Energy & Green Tech
The energy crisis that has gripped Europe is far from over. That makes it more important than ever to invest in renewables and energy efficiency, the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change says.
Feb 7, 2023
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Energy & Green Tech
Anyone wondering what compelled the U.S. Department of Energy's first-ever appearance this year at the CES tech show—traditionally an annual showcase for consumer gadgets—need only consider what its boss sees as her main ...
Jan 23, 2023
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Consumer & Gadgets
Signs on gas pumps across the nation caution "Do not use cell phone while pumping gas" or "Turn off cellular phone," but is there a real danger to talking or texting on your phone while pumping gas? Could it cause an explosion?
Jun 16, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
From spiraling fossil fuel prices and volatile supply chains to the worsening climate crisis, there has never been a better time to stop heating homes with natural gas. The UK has the chance to replace as many gas boilers ...
Apr 11, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
The latest reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change show that to avoid massive losses and damage from global warming, nations must act quickly to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. The good news is that ...
Apr 11, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
The war in Ukraine has caused oil prices to surge to the highest level since 2008, with gas prices in some areas of California creeping up to $6 per gallon. Rising prices have led renewable energy advocates like Tesla CEO ...
Mar 16, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
Dawdon coalmine in northeast England was abandoned three decades ago, but is being brought back to life as the unlikely setting for a green energy revolution.
Oct 10, 2021
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Energy & Green Tech
Gas boilers heat around 85% of homes in the UK, but their installation in new homes is to be banned from 2025. While heating produces over a third of the country's CO₂ emissions, there are only two low-carbon heating alternatives ...
Jun 4, 2021
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Energy & Green Tech
The heat pumps we use to heat our homes and domestic water operate at temperatures of between 30 and 60 degrees, but many industrial processes require much higher temperatures—and some industries require an entirely different ...
Apr 28, 2021
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Energy & Green Tech
Home energy use accounts for 14% of all the UK's greenhouse gas emissions, and much of that comes from gas boilers. Each time you turn up the thermostat, the burning natural gas generates heat through the radiators—and ...
Dec 9, 2020
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