Apple Invests $500M to Supercharge US Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing and Recycling Apple has announced a $500 million multi-year commitment with MP Materials, the only U.S. company that produces rare earth materials. This investment aims to supercharge the manufacturing and recycling of rare earth magnets in the United States. Rare earth magnets are crucial components […]
China advances energy security with first output from major uranium project
China Advances Energy Security with First Output from Major Uranium Project China has produced its first barrel of natural uranium from its largest domestic project, dubbed the Huiquan Uranium Mine. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the nation’s efforts to enhance its energy security and reduce its reliance on imported uranium. The Huiquan […]
World’s first steady-state net power nuclear fusion plant gets funding boost
World’s First Steady-State Net Power Nuclear Fusion Plant Receives Funding Boost Japan-based Helical Fusion Company has announced the closure of its Series A funding round. The company, known for its groundbreaking work in nuclear fusion energy, has successfully secured a significant investment to further develop the world’s first steady-state net power nuclear fusion plant. This […]
World’s first hybrid solar cargo ship to sail with 192 panels for 37,500 kWh power yearly
World’s first hybrid solar cargo ship to sail with 192 panels for 37,500 kWh power yearly Dutch solar innovator Wattlab and German inland shipping giant HGK Shipping have teamed up to create history with the world’s first hybrid solar cargo ship. This groundbreaking collaboration aims to revolutionize the maritime industry by harnessing the power of […]
US: Vistra’s 1,268 MW nuclear power plant gets 20-year life extension boost
US: Vistra’s 1,268 MW Nuclear Power Plant Gets 20-Year Life Extension Boost The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in the United States has approved the life extension for Vistra’s nuclear power plant, allowing it to operate for an additional 20 years. This decision marks a significant milestone not only for Vistra but also for the energy […]
Error to energy: Accidental discovery fuels clean hydrogen breakthrough in Mexico
Error to energy: Accidental Discovery Fuels Clean Hydrogen Breakthrough in Mexico Back in the early 2000s, engineers working for the Techint Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mexico, made a serendipitous discovery that would change the course of clean energy production in the country. While attempting to fix a glitch in one of their industrial […]
French startup unveils wave energy tech that turns sea motion into electricity
French Startup Unveils Wave Energy Tech that Turns Sea Motion into Electricity A French wave energy company has secured a multi-million dollar funding round to advance its groundbreaking technology that harnesses the power of the ocean to produce electricity. This innovative startup, whose name is yet to be disclosed, is at the forefront of renewable […]
Thorium molten salt reactors: Danish firm gains funding boost for 100 MW units
Thorium Molten Salt Reactors: Copenhagen Atomics Secures Funding Boost for 100 MW Units Danish innovator Copenhagen Atomics has secured a major financial endorsement from the European Innovation Council for its groundbreaking work in the field of thorium molten salt reactors. This funding boost is set to propel the company towards the development of 100 MW […]
US fuel cell runs 5,000 hours at 600°F, generates hydrogen and power from waterÂ
Revolutionizing Energy Production: US Fuel Cell Runs 5,000 Hours at 600°F, Generating Hydrogen and Power from Water Engineers at West Virginia University have developed an advanced fuel cell that could revolutionize the way we think about energy production. This groundbreaking technology has successfully run for an impressive 5,000 hours at a scorching temperature of 600°F, […]
World’s first nuclear microreactor test bed launches at Idaho National Laboratory
World’s First Nuclear Microreactor Test Bed Launches at Idaho National Laboratory The race to dominate next-gen nuclear power just hit ignition at Idaho’s Demonstration of Microreactor Innovation for Clean Energy (DIME) facility. The recent launch of the world’s first nuclear microreactor test bed marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of advanced nuclear technologies. Microreactors […]