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• Researchers Create Sand-Based Li-Ion Batteries

  

  Researchers have developed a lithium ion battery made (partially) of sand. (Credit: University of California, Riverside)Researchers at the University of... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Roadside Noise Barrier to Generate Solar Energy

  

  Scientists to combine a roadside noise barrier with a solar power plant. (Credit: Flickr @ spinster cardigan https://www.flickr. Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Fabrication Process to Make Chemical Separations More Efficient

  

  his photograph shows the inside of the prototype hollow-fiber metal-organic framework (MOF) membrane module, revealing a hollow fiber MOF membrane mounted in it. Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• [Review] 3 Clean Energy Startups to Watch in 2014

  

  Startups come and go. In the age of the internet it’s becoming a quick game to play. All to often we hear about new apps, tech and gadgets that create million... Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Robot Hands Can Become 40% More Energy Efficient

  

  Study finds a way to save up to 40% energy in the propulsion of flexible robot joints. (Credit: Flickr @ D.Fletcher https://www.flickr. Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• New Electrochemistry Tech Makes Batteries Last Longer

  

  Xinwei Cui holds one of the nano-engineered carbon components of the new battery technology. (Credit: David Dodge / University of AlLberta)Scientists at the... Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Advanced Modular Hydrogen Tank for Vehicles Created

  

  An innovative hydrogen tank would not explode even if it leaks. (Credit: German Aerospace Center)The German Aerospace Center (DLR), together with its partners i... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• NENT: Petroleum Research Still Ethical, Unless It Impedes Renewables

  

  Norway’s National Committee for Research Ethics: Petroleum research still relevant and ethical. (Credit: Flickr @ Joshua Delaughter https://www.flickr. Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• IEA: $80 Billion Wasted on Energy for Online Devices Annually

  

  The IEA has released the “More Data, Less Energy: Making Network Standby More Efficient in Billions of Connected Devices” report. Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Mathematical Model Helps Identify Gas Hydrate Pockets

  

  A new mathematical model helps find “ice that burns” under the ocean floor. (Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center)Scientists at Rice University have... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• [Special Edition] June, 2014: Energy Stats, Trends and Perspectives

  

  During the last month, several organizations have published reports on various aspects of the world’s energy sector. In this article, we have looked at some of... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Transparent Graphite Can Be Used to Make Better Solar Cells

  

  Novel material shows promise for applications in solar cells, flexible displays and touchscreens. (Credit: Flickr @ Intel Free Press https://www.flickr. Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Electric Vehicles to Monitor Air Quality in Leicester

  

  (Credit: Flickr @ Dominic Alves https://www.flickr.com/photos/dominicspics/)Researchers at the University of Leicester are going to use electric cars fitted wit... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Simple Process Improves Manufacturing of Silicon Nanoholes

  

  A solar lamp. (Credit: Own work)Scientists at the A*STAR Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology and Nanyang Technological University have invented a... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Novel Biosensor to Optimize Bio-Refining Processes

  

  Lignin is an integral part of the secondary cell walls of plants. (Credit: Flickr @ Les Haines https://www.flickr.com/photos/leshaines123/)Scientists at the... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Scientists Uncover Mechanism for Soot Formation

  

  Musa Ahmed and Tyler Troy at the Advanced Light Source (ALS) Beamline 9.0.2 where the chemical dynamics experiments on combustion take place. Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• ElectroGraph Project Creates Graphene Supercapacitors for EVs

  

  Innovative nano-material based supercapacitors are set to bring mass market appeal a good step closer to the lukewarm public interest in Germany. Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Argonne, Caterpillar to Develop New Engine Combustion Models

  

  Caterpillar and Argonne National Laboratory undertake cooperative virtual engine design project. (Credit: Flickr @ Jaix Chaix https://www.flickr. Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Heather Can Help UK Meet Bioenergy Targets

  

  Heather grows naturally throughout the UK’s uplands. (Credit: Flickr @ Peter aka anemoneprojectors https://www.flickr.com/photos/anemoneprojectors/)Harvesting... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY

• Grenoble to Pioneer Ultra-Compact Electric Car Sharing

  

  Ultra-compact electric cars can complement public transport, reduce congestion. On the photo: Toyota i-ROAD concept. (Credit: Toyota Motor Corporation)In just... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2014 CURRENT, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY