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  University Park PA (SPX) Jun 08, 2017 The "clean-energy economy" always seems a few steps away but never quite here. Fossil fuels still power transportation, heating and cooling, and manufacturing, but a team of scientists from Penn State and Florida State University have come one step closer to inexpensive, clean hydrogen fuel with a lower cost and industrially scalable catalyst that produces pure hydrogen through a low-energy water-splitting process. "Energy is the most important issue of our time, and for energy, fuel cells are cru ... read more |
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Researchers compute their way toward cleaner coal plantsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 When you think of turbulence, you might think of a bumpy plane ride. Turbulence, however, is far more ubiquitous to our lives than just air travel. Ocean waves, smoke from fire, even noise coming fr ... more  
SCE and G Launches South Carolina's Largest Community Solar ProgramCayce SC (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 SCE and G have introduced South Carolina's largest community solar program (16 MWac), making solar generation available to electric customers who cannot, or do not wish to, install rooftop solar pan ... more  
UNIST improves remote detection of hazardous radioactive substancesUlsan, South Korea (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 A recent study, affiliated with UNIST has introduced a method for the remote detection of hazardous radioactive substances. With the help of this newly-developed detection device, the detection of v ... more  
Engineer unveils new spin on future of transistors with novel designDallas TX (SPX) Jun 08, 2017 An engineer with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas has designed a novel computing system made solely from carbon that might one day rep ... more |
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Metal-ion catalysts and hydrogen peroxide could green up plastics productionChampaign IL (SPX) Jun 08, 2017 Researchers at the University of Illinois are contributing to the development of more environmentally friendly catalysts for the production of plastic and resin precursors that are often derived fro ... more 
Foreign bidding war for Rio's Australia coal minesSydney (AFP) June 11, 2017 A multi-billion dollar bidding war for most of Rio Tinto's Australian coal mines has broken out between China-backed Yancoal and Glencore after the Swiss commodities giant made an unexpected offer. ... more  
Autonomous machines edge towards greater independenceWashington DC (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 Cars that can drive autonomously have recently made Autonomous machines edge towards greater independences. In the near future, machines that can learn autonomously will become increasingly present ... more  
Optical communication at record-high speedKarlsruher, Germany (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 Optical solitons are special wave packages that propagate without changing their shape. In optical communications, solitons can be used for generating frequency combs with various spectral lines, wh ... more  
Graphene enhancing our vision of the infinitely smallOnna, Japan (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 Developing new scientific devices pushing the limits of what we can observe and measure does not occur overnight. There are typically baby steps involved, small and continuous improvements to counte ... more  
Physicists use numerical 'tweezers' to study nuclear interactionsRaleigh NC (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 Researchers from North Carolina State University and the Ruhr-Universitat Bochum have developed numerical "tweezers" that can pin a nucleus in place, enabling them to study how interactions between ... more |
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Simulations pinpoint atomic-level defects in solar cell nanostructuresBerkeley CA (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 To understand the nature of something extremely complex, you often have to study its smallest parts. In trying to decipher the universe, for example, we search for gravitational waves or faint waves ... more  
Divestment streak continues for British energy company CentricaWashington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017 British energy company Centrica said Friday it was now a pure-European player after selling off parts of its Canadian partnership. ... more 
Floating solar farm reflects China's clean energy ambitionsBeijing (AFP) June 11, 2017 As the United States was withdrawing from the Paris climate pact, China's clean energy ambitions were being reflected in the launch of the world's largest floating solar farm. ... more 
Computers are helping scientists discover new materialsWashington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017 Scientists in England have developed a new computer algorithm to aid the search for new materials. The system helped researchers create two new promising materials in the lab. ... more |
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  Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017 
British energy company Centrica said Friday it was now a pure-European player after selling off parts of its Canadian partnership.
Centrica holds a 60 percent stake in the Canadian exploration and production joint venture, CQ Energy Canada Partnership, and said it was now sold to a consortium led by Asian investors.
"In line with its strategy announced in July 2015, the divestmen ... more Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jun 08, 2017New ultrathin material for splitting water could make hydrogen production cheaper  Thuwal, Saudi Arabia (SPX) Jun 08, 2017Keeping the hydrogen coming  Paris (AFP) June 3, 2017India vows to 'go beyond' Paris accord, adding pressure on Trump |
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 West Lafayette IN (SPX) Jun 06, 2017 
A technology developed by Purdue researchers could provide an "instantly rechargeable" method that is safe, affordable and environmentally friendly for recharging electric and hybrid vehicle batteries through a quick and easy process similar to refueling a car at a gas station.
The innovation could expedite the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles by eliminating the time needed to stop ... more Beijing, China (SPX) Jun 08, 2017Scientists develop divide and conquer approach for more stable power generation  University Park PA (SPX) Jun 08, 2017Low cost, scalable water-splitting fuels the future hydrogen economy  Sao Paulo, Brazil (SPX) Jun 08, 2017New model deepens understanding of the dynamics of quark-gluon plasmas |
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 Washington (UPI) Jun 5, 2017 
The largest regional investor in renewable energy, the Asian Development Bank said Monday it was pegging clean energy to development in Pacific economies.
In an annual regional update, the ADB said it was working to promote renewable energy strategies in the Pacific region by helping to drive the low-carbon economy forward. The ADB's current portfolio of energy sector projects in the re ... more Anaheim, CA (SPX) May 28, 2017GE Energy Financial Services Surpasses $15 Billion in Renewable Energy Investments  Washington (UPI) May 25, 2017U.S. states taking up wind energy mantle  Solomons MD (SPX) May 10, 2017Scientists track porpoises to assess impact of offshore wind farms |
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 Beijing (AFP) June 8, 2017 
US Energy Secretary Rick Perry called for Sino-US cooperation on clean energy during a visit to Beijing Thursday, a week after President Donald Trump's much-criticised withdrawal from the Paris climate pact.
Trump's decision has jolted the international community and could put China, the world's top carbon emitter, in a position to fill the leadership void on curbing global warming.
But ... moreBerkeley CA (SPX) Jun 12, 2017Simulations pinpoint atomic-level defects in solar cell nanostructures Cayce SC (SPX) Jun 12, 2017SCE and G Launches South Carolina's Largest Community Solar Program  Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017U.S. solar power gaining momentum |
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 Ulsan, South Korea (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 
A recent study, affiliated with UNIST has introduced a method for the remote detection of hazardous radioactive substances. With the help of this newly-developed detection device, the detection of various types of radioactive materials can be done from a remote distance.
In their study, published in the May issue of the prestigious journal, Nature Communications, Professor Eunmi Choi of Na ... more Berlin (AFP) June 7, 2017German court nukes tax on power firms  Fort Collins CO (SPX) Jun 05, 2017A new twist on the origin of uranium  Tokyo (AFP) June 6, 2017Nuclear-wary Japan restarts another atomic reactor |
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 Washington (UPI) Jun 7, 2017 
Recycling can encompass more than just materials like plastics and paper. Important chemicals can also be recovered and reused.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new technique for recycling plant material into stock chemicals, or commodity chemicals.
When recycling plant materials, the target is lignin, a complex organic polymer that provides structure to ... more Lausanne, Switzerland (SPX) Jun 07, 2017Splitting carbon dioxide using low-cost catalyst materials  Madison WI (SPX) Jun 07, 2017Newly identified gene helps time spring flowering in vital grass crops  Montreal, Canada (SPX) Jun 01, 2017Cold conversion of food waste into renewable energy and fertilizer |
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 Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017 
While the direction of British politics remains unclear, an industry trade group for oil and gas said it was steadfast in pushing for more domestic development.
British Prime Minister Theresa May faced calls to step down from her Labor Party rivals after the hold over the majority in Parliament for her Conservative Party slipped as early results from general elections trickled in Friday ... more Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017Crude oil prices tread water after British election  Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017Oil slips in part on subdued growth forecast from Europe  Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017Corporate spat suggests Senegal oil is the real deal |
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 Tel Aviv, Israel (SPX) Jun 07, 2017 
"A new Tel Aviv University study has uncovered the earliest known geological indications of manmade impact on geological processes, in particular erosion of the surface, from 11,500 years ago. Within a core sample retrieved from the Dead Sea, researchers discovered basin-wide erosion rates dramatically incompatible with known tectonic and climatic regimes of the period recorded.
"Human imp ... more United Nations, United States (AFP) June 6, 2017US 'on the wrong side of history' on climate: French UN envoy Bologna, Italy (AFP) June 11, 2017Climate change rift raises temperature for G7 meet  Beijing (AFP) June 9, 2017China rolls out green carpet for California on climate |
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 Berlin, Germany (SPX) Jun 12, 2017 
When you think of turbulence, you might think of a bumpy plane ride. Turbulence, however, is far more ubiquitous to our lives than just air travel. Ocean waves, smoke from fire, even noise coming from jet engines or wind turbines are all related to turbulence.
A team of researchers at RWTH Aachen University's Institute of Aerodynamics (AIA) has long been interested in using computation to ... moreSydney (AFP) June 11, 2017Foreign bidding war for Rio's Australia coal mines  Sydney (AFP) June 6, 2017India's Adani to start work on mine near Great Barrier Reef Beijing (AFP) May 25, 2017From coal miner to writer of China's hit TV show |
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 Beijing (XNA) Jun 12, 2017 
Back in 1969, Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, uttered his famous words: "That's one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind."
The statement has inspired ever since. More than 500 astronauts have entered space in the nearly five decades that have followed, and over 10 have landed on the moon.
Buzz Aldrin, the second man to set foot on the moon and Arms ... more Beijing (XNA) Jun 12, 2017China to open space station to scientists worldwide  Beijing (XNA) Jun 12, 2017China achieves key breakthrough in multiple launch vehicles Beijing (XNA) Jun 08, 2017China's space station to help maintain co-orbital telescope |
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 Washington (UPI) Jun 7, 2017 
The first export variant of China's new FTC-2000 pilot trainer/fighter aircraft has rolled off an assembly line and will be shipped to Sudan after testing.
The FTC-2000 Shanying was developed by the Guizhou Aviation Industry Corporation under the state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China.
It is the main advanced trainer used by the PLA Air Force and the PLA Navy.
... more Washington (UPI) Jun 6, 2017Elbit supplying F-35 cockpit display replacement  Washington (UPI) Jun 5, 2017Mitsubishi completes construction of first F-35A  Washington (UPI) May 30, 2017Orbital ATK to produce components for B-2 stealth bomber |
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 Hiroshima, Japan (SPX) Jun 08, 2017 
Hiroshima University and Mie Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited (MIFS) has announced the development of a low-power millimeter-wave amplifier that feeds on 0.5 V power supply and covers the frequency range from 80 GHz to 106 GHz. It was fabricated using MIFS's Deeply Depleted Channel (DDC) technology. This is the first W-band (75-110 GHz) amplifier that can operate even with such a low power-supply v ... more Washington (UPI) Jun 8, 2017New benchmark set for global electric vehicle sales  San Francisco (AFP) June 8, 2017Uber woes mount ahead of workplace probe report  Washington (UPI) Jun 7, 2017Electric vehicle sales up, but incentives needed to drive growth |
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 Kyoto, Japan (SPX) Jun 08, 2017 
Around 2800BC, the ancient inhabitants of Ur, Mesopotamia made a discovery that was to change civilization. They learned that if they blended copper and tin into an alloy, the new composite material was stronger, more useful, and more valuable than any man-made substance to date. It gave its name to the entire age it revolutionized. Bronze.
More than 4000 years later, in a study published ... moreOnna, Japan (SPX) Jun 12, 2017Graphene enhancing our vision of the infinitely small  Washington DC (SPX) Jun 01, 2017Searching beyond graphene for new wonder materials  Basel, Switzerland (SPX) May 31, 2017New method of characterizing graphene |
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 Dallas TX (SPX) Jun 08, 2017 
An engineer with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas has designed a novel computing system made solely from carbon that might one day replace the silicon transistors that power today's electronic devices.
"The concept brings together an assortment of existing nanoscale technologies and combines them in a new way," said Dr. Joseph ... more by Staff WritersSeeing the invisible with a graphene-CMOS integrated device  Washington DC (SPX) Jun 08, 2017Beyond Scaling: An Electronics Resurgence Initiative  Basel, Switzerland (SPX) May 30, 2017Wafer-thin magnetic materials developed for future quantum technologies |
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 The Hague (AFP) June 1, 2017 
A Dutch group chasing technology luminary Elon Musk's vision of near-supersonic "Hyperloop" rail transport unveiled Europe's first test facility Thursday, aiming to start constructing a system within four years.
Hardt, a company which grew from a group of technology students who won a competition set by Tesla founder and SpaceX head Musk earlier this year, unveiled their 30-metre (98-foot) t ... more Nairobi (AFP) May 31, 2017Eyeing growth boost, Kenya opens Chinese-built railway  Cherepish, Bulgaria (AFP) April 30, 2017China steams to the rescue for Bulgaria's creaking railways  Beijing (AFP) April 29, 2017First direct London-China train completes 12,000 km run |
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 The Hague (AFP) June 8, 2017 
Plastic that is dumped in rivers and then ends up in the world's oceans is one of the major sources of marine pollution, a new study said this week, with Asian waterways the main culprits.
Researchers at The Ocean Cleanup - a Dutch foundation developing new technologies for ridding the oceans of plastic - say rivers carry an estimated 1.15-2.41 million tonnes of plastic into the sea every ... more Washington (UPI) Jun 7, 2017Americans' caffeine habit may be harming waterways, wildlife  Paris (AFP) June 7, 2017Woman sues France over Paris pollution health damage  Austin TX (SPX) Jun 07, 2017A new hyper-local air pollution map |
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