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Planes and ships could run on kelp someday, but there are serious hurdles

Planes and ships could run on kelp someday, but there are serious hurdles

Kelp, a kind of seaweed, can be used in biofuels that one day could power ships and aircraft

Iran war to accelerate China's shift to electric trucks from diesel

Iran war to accelerate China's shift to electric trucks from diesel

By Sam Li and Lewis Jackson BEIJING, May 7 (Reuters) - The jump in diesel prices triggered by the Iran war is expected to accelerate electrification of China’s heavy truck fleet this year, analysts and automakers say, and speed a decline in fuel demand in the world's largest oil importer.

Cumberland Explores Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Coal Mines for Sustainable Future

Cumberland Explores Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Coal Mines for Sustainable Future

Cumberland, British Columbia, is exploring the use of its abandoned coal mines to generate geothermal energy as part of the Cumberland District Energy project. This initiative, in partnership with the University of Victoria-led Accelerating Community Energy Transformation (ACET), aims to use water trapped in old mine shafts to heat and cool buildings throughout the town. The project leverages the consistent temperatures of underground water to provide energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions. Mayor Vickey Brown sees this as an opportunity to transform Cumberland's identity, making it a model for clean energy innovation while honoring its coal mining heritage.

Repurposed Coal Mine Voids Offer New Energy Storage Solutions

Repurposed Coal Mine Voids Offer New Energy Storage Solutions

Repurposed Coal Mine Voids Offer New Energy Storage Solutions

Cumberland Explores Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Coal Mines, Pioneering Clean Energy Solutions

Cumberland Explores Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Coal Mines, Pioneering Clean Energy Solutions

Cumberland, British Columbia, is exploring the potential of using abandoned coal mines to generate geothermal energy as part of the Cumberland District Energy project. In partnership with the University of Victoria-led Accelerating Community Energy Transformation (ACET) initiative, the town aims to harness water trapped in old mine shafts to heat and cool buildings. This innovative approach could transform Cumberland into a model for clean energy innovation, leveraging its mining history to support a sustainable future. The project focuses on using heat pumps to regulate indoor temperatures, offering a low-cost, low-carbon energy solution.

Advancements in Hybrid Fluorinated Ionic Liquid Electrolytes for High-Voltage Lithium Metal Batteries

Advancements in Hybrid Fluorinated Ionic Liquid Electrolytes for High-Voltage Lithium Metal Batteries

Advancements in Hybrid Fluorinated Ionic Liquid Electrolytes for High-Voltage Lithium Metal Batteries

New Pyrolysis System Produces Cleaner Biochar for Agriculture

New Pyrolysis System Produces Cleaner Biochar for Agriculture

New Pyrolysis System Produces Cleaner Biochar for Agriculture

Ballard Power Systems Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results Highlighting Revenue Growth

Ballard Power Systems Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results Highlighting Revenue Growth

Ballard Power Systems Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results Highlighting Revenue Growth

Asian Development Bank Launches Finance Scheme for Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Asian Development Bank Launches Finance Scheme for Critical Mineral Supply Chains

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a new financing scheme to support the development of supply chains for critical minerals in Asia and the Pacific. These minerals are essential for clean energy, batteries, electric vehicles, and digital technology. The scheme aims to help countries in the region prepare projects and finance infrastructure for processing, manufacturing, and recycling these minerals. Korea Eximbank and K-SURE have signed $500 million memorandums as the facility's first partners, with additional contributions from Japan and the UK.

Geological Thermal Energy Storage Offers Terawatt-Hours of Capacity for U.S. Energy Needs

Geological Thermal Energy Storage Offers Terawatt-Hours of Capacity for U.S. Energy Needs

The United States is witnessing a rapid transformation in its energy generation, storage, and consumption patterns. With solar and wind energy leading the new electricity-generating capacity, there is a growing demand for long-duration energy storage (LDES) solutions. Geological Thermal Energy Storage (GeoTES) is emerging as a promising technology to meet this demand. GeoTES involves storing thermal energy in underground reservoirs, which can be accessed through wells to add or remove energy. This method is economically feasible and scalable, leveraging existing geothermal and oil and gas industry technologies. GeoTES can store energy for daily and seasonal needs, providing a reliable and cost-effective solution to manage energy supply and demand imbalances.

Research Highlights Potential of Multistate Photoswitches in Advanced Applications

Research Highlights Potential of Multistate Photoswitches in Advanced Applications

Research Highlights Potential of Multistate Photoswitches in Advanced Applications

China's Export Policy Increases Solar Installation Costs in the UK

China's Export Policy Increases Solar Installation Costs in the UK

China's recent decision to scale back export tax rebates for solar and battery products is leading to higher installation costs in the UK energy market. As of April 1, 2026, China ended export VAT rebates on photovoltaic products and reduced battery export rebates, with plans to remove them entirely by 2027. This policy change has resulted in a 12% increase in average solar installation costs in the UK. The UK's reliance on Chinese-made components is directly impacting household costs, as these additional expenses are incorporated into the prices quoted for solar and battery systems. The situation raises concerns about the UK's clean energy future, as it highlights the risks of dependency on overseas supply chains and policy changes.