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 […]
New US high-speed breaker tested at 1,800-volts could spark DC electricity boom
New US High-Speed Breaker Tested at 1,800-Volts Could Spark DC Electricity Boom Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new circuit breaker that operates at 1,800 volts, a breakthrough that could revolutionize the way electricity is managed and distributed in the United States. This high-speed breaker is designed to handle direct current […]
Inside CHSN01: China’s high-strength steel powering next-gen fusion reactors
Inside CHSN01: China’s High-Strength Steel Powering Next-Gen Fusion Reactors For decades, fusion projects such as the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) have relied on groundbreaking materials to withstand the extreme conditions necessary for nuclear fusion. One such material making waves in the field is CHSN01, a high-strength steel developed in China that is paving the […]
Tesla partners with LG for US-made LFP batteries in new $4.3 billion deal
Tesla partners with LG for US-made LFP batteries in new $4.3 billion deal Tesla has reportedly struck a new $4.3 billion deal with LG Energy Solution (LGES), a subsidiary of LG Chem, to supply lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for its electric vehicles. This partnership marks a significant move for Tesla as it aims to […]
World’s first nuclear fusion plant being built in US to power Microsoft data centers
World’s First Nuclear Fusion Plant Under Construction in the US to Power Microsoft Data Centers A Washington-based company has started the construction of a nuclear fusion facility in Chelan County, marking a significant leap forward in sustainable energy production. This ambitious project aims to harness the power of nuclear fusion to generate clean and abundant […]
US engineers test breakthrough nuclear reactor cooling system at Idaho lab
US Engineers Test Breakthrough Nuclear Reactor Cooling System at Idaho Lab The MARVEL microreactor project at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), US, has successfully concluded its three-month testing phase of a groundbreaking nuclear reactor cooling system. This marks a significant milestone in the advancement of nuclear technology, showcasing the potential for enhanced safety and efficiency in […]
US firm develops nuclear electromagnetic pump to support molten salt reactors
US Firm Develops Nuclear Electromagnetic Pump to Support Molten Salt Reactors A New York-based nuclear energy firm has reached a key milestone with its prototype induction electromagnetic pump designed to support molten salt reactors. This groundbreaking technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach nuclear energy production, offering a more efficient and cost-effective […]
US team sets record with 3D-printed stainless steel biobattery powered by bacteria
US Team Sets Record with 3D-Printed Stainless Steel Biobattery Powered by Bacteria Sometimes the answer isn’t in a lab across the world, it’s just one floor down. This statement couldn’t be truer for a team of researchers in the United States who have recently made headlines by setting a groundbreaking record in the field of […]
Surging AI use drives utility upgrades
Surging AI Use Drives Utility Upgrades AI and data center growth are pressuring US power grids like never before. As the demand for artificial intelligence continues to rise across various industries, the strain on the existing utility infrastructure is becoming increasingly evident. This surge in AI use has prompted utility companies to reevaluate and upgrade […]
Eric Schmidt warns that AI growth is limited by electricity
Reviving Closed Nuclear Plants: The Key to Unlocking AI Growth Potential As the realm of artificial intelligence continues to expand at a rapid pace, one prominent figure in the tech industry is sounding the alarm on a potential roadblock to further advancement. Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google and a seasoned veteran in the world […]