Energy & Green Tech
The smartphone era is only just over a decade old, but the pocket-sized computers at the heart of that societal transformation are only really possible because of another technology: lithium-ion batteries.
Jul 15, 2019
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Energy & Green Tech
At a recent talk on the UK's energy sector, the head of an electric utility company claimed that "the problem of decarbonising our electricity sector is fixed". Eyebrows were raised at this, but his point quickly became clear. ...
May 22, 2019
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Energy & Green Tech
Over the past several years, Stanford transformed its energy infrastructure by electrifying its heating system, replacing its gas-fired power plant with grid power, creating a unique system to recover heat, building massive ...
May 8, 2019
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Energy & Green Tech
The energy produced over the lifetime of typical rooftop solar panels more than makes up for the energy it takes to make, mount and then eventually recycle them. But adding a home battery usually lowers those dividends, according ...
Apr 9, 2019
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Energy & Green Tech
Carbon-free energy: Is the answer blowing in the wind? Perhaps, but the wind doesn't always blow, nor does the sun always shine. The energy generated by wind and solar power is intermittent, meaning that the generated electricity ...
Feb 2, 2018
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Security
In a world where hackers can sabotage power plants and impact elections, there has never been a more crucial time to examine cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, most of which is privately owned.
Mar 29, 2017
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Energy & Green Tech
The pressure is on for California to meet its clean-vehicle goals. In less than two years, 35% of vehicles sold must have zero tailpipe emissions. And by 2035, all light-duty vehicles sold must be zero-emissions.
Jun 14, 2024
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Business
Continued deployment of distributed renewable generation in areas with abundant wind and solar potential is a key driver for Europe's clean energy transition. However, it needs to be accompanied by adequate consideration ...
May 28, 2024
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Energy & Green Tech
The future is looking sunny for Kennedy Airport's long-term parking lot No. 9. Construction began on April 23 on a solar array meant to cover some 21 acres of the lot while maintaining the car park beneath.
Apr 24, 2024
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Energy & Green Tech
Ninety miles west of Chicago, the corn and soybean fields stretch to the sky, and dreams of the clean energy future dangle—just out of reach.
Apr 22, 2024
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