An international team of researchers at the UK’s MAST Upgrade facility has successfully tested an innovative concept that could revolutionize the field of fusion energy. Their groundbreaking achievement involves achieving a 10x cut in fusion reactor heat through the utilization of Super-X exhaust’s long ‘legs’. This remarkable milestone has the potential to significantly enhance the […]
Farm waste bio-oil may plug orphaned US oil wells and trap carbon for decades
Farm waste bio-oil may plug orphaned US oil wells and trap carbon for decades US researchers have found that transforming plant waste like corn stalks and forest debris into bio-oil could hold the key to addressing two major environmental challenges simultaneously. By converting farm waste into bio-oil, a viable solution emerges to plug orphaned oil […]
China’s Hualong One becomes world’s most deployed third-generation nuclear reactor design
China’s Hualong One Emerges as the Leader in Third-Generation Nuclear Reactor Designs China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) reports that the nation’s Hualong One third-generation nuclear reactor has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the most deployed design of its kind worldwide. This feat underscores China’s commitment to advancing nuclear technology and meeting its energy […]
Deep fueling pellet injector from US lab powers nuclear fusion record breakthrough
Deep Fueling Pellet Injector from US Lab Powers Nuclear Fusion Record Breakthrough A novel fuel pellet injector developed by researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has propelled the field of nuclear fusion into new realms of possibility. The deep fueling pellet injector, a cutting-edge technology, has recently enabled a record-breaking achievement in the quest […]
10 million EVs could be powered by lithium hidden in one year of US mine waste
10 Million EVs Could Be Powered by Lithium Hidden in One Year of US Mine Waste A new study argues that the United States could dramatically increase supplies of critical minerals by tapping into an unexpected source: mine waste. According to the study, conducted by researchers at the Critical Materials Institute, a Department of Energy […]
Electrical pulses boost copper’s efficiency in turning CO2 into ethylene, ethanol fuels
Electrical Pulses Boost Copper’s Efficiency in Turning CO2 into Ethylene, Ethanol Fuels Scientists have observed a remarkable growth in copper’s ability to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable products such as ethylene and ethanol. This groundbreaking discovery showcases the potential of electrical pulses in enhancing the efficiency of copper catalysts for carbon dioxide conversion, offering […]
Canadian nuclear firm wins fusion funding to achieve next scientific milestone
Canadian Nuclear Firm Wins Fusion Funding to Achieve Next Scientific Milestone Canada-based nuclear fusion energy startup General Fusion has received a funding boost, which gives it the necessary resources to push forward in the race to achieve the next scientific milestone in clean energy production. This recent development not only propels General Fusion to the […]
Nuclear fusion plasma failures predicted with 94% accuracy by China’s new AI
China’s New AI Predicts Nuclear Fusion Plasma Failures with 94% Accuracy A team of researchers headed by Professor Sun Youwen at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) in China has made a groundbreaking advancement in the field of nuclear fusion. They have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can predict nuclear fusion plasma […]
Scientists discover oxygen ‘breathing’ crystal that could transform clean energy tech
Scientists Discover Oxygen ‘Breathing’ Crystal That Could Transform Clean Energy Tech A team of scientists has created a groundbreaking material – a metal oxide composed of cobalt that exhibits fascinating properties. This innovative crystal can effectively ‘breathe’ oxygen, demonstrating immense potential to revolutionize clean energy technologies. The discovery, made by a group of researchers at […]
World’s largest hydrogen closed-loop power system under construction in China
World’s Largest Hydrogen Closed-Loop Power System Under Construction in China Construction has begun on a 30MW 100%-hydrogen turbine in Ordos, northern China. The turbine is set to be a groundbreaking addition to the world’s energy landscape, marking a significant shift towards sustainable power generation. As the global community continues to seek ways to reduce carbon […]