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October 18, 2024
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Bright future for solar panels and screens with new nanocrystal research



Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Curtin University researchers have made a significant discovery that could enhance everyday technology, from TV screens to solar panels and medical diagnostics. The study, led by Associate Professor Guohua Jia, revealed how to increase the number of molecules, known as ligands, that adhere to zinc sulfide nanocrystals by manipulating the shape of these tiny particles. Associate Professor Jia from Curtin's School of Molecular and Life Sciences explained that ligands are essential for influencing th ... read more

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Computer simulations offer new insights into enhancing solar cell materials
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have made progress in understanding halide perovskites, a promising class of materials for solar cells. These materials could serve as an ... more
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A high-energy-density Mars battery designed for long-term missions
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 30, 2024
The extreme environmental conditions on Mars, with its 95.32% carbon dioxide atmosphere and significant temperature fluctuations, pose major challenges for energy storage systems on the planet. To o ... more
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Study shows how water systems can drive renewable energy adoption
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 30, 2024
New research led by Stanford University highlights how water systems, such as desalination plants and wastewater treatment facilities, could contribute to making renewable energy more accessible and ... more
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Fire breaks out at Chinese battery giant CATL plant
Beijing (AFP) Sept 29, 2024
A fire broke out Sunday at a factory belonging to Chinese battery giant CATL, which supplies electric vehicle makers including Tesla, but only a "relatively small" impact on operations is expected, the company said. ... more
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Philippines' Marcos opens first EV battery plant
Manila (AFP) Sept 30, 2024
President Ferdinand Marcos inaugurated on Monday the first factory for electric vehicle batteries in the Philippines, calling it the "future" of clean energy. ... more
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Advances in femtosecond laser micromachining of halide perovskites
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 25, 2024
Halide perovskite materials are increasingly recognized for their potential in fields such as information storage, lasers, anti-counterfeiting, and planar lenses, thanks to their unique optoelectron ... more
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Study highlights improved efficiency for hot carrier solar cells
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 25, 2024
Hot carrier solar cells, first proposed decades ago, have been a key focus for surpassing the Shockley - Queisser efficiency limit in single-junction solar cells. Despite their theoretical advantage ... more
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Spain aims for 81 percent green electricity by 2030
Madrid (AFP) Sept 24, 2024
Spain on Tuesday adopted a target for 81 percent of its electricity to come from renewable sources by 2030 to meet its climate goals. ... more

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Belgian team wins S.Africa's 'most extreme' solar car race
Cape Town (AFP) Sept 20, 2024
A team of Belgian students and engineers on Friday won a solar-powered car race in South Africa widely considered the most challenging for testing the technology. ... more
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Second life of lithium-ion batteries may propel future space missions
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Sep 19, 2024
Lithium-ion battery usage worldwide has doubled in the past four years, contributing to a growing volume of hazardous battery waste. This rise underscores the urgent need for more effective recyclin ... more
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Folded or cut, this lithium-sulfur battery keeps powering devices
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 19, 2024
Most rechargeable batteries that power portable devices, such as toys, handheld vacuums and e-bikes, use lithium-ion technology. But these batteries can have short lifetimes and may catch fire when ... more
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University of Michigan develops efficient system for converting CO2 into ethylene
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 19, 2024
Researchers at the University of Michigan have made a significant advancement toward creating sustainable fuels by developing an artificial photosynthesis system that efficiently chains carbon atoms ... more
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Lyten's lithium-sulfur batteries to be tested on ISS
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 18, 2024
Lyten, a leader in supermaterial applications and lithium-sulfur battery technology, has announced that its rechargeable lithium-sulfur battery cells have been selected for testing aboard the Intern ... more
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Solar on track for another record year: report
Paris (AFP) Sept 18, 2024
The solar industry is due to grow by nearly a third in 2024, beating forecasts as it adds 593 gigawatts of additional capacity, the majority of them in China, according to a report released on Thursday by the Ember think tank. ... more
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Airbus to Provide Over 200 Sparkwing Solar Arrays for MDA AURORA Satellites
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 18, 2024
Airbus has been selected by MDA Space Ltd. (TSX:MDA), a global leader in advanced space technology and services, to supply solar arrays for its MDA AURORA TM software-defined satellite product line. ... more
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JinkoSolar sets sights on expanding operations across Africa
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 18, 2024
JinkoSolar, the leading global producer of solar panels by shipment volume, is moving forward with plans to expand its presence in Africa, focusing on both solar energy and energy storage markets. ... more
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Solar and Farming Can Work Together
London, UK (SPX) Sep 17, 2024
Researchers at Swansea University have developed a new tool to help find the best photovoltaic (PV) materials to support both solar energy generation and crop growth. In a new study published ... more
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How solar power is keeping one California community alive as the ground shifts
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 17, 2024
The cliffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula have always been stunning, offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. But beneath the natural beauty of Portuguese Bend, a slow and terrifying force is at ... more
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World's strongest battery could enable lightweight, energy-efficient vehicles
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Sep 15, 2024
Building vehicles or electronics with materials that serve as both batteries and structural components could significantly reduce weight and energy consumption. A research group at Chalmers Universi ... more
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Molecular adjustments boost efficiency of organic solar cells
Osaka, Japan (SPX) Sep 15, 2024
Organic solar cells (OSCs) offer a promising alternative to traditional inorganic solar cells, thanks to features such as tunable chemistry that allow scientists to precisely alter their properties ... more
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New defect passivation strategy enhances efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Sep 15, 2024
Solar energy continues to be a critical component in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Over time, solar cells have seen substantial advancements, making ... more
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Turning seawater into fresh water using solar-powered technology'
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 15, 2024
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed an innovative and energy-efficient desalination device that converts seawater into drinkable water by utilizing solar power. The device lever ... more
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USTC Achieves New Record in Perovskite Solar Cell Efficiency
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 17, 2024
A research team led by Prof. XU Jixian from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has set a new global standard for solar cell technology. As of July 3rd, the Solar Cell Efficienc ... more
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Argonne to lead National Energy Storage Research Hub
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 05, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Argonne National Laboratory to lead the newly established Energy Storage Research Alliance (ESRA), a national hub focused on advancing energy storage ... more
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UN's Guterres says China-Africa ties can drive 'renewable energy revolution'
Beijing (AFP) Sept 5, 2024
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told African leaders Thursday that expanding ties between China and the continent could "drive the renewable energy revolution". ... more
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AI-powered process unveils chemical keys for solar energy advancements
Chicago IL (SPX) Sep 01, 2024
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative tool in research, yet its inability to explain its decision-making process-often referred to as the "AI black box"-poses a significant challen ... more
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Custom innovations for fault detection in renewable power grids
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 01, 2024
As renewable energy sources like solar panels and wind generators become more integral to tomorrow's power grids, new innovations in fault detection are essential. NJIT Associate Professor Joshua Ta ... more
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Researchers discover a surprising way to jump-start battery performance
Stanford CA (SPX) Sep 01, 2024
A lithium-ion battery's very first charge is more momentous than it sounds. It determines how well and how long the battery will work from then on - in particular, how many cycles of charging and di ... more
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Major Qatari plant to double solar capacity by 2030: minister
Doha (AFP) Sept 1, 2024
A large new solar plant planned in Qatar will double the Gulf emirate's previously projected renewable energy capacity by 2030, Qatari Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi announced on Sunday. ... more
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Satellite Data Enhances Understanding of Solar Power Generation in Asia Pacific
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Aug 30, 2024
Amid the ongoing energy crisis and the growing threat of climate change, the need to harness renewable energy sources has become increasingly urgent. Solar energy, in particular, is emerging as a le ... more
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NASA's Europa Clipper Equipped with Massive Solar Arrays for Jupiter Mission
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 30, 2024
NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft, the largest ever built for planetary exploration, has been fitted with a set of gigantic solar arrays at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These arrays, each mea ... more
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