Stellantis has reached a significant milestone in electric vehicle development by initiating the first North American road tests of a solid-state battery integrated into a Dodge Charger. Developed in partnership with Factorial Energy, this technology utilizes Factorial Electrolyte System Technology (FEST) to replace traditional liquid electrolytes with a semi-solid hybrid. This advancement promises substantial improvements […]
Europe has established itself as the world’s leading region for inverter manufacturing outside of China, with total capacity now exceeding 100GW. This milestone, highlighted by PV Tech Market Research, places Europe ahead of the APAC region, the United States, and India. Driven by strategic policy shifts and the Net-Zero Industry Act, the region is successfully […]
Researchers at Western University in Canada have successfully demonstrated a foam-backed floating photovoltaic (FPV) system capable of operating in freezing conditions. Tested in an Ontario stormwater pond, the array generated 7.7 megawatt-hours of electricity over one year, outperforming standard floating solar models by approximately 2.7 percent. By utilizing flexible solar panels mounted on waterproof foam […]
The debate between battery-electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles centers on how they store and utilize energy, rather than a fundamental difference in propulsion, as both rely on electric motors. While both technologies offer zero tailpipe emissions, battery-electric vehicles are significantly more efficient, converting over 70 percent of electricity to wheel power. In contrast, the […]
Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde and his team at Studio Roosegaarde are merging high-level engineering with artistic vision to address urban environmental challenges. By utilizing light, algorithms, and biotechnology, the studio develops large-scale structures designed to actively clean city air and improve infrastructure. Their work moves beyond theoretical discussions of sustainability, focusing instead on practical, innovative […]
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a sustainable and cost-effective method for direct air capture by repurposing liquid protein waste from tofu and dairy production. By transforming these leftovers into porous, sponge-like beads infused with potassium hydroxide, the team created a material capable of absorbing CO2 from ambient air and converting it into baking soda. […]
The industrial firm Twelve has officially launched AirPlant One, a pioneering commercial facility in Moses Lake, Washington, dedicated to producing E-Jet fuel. By utilizing a process that combines captured carbon dioxide, water, and renewable electricity, the plant manufactures sustainable aviation fuel without the need for crude oil or agricultural crops. This innovative approach allows for […]
Starting July 1, Slovenia will implement a new energy-sharing framework, allowing households and businesses to distribute surplus electricity from photovoltaic plants to other meters in real time. Enabled by recent legislative updates, this system moves beyond previous collective models, granting individual prosumers the flexibility to redirect energy every 15 minutes. By utilizing smart meters, participants […]
Chaowei Group, a key supplier for Chery Automotive, has officially launched mass production at its new sodium-ion battery facility in Anqing. The project, representing a 517.65 million USD investment, aims to provide affordable, high-performance power solutions for electric vehicles, particularly those requiring reliable low-temperature operation. With an initial annual capacity of 2GWh, the plant is […]
The San Joaquin kit fox, an endangered species facing severe habitat loss in central California, has found an unexpected sanctuary within the confines of a large-scale solar farm. While these industrial sites were originally designed solely for energy production, researchers discovered that the infrastructure provides essential protection for the foxes. By offering shelter from predators […]
