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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…


AI-Enhanced Platform Coordinates Solar, EVs, Batteries

AI-Enhanced Platform Coordinates Solar, EVs, Batteries

German startup RAZO Energy is using AI and real-time data to optimize EV charging, solar, and storage.


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.


What Are the ‘Hidden Costs’ of Renewable Energy?

What Are the ‘Hidden Costs’ of Renewable Energy?

A report on renewable energy in Texas suggests that solar and wind energy have higher costs than expected.


Beyond Solar: The Nuclear Solution for Space Travel

Beyond Solar: The Nuclear Solution for Space Travel

Solar power won’t provide sufficient power for manned missions to Mars. Can nuclear power help?


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…


Research Pushes Perovskite and Solar to New Levels

Research Pushes Perovskite and Solar to New Levels

Recent advancements aim to improve efficiency in harvesting renewable energy and achieving power grid resilience.


tech insights Mar 24, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Smart Buildings Could Reinvent the Power Grid

Smart Buildings Could Reinvent the Power Grid

Managed efficiently using advanced data-driven platforms, smart buildings could participate in the energy ecosystem and make the grid more…


tech insights Mar 20, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Fossil Fuels Down: Signs of an Evolving Power Grid

Fossil Fuels Down: Signs of an Evolving Power Grid

Renewable sources and natural gas led the growth in power generation and infrastructure in 2024.


Hot Wire: 5 Breakthroughs in Renewable Energy Tech

Hot Wire: 5 Breakthroughs in Renewable Energy Tech

Researchers worldwide innovate solutions for grid-edge management, carbon capture tech, nuclear batteries, dry-coated electrodes, and more.


tech insights Mar 17, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Achieving Grid Resilience With Building-Level Renewable Generation

Achieving Grid Resilience With Building-Level Renewable Generation

Commercial buildings with on-site microgrids help relieve grid congestion and aid in load balancing.


Sun and Nuclear Queens: 4 Women Who Pioneered Energy Solutions

Sun and Nuclear Queens: 4 Women Who Pioneered Energy Solutions

During Women’s History Month, EEPower highlights Lise Meitner, Chien-Shiung Wu, Leona Woods, and Maria Telkes for their significant contributions…


Are Solar Farms on Federal Waters Feasible?

Are Solar Farms on Federal Waters Feasible?

A National Renewable Energy Laboratory study suggests placing floating solar panels on federal waters could generate enough electricity for millions.


Using Solar Energy, Researchers Grow Copper Nano Flowers for Clean Fuel

Using Solar Energy, Researchers Grow Copper Nano Flowers for Clean Fuel

The method produces clean chemicals and fuels made from carbon dioxide, water, and glycerol without any additional carbon emissions.


tech insights Feb 21, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Solar in Space: Organic PV Cells Hold Up

Solar in Space: Organic PV Cells Hold Up

The carbon-based solar cells are less susceptible to damaging radiation in space.


Building Sector Getting 2025 Energy Makeover

Building Sector Getting 2025 Energy Makeover

Sustainable alternatives are at the forefront in 2025, from solar shingles to electric bulldozers.


Hovering Solar Balloon Provides Power in a Pinch

Hovering Solar Balloon Provides Power in a Pinch

A balloon equipped with solar cells could generate quick, portable power.


Renewable Grid Capacity: Overcoming Transmission Challenges

Renewable Grid Capacity: Overcoming Transmission Challenges

Renewable energy projects wait months for grid connection, partly due to inadequate transmission lines and other infrastructure. Can UHV and HVDC…


Location, Location, Location: It Matters in Renewable Development

Location, Location, Location: It Matters in Renewable Development

MIT researchers unveil a new modeling approach for renewable site selection.


Good News and Bad for Energy Engineers in 2025

Good News and Bad for Energy Engineers in 2025

The energy landscape is changing in 2025. Here’s what you need to know.