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First-ever graphene circuit generates limitless power from thermal motion
Physicists have successfully developed a circuit capable of capturing graphene's thermal motion and converting it into an electrical current
Joseph Shavit
Oct 5, 2022


Groundbreaking thermoelectric device converts wasted heat to electricity
A new flexible thermoelectric generator can wrap around pipes and other hot surfaces and convert wasted heat into electricity.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 25, 2022


Heat and cool your house using only the power of humidity
With energy prices rising rapidly, a new startup could have the answer - technology that harnesses energy from fluctuations in humidity.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 2, 2022


Near-invisible solar cells have a 1000x greater power conversion efficiency
Solar panels often get a bad rap for spoiling the appearance of homes and businesses. Yet, this may be about to change.
Joseph Shavit
Aug 21, 2022


Burning woody biomass in coal power plants could reduce carbon emissions
According to a new study by researchers at the University of Georgia, replacing coal in power plants with biomass reduces carbon emissions.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 29, 2022


1.2 billion year old groundwater can teach us about life on other planets
Researchers have discovered 1.2-billion-year-old groundwater deep in a gold- and uranium-producing mine in Moab Khotsong, South Africa.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 8, 2022


Unlocking the million-year energy source below our feet
There’s an abandoned coal power plant in upstate New York that most people regard as a useless relic.Paul Woskov sees things differently.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 1, 2022


Biobatteries use bacteria to generate power for weeks
Researchers have developed a “plug-and-play” biobattery that lasts for weeks and can be stacked to improve output voltage and current.
Joshua Shavit
Jun 26, 2022


Innovative ink coating can power wearable devices via heat
Researchers at KTH report that they are closing in on a way to replace batteries for wearables and low-power applications in the IoT.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 17, 2022


Invisible, machine-washable, solar cell technology for clothing
Researchers developed a method of adhering solar cells to textiles in a way that makes them resistant to machine-washing.
Joseph Shavit
May 20, 2022


Wind and solar could replace coal power in Texas
Texas can be a model for the nation on how to effectively replace coal with wind and solar for the state’s energy needs.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


New process converts air pollution into useful products
UC chemical engineers are developing new processes to convert carbon dioxide into useful products using tandem electrodes.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 19, 2022


A breakthrough once described as impossible brings a fusion energy device closer to realization
Scientists have achieved a remarkable breakthrough in the design of twisty stellarators and their ability to hold fusion fuel together
Joseph Shavit
Feb 16, 2022


Nuclear power may be the key to least-cost, zero-emission electricity systems
Nuclear power generation can play a crucial role in helping the world reach a key goal of zero carbon emissions by the middle of the century
Joseph Shavit
Feb 15, 2022


Electrifying trains can deliver zero-emissions and save billions in health costs
Berkeley Lab study shows how battery-electric trains can deliver environmental justice, cost-savings, and resilience to the U.S.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 25, 2021


Can electric cars help strengthen electrical grids?
Should electric vehicle (EV) owners be able to sell the surplus electricity they generate back to their local grids?
Joseph Shavit
Nov 10, 2021


Power lights in a room simply by walking on energy generating wooden floors
Researchers from Switzerland are tapping into an unexpected energy source right under our feet: wooden floorings.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 4, 2021
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