyten's lithium-sulfur batteries to be tested on ISSLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 18, 2024 Lyten, a leader in supermaterial applications and lithium-sulfur battery technology, has announced that its rechargeable lithium-sulfur battery cells have been selected for testing aboard the Intern ... more
Solar on track for another record year: reportParis (AFP) Sept 18, 2024 The solar industry is due to grow by nearly a third in 2024, beating forecasts as it adds 593 gigawatts of additional capacity, the majority of them in China, according to a report released on Thursday by the Ember think tank. ... more
Airbus to Provide Over 200 Sparkwing Solar Arrays for MDA AURORA SatellitesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 18, 2024 Airbus has been selected by MDA Space Ltd. (TSX:MDA), a global leader in advanced space technology and services, to supply solar arrays for its MDA AURORA TM software-defined satellite product line. ... more
JinkoSolar sets sights on expanding operations across AfricaSydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 18, 2024 JinkoSolar, the leading global producer of solar panels by shipment volume, is moving forward with plans to expand its presence in Africa, focusing on both solar energy and energy storage markets. ... more |
Solar and Farming Can Work TogetherLondon, UK (SPX) Sep 17, 2024 Researchers at Swansea University have developed a new tool to help find the best photovoltaic (PV) materials to support both solar energy generation and crop growth. In a new study published ... more
How solar power is keeping one California community alive as the ground shiftsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 17, 2024 The cliffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula have always been stunning, offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. But beneath the natural beauty of Portuguese Bend, a slow and terrifying force is at ... more
World's strongest battery could enable lightweight, energy-efficient vehiclesBerlin, Germany (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Building vehicles or electronics with materials that serve as both batteries and structural components could significantly reduce weight and energy consumption. A research group at Chalmers Universi ... more
Molecular adjustments boost efficiency of organic solar cellsOsaka, Japan (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Organic solar cells (OSCs) offer a promising alternative to traditional inorganic solar cells, thanks to features such as tunable chemistry that allow scientists to precisely alter their properties ... more |
New defect passivation strategy enhances efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cellsTokyo, Japan (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Solar energy continues to be a critical component in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Over time, solar cells have seen substantial advancements, making ... more
Turning seawater into fresh water using solar-powered technology'Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed an innovative and energy-efficient desalination device that converts seawater into drinkable water by utilizing solar power. The device lever ... more
USTC Achieves New Record in Perovskite Solar Cell EfficiencySydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 17, 2024 A research team led by Prof. XU Jixian from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has set a new global standard for solar cell technology. As of July 3rd, the Solar Cell Efficienc ... more
Argonne to lead National Energy Storage Research HubLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 05, 2024 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Argonne National Laboratory to lead the newly established Energy Storage Research Alliance (ESRA), a national hub focused on advancing energy storage ... more |
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UN's Guterres says China-Africa ties can drive 'renewable energy revolution'Beijing (AFP) Sept 5, 2024 United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told African leaders Thursday that expanding ties between China and the continent could "drive the renewable energy revolution". ... more |
AI-powered process unveils chemical keys for solar energy advancementsChicago IL (SPX) Sep 01, 2024 Artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative tool in research, yet its inability to explain its decision-making process-often referred to as the "AI black box"-poses a significant challen ... more
Custom innovations for fault detection in renewable power gridsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 01, 2024 As renewable energy sources like solar panels and wind generators become more integral to tomorrow's power grids, new innovations in fault detection are essential. NJIT Associate Professor Joshua Ta ... more
Researchers discover a surprising way to jump-start battery performanceStanford CA (SPX) Sep 01, 2024 A lithium-ion battery's very first charge is more momentous than it sounds. It determines how well and how long the battery will work from then on - in particular, how many cycles of charging and di ... more
Major Qatari plant to double solar capacity by 2030: ministerDoha (AFP) Sept 1, 2024 A large new solar plant planned in Qatar will double the Gulf emirate's previously projected renewable energy capacity by 2030, Qatari Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi announced on Sunday. ... more |
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