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  Paris (AFP) June 20, 2025 Europe's ambition to be a world player in decarbonised transportation arguably depends on sourcing lithium abroad, especially in South America. Even the bloc's broader energy security and climate goals could depend on securing a steady supply of the key mineral, used in batteries and other clean energy supply chains. But Europe has run into a trio of obstacles: lack of money, double-edged regulations and competition from China, analysts told AFP. China has a major head start. It currentl ... read more |
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Energy transition: how coal mines could go solarBangkok (AFP) June 18, 2025 Disused coal mines could be refashioned to place vast fields of solar panels, a new report suggests, providing an unlikely solution to a common obstacle to uptake of the green energy source. ... more 
Shape-shifting hybrid materials offer bright future for solar and LED innovationSalt Lake City UT (SPX) Jun 17, 2025 In today's energy-intensive environment, designing new devices for more efficient and renewable energy sources is at the forefront of scientific research. A particularly interesting approach utilize ... more 
Molecular relay structure enables faster photon upconversion for solar and medical useTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jun 16, 2025 A novel molecular architecture developed by researchers at Kobe University accelerates light upconversion by enabling faster intramolecular energy movement. ... more 
Shape shifting perovskite materials show promise for LEDs and solar powerLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jun 16, 2025 In the search for more efficient renewable energy technologies, researchers at the University of Utah have spotlighted the potential of Ruddlesden-Popper perovskites-layered hybrid materials with pr ... more |
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Solar power farms would impact less than 1 percent of Arkansas' ag landFayetteville AR (SPX) Jun 03, 2025 Large-scale solar power arrays occupy about 0.2 percent of agricultural land in Arkansas, according to an analysis by the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. Solar energy pr ... more |
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EV battery recycling key to future lithium suppliesDavis CA (SPX) Jun 02, 2025 Lightweight, powerful lithium-ion batteries are crucial for the transition to electric vehicles, and global demand for lithium is set to grow rapidly over the next 25 years. A new analysis from the ... more 
Synthetic rings imitate plant energy systems with molecular precisionTokyo, Japan (SPX) May 28, 2025 Plants have long inspired scientists with their remarkable ability to convert sunlight into energy through intricately organized pigment rings. Now, researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have ... more 
Rooftop solar with EV batteries could meet majority of Japan power demandTokyo, Japan (SPX) May 26, 2025 A new analysis by Tohoku University shows that combining rooftop solar panels with electric vehicle (EV) battery storage could fulfill up to 85% of Japan's electricity needs while cutting carbon emi ... more 
TEMPO molecule technique advances perovskite solar cell durability and efficiencyParis, France (SPX) May 26, 2025 A team of researchers has introduced a novel method to dramatically enhance the performance and stability of perovskite solar cells, overcoming a longstanding barrier to their widespread use. The ap ... more |
Agrivoltaic systems gain public favor over conventional solar parksBerlin, Germany (SPX) May 21, 2025 Photovoltaic systems are becoming more common in open landscapes, but public approval often lags. A recent study by the University of Bonn reveals that agrivoltaics-solar panels installed on farmlan ... more  Available on Amazon Books |
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Simple method boosts durability of perovskite solar cells in real-world settingsLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 21, 2025 A research team at the Federal University of ABC (UFABC) in Sao Paulo has developed a novel method to reduce the degradation of perovskite solar cells, potentially clearing a path toward their broad ... more
Battery giant CATL ends up more than 16% on Hong Kong debutHong Kong (AFP) May 20, 2025 Chinese battery giant CATL ended its first day on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange more than 16 percent higher Tuesday, having raised US$4.6 billion in the world's biggest initial public offering this year. ... more 
Solestial Secures $17M Series A to Accelerate Space Solar ManufacturingLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 19, 2025 Solestial has closed a $17 million Series A funding round led by AE Ventures, with participation from Crosscut Ventures, Zeon Ventures, and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation's ME Innovation Fund, mana ... more 
Rice engineers develop resonant energy system for more efficient solar desalinationLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 15, 2025 Rice University researchers have introduced a novel desalination technology designed to enhance the efficiency and adaptability of solar-powered water purification. The new system, described in a st ... more |
Dongguk University Researchers Develop Scalable Zinc-Ion Battery Technology for Industrial UseTokyo, Japan (SPX) May 13, 2025 A research team from Dongguk University, led by Associate Professor Geon-Hyoung An from the Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, has introduced a promising alternative to traditional lith ... more 
Helping Waterbirds and Floating Solar Energy Thrive TogetherLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 13, 2025 Floating photovoltaic systems, often called "floatovoltaics," are being deployed globally, from small-scale winery installations in California to expansive energy projects in China. These systems, t ... more 
Chinese EV battery giant CATL aims to raise $4 bn in Hong Kong IPOHong Kong (AFP) May 12, 2025 Chinese EV battery giant CATL aims to raise $4 billion in its Hong Kong listing scheduled for May 20, said a statement filed to the bourse Monday, making it the largest IPO expected in the city so far this year. ... more  
Spongy Device Draws Water from Air Using Sunlight for Efficient HarvestingSydney, Australia (SPX) May 12, 2025 Researchers from Australia and China have developed a sponge-like device capable of extracting water from thin air, leveraging solar energy to release the collected moisture. This breakthrough addre ... more |
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Turning light into usable energy Riverside CA (SPX) May 12, 2025 Every time a screen flickers to life, or sunlight powers a home, energy is being transferred from light into something useful. Yet for all of its ubiquity, scientists do not fully understand the pro ... more 
China's Renewable Energy Shift Faces Sustainability ChallengesLondon, UK (SPX) May 07, 2025 China's ambitious transition to renewable energy, intended to reduce its carbon footprint and drive sustainable growth, may be undermining its own long-term development goals, according to a new stu ... more 
Saharan dust clouds pose growing risk to solar power stability across EuropeParis, France (SPX) May 05, 2025 As Europe increasingly depends on solar energy to reach climate and energy independence goals, a persistent atmospheric issue is adding uncertainty to the equation: Saharan dust. Research presented ... more
Saharan dust clouds cast uncertainty on Europe's solar power growthParis, France (SPX) May 05, 2025 As Europe accelerates its transition to solar energy, scientists are raising alarms about a growing natural obstacle: Saharan dust storms. New findings shared at the European Geosciences Union Gener ... more |
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US solar tariffs could drive Asia transition boomBangkok (AFP) May 4, 2025 Massive planned US duties on solar panels made in Southeast Asia could be a chance for the region to ramp up its own long-stalled energy transition, experts say. ... more |
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AI designed nanostructure coating cuts solar reflection and boosts cell efficiencyLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 02, 2025 Conventional silicon solar cells lose nearly half their potential light energy to surface reflection, but a new antireflective coating could dramatically reduce that loss. Researchers have developed ... more 
'Cold' manufacturing approach to make next-gen batteriesUniversity Park PA (SPX) May 06, 2025 Lithium-ion batteries have been a staple in device manufacturing for years, but the liquid electrolytes they rely on to function are quite unstable, leading to fire hazards and safety concerns. Now, ... more 
Australia launches "world's largest" battery-power shipSydney (AFP) May 2, 2025 An Australian boatbuilder launched what it described as the world's largest electric-powered ship on Friday, a 130-metre (426-feet) behemoth capable of carrying 2,100 passengers. ... more 
Laminated structure boosts interface stability in inverted perovskite solar cellsSydney, Australia (SPX) May 05, 2025 A research partnership between the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has led to the development of a laminated microstructure in ... more |
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