Coldplay’s Stanford Shows Double as Test Bed for Roll-Out Printed Solar When Coldplay took the stage at Stanford Stadium last weekend, the light show wasn’t the only thing shining bright. The iconic British band’s performances served a dual purpose as a testing ground for cutting-edge printed solar technology. This innovative collaboration between Coldplay and the […]
US firm plans 10 GW nuclear power from small reactors at retired energy sites
US Firm Plans 10 GW Nuclear Power from Small Reactors at Retired Energy Sites A Florida-based energy firm has planned to deploy small modular reactors (SMRs) at the Palisades nuclear power plant site in Michigan and other retired energy facilities across the United States. This ambitious project aims to generate up to 10 gigawatts of […]
New 36% efficient micro-CPV breakthrough from Germany powers up solar, slashes costs
New 36% Efficient Micro-CPV Breakthrough from Germany Powers Up Solar, Slashes Costs Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) have achieved a significant milestone in the realm of solar energy technology. Their latest breakthrough involves the development of a micro-concentrator photovoltaic (CPV) system with an impressive efficiency rate of 36%. This […]
World-first ‘Microgrid-in-a-Box’ to reduce energy cost by 60%, homeowners can get revenue
World-first ‘Microgrid-in-a-Box’ to reduce energy cost by 60%, homeowners can get revenue An electronics and two energy companies have joined hands to jointly develop the world’s first ‘Microgrid-in-a-Box’ solution that promises to revolutionize the way homeowners consume and generate electricity. This groundbreaking technology combines the latest advancements in electronics with innovative energy management systems, offering […]
Recycled Nissan EV batteries get second life powering Italy’s largest airport
Recycled Nissan EV batteries get second life powering Italy’s largest airport Italy’s largest and busiest airport has integrated a total of 162 recycled Nissan Leaf batteries into its power grid, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions. This innovative initiative not only showcases the potential for second-life applications of electric vehicle (EV) batteries but […]
Breakthrough process slashes cost of lithium sulfide for solid-state batteries-
Safer, Cheaper Lithium Sulfide for Solid-State Batteries: A Breakthrough Process Revolutionizes Cost Efficiency Solid-state batteries have long been hailed as the future of energy storage, promising higher energy densities, faster charging capabilities, and improved safety compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. However, the widespread adoption of solid-state technology has been hindered by the high cost and […]
Solar geyser turns sand into thermal energy storage system to deliver low-cost hot water
Solar Geyser: Turning Sand into an Innovative Thermal Energy Storage System Researchers from India’s National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra and the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) have made groundbreaking strides in the realm of renewable energy with their innovative solar geyser. This pioneering technology aims to revolutionize the way we harness and store […]
Electricity from dessert? US ice cream giant Ben & Jerry’s powers homes with its waste
Electricity from Dessert? Ben & Jerry’s Powers Homes with Its Waste A high-tech anaerobic digestion facility in the U.S. has been transforming organic waste from the popular ice cream company, Ben & Jerry’s, into electricity. This innovative approach not only addresses the issue of waste management but also contributes to sustainable energy production. By harnessing […]
Solar fuel breakthrough unlocks 40% more hydrogen from sunlight with temperature boost
Solar Fuel Breakthrough Unlocks 40% More Hydrogen from Sunlight with Temperature Boost Researchers have successfully demonstrated that optimizing the temperature of the electrolyte surrounding photoelectrodes can boost the production of hydrogen from sunlight by up to 40%. This breakthrough in solar fuel technology holds immense potential for revolutionizing the renewable energy sector by significantly enhancing […]
200% life extended: Saudi tech cools solar panels by 49°F, boosts output by 13%
Cooling revolution: Saudi tech boosts solar panel efficiency by 13% Scientists in Saudi Arabia have come up with a groundbreaking cooling technology that passively regulates the temperature of solar panels, extending their lifespan by an astonishing 200%. This innovative solution not only protects the panels but also increases their efficiency by lowering their temperature by […]