A cool new way to refine crude oil could cut global emissions
Turning crude oil into useful fuels like gasoline, diesel, and heating oil currently requires a lot of energy.
In fact, this process—called fractionation—accounts for about...
Japan could power 85% of its electricity with rooftops and EVs, study finds
A new study from Tohoku University has found that Japan could meet 85% of its electricity needs using just rooftop solar panels and electric...
New intercrystals could power greener electronics and future quantum devices
Scientists at Rutgers University have discovered a brand-new type of material—called intercrystals—that could lead to major advances in electronics, from energy-efficient devices to the...
New metal fleeces could supercharge electric car batteries
A team of scientists in Germany has discovered a clever way to make batteries more powerful, cheaper to produce, and faster to charge—all thanks...
Simple ingredient swap makes solar cells last longer—and cheaper to produce
Perovskite solar cells are one of the most exciting new technologies in renewable energy.
They’re just as efficient as traditional silicon-based solar panels but much...
Electric trucks are set to beat diesel on cost—and sooner than you think
Electric trucks are on track to become cheaper than diesel trucks over their lifetime, and new research shows this tipping point is arriving much...
Say goodbye to pricey solar batteries—This new water battery is a game-changer
Engineers in Australia have created a new type of water-based battery that could make it easier and cheaper for households to store energy from...
New ultra-thin material could boost efficiency of next-gen solar panels
Researchers at UNIST (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology) have made a significant leap in solar technology by developing a new thin-film material...
New perovskite design brings solar cells closer to stability and efficiency
Researchers at Cornell University have made a breakthrough in solar cell technology, developing a new type of perovskite material that is both highly efficient...
New way to turn saltwater into drinking water—No electricity required!
A team of engineers from Rice University has developed an innovative desalination system that could change the way fresh water is produced in off-grid...