Hyundai Motor Group is moving to commercialise its automatic charging robot (ACR) for electric vehicles through a strategic collaboration with Incheon International Airport Corporation. The latter will serve as the first public demonstration site for real-world application and user testing. Hyundai will supply the robotics hardware and software, develop smart
Based on the the heat pump-organic rankine cycle, scientists in Portugal have created six different models of Carnot batteries for stationary storage. They investigated 16 different combinations of working fluids and created a multi-objective optimization for the best candidate. May 23, 2025 Lior Kahana Researchers from Portugal’s University of Coimbra
In today's fast-paced digital environment, reliable connectivity is essential for businesses and individuals alike. Telecom backup batteries play a crucial role in ensuring that communication networks remain operational during power outages and other disruptions. Below, we highlight some of the top telecom backup battery providers that are making significant strides
UK Government May Raise 'Luxury Tax' Threshold to Boost Electric Vehicle Sales In a notable shift toward promoting sustainable transportation, the UK government is considering raising the threshold for a 'luxury tax' on electric vehicles (EVs). This initiative aims to encourage the adoption of EVs among consumers and enhance the
A recent online discussion on gravity storage brought the usual suspects out of the woodwork. Proponents of heavy fluid pumped hydro reared their sludgy heads this time. Follow along for why this is a silly idea, as all gravity storage options that aren’t pushing water uphill turn out to be.
In July 2024, Mozambique's Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy (MIREME) initiated a significant tender for the development of decentralized solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS). This initiative, funded by a grant from the German government through the KfW Development Bank, is part of the Global Energy
The cost of electric vehicle battery packs has fallen to $132 per kWh – continuing decades of cost improvements. However, it might go up over the next year as increased material prices are catching up to incremental cost improvements. Price per kWh is the metric used to track the
Genesis has unveiled the facelift of the Electrified G80. With extensive revisions, the flagship of the Genesis electric portfolio will be rolling onto UK roads from June 2025. The most important new features include a longer wheelbase and a higher battery capacity for more range. Hyundai’s luxury subsidiary brand
Under its PM E-Drive scheme, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) plans to deploy about 72,000 public charging stations nationwide. It will install them along 50 national highway corridors, enabling electric cars, buses, and commercial vehicles to cover significantly longer distances. MHI wants the new public charging stations in high-density
Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV), established in 2016, is a prominent investment firm dedicated to financing, launching, and scaling companies that aim to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions across the global economy. With over $3.5 billion in committed capital, BEV has invested in more than 110 companies, ranging from seed to growth
Join Cormac Gilligan, Associate Director of Clean Energy Technology at S&P Global Commodity Insights, and Marian Willuhn, Senior Editor, pv magazine, as they walk through the halls of The Smarter E Europe 2025 in Munich, exploring the latest trends in the power electronics field. In this video, Cormac shares insights
I have been thinking about the idea that some people propose that the United States and a few other countries which emit greenhouse gases in high amounts should pay reparations to people in undeveloped countries. It really feels like a horrible idea, but I have been thinking about it anyway.
Streamlining NEM Connections for Generators and BESS: AEMO’s Strategic Initiative The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) plays a pivotal role in managing the National Electricity Market (NEM) and is dedicated to ensuring a stable, efficient, and secure electricity supply across Australia. Recognizing the urgent need for greater integration of renewable
As we reported in March, the new generation of hopefuls like the UK’s Volklec and Norway’s Elinor Batteries are hoping to learn from the mistakes of past incumbents like Northvolt by partnering with Chinese companies from the outset and scaling at a much slower pace. The European market has faced
Introduction The commercial shipping industry has long been a cornerstone of global trade, but it is increasingly facing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint. As regulations become stricter and the demand for sustainable practices grows, marine battery systems are emerging as a transformative solution. This article explores the rise of
Finnish startup Polar Night Energy and local Finnish utility Vatajankoski have together built the world’s first commercial sand-based, high-temperature heat storage system that can be powered by solar and wind. Sand-filled energy storage in Finland Polar Night Energy’s heat storage system is a 23-foot-tall steel container filled with 100 tons
In July 2022, UK-based battery startup Nyobolt secured £50 million (approximately $59 million) in Series B funding to accelerate the development of ultra-fast-charging electric vehicle (EV) batteries. (businessinsider.com) This investment was led by H.C. Starck Tungsten Powders, a subsidiary of Masan High-Tech Materials, a leading global tungsten supplier. The funding
Volvo Trucks has announced plans to unveil its electric truck for long-distance haulage in the second quarter of 2026 – roughly a year from now. However, the manufacturer has already released the first images and key specifications, including details on the battery and the vehicle’s fast-charging capability. It was previously
