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Machine Learning Could Enable Automated Microreactor Control

Machine Learning Could Enable Automated Microreactor Control

A reinforcement learning framework might pave the way for autonomous nuclear reactors in remote or mobile applications.


tech insights Jul 11, 2025 by Luke James
Tin and Carbon May Create Safer Solid-State Batteries

Tin and Carbon May Create Safer Solid-State Batteries

A tin-carbon buffer layer shows promising results for suppressing dendrite growth in solid-state lithium-metal batteries.


tech insights Jul 02, 2025 by Luke James
Data Center Surge Drives Short-Term Energy Demand

Data Center Surge Drives Short-Term Energy Demand

As data center expansion skyrockets, U.S. power needs will exceed previous forecasts.


Can Better Engineering Fix Solar and Storage Risks?

Can Better Engineering Fix Solar and Storage Risks?

A Solar Risk Assessment report identifies faults in solar and battery storage and explains how engineers can address them early.


Can This Battery Tech Help EVs Travel 3,000 Miles per Charge?

Can This Battery Tech Help EVs Travel 3,000 Miles per Charge?

South Korean researchers have developed a battery tech that dramatically improves energy density and could enable electric vehicles to travel up to…


tech insights Jun 23, 2025 by Luke James
Carbon-Capture ‘Mars’ Batteries Move Closer to Reality

Carbon-Capture ‘Mars’ Batteries Move Closer to Reality

Scientists boosted lithium-carbon dioxide batteries’ performance and life cycle, showing promise for use on Mars and Earth.


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…


Machine Learning Is Rewiring the Power Grid

Machine Learning Is Rewiring the Power Grid

How is machine learning improving renewable energy and grid management? A survey of use cases in energy systems sheds some light.


Future Planning: Handling the Accelerating Energy Demand

Future Planning: Handling the Accelerating Energy Demand

Energy demand is facing unprecedented growth, and generation resources are changing. How can energy leaders handle the increase and plan for an…


Solar Efficiency: Perovskite, With a Side of Salt

Solar Efficiency: Perovskite, With a Side of Salt

Researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory say salt could be the solution to creating better perovskite solar cells.


Battery Research Could Lead to EV Performance, Longevity

Battery Research Could Lead to EV Performance, Longevity

The findings aim to prolong battery lifespan to support the rise of battery-driven products and electric vehicles.


tech insights May 14, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Powering Lunar Life With Moon Dust Solar Panels

Powering Lunar Life With Moon Dust Solar Panels

Scientists say it’s possible for lunar astronauts to make solar panels using dust from the lunar surface. The panels could power a future moon…


Energy Users Open to Solar, EVs, and TOU Management

Energy Users Open to Solar, EVs, and TOU Management

A survey of energy customers could give utilities insights into grid management needs and long-term planning.


Finding the ‘Hidden Revenues’ of Renewable Energy Systems

Finding the ‘Hidden Revenues’ of Renewable Energy Systems

Using a reliable efficiency index, researchers discovered that smart grids with renewable sources can save energy and costs.


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.


Do Water Facilities Have Untapped Energy Storage Potential?

Do Water Facilities Have Untapped Energy Storage Potential?

Stanford research suggests water facilities could add grid flexibility as grid-scale energy storage technologies.


tech insights Apr 22, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Cold-Weather EV Battery Design Charges 500% Faster

Cold-Weather EV Battery Design Charges 500% Faster

U-M engineers developed an electric battery upgrade that charges significantly faster in cold weather and could extend driving range.


Seawater Battery Innovation: Thicker Anodes, Longer Life

Seawater Battery Innovation: Thicker Anodes, Longer Life

Nanomaterials for anodes could make aqueous seawater batteries a better alternative to lithium-ion in renewable energy storage systems.


EV Battery Recycling Driving Critical Material Recovery

EV Battery Recycling Driving Critical Material Recovery

According to a new report, recovering valuable materials from used electric vehicle batteries and other electronics is vital to the supply chain.


tech insights Apr 14, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Could Diamonds Be an EV Battery’s Best Friend?

Could Diamonds Be an EV Battery’s Best Friend?

Researchers have devised an easier way to create diamond quantum sensors, which could improve EV battery management.