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Much more than just visible light can be converted into electricity. (pixabay/Bru-nO)

More light for solar cells: Novel alloy provides efficiency boost

Instead of improving the electricity yield of existing technology, a research team has been able to convert light into electricity that has not yet been used. Efficiency is expected to increase by two thirds - and all without rare...

Mario Petzold, 14 Jan 2024 20:51

First make renewable energy available and then produce hydrogen? There's a more elegant way. (pixabay/blazejosh)

Producing clean hydrogen correctly: plannable and scalable

Producing hydrogen on a large scale using electricity from coal and gas, and precisely when there is a shortage of energy elsewhere, can cause enormous emissions and endanger the power grid. A smart approach is required.

Mario Petzold, 10 Jan 2024 20:53

The Jackery Explorer System combines a rooftop tent with retractable solar panels. (Image source: Jackery)

CES 2024 | Jackery shows new Solar Generator for Rooftop Tent

The Jackery Solar Generator for Rooftop Tent, or the Jackery Explorer System, is on show at CES 2024. The new product is in concept form, with the company planning to go into production later this year. The solution comprises a ve...

Polly Allcock, 09 Jan 2024 13:23

Jackery Mars Bot: New power station on four wheels

Jackery Mars Bot: This innovative power station and solar generator is a robot with solar cells and tracking

Jackery has presented a robot on four wheels that promises particularly efficient use of solar energy and functions as a power bank. The model is also designed to operate automatically.

Silvio Werner, 06 Jan 2024 23:40

Sustainable construction could significantly reduce the price of electric vehicles. (pexels/Kindel Media)

Millions of miles with one electric motor: prototype can be used again and again

In the end, more electric cars also mean more scrap containing valuable elements and components that are still intact. The development of an electric motor that is easy to repair and dismantle should prevent such mountains of wast...

Mario Petzold, 02 Jan 2024 21:22

Geothermal power plant from Fervo Energy in Nevada (image: Google / Fervo)

Google and Fervo Energy's geothermal project provides CO₂-free power to thousands of homes

Google and Fervo Energy are working to reduce the impact of climate change with the next generation of geothermal energy. Unlike wind and solar power, geothermal energy provides a continuous supply of electricity and, with governm...

Nicole Dominikowski, 28 Dec 2023 17:15

Are nuclear reactors the future of energy transition? (Credit: Westinghouse)

Westinghouse designs eVinci microreactor to last 8 years before refueling

Unlike typical nuclear plants, the eVinci microreactor needs no water for cooling, is easy to install and works like a battery with an eight-year lifespan. The reactor stays at a stable temperature by deploying a Passive Heat Remo...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 27 Dec 2023 12:50

Passive houses: the future of sustainable living? (symbolic image: Bing AI)

Passive houses use up to 90% less energy to heat and cool: one of the most energy-efficient ways to build

Passive houses can reduce heating and cooling requirements by up to 90%. This energy-saving architecture for a sustainable future began in Canada in the 1970s. Although this special type of energy-efficient construction has not ye...

Nicole Dominikowski, 26 Dec 2023 21:45

Hydrogen aircraft takes off: a milestone on the path to zero-emission aviation (image: ZeroAvia)

Hydrogen-powered aircraft completes first flight and is voted Breakthrough Technology of 2023

This year, zero-emissions flying came closer: the first flight of ZeroAvia's hydrogen-powered aircraft was voted the breakthrough technology of 2023 in a survey by MIT Technology Review. The company has already raised over $140 mi...

Nicole Dominikowski, 25 Dec 2023 18:18

New battery recycling methods could bring down the price of electric cars (image: Redwood Materials)

New battery recycling methods could make e-cars cheaper

The recycling of batteries is becoming more crucial in the field of electromobility. As the demand for electric cars rises, so does the need for materials to produce lithium-ion batteries. To meet climate targets and maintain affo...

Nicole Dominikowski, 24 Dec 2023 22:15

Technology failures of 2023: Titan, Humane Ai Pin, microplastics, geoengineering and more (symbolic image: Bing AI)

The greatest technology failures of 2023

The MIT Technology Review has compiled a list of the biggest technological failures of 2023. These include the Titan deep-sea submersible, General Motors' wayward cruise robotaxis, and Humane Ai Pin, among others.

Nicole Dominikowski, 24 Dec 2023 17:59

The Ariane (far right) will soon take off with clean hydrogen. (pixabay/stux)

Space travel with renewable energy: ESA launches fuel production with green hydrogen

A rocket launch consumes a few hundred tons of fuel. Roughly speaking, the equivalent of 1 million liters of petrol. All the better that ESA wants to send its Ariane launch vehicles into space using solar energy in future.

Mario Petzold, 23 Dec 2023 21:46

The Anker SOLIX BP1000 Expansion Battery is for the C1000 power station. (Image source: Anker)

Anker SOLIX BP1000 Expansion Battery 1056Wh LFP launches with discount

The Anker SOLIX BP1000 Expansion Battery - 1056Wh LFP | For SOLIX C1000 is now available to pre-order in the US. The lithium iron phosphate battery doubles the C1000 portable power station's capacity, generating an output of up to...

Polly Allcock, 20 Dec 2023 23:48

Google DeepMind's new materials are being tested in the A-Lab using robotics (Image: Marilyn Sargent / Berkeley Lab)

Google DeepMind's new AI has developed over 700 materials for EV batteries, solar cells, and more

Google DeepMind's new AI is developing numerous materials, including for EV batteries, solar cells, computer chips and much more. In addition, the new A-Lab laboratory is taking material development to a next level by combining ro...

Nicole Dominikowski, 16 Dec 2023 17:37

There is value in manure and slurry, you just have to get it out. (pixabay/Antranias)

Manure and money: electrodes and green electricity extract raw materials from faeces

Not only meat consumption itself has a few disadvantages. The excrement of farm animals also becomes a problem in large quantities. A novel system of electrodes and surplus electricity can be used to recover valuable raw materials...

Mario Petzold, 13 Dec 2023 21:36

COP 2023: Emissions from fossil fuels increased, CO₂ capture technologies hardly help (Symbolic image: Bing AI)

COP 2023: Emissions from fossil fuels are millions of times greater than efforts to capture CO₂

COP28: To support new climate funds, the USA has announced a $3 billion offer. A recent report shows that emissions have increased globally, and current technologies like capturing carbon dioxide from the air cannot help reduce th...

Nicole Dominikowski, 06 Dec 2023 16:09

Eve Systems offers smart devices with Matter enabled out of the box, but Android devices will use the SmartThings app to access all the energy tracking features. (Image source: Samsung)

Eve Energy smart plug brings energy monitoring to Android via SmartThings

After months of relying on the limited energy tracking experience offered by Matter, Android users now have access to all the features of the Eve Energy smart plug, courtesy of its SmartThings integration.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 05 Dec 2023 21:24

Fairphone 5 - A fair smartphone that is not technically perfect

The Fairphone 5 is not only fair but also sustainable, offering an appealing overall concept on the data sheet, which includes many modern technologies. However, the test shows that all that glitters is not gold. Here's a summary ...

Daniel Schmidt, 05 Dec 2023 11:52

The EcoFlow PowerInsight smart home panel has been unveiled. (Image source: EcoFlow)

EcoFlow reveals new Matter-compatible PowerInsight smart home panel

The EcoFlow PowerInsight smart home panel has been unveiled. The multifunctional gadget integrates with your home solar generation and energy storage solution, providing data and intelligently optimizing usage to reduce energy bil...

Polly Allcock, 04 Dec 2023 16:04

UNFCCC teams up with Microsoft for AI-driven emissions reducing effort

With a history of over 31 years, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has failed in its attempts to limit the negative influence of human activity on the climate system. However, the partnership with ...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Dec 2023 02:00

Future solar cells are much more efficient. (Source: pixabay/mrganso)

Solar cells with outstanding efficiency: perovskite meets sicilium

Everyone would like cheap energy. For the electric car, radiant heater, heat pump, air conditioning or coffee machine. A new tandem solar cell promises exactly that, and on a large scale.

Mario Petzold, 29 Nov 2023 22:55

The Valtra T235D tractor powered by AGCO Power's diesel engine is used to test VTT'S new e-fuel. (Image source: AGCO Power)

Finnish researchers use CO₂ to produce e-fuel for diesel engines

Combining green hydrogen and CO₂, experts at the VTT Technical Research Center have successfully produced a sustainable electro-fuel to power heavy transport engines.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 27 Nov 2023 22:24

CRVTs can scale up to tremendous proportions. (Source: WWW)

Energy start-up designs offshore wind turbine to double power generation

Two counter-rotating blades on a turbine are better than one. This innovative technology from World Wide Wind (WWW) has the best chance to maximize offshore wind energy, especially in deep-sea locations.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 23 Nov 2023 16:25

The Philips Radii lights are solar-powered, running for up to 40 hours between charges. (Image source: Signify)

Philips Radii new Ultra Efficient solar lights unveiled

Signify has announced the Philips Radii Wall and Pedestal lights. The products are designed for outdoor use and have integrated motion detection sensors to increase the light's brightness when you arrive home in the dark. Plus, th...

Polly Allcock, 20 Nov 2023 20:20

The sustainable Acer laptop Aspire Vero 15 impressed in our test with almost no compromises (image: author's own)

Acer Aspire Vero 15 review: The sustainable waste-laptop with a QHD webcam surpasses all expectations

The affordable eco laptop Acer Aspire Vero 15 impresses in almost every way — bar one major flaw. At first glance, the eco-friendly laptop fulfils every wish: long runtimes, high performance, quiet use, a robust and attractive des...

Marvin Gollor, 17 Nov 2023 20:12

The Zendure Flexible Solar Panels have a maximum rated power of 210W. (Image source: Zendure)

Zendure 210W Flexible Solar Panels now available to pre-order

Zendure is now accepting pre-orders for its Flexible Solar Panels, which have a rated maximum power of 210W. These lightweight panels, which can be bent to fit a curved surface, are designed for use in a balcony power plant and ca...

Polly Allcock, 14 Nov 2023 16:28

Targeted modification of microbial genome. (Source: Philip Gray/ORNL US Department of Energy)

AI modifies microbial genes to produce renewable fuels

In a bid to improve the accuracy of current genome editing methods, ORNL scientists have generated excitement over the potential of their AI model to create sustainable fuels.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 14 Nov 2023 15:59

Amogy unveils the world's first zero-emission truck powered by ammonia (Image: Amogy)

New fuel made from ammonia to drive decarbonization of transportation sector

Scientist Young Suk Jo has created a new technology that aims to use ammonia as a cheaper and lower-emission fuel in the transportation industry. Ammonia offers a higher energy density compared to hydrogen, making it a significant...

Nicole Dominikowski, 13 Nov 2023 17:13

The Bluetti AC200L is a new high-performance power station. (Image: Bluetti)

Bluetti AC200L: New power station with 2,048 Wh and up to 3,600 W charges very quickly

With the AC200L, Bluetti has announced a new powerful power station. It has a capacity of 2,048 Wh, is modularly expandable and has a peak output of up to 3,600 W. In addition, it features app control, UPS function and fast chargi...

Marcus Schwarten, 12 Nov 2023 20:46

The Zendure SolarFlow Battery AB2000 is now available to pre-order. (Image source: Zendure)

Zendure SolarFlow Battery AB2000 with self-heating feature now available to pre-order with Black Friday discount

Zendure is now accepting pre-orders for its new SolarFlow Battery AB2000 and more extensive Balcony Power Plant Set. The power pack has double the capacity of its predecessor, the AB1000, and an intelligent self-heating system to ...

Polly Allcock, 10 Nov 2023 17:28

The Anker SOLIX F2600 Portable Power Station has a 2,560Wh capacity. (Image source: Anker)

New Anker SOLIX F2600 Portable Power Station arrives with coupon

The Anker SOLIX F2600 Portable Power Station is now available at Amazon US, with early customers offered a discount of US$300. The device follows the F2000, with increased battery capacity and more powerful AC outlets. Plus, the p...

Polly Allcock, 06 Nov 2023 19:15

The Anker SOLIX F1500 Portable Power Station is now available at Amazon US. (Image source: Anker)

Anker SOLIX F1500 new Portable Power Station surfaces at Amazon

Anker has launched its SOLIX F1500 Portable Power Station at Amazon in the US. The new model follows the SOLIX F1200, with a greater battery capacity, higher output power and improved solar charging. Other features include app-bas...

Polly Allcock, 06 Nov 2023 18:25

The Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station is now on sale in the UK and EU. (Image source: Anker)

Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station launches with discount

Anker has launched the Solix C1000 Portable Power Station - 1056Wh | 1800W in Europe. Customers in the UK and the EU can now purchase the gadget with a discount code, reducing the price by £250/€300. The power bank features four A...

Polly Allcock, 06 Nov 2023 16:08

Hybrid carbon capture to combat climate change and drought (Image: Avnos)

World's first hybrid direct air capture system removes CO₂ and water out of thin air and receives $92 million in funding

Avnos, a Californian company, is developing a device that separates both CO₂ and water from thin air. This pioneering technology aims to tackle climate change and alleviate drought in some parts of the world. Avnos has secured $92...

Nicole Dominikowski, 06 Nov 2023 16:07

Climate neutrality is a thing of the past - AIR Vodka, which is made from CO₂, has a negative greenhouse balance

AIR Vodka made from CO₂ is the world's first climate-negative alcohol

AIR Company creates the first-ever vodka produced from CO₂ which comes with a negative carbon footprint. The company is devoted to extracting CO₂ from the atmosphere and converting it into a product to combat global warming. Moreo...

Nicole Dominikowski, 04 Nov 2023 18:06

New batteries in MIT Clean Energy Prize semifinals (Image: Anthro Energy)

New batteries for electric cars and wearables, backed by multi-million US$ funding, are both fire resistant and flexible

Anthro Energy's flexible energy storage systems will be used in next-generation electronic devices and are currently being sold to the first wearable manufacturers. The development team has identified promising applications for th...

Nicole Dominikowski, 04 Nov 2023 14:10

In Bremerhaven, Germany, research is being conducted into hydrogen technologies for a sustainable energy transition

Hydrogen systems are more advantegeous than battery storage: Study presents the potential in mobility and logistics

Hydrogen technology will play a crucial role in a climate-friendly energy supply in the future. It has potential as an alternative in transport and logistics and in the development of e-fuels. Thus, hydrogen could provide a basis ...

Nicole Dominikowski, 04 Nov 2023 13:18

Aluminium can be used as an eco-friendly fuel

New fuel made from scrap aluminium delivers twice the energy of diesel

A new eco-friendly fuel, produced from aluminium, stores more energy than batteries and can be obtained from scrap metal. This recycled energy source would otherwise go to waste and can be used in the transport sector to reduce em...

Nicole Dominikowski, 03 Nov 2023 12:13

New battery technology eliminates cobalt in e-cars (Symbolic image: Bing AI)

Researcher develops electric car battery to last three times longer and costs less

To increase the lifespan of batteries for electric vehicles, the Argonne National Laboratory in the USA developed battery systems capable of withstanding frequent charging and discharging. These systems have minimal environmental ...

Nicole Dominikowski, 01 Nov 2023 19:52

Microsoft's AI ambitions: Nuclear power plants as key to energy transition? (Symbolic image: Bing AI)

Microsoft to build nuclear plants for powering AI

Microsoft is betting on nuclear power to drive the development of artificial intelligence. Small modular reactors (SMRs) are now set to power the energy-intensive AI. The company is also investing in a project to generate nuclear ...

Nicole Dominikowski, 01 Nov 2023 19:21

Century, carbon capture and storage project (Image: Google Earth)

Oil giant quietly drops world's largest CO₂ capture plant and invests billions to build new one

Occidental Petroleum is constructing a brand-new carbon capture plant, with billions of dollars of support from companies such as Amazon, Shopify and also from US President Joe Biden, to reach its goal of net-zero emissions. Howev...

Nicole Dominikowski, 01 Nov 2023 16:24

Reolink's latest solar cameras. (Source: Reolink)

Reolink 4K Solar Camera Series launches touted as fully wireless home security solutions

Reolink has announced that all of its latest accessories "revolutionize" battery-powered home security systems with both solar power and "4K clarity" across the board. The line-up also includes choices of either Wi-Fi- or standalo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 19:15

Jackery announces its latest sale. (Source: Jackery)

Deal | Jackery Solar Generators go for up to US$1,000 off for a limited time

Jackery is celebrating its 11th anniversary and Hallowe'en 2023 at the same time with up to 30% off deals on its portable power stations, even its latest models such as the Solar Generator 700 Plus. Most of the units on sale come ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 16:30

The Anker RS50B solar panel has a 540W output and 23% conversion rate. (Image source: Anker)

Anker SOLIX RS50B new powerful solar panel launches with balcony power plant

The Anker SOLIX Balcony Power Plant RS50B is now available at Amazon in Germany. The kit includes new powerful 540W solar panels with a 23% conversion rate alongside the MI80 microinverter. Two further kits offer floor brackets an...

Polly Allcock, 17 Oct 2023 10:40

UGREEN PowerRoam 2200 launches with upgraded PowerZip and U-Turbo technology

UGREEN touts its new PowerRoam 2200 as its best and most mobile portable power station yet, with a higher capacity and an increased U-Turbo max output setting compared to its predecessor, not to mention its own wheels. The OEM als...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Oct 2023 18:45

EcoFlow announces a new sale. (Source: EcoFlow)

Deal | Save up to US$900 on EcoFlow DELTA Pro for a limited time

EcoFlow promises the "biggest discounts ever" offered on its DELTA series of portable generators during the Prime Day period. Those deals are to be augmented by various single-day flash sales with extra offers on select bundles. E...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2023 21:45

Jackery holds a new sale. (Source: Jackery)

Deal | Jackery Fall 2023 sales event kicks off with ~30% discounts on new portable power tech

Jackery asserts that it will be offering "guaranteed lowest prices" during its latest sale, even on newer products such as the Explorer 3000 Pro. The event will also have specials only available for the last two days of the sale, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2023 20:12