Researchers from the Middle East have simulated a novel PV thermal module which includes a thermoelectric generator above the absorber layer, conical helical tape in the cooling tube and a ferrofluid. These technologies reportedly contributed to increased PV efficiency and thermal efficiency by 2.12% and 23.34%, respectively. May 20,

Last Updated on: 10th November 2023, 06:40 pm Rick Perry, the former Governor of Texas and former Secretary of the Department of Energy, told Fox News in an interview that we need base load power. He believes we need base load power because it is what we use when we

As always, a healthy dose of skepticism is important when it comes to an alleged “battery breakthrough”. Those announcements are being made every 2-3 months over the last decade and rarely anything comes to it, but at least we can always rely on the 5-8% annual incremental improvements in li-ion battery capacity.

VW CEO Denies Plans for Giant Electric Vehicle Battery Factory In a recent statement, Volkswagen (VW) CEO Herbert Diess addressed the automotive industry's ongoing discussions surrounding electric vehicle (EV) battery production. Contrary to speculation, Diess asserted that the company has no immediate plans to establish a massive battery factory. Context

The agreement will see Rio Tinto acquire a 49.99 per cent stake in Salar de Maricunga SpA, through which Codelco holds its licences and mining concessions on the Maricunga salt flat. It will provide an initial investment of $350m towards studies and resource analysis in order to inform a final

The Swedish furniture giant began offering air-to-water heat pumps distributed by Svea Solar and manufactured by Sweden-based Aira. May 20, 2025 Emiliano Bellini Swedish furniture provider Ikea announced it began offering new air-to-water heat pumps in Germany in partnership with Sweden-based PV company Svea Solar. “Sustainable living should be accessible

Kinchbus Expands Fleet with 21 Electric Yutong Buses In a significant move towards sustainability and reducing environmental impact, Kinchbus has recently announced the addition of 21 electric Yutong buses to its fleet. This expansion marks a pivotal moment in the company's commitment to enhancing green transportation options in the region

    The only things we have to give up are killing people and wrecking the environment. Okay, let’s start with a list of the things we would really like to have for energy and the climate in the year 2050. For many CleanTechnica readers, the list of things we

Profitable production of electric vehicles is highly important. Our capitalist society revolves around profitability and therefore, if electric vehicles are to prevail over gas-powered cars, they need to be profitable to manufacture in mass. A new study published this month by McKinsey & Company and embedded below looks into how automakers

Introduction In an increasingly unpredictable world, safety must remain a priority in both residential and commercial environments. One critical element that enhances safety during emergencies is the emergency lighting battery pack. These vital devices provide illumination when conventional lighting fails, ensuring safe evacuation and reducing panic. The Importance of Emergency

Brazil is at a pivotal juncture in its energy landscape, facing a critical decision that will shape its future energy strategy. The nation must choose between continuing to invest in traditional, costly thermal power plants or embracing modern, flexible, and sustainable solutions like Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This choice

  The recently announced closure of Northvolt’s battery cell production in Skellefteå, Sweden—set to cease by 30 June 2025—has sparked renewed scrutiny over the company’s future projects. Adding to the speculation, the German Der Spiegel reported that one of Northvolt’s German subsidiaries, Northvolt Germany TopCo GmbH, has allegedly initiated restructuring

Chinese battery giant CATL surged 12.55% on its Hong Kong trading debut after raising HKD 35.6 billion ($4.6 billion), marking the world’s largest listing in 2025. The offering drew strong demand from strategic and cornerstone investors, boosting CATL’s market capitalization to HKD 1.34 trillion. May 20, 2025 Vincent Shaw Contemporary

There were a couple of interesting developments in June in regards to electric power. One was that NextEra Energy issued its Investor Conference Report 2022 to its stockholders. Another was a paper from Stanford University, “Low-cost solutions to global warming, air pollution, and energy insecurity for 145 countries,” (LCS study) by

US Trucking Lobby Group Ignores Battery & EV Charging Improvements in Congress The transportation sector is undergoing a significant transformation as electric vehicle (EV) technology gains traction. In the United States, policy changes aim to support this transition, particularly for the trucking industry. However, the primary lobby group representing U.S.

A new Li-ion battery technology developed by the US Army has piqued the interest of Jeff Dahn, Tesla’s main battery research partner. In the latest issue of the journal Nature, the CCDC Army Research Laboratory (ARL), which is an element of the U.S. Army, released a study demonstrating a new

  The new application window is set to be open on May between 5PM and 6PM local time – that’s just a one-hour long window to join a virtual waiting room. If potential applicants are in the queue by 6PM, they’ll be selected at random to access a limited number