Scientists developed advanced high-energy sodium-ion batteries
The large consumption of non-renewable resources has pushed the current fossil-fuel-based economy to be at serious risk. One solution is to use renewable energy...
Solar PV panels coupled with lead-acid batteries can strongly increase electricity self-sufficiency
Nowadays, more and more people use solar PV panels and energy storage systems at home to support household electricity use. This is in line...
A novel method of battery pack inconsistency and state-of-charge estimation
The lithium-ion battery has been widely used in distribution energy system and electric vehicles as its features of high density, long cycle, low self-discharge...
How to use Li-ion batteries safely
More and more people are using electric vehicles and green energy sources (solar, wind or geothermal heat) nowadays. These techniques can help solve the...
Scientists develop a new catalyst to enhance Li-air battery function
Lithium-air battery, Li-air battery for short, is a renewable energy source. It is considered to play an important role in energy storage to meet...
Turning greenhouse gas into car batteries: a new technique developed by scientists
Greenhouse gas, such as carbon dioxide (CO2), is the fundamental cause of the greenhouse effect. Greenhouse effect can rise global temperature, cause destructive floods,...
Sugar alcohols: the new possible way to store solar and wind energy
As renewable energy is more and more important in the world energy supply, how to effectively store the energy is a critical issue.
Recently, scientists...
Scientists find a new way to produce metals, which can reduce energy use and...
Traditionally, metals are produced via heat. In a high temperature, metals like silver, iron, copper, and other base metals are produced from their ores.
Metal...
Wind energy costs may decrease by 40% in 2030, say wind energy experts
Renewable energy, such as solar and wind energy, has become more and more important in the global energy supply. However, its long-term contribution depends on...
Are householders happy to pay for someone else’s solar system?
Many governments world-wide have established financial incentives to promote the take-up of residential solar (photovoltaic) energy systems. These incentive programs have seen increased numbers...