Supercharged magnetic swirls could make future computers fast and energy-efficient
Ever find your laptop getting hot when you're using it? That's because computers need a lot of energy to work.
They use something called "electrons"...
Scientists find new way to make hydrogen fuel cells more efficient and eco-friendlier
Ever heard of hydrogen fuel cells?
They're a game-changer because they offer a clean way to generate electricity. Unlike batteries that run out and need...
How mixing two types of solar panels makes them better and tougher
Solar power is great for the environment, but there's a limit to how much energy traditional solar cells can produce.
That's why scientists are always...
A game-changer in battery recycling: How scientists are making it easier to reuse lithium
Have you ever thought about what happens to your phone's battery once it's worn out?
Or what about the batteries in electric cars?
These are all...
How special bacteria make electricity from wastewater
Imagine turning waste water into electricity! Sounds like science fiction, right?
But scientists from EPFL (a fancy science school in Switzerland) have done just that.
They...
From old solar panels to new batteries: scientists turn trash into treasure
Wouldn't it be awesome if we could take something old and make it brand new again?
That's exactly what scientists from Nanyang Technological University in...
New discovery could make super batteries that last longer and cost less
Have you ever wished your phone or electric car's battery could last longer or be cheaper?
Well, scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne...
New battery design can store energy from wind or solar farms efficiently
Why Batteries Matter for Renewable Energy
Imagine your home being powered entirely by renewable energy like wind and solar power. Sounds great, but there's a...
Scientists make flexible solar panels more powerful
Solar panels are amazing.
They take sunlight and turn it into electricity, which we can use for all kinds of things like powering our homes.
But...
How scientists cracked the hydrogen fuel mystery for cleaner energy
Have you ever heard of hydrogen spillover?
If you're interested in clean energy, this term may be crucial for you.
Hydrogen is a gas that can...