Sahara dust clouds Europe’s solar power future, study finds
As Europe shifts more and more toward solar energy to meet climate goals and reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, an unexpected problem is...
Tiny nuclear battery could power devices for decades without recharging
A team of researchers in South Korea has developed a new type of tiny nuclear battery that could power devices for years—or even decades—without...
Some bus stop shelters may actually make you hotter, study finds
Waiting at a bus stop on a hot summer day can be uncomfortable, even dangerous.
While shelters are meant to protect riders from the heat,...
New ultra-thin coating could make solar panels much more efficient
A team of scientists has developed a powerful new coating that could make solar panels much better at capturing sunlight—and it’s so thin, it’s...
Scientists use AI to speed up the search for better batteries
In the fight against climate change, scientists are working hard to develop better and cleaner energy solutions.
One of the most promising technologies is the...
Scientists develop new technique to make fusion power plants safer and last longer
As countries race to build the first working nuclear fusion power plants, engineers at the University of Surrey have made an important discovery that...
Scientists create a carbon-free way to produce nickel for batteries and steel
As the world works to fight climate change, cutting carbon emissions from heavy industry is just as important as cleaning up transportation.
Nickel, a metal...
Waste to watts: How cone-shaped carbon could power the future of batteries
As electric vehicles and renewable energy systems become more common, the world is searching for better, more affordable, and environmentally friendly battery options.
A new...
Used EV batteries could power vehicles, houses or even towns if their manufacturers share...
Around the world, more and more electric vehicles are hitting the road. Last year, more than 17 million battery-electric and hybrid vehicles were sold.
Early...
Scientists solve longstanding mystery in turning carbon dioxide into fuel
For decades, scientists have dreamed of turning carbon dioxide—the gas responsible for much of climate change—into useful fuels and chemicals.
A key part of that...