Google’s Geothermal Experiments: Pioneering the Energy Transition The AI era is transforming digital infrastructure, demanding not just faster compute but radically more efficient and sustainable energy sources to power the ever-growing data centers. In this quest for sustainability, Google has been leading the way with its innovative geothermal experiments, setting a new standard for engineering […]
China’s electrolyzers make clean hydrogen from tap water in a major breakthrough
China’s Electrolyzers Revolutionize Hydrogen Production from Tap Water A collaboration of researchers from various institutes in China has developed a novel approach that promises to revolutionize the production of clean hydrogen. By using electrolyzers, these innovative scientists have found a way to extract hydrogen from ordinary tap water, marking a significant breakthrough in the field […]
New York’s nuclear comeback: State pushes for 1 GW power plant after decades
New York’s Nuclear Comeback: Governor Pushes for 1 GW Power Plant After Decades The Governor of New York has proposed the construction of the state’s first zero-emission nuclear power plant in over four decades. This ambitious plan marks a significant shift towards clean energy and sustainability in the Empire State. The proposed 1 GW nuclear […]
Jet-sized underwater wind turbine rides ocean currents to generate electricity
Jet-sized underwater wind turbine rides ocean currents to generate electricity Dutch startup Equinox Ocean Turbines has secured new funding to accelerate the development of its innovative jet-sized underwater wind turbine. This groundbreaking technology harnesses the power of ocean currents to generate clean and sustainable electricity. The concept of underwater wind turbines is not entirely new, […]
300 GW: Converting global coal mines into solar farms can power a country like Germany
300 GW: Converting Global Coal Mines into Solar Farms Can Power a Country Like Germany Coal mines could be used to unlock a brighter, cleaner energy future. A new report reveals that repurposing global coal mines into solar farms has the potential to generate a staggering 300 gigawatts (GW) of electricity. This substantial amount of […]
Nuclear fusion gets $3.4 billion boost as UK repurposes old coal plant site
Nuclear Fusion Receives $3.4 Billion Boost as UK Repurposes Old Coal Plant Site The UK government has injected a record £2.5 billion ($3.4 billion) into the world’s first nuclear fusion plant, marking a significant step towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. This groundbreaking initiative involves repurposing an old coal plant site in 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 […]
85% of this country’s energy needs could be met with rooftop solar, EV batteries: Study
85% of Japan’s Energy Needs Could Be Met with Rooftop Solar and EV Batteries: A Game-Changing Study A research team in Japan has revealed a transformative pathway for the country’s energy future, and it revolves around the untapped potential of rooftop solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The study, conducted by experts in the […]
Google powers up 3 US nuclear projects in race to meet AI-era energy needs
Google Powers Up 3 US Nuclear Projects in Race to Meet AI-Era Energy Needs Google has signed a major agreement with Elementl Power to develop three advanced nuclear projects, marking a significant step in the tech giant’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions. The collaboration aims to harness the potential of nuclear power to meet the […]
California firm turns 56,000 homes into US’ largest virtual power plant
California Firm Turns 56,000 Homes into US’ Largest Virtual Power Plant California-based photovoltaic systems provider Sunrun has announced that it has completed turning thousands of homes into a massive virtual power plant. With a total of 56,000 homes now connected in this innovative energy network, Sunrun has created the largest of its kind in the […]