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Energy from Dirt? Scientists Create Reliable Soil-Based Battery

Energy from Dirt? Scientists Create Reliable Soil-Based Battery

Northwestern University researchers developed an optimized “dirt battery” that reliably powers sensors across all soil conditions, making it a…


Deep Pockets, Deep Wells: The Push for Geothermal

Deep Pockets, Deep Wells: The Push for Geothermal

Funding, lithium extraction, and mine-water heating projects could signal growing, worldwide momentum for geothermal energy.


Solar Manufacturing Can Cut Carbon Emissions With 3 Changes

Solar Manufacturing Can Cut Carbon Emissions With 3 Changes

Analysis shows that choices in location, grid mix, and cell technology shifts shape the environmental footprint of next-generation photovoltaics.


tech insights Feb 24, 2026 by Luke James
Reports: Energy Transition + Data Centers = Opportunity

Reports: Energy Transition + Data Centers = Opportunity

Two reports compiled by Ducker Carlisle indicate abundant opportunities for electrical engineers, manufacturers, and distributors in the coming…


Machine Learning Detects and Prevents Grid Cyberattacks

Machine Learning Detects and Prevents Grid Cyberattacks

A study found that machine learning, dynamic cryptography, and forensic analysis can harden industrial control systems against sophisticated…


tech insights Oct 14, 2025 by Luke James
Demand for Energy Efficiency Fuels Heat Pump Growth

Demand for Energy Efficiency Fuels Heat Pump Growth

A BCC Research report revealed that heat pumps are drawing interest as a critical solution for energy-saving next-generation heating and cooling.


Aluminum Contamination Blocks Efficient Battery Recycling

Aluminum Contamination Blocks Efficient Battery Recycling

Researchers have discovered that aluminum contamination during conventional recycling processes inhibits critical metal recovery.


tech insights Aug 08, 2025 by Luke James
Fertilizer Demand Could Kickstart Green Hydrogen Production

Fertilizer Demand Could Kickstart Green Hydrogen Production

Green fertilizer mandates and supply- and demand-side policies could accelerate the commercialization of carbon-free hydrogen production, according…


Report Finds 72% of BESS Defects Occur at System Level

Report Finds 72% of BESS Defects Occur at System Level

Clean Energy Associates’ audit of battery energy storage systems recommends better quality control in battery energy storage system manufacturing…


What Do Data Center Pros Want for Efficient Operations?

What Do Data Center Pros Want for Efficient Operations?

ZincFive’s new report reveals data center trends in meeting challenges in power density, backup power, scalability, and sustainability.


Solar, EV Batteries, and Lithium Extraction Heat Up

Solar, EV Batteries, and Lithium Extraction Heat Up

Energy research has progressed using machine learning to improve photovoltaic performance, waste heat harvesting, self-repairing EV batteries, and…


Oil and Water Don’t Mix, Except in EV Battery Recycling

Oil and Water Don’t Mix, Except in EV Battery Recycling

Researchers have used ultrasound to stabilize an oil-water mixture to extract valuable metals from used lithium-ion batteries.


Can GaN Solve AI Data Center Power Needs in 2025?

Can GaN Solve AI Data Center Power Needs in 2025?

Gallium nitride’s market is expected to expand in AI data centers, electric vehicles, and other high-power needs.


tech insights Feb 14, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Bonus Battery Material Found in Rice Waste

Bonus Battery Material Found in Rice Waste

Hard carbon in rice hull ash can be upcycled for higher-capacity battery materials.


2024 Set the Stage for 2025 Data Center Energy Storage Innovation

2024 Set the Stage for 2025 Data Center Energy Storage Innovation

The momentum in data center energy storage innovations will continue into 2025.


tech insights Jan 23, 2025 by Jake Hertz
3 Alternatives: Energy Storage Options Move Beyond Lithium

3 Alternatives: Energy Storage Options Move Beyond Lithium

Alternate materials could provide cheaper, more sustainable, and longer-lasting batteries


tech insights Jan 22, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Full Potential: Is 2025 the Year for GaN?

Full Potential: Is 2025 the Year for GaN?

Tech giants like Intel and Infineon unveiled significant developments in gallium nitride technology in 2024.


tech insights Jan 22, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Thermal Batteries Heat Up in 2025

Thermal Batteries Heat Up in 2025

Thermal batteries could replace conventional batteries in storing renewable energy.


tech insights Jan 17, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Engineering Jobs Expected to Grow in All Sectors in 2025

Engineering Jobs Expected to Grow in All Sectors in 2025

Power engineers remain in high demand in 2025, with openings in conventional and cutting-edge technologies.


Will EVs Flourish or Flounder in the Next 4 Years?

Will EVs Flourish or Flounder in the Next 4 Years?

Part 2 of this three-part series evaluates how policy changes in Washington, D.C., could affect electric vehicle technology and supply chains.