Tag: low-carbon economy

Record-breaking zinc-air battery survives 3,570 charges over 74 continuous days

Record-breaking zinc-air battery survives 3,570 charges over 74 continuous days Australian scientists have developed a solution that could transform the future of clean energy storage. In a groundbreaking achievement, a team of researchers at the University of Sydney has created a zinc-air battery that has successfully endured an astonishing 3,570 charging cycles over the course […]

Carbon storage capacity far more limited than previously believed, says IIASA

Carbon Storage Capacity Far More Limited Than Previously Believed, Says IIASA A recent study conducted by the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) has revealed alarming findings regarding the capacity for carbon storage in our environment. The research indicates that the ability of natural systems to safely store carbon is far more restricted than […]

Europe’s first 300 MW small nuclear power plant to be built in Poland

Europe’s first 300 MW small nuclear power plant to be built in Poland Poland is preparing to lead Europe in a new era of clean energy. State-run energy companies PGE and PGNiG have joined forces to construct Europe’s first 300 MW small modular reactor (SMR) nuclear power plant. This groundbreaking project marks a significant milestone […]

World’s first CO2 storage site injects carbon 1.6 miles below seabed in Norway

World’s First CO2 Storage Site Injects Carbon 1.6 Miles Below Seabed in Norway Energy giants Equinor, Shell, and TotalEnergies have made a massive step forward in large-scale carbon capture and storage technology by establishing the world’s first CO2 storage site below the seabed off the coast of Norway. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone […]

US firm to build 3,275°F brick battery to decarbonize steel and cement plants

US firm to build 3,275°F Brick Battery to Decarbonize Steel and Cement Plants Electrified Thermal Solutions, a Boston-based company spun out of MIT, has signed a major manufacturing deal that could revolutionize the way steel and cement plants operate. The company is set to build a groundbreaking 3,275°F brick battery that aims to decarbonize these […]

Dead solar panels help turn CO2 into useful chemicals in new green tech breakthrough

Dead solar panels help turn CO2 into useful chemicals in new green tech breakthrough In a breakthrough that feels like modern-day alchemy, Japanese researchers have found a way to breathe new life into discarded solar panels by repurposing them to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable chemicals. This innovative approach not only addresses the mounting […]

Game-changing rust battery to deliver 100-hour backup in California’s grid by 2026

Game-Changing Rust Battery to Deliver 100-Hour Backup in California’s Grid by 2026 California is preparing to test an unconventional battery system that could provide clean power for an unprecedented 100 hours in its grid by the year 2026. This innovative technology involves the use of a “rust” battery, which has the potential to revolutionize the […]

World’s largest sand battery goes live: 100 MWh system cuts CO2 emissions by 70%

World’s Largest Sand Battery Goes Live: 100 MWh System Cuts CO2 Emissions by 70% An energy company has commissioned the world’s first industrial-scale sand battery in a town in the heart of a renewable energy hub. This groundbreaking initiative represents a significant step towards sustainable energy storage solutions and reducing carbon emissions. The sand battery, […]

Green hydrogen: Fuel cell tech slashes 20% costs with 33% thinner membrane

Green Hydrogen: Fuel Cell Tech Slashes 20% Costs with 33% Thinner Membrane Norwegian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking new membrane technology for hydrogen fuel cells. “A new generation of fuel cells is on the horizon,” says Dr. Anders Johansen, lead scientist at the Norwegian Institute of Energy Technology. This innovation promises to revolutionize the green […]

World’s first offshore wind-solar project to generate 5 times more power

World’s First Offshore Wind-Solar Project to Generate 5 Times More Power An ongoing project has completed a critical phase to deploy solar panels on an existing offshore wind farm. This groundbreaking initiative marks the world’s first offshore wind-solar hybrid project of its kind and is set to revolutionize renewable energy production. By harnessing the power […]

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