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  Tarragona, Spain (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 Electrolysis, splitting the water molecule with electricity, is the cleanest way to obtain hydrogen, a clean and renewable fuel. Now, researchers at ICIQ and URV, led by Prof. Jose Ramon Galan-Mascaros, designed a new catalyst that reduces the cost of electrolytic hydrogen production. Catalysts reduce the amount of electricity needed to break the chemical bonds, speed up the reaction and minimise the energy waste. 'Normally, hydrogen is obtained from using a cheap process called steam reforming. B ... read more |
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Scientists elevate quantum dot solar cell world recordGolden CO (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) established a new world efficiency record for quantum dot solar cells, at 13.4 percent. Colloid ... more 
Piezoelectrics stretch their potential with a method for flexible stickingWashington DC (SPX) Oct 26, 2017 Piezoelectric materials are used for applications ranging from the spark igniter in barbeque grills to the transducers needed by medical ultrasound imaging. Thin-film piezoelectrics, with dimensions ... more  
Making glass invisibleUpton NY (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 If you have ever watched television in anything but total darkness, used a computer while sitting underneath overhead lighting or near a window, or taken a photo outside on a sunny day with your sma ... more  
Quantum dots visualize tiny vibrational resonancesWashington DC (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 In the late 18th century, Ernst Chladni, a scientist and musician, discovered that the vibrations of a rigid plate could be visualized by covering it with a thin layer of sand and drawing a bow acro ... more |
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Research aims to help renewable jet fuel take flightNewark DE (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 Airplanes zoom overhead, wispy-white contrails streaming behind them. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) handled 43,684 flights, on average, every day last year, and U.S. military and commerc ... more 
Discovery of a new structure family of oxide-ion conductors SrYbInO4Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Oct 26, 2017 Because some A2BO4-based materials such as (Pr,La)2(Ni,Cu,Ga)O4+d exhibit high oxide-ion conductivity, scientists at Tokyo Tech have been exploring new structure families of ABCO4-based materials as ... more 
Technique offers advance in testing micro-scale compressive strength of cementRaleigh NC (SPX) Oct 26, 2017 Researchers from North Carolina State University have, for the first time, used a "micropillar compression" technique to characterize the micro-scale strength of cement, allowing for the development ... more 
New research findings could lead to safer and more powerful lithium-ion batteriesRichmond VA (SPX) Oct 31, 2017 Virginia Commonwealth University researchers are working to improve conductivity and safety in lithium-ion batteries, which are used to power many electronic devices around the world, including lapt ... more 
Rapid cellphone charging getting closer to realityWaterloo, Canada (SPX) Oct 26, 2017 The ability to charge cellphones in seconds is one step closer after researchers at the University of Waterloo used nanotechnology to significantly improve energy-storage devices known as supercapac ... more 
Microscopic defects make batteries betterHouston TX (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 High-performance electrodes for lithium-ion batteries can be improved by paying closer attention to their defects - and capitalizing on them, according to Rice University scientists. Rice mate ... more |
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 Small droplets are a surprise: They disappear more slowly than they 'should' 
3-D-printed device builds better nanofibersBoston MA (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 Meshes made from fibers with nanometer-scale diameters have a wide range of potential applications, including tissue engineering, water filtration, solar cells, and even body armor. But their commer ... more  
U.S. trying to force its way into European energy sector, Kremlin saysWashington (UPI) Oct 31, 2017 U.S. sanctions are designed as a tool to gain leverage in the European economy and energy sector in general, Russia's foreign minister said Tuesday. ... more 
Turkmenistan sells China ice cream as energy profits meltAshgabat, Turkmenistan (AFP) Oct 31, 2017 Reclusive Turkmenistan on Tuesday hailed its first shipment of ice cream to China as the crisis-stricken Central Asia country seeks to diversify its exports beyond hydrocarbons. ... more 
FAR Ltd. said Senegal oil may be its priority next yearWashington (UPI) Oct 31, 2017 The majority of the budget for 2018 will be targeted to the development of major oil discoveries off the coast of Senegal, FAR Ltd. said Tuesday. ... more |
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  Washington (UPI) Oct 23, 2017 
Utility companies in the Japanese market face an uphill battle in meeting targets for the reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, Moody's reported Monday.
Moody's Investors Service reported that Japan faces challenges in meeting its commitments to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Based on March levels, the report found emissions from the utility sector will need to be cut by as much as 50 p ... more Washington (UPI) Oct 19, 2017IEA: An electrified world would cost $31B per year to achieve  Washington (UPI) Oct 1, 2017'Fuel-secure' steps in Washington counterintuitive, green group says  Menlo Park CA (SPX) Sep 19, 2017SLAC-led project will use AI to prevent or minimize electric grid failures |
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 Tarragona, Spain (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 
Electrolysis, splitting the water molecule with electricity, is the cleanest way to obtain hydrogen, a clean and renewable fuel. Now, researchers at ICIQ and URV, led by Prof. Jose Ramon Galan-Mascaros, designed a new catalyst that reduces the cost of electrolytic hydrogen production. Catalysts reduce the amount of electricity needed to break the chemical bonds, speed up the reaction and minimis ... moreHouston TX (SPX) Nov 01, 2017Microscopic defects make batteries better Richmond VA (SPX) Oct 31, 2017New research findings could lead to safer and more powerful lithium-ion batteries  Ulsan, South Korea (SPX) Oct 26, 2017UNIST researchers introduce novel catalyst for rechargeable metal-air batteries |
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 Washington (UPI) Oct 26, 2017 
The state of New York aims to become a new hub for the wind energy industry with its unique geographical position and ambitions goals, a state leader said.
New York ranks 11th in the nation in terms of installed wind energy capacity and is the 15th windiest. As of 2014, the state had 20 wind energy projects in service, with a total capacity of 1.8 gigawatts of capacity. The state set of ... more Canberra, Australia (SPX) Oct 20, 2017Construction to begin on $160 million Industry Leading Hybrid Renewable Energy Project  Thuwal, Saudi Arabia (SPX) Oct 18, 2017A kite that might fly  Washington (UPI) Oct 17, 2017Scotland outreach to Canada yields wind energy investment |
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 Golden CO (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) established a new world efficiency record for quantum dot solar cells, at 13.4 percent.
Colloidal quantum dots are electronic materials and because of their astonishingly small size (typically 3-20 nanometers in dimension) they possess fascinating optical properties. Quantum dot solar cells eme ... more Washington (UPI) Oct 27, 2017Fitch: U.S. decision on Paris doesn't matter for renewable growth  Washington (UPI) Oct 26, 2017Oil-rich Alberta adding more solar components  Albuquerque NM (SPX) Oct 26, 2017New fractal-like concentrating solar power receivers are better at absorbing sunlight |
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 Seoul (AFP) Oct 20, 2017 
South Korea on Friday decided to push ahead with the construction of two new nuclear reactors after months of heated debate over whether the country should start weaning itself off atomic energy.
A state commission, based on a survey of 471 jurors selected across the country, recommended finishing construction of the Shin Kori-5 and Shin Kori-6 reactors near the southeastern city of Ulsan. ... more Seoul, South Korea (SPX) Oct 20, 2017AREVA NP awarded contract for safety upgrades in seven reactors  Daniken, Switzerland (SPX) Oct 20, 2017AREVA NP installs a system allowing flexible electricity generation at Goesgen nuclear power plant  Dessel, Belgium (SPX) Oct 20, 2017Dessel: a new step forward with the dismantling of the site |
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 Newark DE (SPX) Nov 01, 2017 
Airplanes zoom overhead, wispy-white contrails streaming behind them. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) handled 43,684 flights, on average, every day last year, and U.S. military and commercial flights together used over 20 billion gallons of jet fuel.
All those emissions add up. World air travel contributed 815 million tons of CO2 emissions in 2016 - two percent of the global manm ... more Champaign IL (SPX) Oct 25, 2017Expanding Brazilian sugarcane could dent global CO2 emissions  Munich, Germany (SPX) Oct 19, 2017Stiff fibers spun from slime  Chicago IL (SPX) Oct 16, 2017Converting carbon dioxide to carbon monoxide using water, electricity |
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 New York (AFP) Oct 31, 2017 
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said Tuesday he will soon travel to Iran to prepare a visit by President Emmanuel Macron and raise concerns about Tehran's missile programs and regional role.
The visit comes as France is hoping to salvage the nuclear deal reached between Iran and world powers after President Donald Trump refused to certify the agreement, leaving its fate to Congres ... more Washington (UPI) Oct 31, 2017BP back in balance even if oil moves back toward $50 per barrel Washington (UPI) Oct 31, 2017FAR Ltd. said Senegal oil may be its priority next year Washington (UPI) Oct 31, 2017U.S. trying to force its way into European energy sector, Kremlin says |
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 Washington (AFP) Oct 30, 2017  Facing 195 other countries who have chosen a different path, the task of US negotiators at upcoming climate talks in Bonn is unenviable.
Donald Trump has vowed to exit the Paris Climate accord, just not yet, leaving US policy in limbo for the next three years until Washington can officially leave.
So, it falls to Thomas Shannon - a respected career diplomat - to this week lead a delega ... more Paris (AFP) Oct 31, 2017Shortfall in climate action is 'catastrophic': UN  Washington DC (SPX) Oct 31, 2017Tiny chip-based methane spectrometer could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions  Washington DC (SPX) Oct 26, 2017New study finds nature is vital to beating climate change |
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 Washington (UPI) Oct 17, 2017 
U.S. coal production in the first half of the year is slightly lower than last year, but still holds an edge as an electricity source, the government said.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported total U.S. coal production during the first half of the year was slightly lower than the same time last year, but higher than the first half 2016. The EIA's report said declines in ... more Sydney (AFP) Sept 22, 2017Rio in massive share buyback after coal mines sale  Washington (UPI) Sep 15, 2017First-ever U.S. coal shipment arrives in Ukraine Sydney (AFP) Sept 1, 2017Rio completes Australia coal mines sale to China's Yancoal |
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 Beijing (XNA) Oct 23, 2017 
Jing Haipeng, the first Chinese astronaut to go into space three times, has voiced his desire to go into space again as a further demonstration of his loyalty to the Communist Party of China (CPC).
"I'm eager to go to space again, be a pioneer in the battle one more time," said the 51-year-old major general and delegate to the ongoing 19th National Congress of the CPC.
"Let the vastn ... more Beijing (XNA) Oct 02, 2017China launches three satellites  Beijing (XNA) Oct 02, 2017Mars probe to carry 13 types of payload on 2020 mission  Adelaide, Australia (XNA) Oct 03, 2017UN official commends China's role in space cooperation |
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 Washington (UPI) Oct 27, 2017 
Japan is donating five Beechcraft TC-90 training aircraft to the Philippines to help the country protect its coasts, the Nikkei Asian Review reported.
Two of the aircraft are currently being leased by the Philippines while the remaining three aircraft were scheduled for lease.
The newspaper quoted the Japanese ministry of defense as saying the donation will take effect in March o ... more Washington (UPI) Oct 24, 2017U.S., Australian aircraft to receive electronic warfare upgrades  Edwards AFB CA (SPX) Oct 23, 2017Highly flexible wings tested  Washington (UPI) Oct 26, 2017Embraer, Sierra Nevada supplying more A-29 aircraft for Afghan air force |
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 London (AFP) Oct 27, 2017 
As major carmakers shift towards electric vehicles, a group of major oil and gas firms announced Friday an investment into a diesel engine.
The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI), which includes BP, Saudi Aramco, Royal Dutch Shell and Total and has a $1-billion investment fund for low-carbon technologies, said it was putting money into Achates Power.
The US company promotes a high-ef ... more San Francisco (AFP) Oct 29, 2017Investors fuel a multibillion-dollar ride-sharing frenzy  Frankfurt Am Main (AFP) Oct 27, 2017'Dieselgate' costs choke Volkswagen profits  Paris (AFP) Oct 25, 2017Opel drives Peugeot's sales, but China stalls |
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 New Brunswick NJ (SPX) Oct 26, 2017 
Graphene - a one-atom-thick layer of the stuff in pencils - is a better conductor than copper and is very promising for electronic devices, but with one catch: Electrons that move through it can't be stopped.
Until now, that is. Scientists at Rutgers University-New Brunswick have learned how to tame the unruly electrons in graphene, paving the way for the ultra-fast transport of electrons ... more Munich, Germany (SPX) Oct 23, 2017Global CO2 emissions stalled for the third year in a row  Fort Collins CO (SPX) Oct 23, 2017Carbon coating gives biochar its garden-greening power  Pasadena CA (JPL) Oct 16, 2017NASA Pinpoints Cause of Earth's Recent Record Carbon Dioxide Spike |
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 Washington DC (SPX) Oct 30, 2017 
Silicon has provided enormous benefits to the power electronics industry. But performance of silicon-based power electronics is nearing maximum capacity.
Enter wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors. Seen as significantly more energy-efficient, they have emerged as leading contenders in developing field-effect transistors (FETs) for next-generation power electronics. Such FET technology would b ... more New Haven CT (SPX) Oct 26, 2017Resistive memory components the computer industry can't resist  Montreal, Canada (SPX) Oct 19, 2017Nanoelectronic breakthrough may lead to more efficient quantum devices  Singapore (SPX) Oct 25, 2017Research team led by NUS scientists breaks new ground in memory technology |
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 Beijing (AFP) Sept 21, 2017 
China on Thursday increased the maximum speed of bullet trains on the Beijing-Shanghai line to 350 kilometres (217 miles) per hour, six years after a fatal accident led to a speed cap.
The speed limit had been reduced to 300 kilometres per hour after 40 people died in a high-speed train crash near Wenzhou in July 2011.
The acceleration cuts the 1,318-kilometre (819-mile) Beijing-Shanghai ... more Ahmedabad, India (AFP) Sept 10, 2017Modi, Abe to kick-start India's first bullet train project  Washington DC (SPX) Aug 30, 2017In the face of climate change can our engineers keep the trains running on time  New York (AFP) Aug 2, 2017Hyperloop startup says superfast rail a reality |
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 Karlsruher, Germany (SPX) Oct 31, 2017 
Reducing pollutant emission of vehicles and meeting stricter exhaust gas standards are major challenges when developing catalytic converters. A new concept might help to efficiently treat exhaust gases after the cold start of engines and in urban traffic and to reduce the consumption of expensive noble metal. It is based on the interaction between platinum and the cerium oxide carrier to control ... more Santiago (AFP) Oct 25, 2017Chile to ban plastic bags in coastal regions  Rome (AFP) Oct 25, 2017Schools closed over fears of toxic wind from Italy steel plant  Washington (UPI) Oct 24, 2017Levels of microplastics in the Baltic have remained constant for 30 years |
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