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An innovative new gravity storage system with an “elevator” style building design is a viable solution to global grid-scale energy storage.
Nuclear fusion record broken by UK scientists
In a major breakthrough, scientists have demonstrated sustained nuclear fusion energy, providing hope for future large-scale projects.
Taking the next step to renewable energy products
Shifting away from fossil fuels to renewable energy products will not only help address harmful emissions, but unwanted chemical exposure.
Creating millions of liters of aviation fuel from captured CO2
A German start-up has developed a method to convert captured carbon and hydrogen into a range of sustainable fuels.
Solar cells created with a single sheet of paper
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Self-repairing electronics on the horizon
Through a happy accident, researchers have identified a new self-repairing electronic material that could make sci-fi dreams a reality.
Oldest air conditioning system in the world could help meet sustainable development goals
Evaporative cooling systems use a fraction of the energy and could be used together with conventional air conditioners to tackle energy demands.
Getting renewable methanol on the high seas
Advances in sustainable, methanol-based fuels bring us a step closer to carbon neutral shipping.
Battery boost found by mimicking the wonders of bamboo
New membrane inspired from bamboo allows researchers to create new 2D material for better ion transport in batteries.
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