Energy

Scientists Create Next-Gen Rechargeable Batteries from Crab Shells

Crab, shrimps, and lobster are some of the most delicious types of seafood, but their tough shells are usually thrown away as food waste from restaurants. But instead of just throwing them away, researchers from…

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Newly Discovered Enzyme That Turns Air into Electricity

In a revolutionary discovery, scientists have found a way to make energy out of thin air. Researchers from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia have discovered a new bacterial enzyme that can turn air into electrical…

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Inspired by Zebra Stripes, Researchers Develop a Smart Wearable Source of Electricity

While the color of zebras has always confused humans, who often wonder if zebras are black with white stripes or white with black stripes, scientists have also long wondered why zebras wear striped coats. Recently, it was found that…

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Unplug Your Appliance Before You Go, Energy Experts Recommend

Soaring household energy costs have been a winter nightmare in the US. The figure reportedly jumped by nearly 36%, reaching a 10-year high. In a wake of rising energy bill, energy experts suggest that consumers…

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Why Carbon Neutral Architecture is a Feat Worth Pursuing

The push for sustainability is affecting every industry — and real estate is no exception. As a result, the design movement of carbon-neutral architecture has taken off in the last ten years. By implementing carbon-neutral…

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Amazon Funds the World’s First Offshore Wind Seaweed Farm

E-commerce giant Amazon is putting significant funds into the world’s first commercial-scale seaweed farm. Located between offshore wind turbines in the Netherlands, this project has the potential to achieve a lot of great things. This…

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The Benefits of Pleated Air Filters for Home HVAC Systems

If you have a pleated air filter in your home HVAC system, you’re already on the right track when it comes to improving your indoor air quality. But what are the other benefits of using…

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South AUSTRALIA: A Plan for World’s LARGEST H2 Power Plant

The South Australian government recently announced the plan for building a record 250 MW hydrogen electrolyzer, which is 10 times larger than any currently operating one in the world. The electrolyzer will produce hydrogen from…

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In a UK Lab: Weather Simulations for Future Houses

From wintry conditions to rain and sunlight – a mega-Lab located in Salford, United Kingdom (UK) can recreate and generate different weather conditions in order to test the energy-efficient house of the future. The project…

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Study Finds That Renewable Energy is More Economical than Coal in the US

The quest for a complete transition to renewables is not simply a matter of efficiency. It is also a serious financial consideration. According to a recent study, renewable energy is now significantly undercutting coal. To…

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