Oregon greenlights 1,200 MW Sunstone Solar project, America's largest solar farmThe Sunstone Solar project will generate 1,200 megawatts—enough to power 800,000 homes—while investing millions in local agriculture to ensure sustainable development.Nathan Ali, 09 Dec 2024 17:15
Robots build solar power systems for Amazon and others to tackle skills shortages and cut costsThe 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 07 Dec 2024 11:31
Study investigates relationship between renewable energy and blackoutsWind 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.Mario Petzold, 06 Dec 2024 00:13
Planet friendly proton batteries join the roster for lithium-ion alternativesResearchers 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...Stephen Pereyra, 05 Dec 2024 04:25
US solar industry manufacturing capacity surges by record 9.3 GW in Q3 2024The US ramps up its local solar industry output with a record-breaking 9.3 GW PV module manufacturing capacity added in Q3 2024.David Odejide, 04 Dec 2024 10:47
US solar industry on track for record 32 GW installations in 2024The 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.David Odejide, 29 Nov 2024 22:54
Artificial photosynthesis produces hydrogen with the help of nanoparticlesResearchers 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. Mario Petzold, 28 Nov 2024 21:56
New battery technology promises an additional 621 miles for electric cars and enough power for electric planesInstead 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.Mario Petzold, 28 Nov 2024 21:27
Deal: Battery storage system 15.36 kWh for solar power stations with a whopping 37% discountBasen 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 27 Nov 2024 14:13
EV sales could reach up to 60 million items per year by 2030 with battery material shortages named a challengeThe 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 ...Daniela Morales Soler, 20 Nov 2024 13:16
Otherlab unveils Lightfoot solar-powered electric scooterOtherlab 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.David Chien, 14 Nov 2024 19:44
Bluetti unveils a new Elite 200 V2 portable power station with up to 2,600W of powerBluetti 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...Abhinav Fating, 14 Nov 2024 18:09
Zero-emissions hydrogen truck breaks world record for longest distance on single fillThe 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.Daniela Morales Soler, 14 Nov 2024 11:15
German telecom giant to mine Bitcoin using excess green energyDeutsche 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.Daniela Morales Soler, 08 Nov 2024 16:54
Anker unveils new Solix Solarbank 2 AC with introductory offerThe 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 ...Polly Allcock, 05 Nov 2024 13:23
EIB grants $702 million (€650 million) for Belgium's offshore wind energy hubAn 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...Nathan Ali, 01 Nov 2024 02:04
Colombia invests $40 billion to phase out fossil fuels and stops new oil productionColombia 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 27 Oct 2024 14:36
Linus Tech Tips admits personal responsibility for exploitation of CongoLinus 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...Marvin Gollor, 26 Oct 2024 12:32
Anker launches new Solix PS60 Compact Solar Panel in bundleThe 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...Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 13:45
Researchers find solar panels increase city temperatures and wind speedsResearchers 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 ...David Chien, 22 Oct 2024 07:41
China debuts world's largest floating wind turbine: 20-MW giant set to power 37,000 homesChina 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...Nathan Ali, 20 Oct 2024 21:05
Google's nuclear-powered AI: Tech giant partners with Kairos Power for nuclear-powered data centersGoogle 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.Nathan Ali, 19 Oct 2024 21:45
Increasing AI demand forces tech companies to retreat from using the most eco-friendly power sources to power data centersRapid 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 ...David Chien, 15 Oct 2024 06:30
New Anker Solix PS100 smaller portable solar panel rumoredA 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...Polly Allcock, 03 Oct 2024 15:49
Giant 'Energy Dome' carbon-dioxide bubble in the US could power 18,000 homes for 10 hoursThe 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...Anubhav Sharma, 29 Sep 2024 11:55
Smart window generates electricity from raindrops - without solar cellsUnlike 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 28 Sep 2024 19:48
Fuel from sunlight: First industrial solar-to-fuel plant could transform transportScientists 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 27 Sep 2024 13:51
Apple iPhone 16: Protests outside Apple Stores worldwide, several arrestedThe 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 22 Sep 2024 15:25
Deal | Jackery x Creality bundles offer potentially off-grid 3D printingThe 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...Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2024 19:49
BioLite introduces an affordable energy backup solution that installs in under 30 minutesBioLite 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. Stephen Pereyra, 20 Sep 2024 06:44
The Shine 2.0 is a portable wind turbine with a built-in battery that can also charge other portable power stationsWith 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.Habeeb Onawole, 18 Sep 2024 23:50
Biden administration finalizes huge tariff hikes on Chinese-made EVs, lithium batteries, solar panels, and moreThe 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 ...David Chien, 15 Sep 2024 09:40
Tesla partners with Eaton to streamline Powerwall deploymentAt 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.Stephen Pereyra, 10 Sep 2024 14:42
Safe hydrogen: First company eliminates explosion risk and receives €72.5 million in fundingHydrogen 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...Nicole Dominikowski, 09 Sep 2024 12:59
Ossby Geo: Broken frame after just a few days of using this lightweight, foldable e-bike made from recycled materialsCheckMag 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 includedAlexander Fagot, 03 Sep 2024 14:19
EcoFlow announces new Power Kits with up to 45 kWh capacityThe EcoFlow Power Kits 5 kVA 48 V have been revealed and are expected to launch later this year. These energy storage solutions for caravans and motorhomes offer expandable storage up to 45 kWh, which the company estimates would p...Polly Allcock, 02 Sep 2024 16:45
EcoFlow’s new powerful DELTA Pro 3 portable power station appears in more countriesThe EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 portable power station can now be pre-ordered from various third-party retailers in the EU. The model, already available in the US, is expected to officially launch in Europe later in September. The powerfu...Polly Allcock, 02 Sep 2024 13:33
Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 now supports Shelly 3EM productsA recent update for the Anker app has brought a new feature to the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro and Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus. The release is said to provide support for the Shelly 3EM and Shelly 3EM Pro smart energy meters with...Polly Allcock, 02 Sep 2024 13:16
Volkswagen teases new hemp-derived leather alternative for next-gen car interiorsReady for the hemp-based car seat of the future? Volkswagen has collaborated with Revoltech to unleash this concept on next-gen car interiors. The partners assert that the material, derived from by-products of industrial concerns,...Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2024 16:31
100,000 people in the streets: Mass protests escalate against Europe's largest lithium mineDespite massive protests by around 119,000 people against the mining company Rio Tinto, Europe's largest lithium mine is now to be built in Serbia. Environmental activists fear an ecological and humanitarian catastrophe - numerous...Nicole Dominikowski, 30 Aug 2024 13:39
Anker Solix F3800 hands-on review: The monster power station can even charge electric cars via solar powerThe Solix F3800 from Anker is a massive solar generator that can even charge electric cars. We took a closer look at the monster 3,840-Wh power station which can deliver up to 9,000 watts in this hands-on review.Marcus Schwarten, 27 Aug 2024 18:50
Creating more resilient power grids requires just 2 simple tricksHeat, drought and heavy rain cause problems for the infrastructure. However, even simple measures can help to significantly reduce the likelihood of power outages. And renewable energies are both the problem and the solution.Mario Petzold, 27 Aug 2024 14:58
Various techniques for nuclear fusion await breakthrough with radically new ideas or better conceptsIt is not enough to obtain more energy than was put in. And it is also not enough to generate a stable nuclear fusion reaction. But what exactly is the status of ideas for successful nuclear fusion?Mario Petzold, 15 Aug 2024 19:39
Highly efficient perovskite solar cell with decent long-term durability unveiledThe development, which finally combines high efficiency and a long service life, performs over 50 percent better than current commercial perovskite modules. At the same time, nothing stands in the way of scalability for rapid depl...Mario Petzold, 13 Aug 2024 23:10
100 percent solar energy: Indonesia plans for the futurePerfect location, ideal conditions and little wind. The island state with the world's fourth largest population can become a prime example of a sustainable energy policy - without great effort and surprisingly low energy costs.Mario Petzold, 13 Aug 2024 22:04
Heat pipe with 10 kW output works without electricityIt is the world's largest heat transfer system that works completely without electricity or any other form of energy supply. The efficiency of electric cars, servers and heat pumps could increase significantly thanks to passive co...Mario Petzold, 13 Aug 2024 21:04
Anker launches new SOLIX Smart Plug for balcony power plantsAnker has unveiled a new SOLIX Smart Plug in Europe. The accessory allows you to monitor energy consumption in real time, with further insights and controls offered in the accompanying app. The device can be bought as a single uni...Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2024 20:46
Nuclear fusion becomes more efficient and feasible with microwavesIt is not only the energy required to heat the plasma that could be drastically reduced. The structure, especially inside the fusion reactor, would also become significantly more simplistic.Mario Petzold, 12 Aug 2024 20:43
Zinc-bromine battery achieves 10,000 cycles with innovative electrodeNon-flammable, high cell voltage and a simple, cost-effective design: This battery technology is actually very promising, but the life-span is extremely short. A newly developed electrode is set to change this.Mario Petzold, 08 Aug 2024 17:28
FOSSiBOT F3600 Pro debuts as up-to-7,200W portable power station with modular expansion systemThe FOSSiBOT F3600 Pro has launched as the first portable portable power station of its line that can connect to custom Expansion Batteries for a total capacity that can be extended to 11,520 kilowatt-hours (kWh). Even on its own,...Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Aug 2024 18:52