New York's electric grid could face a crunch as demand grows rapidly
The electric system operator identifies increasing demand and limited new additions to the power grid. By 2033, New York City could face challenges in meeting the expected demand.
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In France, new nuclear reactor went online for 1st time in 25 years - the largest for the country
Several setbacks delayed the grid connection of Flamanville 3 and increased its final cost fourfold. The nuclear reactor is the largest in the country and is gradually ramping up its energy production.
Deal | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus can augment home power system directly for $1,000 less during flash sale
Jackery's latest portable power station can supply back-up power at a rated of up to 7,200 watts of with its up-to-date LiFePO (LFP) 5,040 watt-hour battery. The Explorer 5000 Plus can also be charged directly from a residential g...
DJI launches 1kW power super fast car charger for its power stations
DJI has announced a car charger that draws power from a car's alternator to charge its power stations and expansion batteries. The car charger can fully charge a 1024Wh battery in less than 80 minutes and can also be configured to...
Enel ordered to tear down wind farm in the U.S. and pay damages
The ruling concludes more than 10 years of litigation and orders the company to dismantle the 150-megawatt wind farm, which spans 8,400 acres.
Sam Altman’s nuclear energy startup signs one of the largest nuclear power deals to date
Oklo, backed by Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is expected to have its first commercial reactor online by late 2027. The agreement spans 20 years and is set to deliver 12 gigawatts of electricity.
Crypto miner acquires a $240 million wind farm to secure low energy prices
Mara has acquired a wind farm in Hansford County, Texas, for $240 million. The wind farm, with a 240 MW interconnection capacity and 114 MW nameplate capacity, will power a data center Mara plans to develop at the site, providing ...
Anker Solix Solarbank E1600 can now be linked to more recent Solarbank 2 Balcony Power Stations after update
The original Anker Solix Solarbank E1600 has been updated in the latest version of the brand’s app. Version 3.3.2 is reported to bring support for connections between the older Solarbank E1600 and the Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro and Sol...
HEC unveils world's first 660MW ultra-supercritical CFB power unit
HEC's groundbreaking 660MW ultra-supercritical CFB power unit in Shaanxi, China successfully completed full-load trials, marking a global first. Operating at unprecedented temperature and pressure levels while maintaining 95 perce...
Biomethane transforms ammonia production from carbon emitter to carbon neutral
Innovative research reveals how biomethane from organic waste could transform ammonia production from a carbon-heavy process into a carbon-neutral one. The approach requires no new technology and could revolutionize fertilizer man...
200 years worth of energy discovered: Natural hydrogen deposits larger than expected
The discovery of huge hydrogen reservoirs has resulted in a recalculation of potential reserves worldwide. At best, they are equivalent to 1,000 years worth of fossil fuel.
US to raise solar import tariffs on Chinese components to 50 percent in 2025
U.S. plans to double tariffs on Chinese solar materials to 50 percent starting 2025, targeting key components like polysilicon and wafers. While aimed at reducing China's market dominance, experts suggest limited impact as U.S. so...
Intelligent energy monitoring for improved efficiency: Homey Energy Dongle unveiled
The new Homey Energy Dongle tracks your power usage and sends the data to Smart Home. For example, this can trigger automations when a rooftop or balcony PV system begins feeding electricity into the grid. An integration with dyna...
Mercedes-Benz's new solar paint promises extra 12,000 km of annual driving range for EVs
Mercedes-Benz is developing solar paint that turns car surfaces into energy generators with advanced solar modules and bidirectional charging.
Solar reactor breakthrough boosts clean hydrogen production efficiency
Japanese researchers have developed a novel two-step reactor system that generates hydrogen fuel from sunlight and water, achieving 50 percent higher efficiency in real-world conditions than lab tests.
Oregon greenlights 1,200 MW Sunstone Solar project, America's largest solar farm
The Sunstone Solar project will generate 1,200 megawatts—enough to power 800,000 homes—while investing millions in local agriculture to ensure sustainable development.
Robots build solar power systems for Amazon and others to tackle skills shortages and cut costs
The first robots are making their way into the solar industry - Amazon, for example, is using the new technology to develop a solar park for its data centres. Robots are helping to assemble solar panels, for example, saving on lab...
Study investigates relationship between renewable energy and blackouts
Wind and solar energy are weather-dependent, which makes it almost impossible to estimate production, let alone control it in the event of additional demand. 20 years of electricity grid data reveals some surprises in this regard.
Planet friendly proton batteries join the roster for lithium-ion alternatives
Researchers at USNW Sydney have recently developed an organic battery cell with impressive capacity, fast charge times, and is environmentally friendly. As the supply of Lithium slowly shrinks, the necessity for alternatives grows...
US solar industry manufacturing capacity surges by record 9.3 GW in Q3 2024
The US ramps up its local solar industry output with a record-breaking 9.3 GW PV module manufacturing capacity added in Q3 2024.
US solar industry on track for record 32 GW installations in 2024
The US renewable energy sector is set to end 2024 on a high note as a new industry report projects a massive 32 GW solar installation for the year.
Artificial photosynthesis produces hydrogen with the help of nanoparticles
Researchers in Japan have developed a method for breaking down water into hydrogen and oxygen, in which natural sunlight alone serves as the energy source. Even nature could learn something from the method's efficiency.
New battery technology promises an additional 621 miles for electric cars and enough power for electric planes
Instead of just making lithium-sulfur batteries more durable, a new breakthrough in battery chemistry has resulted in increased charge and discharge rates, which could give electric mobility a much-needed boost.
Deal: Battery storage system 15.36 kWh for solar power stations with a whopping 37% discount
Basen Green has significantly reduced the price of its solar storage system during the Black Week. The battery is equipped with long-life LiFePO4 cells and offers 10,000 full cycles. It is compatible with a wide range of inverters...
EV sales could reach up to 60 million items per year by 2030 with battery material shortages named a challenge
The increasing demand of electric vehicles (EVs) has raised concerns about the availability of the critical materials required to build crucial parts, such as batteries. According to a specialized agency report, by 2030 EVs sales ...
Otherlab unveils Lightfoot solar-powered electric scooter
Otherlab has unveiled the Lightfoot electric scooter capable of gaining up to 18 miles (28 km) of range per day on solar charging alone and carrying up to 33 lbs. (15 kg) of cargo internally.
Bluetti unveils a new Elite 200 V2 portable power station with up to 2,600W of power
Bluetti has introduced the Elite 200 V2, a compact portable power station. The new gadget provides a 2,073Wh capacity with Bluetti’s Turbo fast charging; a full charge takes less than one and a half hours. The model is already ava...
Zero-emissions hydrogen truck breaks world record for longest distance on single fill
The truck, tested under real-world conditions, traveled 2,900 kilometers on a single fill. It was developed through a collaborative effort between Accelera by Cummins and four U.S. government agencies.
German telecom giant to mine Bitcoin using excess green energy
Deutsche Telekom has announced an agreement with Bankhaus Metzler to trial Bitcoin mining using excess green energy in peak production moments, thus stabilizing the balance between supply and demand in a rather unorthodox way.
Anker unveils new Solix Solarbank 2 AC with introductory offer
The Anker Solix Solarbank 2 E1600 AC has been revealed. The product is now available to order in a couple of European countries, with early customers offered €300 off the RRP. The solution is designed to expand your balcony power ...
EIB grants $702 million (€650 million) for Belgium's offshore wind energy hub
An ambitious $702 million (€650 million) offshore energy hub is taking shape off Belgium's coast. The artificial Princess Elisabeth Island will channel 3.5 gigawatts of wind power for over three million households while also foste...
Colombia invests $40 billion to phase out fossil fuels and stops new oil production
Colombia only has about seven years before its oil reserves run out, so the switch to renewable energy is urgent. Instead of expanding into new sources of fossil fuels, the country is focusing on a sustainable future and climate p...
Linus Tech Tips admits personal responsibility for exploitation of Congo
Linus of Linus Tech Tips admitted today that he bears some personal responsibility for the exploitation of Congolese children in cobalt and lithium mines. He made the statement in his latest video podcast by partially agreeing wit...
Anker launches new Solix PS60 Compact Solar Panel in bundle
The Anker Solix PS60, a new compact solar panel, is now available at Amazon US as part of a bundle. The accessory must currently be purchased with the Solix C300 DC Portable Power Station, which launched earlier this year. However...
Researchers find solar panels increase city temperatures and wind speeds
Researchers have found that solar panels increase city temperature variations, causing cities to be hotter during the day and colder during the night. At the same time, these larger temperature swings result in higher wind speeds ...
China debuts world's largest floating wind turbine: 20-MW giant set to power 37,000 homes
China unveils world's largest floating wind turbine: a 20-megawatt giant with a 260-meter rotor diameter. This breakthrough in renewable energy can power 37,000 homes annually, save 25,000 tons of coal, and reduce CO2 emissions by...
Google's nuclear-powered AI: Tech giant partners with Kairos Power for nuclear-powered data centers
Google plans to power its AI data centers with small nuclear reactors, partnering with Kairos Power. This bold move aims to meet the growing energy demands of AI technology while maintaining sustainability.
Increasing AI demand forces tech companies to retreat from using the most eco-friendly power sources to power data centers
Rapid growth in AI demand has forced tech companies to retreat from more eco-friendly power sources like solar and turn to nuclear power plants to power the latest generative AI. Cooling massive AI data centers has also driven up ...
New Anker Solix PS100 smaller portable solar panel rumored
A new Anker Solix PS100 portable solar panel could be on the way. Rumors about the device and a supposedly leaked image suggest that it will be particularly compact when folded, making it easier to store and transport. Other featu...
Giant 'Energy Dome' carbon-dioxide bubble in the US could power 18,000 homes for 10 hours
The first-of-its-kind Columbia Energy Storage Project in Wisconsin, by Energy Dome, uses CO2 for energy storage that could last up to 24 hours. Supported by $7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy, the project is targeted to...
Smart window generates electricity from raindrops - without solar cells
Unlike solar cells, which generate energy from sunlight, a new smart window can not only generate large amounts of electricity from raindrops. It also offers amazing energy-saving advantages that can be of great benefit in times o...
Fuel from sunlight: First industrial solar-to-fuel plant could transform transport
Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute are turning CO₂ and sunlight into synthetic fuels. Using an innovative process in a solar tower, water and CO₂ are turned into sustainable fuel that can be used, for example, in cars and airc...
Apple iPhone 16: Protests outside Apple Stores worldwide, several arrested
The launch of Apple's iPhone 16 was marked by protests outside Apple stores around the world. Demonstrators used the day to draw media attention to a range of issues, including the environmental threat posed by the mining of miner...
Deal | Jackery x Creality bundles offer potentially off-grid 3D printing
The popular portable power station brand Jackery has partnered with Creality to offer consumers new ways to charge their next 3D print - solar included. The new "Power your Creativity" bundles can unlock savings of up to $199 comp...
BioLite introduces an affordable energy backup solution that installs in under 30 minutes
BioLite announced an affordable and user-friendly power backup solution for major home appliances. Backup by Biolite has already met its $100,000 goal, with backers valuing the idea of easy protection from blackouts.
The Shine 2.0 is a portable wind turbine with a built-in battery that can also charge other portable power stations
With the Shine 2.0 portable wind turbine generator, you can have power all day and all night as long as there's sufficient breeze. And when there's no breeze, its built-in battery will power your devices.
Biden administration finalizes huge tariff hikes on Chinese-made EVs, lithium batteries, solar panels, and more
The Biden administration has finalized huge tariff hikes on Chinese-made electric vehicles, lithium batteries, and solar panels, and other imports. The tariffs include medical masks and syringes, raising already expensive medical ...
Tesla partners with Eaton to streamline Powerwall deployment
At RE+ 2024, Eaton announced its partnership with Tesla to make it easier and faster for customers to upgrade to residential solar and energy systems. The collaboration will also optimize the Eaton AbleEdge smart breaker.
Safe hydrogen: First company eliminates explosion risk and receives €72.5 million in funding
Hydrogen is an energy source with great potential, but its explosive nature has made it difficult to control. A German company has now found a solution that could revolutionise the use of hydrogen and is being funded to the tune o...
Ossby Geo: Broken frame after just a few days of using this lightweight, foldable e-bike made from recycled materials
CheckMag The European made Geo was originally supposed to weigh just 11 kilograms (24 pounds) in total, but came in at around 16 kg (35 pounds) when it was finally delivered to early Kickstarter backers in August of 2024. It's not just the award-winning folding design of this new e-bike from Spanish manufacturer Ossby that stands out amongst its peers of electric folding bikes but also the unusual features and the proposed sustainability of this lightweight city bike in 2024. Unfortunately, the promised aluminum-equivalent strength of the "composite frame" made from recycled materials disappoints - at least in my case. A way too short report of my personal experience with the Ossby Geo. Update: Manufacturer statement included
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