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Beam Me Up: Using Plasma To Cool Electronics in Space

Beam Me Up: Using Plasma To Cool Electronics in Space

Researchers have discovered a way to cool spacecraft electronics using a cooling effect caused by high-energy plasmas.


Tesla Level 2 Charger Teardown

Tesla Level 2 Charger Teardown

A teardown by Munro & Associates provides a peek inside the Tesla Level 2 Wall Connector Charger and hints at potential danger. 


EPRI Program Helps Utilities Plan for EV Expansion

EPRI Program Helps Utilities Plan for EV Expansion

Utilities, fleet operators, automakers, and federal agencies are teaming up to prepare the grid for an influx of electric vehicle charging…


News Aug 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
DOE’s Latest Funding Supports Energy Infrastructure, Building Technology

DOE’s Latest Funding Supports Energy Infrastructure, Building Technology

The U.S. Department of Energy will invest $107 million in four projects focusing on the nation’s energy infrastructure and building technologies.…


News Aug 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Open-Source Platform Simulates Energy Transition Strategies for Rail Infrastructure

Open-Source Platform Simulates Energy Transition Strategies for Rail Infrastructure

An open-source modeling tool, ALTRIOS, helps rail companies assess decarbonization options and optimize the rollout of energy-efficient…


News Aug 21, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Nikola Electric Truck Fire Likely Due to Battery Pack Leak

Nikola Electric Truck Fire Likely Due to Battery Pack Leak

Nikola Motors has issued a voluntary recall for 209 of its Class 8 Tre battery electric vehicles as a precautionary measure following the findings…


News Aug 21, 2023 by Mike Falter
Researchers Discover a Path Toward More Efficient Batteries

Researchers Discover a Path Toward More Efficient Batteries

​​​​​​​The University of Pennsylvania research team developed a high-quality single-crystal layer of niobium-titanium oxide, but the…


tech insights Aug 21, 2023 by Jake Hertz
GaN-Based Server Power Reference Platform Drives Efficiency in AI, Edge Computing 

GaN-Based Server Power Reference Platform Drives Efficiency in AI, Edge Computing 

Navitas Semiconductor has released the GaN CRPS185 3,200 W Titanium Plus server power reference platform designed to bring efficiency and high…


new products Aug 20, 2023 by Mike Falter
Ultra-High-Power Lithium-Ion Battery for Aviation and Electric Vehicles

Ultra-High-Power Lithium-Ion Battery for Aviation and Electric Vehicles

Amprius Technologies has announced the company’s latest high-performance battery solution, an ultra-high-power lithium-ion battery for…


new products Aug 19, 2023 by Mike Falter
Battery Energy Storage System Offers Higher Power Density, Lower Installation Costs

Battery Energy Storage System Offers Higher Power Density, Lower Installation Costs

The Honeywell Ionic battery energy storage system uses a modular design to provide higher power density, reduced installation costs, and better…


new products Aug 19, 2023 by Mike Falter
Membrane Contactors for Efficient Ocean Carbon Capture

Membrane Contactors for Efficient Ocean Carbon Capture

Direct ocean carbon capture is an emerging concept in negative emissions technologies. It helps mitigate the damaging effects of carbon dioxide…


Demand for Solar PV Recycling Rises As Parts Head to Landfills

Demand for Solar PV Recycling Rises As Parts Head to Landfills

As solar adoption continues to rise and discarded parts hit landfills, cumulative solar panel waste presents a dual challenge and opportunity. 


State of the Industry: The Evolution of US Energy Jobs and Salaries

State of the Industry: The Evolution of US Energy Jobs and Salaries

The growth of renewables promises a robust job market for engineers and technicians.


EV Charging Future: Xendee Report Highlights Challenges, Solutions

EV Charging Future: Xendee Report Highlights Challenges, Solutions

A recent report delves into the challenges facing commercial EV charging. Xendee CTO and Co-Founder Michael Stadler offers EE Power readers a…


tech insights Aug 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz
San Diego Jumpstarts Microgrid Projects to Boost Resilience

San Diego Jumpstarts Microgrid Projects to Boost Resilience

A 25-year deal between the City of San Diego and Shell New Energies promises a long-term commitment to solar microgrid projects. 


News Aug 17, 2023 by Claire Turvill
Maine Looks To Secure 3 GW of Offshore Wind With New Procurement Plan

Maine Looks To Secure 3 GW of Offshore Wind With New Procurement Plan

Maine has passed new legislation to advance its offshore wind development, aiming to procure 3 gigawatts by 2040.


News Aug 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
After 14 Years, Nuclear Reactor Online in Georgia

After 14 Years, Nuclear Reactor Online in Georgia

After 14 years of construction, the third nuclear reactor unit at Georgia’s Plant Vogtle has finally started delivering power to customers.…


News Aug 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
New Partnership to Accelerate GaN Adoption in Chinese EV Market

New Partnership to Accelerate GaN Adoption in Chinese EV Market

GaN Systems has announced a partnership with ACEpower, a leading developer of power supply and EV charging solutions for the Chinese market, to…


News Aug 15, 2023 by Mike Falter
Worth the Watts? A Closer Look at the Energy Footprint of NFTs

Worth the Watts? A Closer Look at the Energy Footprint of NFTs

Can NFT power consumption emissions be eliminated using excess renewable energy?


Using Quantum Computing for Grid Optimization

Using Quantum Computing for Grid Optimization

As the options for energy generation continue to grow, so does the complexity of power grids, and classic computers are struggling to keep up.…