Japan, US agree to cooperate on geothermal energy
Japan and the United States agreed Saturday to cooperate on developing geothermal energy, one of the most plentiful resources on this volcanic island chain.
Apr 15, 2023
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US energy secretary says G7 can lead global emissions cuts
Wealthy nations can lead by example in cutting carbon emissions, though much faster action is needed to stem global warming, U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said Friday in an interview with The Associated Press.
Apr 14, 2023
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Scientists create high-efficiency sustainable solar cells for IoT devices with AI-powered energy management
Newcastle University researchers have created environmentally-friendly, high-efficiency photovoltaic cells that harness ambient light to power internet of Things (IoT) devices.
Apr 13, 2023
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Sun, wind power make record 12% of world electricity: survey
Solar and wind energy surged to make a record 12 percent of the world's electricity in 2022, a climate think tank calculated in a report Wednesday—though coal remained the leading source globally.
Apr 12, 2023
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Nuclear power causes least damage to the environment, finds systematic survey
The saying that "misfortune never comes alone" is also the title of a French short silent film from 1903. One could say the same about the climate crisis, which is closely linked to the environmental and energy crises. The ...
Apr 11, 2023
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Study: Shutting down nuclear power could increase air pollution
Nearly 20% of today's electricity in the United States comes from nuclear power. The U.S. has the largest nuclear fleet in the world, with 92 reactors scattered around the country. Many of these power plants have run for ...
Apr 10, 2023
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Robotics
Origami-inspired robots can sense, analyze and act in challenging environments
Roboticists have been using a technique similar to the ancient art of paper folding to develop autonomous machines out of thin, flexible sheets. These lightweight robots are simpler and cheaper to make and more compact for ...
Apr 3, 2023
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The people power being harnessed for cleaner and cheaper energy
As Europe weans itself off fossil fuels, local energy networks are tapping renewable sources to fill the gap and cut consumer bills.
Mar 29, 2023
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Report: Renewable energy growth falls short of climate goal
Deployment of new wind and solar power plants needs to be drastically ramped up by the end of the decade to meet the world's climate goals, the International Renewable Energy Agency said Tuesday.
Mar 28, 2023
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Engineers design solar roofs to harvest energy for greenhouses
As countries around the globe seek sustainable energy sources and the U.S. endeavors to become a net-zero emissions economy by 2050, renewable energy sources such as solar panels are in high demand.
Mar 6, 2023
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