What Happens to Solar Panels After They Die?
Solar panels have become one of the most recognizable symbols of clean energy.
They sit on rooftops, cover large solar farms and generate electricity from...
Hidden Battery Flaw Could Be Quietly Shortening the Life of Future Electric Cars
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular every year, and better batteries are a big part of making them more affordable and practical.
One of the...
How Next‑Generation Photovoltaics Could Contribute to Electricity Storage
Due to the falling price and manageable size of silicon solar cells, the sight of solar panels on household rooftops has become familiar.
However, solar...
New Nuclear Battery Could Deliver Power for More Than 50 Years Without Recharging
Imagine a tiny power source that can keep working for more than 50 years without ever needing to be recharged or replaced.
Researchers in South...
Your Morning Coffee Waste Could Become Clean Fuel
Every day, millions of people throw away used coffee grounds without giving them a second thought.
But new research suggests this common kitchen waste could...
Why lithium ions suddenly move 10,000 times faster in next-generation battery materials
Scientists have uncovered an important secret about how lithium ions travel through a promising new type of battery material, a discovery that could help...
Scientists find way to produce hydrogen peroxide without electricity
Hydrogen peroxide is a common chemical found in hospitals, factories and laboratories around the world.
It is used to disinfect medical equipment, make paper, clean...
Scientists create tiny water-powered motor that spins without electricity or magnets
Scientists have discovered a surprisingly simple way to make tiny objects spin without using electricity, magnets, chemicals or even direct contact.
Instead, the new technique...
Elephant-inspired cement tiles could keep buildings cooler without using electricity
Researchers have created a new type of cement tile inspired by elephant skin that could help buildings stay cooler without relying on air conditioning.
The...
New solar cells keep 97% efficiency after 2,000 hours of extreme stress
Solar panels often have to deal with shade from trees, clouds, buildings, or even birds.
While this may seem like a minor inconvenience, partial shading...