Energy Secretary Granholm: Biden administration not ‘tapping brakes" on EVs
Granholm's comments come after thousands of car dealerships last month urged President Joe Biden to reconsider the EPA's proposed limits on vehicle tailpipe pollution for 2027-32 model-year cars and light trucks.,.....»»
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The discovery of new turbulence transition in fusion plasmas
Fusion energy is released when two light nuclei combine to form a single heavier one (nuclear fusion reaction). Fusion energy-based power generation (fusion power plant) uses the energy generated when deuterium and tritium combine to form helium......»»
The impact of carbon impurities on the quality of gallium nitride crystals
The wide availability of light-emitting devices (LEDs) for consumer use has led to a dramatic decrease in the cost of lighting our homes and other buildings. This is owing to the much higher efficiency of LEDs in converting electrical energy into lig.....»»
Compressed titanium and sulfur nanoribbons can transmit electricity without energy loss, scientists find
When compressed, nanoribbons of titanium and sulfur can change properties dramatically, turning into materials with the ability to conduct electricity without losing energy, according to a study published in the journal Nano Letters......»»
Wind farms, key to clean-energy efforts, threaten birds and bats: Developers urged to plan for wildlife
Terry Husted lives in DeWitt County, a major pathway for migrating birds in central Illinois. After a company submitted plans to construct a wind farm in his area, Husted said he grew worried about the potential for collisions......»»
Forvia CEO raises questions about Mexico, citing high inflation and missing trucks
Mexico is becoming more difficult to do business in as security concerns persist and labor and energy costs rise, Forvia CEO Patrick Koller said......»»
Quantum chemistry and simulation help characterize coordination complex of elusive element 61
When element 61, also known as promethium, was first isolated by scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory in 1945, it completed the series of chemical elements known as lanthanides. However, aspects of the element's exac.....»»
6 new features freshen up Rivian"s 2025 R1T pickup, R1S crossover
While the exterior of Rivian's consumer vehicles stays mostly the same, the 2025 model year has new premium interiors, an energy-saving heat pump and more powerful onboard computer......»»
Researchers track greenhouse gas emissions in Chinese value chains with an interprovincial input–output model
China's economy has shifted from a stage of high growth to a stage of high-quality development, and the establishment of a dual-carbon target requires profound changes in the industrial structure and energy systems, as well as finding the right direc.....»»
Unveiling novel energy phenomena from light exposure on layered materials
Research groups from the University of Tsukuba and the University of Rennes have discovered a novel phenomenon in which a nested structure of carbon nanotubes enveloped in boron nitride nanotubes facilitates a unique electron escape route when expose.....»»
How Much Energy Would It Take to Pull Carbon Dioxide out of the Air?
A physicist runs the math on direct air capture and warns: This tech won't save us from climate catastrophe......»»
Schooling fish expend less energy in turbulent water compared to solitary swimmers, study finds
Swimming through turbulent water is easier for schooling fish compared to solitary swimmers, according to a study published June 6 in the open-access journal PLOS Biology by Yangfan Zhang of Harvard University, Massachusetts, US, and colleagues......»»
5 new features freshen up Rivian"s 2025 R1T pickup, R1S crossover
While the exterior of Rivian's consumer vehicles stays mostly the same, the 2025 model year has new premium interiors, an energy-saving heat pump and more powerful onboard computer......»»
Opinion: Yes, carbon capture and storage is controversial—but it"s going to be crucial
Renewable energy sources such as wind and solar are vital tools to help us make cuts to the 36 billion tons of greenhouse gases we emit each year......»»
Molecules derived from sea sponge show promising effects in cancer, mitochondrial function
A groundbreaking study led by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology in collaboration with Dominican University of California explores how small molecules derived from sea sponges affect energy production in mitochondria and details their remark.....»»
A cracking discovery: Eggshell waste can recover rare earth elements needed for green energy
A collaborative team of researchers has made a cracking discovery with the potential to make a significant impact in the sustainable recovery of rare earth elements (REEs), which are in increasing demand for use in green energy technologies. The team.....»»
Safer, cheaper, more flexible battery invented for wearable tech
Researchers have developed a safer, cheaper, better performing and more flexible battery option for wearable devices. A paper describing the "recipe" for their new battery type was published in the journal Nano Research Energy on June 3......»»
AI-powered jet origin identification technology opens new horizons in high-energy physics research
A research team in China has initiated and successfully developed a jet origin identification technology which can significantly enhance the scientific discovery capabilities of high-energy collider experiments......»»
Key U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin encourages industry to sue Treasury over EV tax credits
Manchin told U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen that U.S. manufacturers were being damaged by the content rules, which he said Treasury had halved from the original language in the law......»»
Get 20% off the Amazon Smart Thermostat and save money and energy this summer
As of June 4, the Amazon Smart Thermostat is on sale for 20% off at Amazon, saving you $16. SAVE $16: Today, you can shop the Amazon Smart Thermostat for $63.99, down from $79.99, at Amazon. That's 20% off......»»
New recycling method makes solar cells even more environmentally friendly
All the major elements in a solar panel can be reclaimed using less energy. Enlarge / All these pieces more or less pop apart after a brief chemical treatment. (credit: Israel Sebastian.) For years, the arguments against.....»»