Researchers suggest smart solution to harness waste heat from industry
Norway wastes huge amounts of energy. Surplus heat produced by industry is hardly exploited at all.
Jun 27, 2024
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Reaching new heights: AI can help us build better buildings
The application of artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize the hands-on construction industry and contribute to long-term environmental sustainability in our built environment.
Jun 25, 2024
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Harvesting unused micro-vibration to generate electricity
Energy Harvesting is a green technology that captures (or "harvests") wasted energy and converts it into electricity. The ubiquitous vibrations that surround us are one of the promising sources for energy harvesting. In particular, ...
Jun 25, 2024
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Though small in volume, gallium and germanium hold big potential for the global critical minerals market
Australia exports about 1 billion metric tons of iron ore each year and 300 metric tons of gold. Yet, beyond these well-known commodities lies a suite of lesser-known minerals, which are critical for the world's advancement.
Jun 20, 2024
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Developing high-efficiency colored solar panels for buildings
The energy transition in Germany, Europe, and across the world is driving robust demand for solar panels. Alongside high energy yields, aesthetics and acceptance are also increasingly important factors. To accommodate these ...
Jun 13, 2024
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Research team takes a deep dive into global mining trends
Mining is at a critical crossroads. The industry must supply more minerals and metals for the energy transition while simultaneously reducing the carbon footprint across its processes. It also must address negative public ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Advances in battery technology: Iron-chromium redox flow batteries enhanced with N-B doped electrodes
Researchers have achieved a significant advancement in battery technology that could improve how energy is stored and utilized, particularly for large-scale applications.
Jun 5, 2024
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'Gray infrastructure' can't meet future water storage needs, study finds
A new study maps how energy and food systems depend on stored water to generate hydropower and feed irrigation. Dams and reservoirs won't be able to meet the demand in coming decades.
May 30, 2024
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Experts find biobased building materials less sustainable than concrete in South Africa
Scientists at the University of Bristol have discovered that mycelium composites, biobased materials made from fungi and agricultural residues, can have a greater environmental impact than conventional fossil fuel–based ...
May 29, 2024
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New 3D polymeric structure combines lightweight properties with high energy density to enhance lithium metal batteries
A research team has developed a three-dimensional polymeric structure, a lightweight structure that facilitates the transport of lithium (Li) ions. Their study was recently published in the journal Advanced Science.
May 23, 2024
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