Russian invasion catalyst for renewables in Ukraine: minister By Isabel MALSANG Paris (AFP) Feb 16, 2024 The wartime destruction of its coalmines and several of its power plants are proving a catalyst for Ukraine’s renewable energy transition, said the country’s Energy Minister German Galushchenko. Ukraine is also looking to replace some of its lost nuclear energy production, he added. The minister said moves towards wind and solar power,

Europe Invests in Thermal Energy Storage Innovation by Robert Schreiber Berlin, Germany (SPX) Feb 09, 2024 An ambitious international research endeavor, spearheaded by the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU), is set to revolutionize seasonal thermal energy storage technologies. Titled “INTERSTORES,” this project is at the forefront of designing and integrating novel storage systems into our energy infrastructure, marking a significant step forward in the energy transition movement.

Space reflectors could ensure bright future for solar power farms by Sophie Jenkins Glasgow UK (SPX) Feb 06, 2024 Researchers at the University of Glasgow have taken a significant step forward in the quest for sustainable energy solutions with their latest study on the potential of orbiting solar reflectors. Published in the journal Acta Astronautica, their research unveils a pioneering method to augment the energy output of large-scale

NUS develops perovskite nanocrystal scintillators for precise single-proton detection by Simon Mansfield Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 02, 2024 In a significant leap forward for particle radiation detection technology, researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have introduced an innovative transmissive thin scintillator crafted from perovskite nanocrystals. This novel device is engineered for the real-time tracking and counting of single protons, marking a considerable advancement in the field

Bipartisan bill addressing lithium-ion battery fires awaits congressional action by Dana Forsythe Washington DC (UPI) Jan 29, 2024 With electric bikes growing in popularity, poorly manufactured lithium-ion batteries and electronics have led to a spate of fires. New congressional legislation aims to fix the problem. With bipartisan support, members of the House and Senate, including U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., hope to implement safety standards for manufacturing the

Innovative chiral molecule strategy boosts perovskite solar cell efficiency by Simon Mansfield Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 29, 2024 In the dynamic world of solar energy, metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have recently marked a significant milestone, with their power conversion efficiency (PCE) reaching an impressive 26.1%, inching closer to the efficiency levels of traditional crystalline silicon cells. This achievement is particularly notable given the relatively

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