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Siemens Gamesa to deploy world’s most powerful wind turbine in Denmark
Details about the project remain scant, and there is no information on what power rating is the turbine manufacturer aiming for
US largest wind project to field 3.6MW turbines powering 3 million people
The project will provide clean energy to three million Americans while also adding $20 billion of economic activity.
Samsung and Tesla merge as power couple to transform home energy
Samsung’s SmartThings Energy integration with Tesla’s technology will offer real-time monitoring and control for a smarter, more efficient household.
World’s first: Scientists aim to drill heart of volcano for unlimited power
Icelandic researchers and scientists are on a mission to transform the renewable energy landscape by delving into the heart of a volcano.
China pioneers in transforming EVs into mobile batteries
China is taking a new innovation to trial. The country plans to convert electric vehicles into mobile batteries for the grid. Learn how EVs could power homes and offices.
Renewable energy facilities: A new threat to birds?
A new study has revealed a surprising source of bird mortality: the increasing use of wind and solar energy facilities.
Bat species activity declines 80% in dense habitat due to wind turbines
A new study sheds light on the adverse effects of wind turbines on bat species and their habitats.
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Spain’s renewable energy generation breaks new ground in 2023
The country’s renewable energy share reaches a record high of 50.4%.
Top 7 energy technology stories of 2023 – Interesting Engineering
From rare Earth element transforming battery technology to Blue Origin claiming to unlock ‘unlimited solar power,’ we witnessed some of the most astounding energy innovations this year.
Solar panels transform Dutch cycling paths into green energy corridors
These photovoltaic panels seamlessly adhere to existing surfaces like roads, bicycle paths, and parking lots, eliminating the need for extensive civil engineering projects.
World’s first Generation IV nuclear reactor gets operational in China
The reactor uses tiny balls of fuel and heats gas to generate electricity. It’s reportedly a cleaner, safer way to use nuclear power.
Gemini telescope aims zero CO2 emission by 2027, half-powered by solar
NOIRLab is focused on lowering carbon emissions through measures such as minimizing air travel, implementing solar panels, and more.
New York installs first offshore wind-turbine to power 70,000 homes
Over a 25-year period, the project will remove up to 6 million tons of carbon emissions, which is the same as removing 60,000 cars from the road each year.
Abu Dhabi debuts the world’s largest single-site solar power plant
The plant hosts 4 million bi-facial solar panels and is estimated to provide enough power to power nearly 200,000 households.
These electrically charged rocks provide efficient energy storage
The system stores thermal energy by heating or cooling rocks with air, offering a cost-effective solution for clean electricity – supporting the green energy shift.
The SolarEV City Concept: Key to net zero emissions by 2050
A team of researchers explored the possibility of combining rooftop photovoltaics (PVs) with electric vehicles (EVs) as a strategy to provide clean, cost-effective, and dependable electricity in urban settings.
Novel AI-powered solar panels offer 88% energy efficiency
The model can help improve solar output and motor efficiency by an extra 10 percent compared to real-world conditions.