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January 21, 2025
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China installs record amount of renewable energy in 2024, data shows



Beijing (AFP) Jan 21, 2025
China installed a record amount of renewable energy last year, data from the National Energy Administration (NEA) showed on Tuesday. The country is the world's biggest emitter of the greenhouse gases scientists say drive global warming and climate change. Beijing has committed to bring carbon emissions to a peak by 2030 and to net zero by 2060. China, the world's second-largest economy, added around 277 gigawatts (GW) of solar power last year, an increase from the 217 GW added from the previ ... read more

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Unlocking the potential of lithium-sulfur batteries
Lemont IL (SPX) Jan 14, 2025
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are an integral part of society, from cellphones and laptops to electric vehicles. While Li-ion batteries have been a major success to date, scientists worldwide are r ... more
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Floating solar panels could advance US energy goals
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 15, 2025
Federal reservoirs have the potential to significantly contribute to meeting the country's solar energy needs, according to a recent study published in Solar Energy. Geospatial scientists Evan ... more
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Biophotovoltaics: a step forward in sustainable energy technology
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 14, 2025
In an important study published in Environmental Science and Ecotechnology, researchers have unveiled new insights into biophotovoltaic (BPV) systems. These advanced systems integrate photosynthetic ... more
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China battery giant CATL's Hong Kong listing plan gathers steam
Hong Kong (AFP) Jan 14, 2025
Chinese electric vehicle battery giant CATL is pushing ahead with plans to list in Hong Kong, with banks reportedly vying for a deal expected to raise at least $5 billion. ... more
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Light flexible and radiation resistant organic solar cells for space
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 13, 2025
Radiation tests suggest that carbon-based organic solar cells could surpass traditional silicon and gallium arsenide cells in efficiency and durability for space applications, according to a Univers ... more
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New method boosts efficiency and longevity of organic solar cells
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Jan 10, 2025
Researchers from Abo Akademi University in Finland have uncovered and addressed a previously unknown loss mechanism in organic solar cells, significantly improving their efficiency and operational l ... more
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Research explores wildfire smoke's effect on solar power generation across US
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 10, 2025
New findings from Colorado State University reveal that while wildfire smoke increasingly blankets vast areas of the United States, its impact on long-term solar power generation remains relatively ... more
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At CES, AI-powered garbage trucks reduce battery fire risk
Las Vegas (AFP) Jan 10, 2025
From laptops to EVs, lithium-ion batteries have fueled phenomenal growth in the 21st century, but businesses struggle with a significant downside: increased fire risk. ... more

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Green battery discovery turns trash into treasure
Evanston IL (SPX) Jan 10, 2025
The batteries used in our phones, devices and even cars rely on metals like lithium and cobalt, sourced through intensive and invasive mining. As more products begin to depend on battery-based energ ... more
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New lithium-sulfur battery will fully charge in 12 minutes for over 1000 cycles
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 07, 2025
The research team led by Professor Jong-sung Yu from the DGIST Department of Energy Science and Engineering has introduced a significant advancement in lithium-sulfur battery technology. Using a nov ... more
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Shedding light on solar farm impacts in deserts through energy meteorology
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 06, 2025
Utility-scale solar farms, often deployed in desert habitats, are a cost-effective way to generate power compared to rooftop solar panels. However, these large installations interact with sensitive ... more
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University of Maryland to develop renewable energy systems for ocean monitoring systems
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 03, 2025
University of Maryland researcher Stephanie Lansing has been awarded $7.8 million from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to spearhead the development of a biologically powered en ... more
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Unveiling the impact of climate-driven low solar and wind energy events in China
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 03, 2025
A groundbreaking study spearheaded by Dr. Yue Qin and Dr. Tong Zhu from Peking University has offered critical insights into the spatiotemporal dynamics and underlying causes of compound low-solar-l ... more
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Solar powered self-charging supercapacitors introduced in Korea
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 01, 2025
A collaborative research effort led by Jeongmin Kim, Senior Researcher at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST), and Damin Lee, Researcher at Kyungpook National University' ... more
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A call for collaboration in solar energy meteorology research
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 01, 2025
Solar energy has become a leading renewable energy source, renowned for its efficiency and cost-effectiveness in reducing dependency on fossil fuels. However, optimizing solar energy production pres ... more
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'Capture the oxygen' strategy boosts lithium-ion battery lifespan
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 27, 2024
A team of researchers from POSTECH, led by Professor Jihyun Hong of the Department of Battery Engineering and Dr. Gukhyun Lim, has unveiled a key method to extend the durability of lithium-rich laye ... more
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University of Houston scientists solving meteorological mysteries on Mars
Houston TX (SPX) Dec 26, 2024
A groundbreaking achievement by scientists at the University of Houston is changing our understanding of climate and weather on Mars and providing critical insights into Earth's atmospheric processe ... more
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Buried interface engineering drives advances in tin-lead perovskite solar cell efficiency
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Dec 26, 2024
A team led by Prof. Meng Li from Henan University's School of Nanoscience and Materials Engineering has unveiled an innovative approach to overcoming stability and efficiency challenges in tin-lead ... more
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New solar material advances green hydrogen production
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Dec 26, 2024
Researchers in nano-scale chemistry have made a significant stride in advancing the sustainable and efficient production of hydrogen from water using solar energy. A collaborative internationa ... more
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Pioneering advancements in solid-state battery technology for energy storage
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 23, 2024
Recent strides in solid-state battery technology are setting the stage for a transformative era in energy storage. These advancements hold promise for revolutionizing electric vehicles and renewable ... more
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Breakthrough new material brings affordable, sustainable future within grasp
Houston TX (SPX) Dec 23, 2024
While lithium-ion batteries have been the go-to technology for everything from smartphones and laptops to electric cars, there are growing concerns about the future because lithium is relatively sca ... more
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Anger as Amsterdam allows 'ugly' solar panels on historic canal houses
Amsterdam (AFP) Dec 18, 2024
Amsterdam's world-famous canalside houses will soon be allowed to have visible solar panels on their roofs, much to the dismay of local heritage groups, who say they will be an eyesore. ... more
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Training solar panels to adapt to wind conditions
Paris, France (SPX) Dec 18, 2024
Solar energy continues to lead the renewable energy revolution, with solar photovoltaic power plants serving as a key technology in achieving global NetZero Emissions by 2050. These plants convert s ... more
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DR Congo sues Apple over alleged illegal mineral exploitation
Paris (AFP) Dec 17, 2024
DR Congo on Tuesday filed a criminal case against European subsidiaries of tech giant Apple, accusing them of illegally using "blood minerals" in its supply chain. ... more
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Japan to make renewables top power source by 2040
Tokyo (AFP) Dec 17, 2024
Japan wants renewables to be its top power source by 2040 in its push to become carbon neutral by mid-century, under government plans unveiled on Tuesday. ... more
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Solar-powered plasma technology boosts seed germination sustainability
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 16, 2024
Seed aging poses a significant challenge for agricultural industries and seed banks, often leading to reduced germination rates and weaker seedling growth. This issue not only impacts economic stabi ... more
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Porous silicon oxide electrodes advance sustainable energy storage solutions
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 16, 2024
Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are indispensable in modern devices, from smartphones to electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Yet, challenges such as limited durability and the use of toxic ... more
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UCF researcher receives $3.8 million grant to develop a solar energy storage system
Orlando FL (SPX) Dec 16, 2024
Solar energy may be abundant in the hot and muggy climate of Florida, but it can be intermittent during inclement weather and inconsistent during the night or peak usage. To keep the power gri ... more
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SFU report calls for Canada to prioritize large-scale solar power projects
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 16, 2024
Canada should accelerate its transition to green energy by focusing on large utility-scale solar projects, according to a new report from Simon Fraser University's Clean Energy Research Group (CERG) ... more
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Existing EV batteries may last significantly longer under real-world conditions
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 13, 2024
Electric vehicle (EV) batteries subjected to typical real-world driving scenarios-such as heavy traffic, urban commutes, and long highway trips-could last up to 40% longer than previously projected, ... more
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Burned rice hull ash offers sustainable boost to battery performance
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 10, 2024
Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered that ash from burned rice hulls contains a unique form of carbon capable of nearly doubling the energy density of lithium-ion and sodium-ion ... more
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