Multivalent Metals – Potential Game Changer for Lithium Ion Batteries
As we develop more advanced mobile technology, as well as electric vehicles, batteries become increasingly important to our society. Lithium-ion batteries are currently the...
Stretchable Solar Cells That Can be Washed and Worn
Recent studies are developing small energy-harvesting devices that can make them applicable in wearable medical devices and sensors. Previous attempts have been made to...
Improvements are being made to Samsung Electric Car Batteries…slowly
The batteries are some of the most important components of electric vehicles.
They dictate the final price of the car, as well as its maximum...
Next-Gen Hydrogen Fuel Cells Could Use Graphene-Wrapped Nanocrystals
Scientists at the Berkeley National Laboratory have developed a mix of metal nanocrystals wrapped in graphene that may be a huge step in storing...
Renewable Microgrids Improving Lives in Developing Countries
Renewable microgrids, small-scale power systems with their own renewable energy resources, allow electrification to communities that are less likely be connected to central grids.
The...
Air Pollution in India Cuts Solar Power Output Over 25%
A study conducted by Indian and American researchers measured for the first time the effect of smog and dust deposition on the efficiency of...
Moth Eye Inspired Nanostructure Reduces Reflectivity of Solar Cells
Researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) recently found a new technology alternative to anti-reflection coatings in order to address the desire in solar...
Tesla Commits to Build Largest Lithium Ion Battery Ever In Australia
When Elon Musk takes on a project, he doesn't mess about.
World's first 100% electric car brand?
Now it's one the worlds largest car companies when...
Wind Power Cost vs Fossil Fuels: Who Just Won?
For a very long time people have been stuck using fuels that have some serious drawbacks.
Coal is dreadful; mining it is dangerous, burning it...
China Launches World’s Largest Floating Solar Power Plant, Surpasses US
When Jimmy Carter installed solar panels on the roof of the White House, solar technology wasn't in any position to displace fossil fuels. But...
