renewable energy
09/23/2018
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By Janine Acero
One step closer to decentralized renewable energy? New magnetic floating flywheels may provide the storage solution
The use of alternative energy sources has become increasingly important as energy costs have been rising and fossil fuels such as coal and gas have contributed greatly to environmental pollution. One solution is to save energy from wind turbines and solar cells; however, to store energy when sunlight and wind are not available can be […]
09/21/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Researchers demonstrate efficient solar energy storage in a chemical liquid
One of the big challenges for solar energy systems is finding an efficient and cost-effective means of storing excess electricity that can be supplied whenever and wherever it is needed, instead of being limited to daytime. An article in Chalmers Chemistry and Chemical Engineering News stated that the latest version of a Swedish-designed, liquid-based energy […]
09/16/2018
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By Edsel Cook
An international team attempts to gain a better understanding of fusion reactors
Researchers from around the world have come to the university town of Greifswald, Germany to run tests on one of the biggest and most complex fusion reactors ever built. Their latest experiment campaign could help speed up the predicted timetable for practical fusion power, an article in Science Daily stated. The Wendelstein 7-X stellarator is […]
08/21/2018
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By David Williams
Solar-powered car that can go for months on track to arrive by 2019
If you take a look at some of the latest headlines under the Technology or Future categories in any prominent news publication, you’ll find that any mention of futuristic cars will mostly be filled with all sorts of buzzwords. All-electric, self-driving, and driverless are among those most commonly used, to name a few. But there’s […]
08/18/2018
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By Edsel Cook
“The potential is huge!” say researchers who were able to develop advanced biofuels using only existing power plants
A decade’s worth of studies on biomass gasification has finally delivered “huge” results for Swedish researchers. In a Science Daily article, they announced breakthroughs in conversion technology that would let countries like Sweden produce large amounts of renewable fuels without the need to build expensive new power plants. Chalmers University of Technology (Chalmers) energy expert […]
08/12/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
“Magic” alloy will allow solar cells to capture near-infrared light
A team of researchers from the University of Michigan has taken the next step in solar energy technology. Specifically, they’ve developed a new semiconductor alloy that can capture near-infrared light. In addition to being easier and cheaper to manufacture, ScienceDaily.com reported that the semiconductor alloy is also compatible with the semiconductors utilized in concentrator photovoltaics. […]
08/08/2018
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By David Williams
Researchers create first rechargeable proton battery in effort to find more environmentally-friendly energy storage
As the world becomes more reliant on batteries to power all sorts of gadgets and machinery, there will come a time when existing solutions just won’t be enough anymore. Someday, the need for alternative energy storage solutions will become a major problem. And when that day arrives, it will be good to have a properly […]
06/21/2018
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By Edsel Cook
New nanoscale coating for solar cells able to absorb 20 percent more sunlight
You may have heard of whispering galleries like the National Statuary Hall in the Capitol Building, where you can hear what’s being said on the other side of the half-dome. Maryland researchers created a nanoscale coating that traps light in a similar way, an article in Science Daily states. When applied on a solar cell, the […]
06/15/2018
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By Edsel Cook
A solar-powered unmanned aerial vehicle that can fly to remote areas to be used by the military by 2019
The U.K. military is working on a new drone that is completely powered by solar energy. A Daily Star article reported that the new electric aircraft recharges its batteries during the day so it can keep flying at night, allowing it to fly nonstop for an entire year before finally landing for maintenance. The PHASA-35 unmanned aerial […]
06/08/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Researchers develop organic solar cell patches that are so thin they can be heat-printed onto shirts
In a few year’s time, you could be wearing an efficient solar cell on your clothes that is just as thin, light, and flexible as a T-shirt design. In a report from The Mainichi, a Japanese research team recent showcased a new ultra-thin organic photovoltaic (OPV) cell that can be heat-printed onto fabric. The new […]
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