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How RMIT’s BIPV Enabler is Paving the Way for Integrated Solar Solutions

How RMIT’s BIPV Enabler is Paving the Way for Integrated Solar Solutions

RMIT University has created a tool that could make the development of building-integrated photovoltaics more accessible and tenable. This article…


tech insights Oct 26, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Is a Nuclear Fusion Power Grid in America’s Future?

Is a Nuclear Fusion Power Grid in America’s Future?

In a move toward carbon-free energy generation in the next decade, the Department of Energy is investing $46 million in designs for nuclear fusion.…


Energy Island of the Future: Offshore Wind Uses HVDC, HVAC

Energy Island of the Future: Offshore Wind Uses HVDC, HVAC

A futuristic energy island concept in the North Sea aims to be the central connection hub for offshore wind farms in Europe.


News Oct 23, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Can Drivetrain Design Updates Improve Wind Turbine Efficiency?

Can Drivetrain Design Updates Improve Wind Turbine Efficiency?

Drivetrains for wind turbines use outdated technology that can’t meet demand. NREL and GE examined proposed designs for drivetrains that could…


tech insights Oct 18, 2023 by Zac Amos
Study Spots Gaps in Renewable Energy Transition Modeling

Study Spots Gaps in Renewable Energy Transition Modeling

A German study details how innovation, upscaling, and granular technology adoption have contributed to the last decade’s steep drops in solar and…


Modernizing Models for Advanced Grid Technology

Modernizing Models for Advanced Grid Technology

Experts say energy system models urgently need improvements to include emerging renewable energy technology and energy storage systems.


Offshore Wind Projects See Funding, Research and Cancellations

Offshore Wind Projects See Funding, Research and Cancellations

From advanced floating offshore wind technology to canceled projects, there’s plenty of news to cover in the offshore wind market.


News Oct 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Unlocking the Secrets of Turbulence To Mitigate Its Impact on Turbines

Unlocking the Secrets of Turbulence To Mitigate Its Impact on Turbines

A research team took an analytic approach to learn more about turbulence and its impact on wind turbines. 


tech insights Oct 13, 2023 by Jake Hertz
A Deep Dive Into NERC’s Revised Rules for Inverter-Based Resources

A Deep Dive Into NERC’s Revised Rules for Inverter-Based Resources

This article explores the far-reaching implications of these changes on generation, transmission, and distribution systems, as well as the…


tech insights Oct 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Bridging the Gap Between Field and Lab for Perovskite Solar Cells

Bridging the Gap Between Field and Lab for Perovskite Solar Cells

As solar technology hits commercial markets, the need for reliable research on solar cell performance grows. A research team at the U.S. Department…


Is Production of Perovskite-Silicon Solar Cells Scalable?

Is Production of Perovskite-Silicon Solar Cells Scalable?

Research highlights design and material considerations for manufacturing high-efficiency perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells at scale. Here’s…


Floating Offshore Wind Farms Show Growing Potential

Floating Offshore Wind Farms Show Growing Potential

A new study thoroughly examining floating offshore wind turbine design benefits and drawbacks will help engineers looking to improve offshore wind…


Engineering Bioelectric Bacteria to Produce Renewable Energy

Engineering Bioelectric Bacteria to Produce Renewable Energy

Researchers were able to bioengineer E. coli to more efficiently produce electricity, making the modified E. coli capable of processing wastewater…


How the Energy Mix Impacts Hydrogen’s Sustainability for Aviation

How the Energy Mix Impacts Hydrogen’s Sustainability for Aviation

The value of hydrogen as a sustainable aviation fuel depends on the weight of renewables in the electric grid. Using Chicago’s O’Hare…


News Oct 04, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Maximizing Coal Resources by Recycling Byproducts and Reducing Waste

Maximizing Coal Resources by Recycling Byproducts and Reducing Waste

Coal still fuels over a third of the world’s electricity. Reusing coal ash and repurposing coal waste can boost the benefits of a fossil fuel…


Using Water to Achieve Lower-Emission Energy Infrastructure

Using Water to Achieve Lower-Emission Energy Infrastructure

A research team at Johns Hopkins is developing a water-based method for the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide that will reduce harmful…


The Hope and Hype for Hydrogen Part II

The Hope and Hype for Hydrogen Part II

Is all the zero-carbon hype over hydrogen justified, or is it simply a distraction?


Tandem Solar Cells Are Breaking Records

Tandem Solar Cells Are Breaking Records

Breakthroughs in tandem solar cell technology are making solar generation more efficient and adaptable for multiple uses


Powering the Red Planet: Solar Energy Innovations for Mars Exploration

Powering the Red Planet: Solar Energy Innovations for Mars Exploration

Exploring Mars is no small undertaking and is fraught with challenges. This article will examine how solar energy supports exploration on Mars. 


Offshore Wind Needs Major HVDC Transmission Expansion

Offshore Wind Needs Major HVDC Transmission Expansion

A federal plan sets near- and mid-term goals for expanding transmission infrastructure along the Atlantic coast, including an interregional network…


News Sep 26, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell