A new type of power station in London will turn oil and fat, which accumulate in the sewers under the city streets, into electricity.
The station will be located in Beckton, east London, and it will generate enough electricity to...
According to a report by the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization insects can provide all needed nutrients and proteins to undernourished children.
The report, which was presented at a news conference in Rome, states that insects are not only a...
A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science earlier this week revealed that deforestation in tropical regions will lead to a reduction in hydroenergy output.
Scientists explain that rainforests, especially in the Amazon basin, Central Africa...
It's all good news for Tesla Motors these days. Production of the Tesla Model S is in full swing, stock prices are trending upwards and, perhaps best of all, it's profitable!
Another feather in Tesla Motors' cap comes up after...
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This fall, Volvo will unveil a new line of engines that offer better fuel economy without sacrificing performance.
As concerns over vehicle emissions continue to rise and regulations become more strict, increasing fuel economy is at the forefront of addressing...
As if putting their very first flying car through its paces was not enough, Terrafugia have recently revealed plans to build a hybrid flying car – the first of its kind in the world. The flying car would be...
For years, scientists have been trying to harness the energy of photosynthesis since plants themselves are the perfect solar technology. Plants use photosynthesis to produce energy at nearly 100% efficiency.
Researchers at the University of Georgia have been able to...
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Energy is all around us, but harvesting it remains an issue if we are going to really clean up our act. Nanotech solar cells promise to harvest energy more efficiently and turn it into something we can use.
We've talked...
The main way to reduce vehicle emissions is to reduce fuel consumption. Typically, reducing fuel consumption requires reducing engine size and power, which isn't very attractive to buyers.
Admittedly, it is difficult to reduce engine size without impacting power too...
Of all the fuel economy regulations, possibly in the world, those of California are the most strict, which is why electric vehicles like the Tesla Model S and Fiat 500e are such a great idea.
CEOs of regular automobile...
