#sustainable-energy

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Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
7 hours ago

Experts, advocates chart a sustainable path for Brooklyn's climate future at Borough Hall forum * Brooklyn Paper

Building coalitions is vital for grassroots climate movements.
Community energy solutions like virtual power plants benefit both the environment and underserved communities.
#ai-growth-zones
fromTheregister
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Gov.uk insiders: AI datacenters may be pricey white elephant

The UK government is establishing 'AI Growth Zones' to enhance AI infrastructure investment, focusing on de-industrialized areas.
Local authorities are encouraged to identify potential sites for AI development, prioritizing existing energy infrastructure.
fromComputerWeekly.com
13 hours ago
London startup

Government bags 200 bids from local authorities wanting AI growth zones in their areas | Computer Weekly

Over 200 UK local authorities express interest in becoming AI growth zones, aiming to support the government's AI ambitions.
fromTheregister
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Gov.uk insiders: AI datacenters may be pricey white elephant

The UK government is establishing 'AI Growth Zones' to enhance AI infrastructure investment, focusing on de-industrialized areas.
Local authorities are encouraged to identify potential sites for AI development, prioritizing existing energy infrastructure.
fromComputerWeekly.com
13 hours ago
London startup

Government bags 200 bids from local authorities wanting AI growth zones in their areas | Computer Weekly

Over 200 UK local authorities express interest in becoming AI growth zones, aiming to support the government's AI ambitions.
more#ai-growth-zones
fromZDNET
1 day ago
Gadgets

I tested this 130-pound power station off-grid - my buying advice after a week

Will Lord demonstrates the effectiveness of power stations in real-life conditions, assessing their performance under various circumstances.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
2 days ago

This gas station of the future shows how CO2 could power land, air, sea, and space travel

AirCo's immersive Fuel Store showcases a future where CO2 powers vehicles instead of fossil fuels.
#climate-change
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Google, Meta pledge to triple nuclear capacity by 2050 as technology sees looming 'renaissance' | CBC News

Major companies are supporting a plan to triple global nuclear energy capacity by 2050, reflecting its rising popularity for sustainable energy solutions.
Environment
fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

Is it too late for us to slow climate warming?

The 1.5 degree Celsius climate target is likely unachievable, but striving for incremental improvements remains essential.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Environmentalists Are Rethinking Nuclear. Should They?

Nuclear power is being reexamined as a solution for climate change fourteen years after the Fukushima disaster.
Environment
fromNature
2 weeks ago

How a hydrogen lab is helping to power Spain's green-energy shift

Spain is focusing on green-hydrogen power as a sustainable energy solution amidst severe climate change impacts.
OMG science
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Top polluting cities revealed as activists fume at COP29 fossil fuel lobby

Oil giants' $500m commitment to sustainable energy raises concerns over their influence on climate talks amid ongoing fossil fuel lobbying.
Business
fromFortune
5 months ago

Goldman Sachs says reaching net zero will cost $75 trillion-more than two times U.S. GDP

Reaching net zero emissions requires a $75 trillion investment by 2070 to mitigate climate change effects, which is more than two-and-a-half times U.S. GDP.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Google, Meta pledge to triple nuclear capacity by 2050 as technology sees looming 'renaissance' | CBC News

Major companies are supporting a plan to triple global nuclear energy capacity by 2050, reflecting its rising popularity for sustainable energy solutions.
Environment
fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

Is it too late for us to slow climate warming?

The 1.5 degree Celsius climate target is likely unachievable, but striving for incremental improvements remains essential.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Environmentalists Are Rethinking Nuclear. Should They?

Nuclear power is being reexamined as a solution for climate change fourteen years after the Fukushima disaster.
Environment
fromNature
2 weeks ago

How a hydrogen lab is helping to power Spain's green-energy shift

Spain is focusing on green-hydrogen power as a sustainable energy solution amidst severe climate change impacts.
OMG science
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Top polluting cities revealed as activists fume at COP29 fossil fuel lobby

Oil giants' $500m commitment to sustainable energy raises concerns over their influence on climate talks amid ongoing fossil fuel lobbying.
Business
fromFortune
5 months ago

Goldman Sachs says reaching net zero will cost $75 trillion-more than two times U.S. GDP

Reaching net zero emissions requires a $75 trillion investment by 2070 to mitigate climate change effects, which is more than two-and-a-half times U.S. GDP.
more#climate-change
#battery-technology
OMG science
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Self-Healing 'Sandwich' EV Battery Aims To Cure Range Anxiety

A new environmentally friendly battery design aims to achieve higher energy density and faster charging through a self-repairing structure.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Startup companies

Berlin's Theion secures 15M to transform battery tech with crystal-sulfur - Silicon Canals

Theion has secured €15M to advance sustainable battery technology and solidify its lead in zero-emission crystal batteries.
fromInsideEVs
2 weeks ago
European startups

General Motors' EV Battery Cell Production Overtakes Tesla: Report

Lithium-ion batteries are crucial for EV efficiency, enabling significant cost reductions and development streamlining for automakers like GM.
OMG science
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Self-Healing 'Sandwich' EV Battery Aims To Cure Range Anxiety

A new environmentally friendly battery design aims to achieve higher energy density and faster charging through a self-repairing structure.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Startup companies

Berlin's Theion secures 15M to transform battery tech with crystal-sulfur - Silicon Canals

Theion has secured €15M to advance sustainable battery technology and solidify its lead in zero-emission crystal batteries.
fromInsideEVs
2 weeks ago
European startups

General Motors' EV Battery Cell Production Overtakes Tesla: Report

Lithium-ion batteries are crucial for EV efficiency, enabling significant cost reductions and development streamlining for automakers like GM.
more#battery-technology
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The heat you need at a reasonable price': how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy

Sweden's district heating system successfully reduces carbon footprints by utilizing varied sustainable heat sources.
#funding
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
European startups

Utrecht-based Withthegrid bags 3.5M to boost grid flexibility and asset control - Silicon Canals

Withthegrid secured €3.5M in funding to enhance its Teleport Gateway's features and facilitate international expansion.
fromSilicon Canals
5 months ago
European startups

Darmstadt-based etalytics bags 8M: Cofounder & CEO Dr Niklas Panten on driving industrial energy efficiency using AI, business model, revenue growth, and more - Silicon Canals

etalytics has raised €8M in Series A funding to expand AI-driven energy efficiency solutions across various sectors.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Amsterdam's Chapter bags 3M to improve the efficiency of the sustainable energy industry

Chapter, a SaaS company, raised €3M to enhance energy transition using AI management software for the sustainable energy industry.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
European startups

Utrecht-based Withthegrid bags 3.5M to boost grid flexibility and asset control - Silicon Canals

Withthegrid secured €3.5M in funding to enhance its Teleport Gateway's features and facilitate international expansion.
fromSilicon Canals
5 months ago
European startups

Darmstadt-based etalytics bags 8M: Cofounder & CEO Dr Niklas Panten on driving industrial energy efficiency using AI, business model, revenue growth, and more - Silicon Canals

etalytics has raised €8M in Series A funding to expand AI-driven energy efficiency solutions across various sectors.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Amsterdam's Chapter bags 3M to improve the efficiency of the sustainable energy industry

Chapter, a SaaS company, raised €3M to enhance energy transition using AI management software for the sustainable energy industry.
more#funding
#nuclear-energy
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Amsterdam's Thorizon bags 20M: CEO Kiki Lauwers on building 'walk-away safe' molten salt reactor, regulatory challenges, and roadmap 2030 - Silicon Canals

Thorizon has raised €20M in funding to advance its molten salt reactor technology, achieving a total of €42.5M.
The funding will aid in the development and testing of their innovative reactor fuel system.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
2 months ago

Everstar Secures $4M to Accelerate Nuclear Energy Innovation with its AI Compliance Platform

Everstar's AI-driven compliance platform streamlines nuclear licensing, reducing costs and timelines, crucial for meeting increasing energy demands.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The US government announced a 'historic' nuclear energy deal

The Biden administration's nuclear energy contract aims to preempt price hikes as government competes with energy demands from data centers.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Investors Shovel Over $100 Million Into This ETF Betting on the Rise of Nuclear Power

Nuclear energy is an underutilized, safe, and efficient energy source hindered by misinformation and industry fear tactics.
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Amsterdam's Thorizon bags 20M: CEO Kiki Lauwers on building 'walk-away safe' molten salt reactor, regulatory challenges, and roadmap 2030 - Silicon Canals

Thorizon has raised €20M in funding to advance its molten salt reactor technology, achieving a total of €42.5M.
The funding will aid in the development and testing of their innovative reactor fuel system.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
2 months ago

Everstar Secures $4M to Accelerate Nuclear Energy Innovation with its AI Compliance Platform

Everstar's AI-driven compliance platform streamlines nuclear licensing, reducing costs and timelines, crucial for meeting increasing energy demands.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

The US government announced a 'historic' nuclear energy deal

The Biden administration's nuclear energy contract aims to preempt price hikes as government competes with energy demands from data centers.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Investors Shovel Over $100 Million Into This ETF Betting on the Rise of Nuclear Power

Nuclear energy is an underutilized, safe, and efficient energy source hindered by misinformation and industry fear tactics.
more#nuclear-energy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fearing toxic waste, Greenland ended uranium mining. Now, they could be forced to restart - or pay $11bn

Kvanefjeld's mining promises economic benefits but raises fears over environmental impact and pollution among the local community of Narsaq.
#innovation
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Cybertruck & Model Y Juniper to visit Australia this weekend!

Franz von Holzhausen credits Tesla's mission and future potential as key reasons for his 16-year tenure.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Exclusive: E-fuels startup will make diamonds before powering jet planes | TechCrunch

Stephen Beaton's journey from military to innovative fuels industry emphasizes a strategic shift toward high-margin products before developing liquid fuels.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Cybertruck & Model Y Juniper to visit Australia this weekend!

Franz von Holzhausen credits Tesla's mission and future potential as key reasons for his 16-year tenure.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Exclusive: E-fuels startup will make diamonds before powering jet planes | TechCrunch

Stephen Beaton's journey from military to innovative fuels industry emphasizes a strategic shift toward high-margin products before developing liquid fuels.
more#innovation
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Incentives for customer-owned batteries among new programs in Austin Energy's pipeline - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy is advancing its Climate Protection Plan with innovative programs to enhance a sustainable power grid.
#mining
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

This Rural U.S. County Sits on a $12 Billion Uranium Deposit. Will They Dig It Up?

Nuclear power is reviving as countries pivot from fossil fuels, with a projected 28% increase in uranium demand by 2030.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

BitconeMine celebrates Christmas, and participants in mining can get red envelope rewards of more than $2,000

BitconeMine excels in the crypto market, leveraging cutting-edge technology for superior mining performance and user-friendly investment opportunities.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

This Rural U.S. County Sits on a $12 Billion Uranium Deposit. Will They Dig It Up?

Nuclear power is reviving as countries pivot from fossil fuels, with a projected 28% increase in uranium demand by 2030.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

BitconeMine celebrates Christmas, and participants in mining can get red envelope rewards of more than $2,000

BitconeMine excels in the crypto market, leveraging cutting-edge technology for superior mining performance and user-friendly investment opportunities.
more#mining
#electric-vehicles
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Brooklyn startup It's Electric is changing the way New York City charges EVs

It's Electric is enhancing NYC's EV charging infrastructure by installing curbside chargers at residential and commercial properties, offering compensation to property owners.
fromInsideEVs
4 months ago
Alternative transportation

Rivian's Fancy New Charging Outposts Will Be Open To All EVs

Rivian's Charging Outposts are now open to all EVs, enhancing accessibility and user experience with upgraded facilities and amenities.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Revel nabs $60M in New York State funding to build more EV chargers | TechCrunch

New York is investing in EV charging infrastructure despite federal funding freezes, indicating strong state-level support for electric vehicle adoption.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Brooklyn startup It's Electric is changing the way New York City charges EVs

It's Electric is enhancing NYC's EV charging infrastructure by installing curbside chargers at residential and commercial properties, offering compensation to property owners.
fromInsideEVs
4 months ago
Alternative transportation

Rivian's Fancy New Charging Outposts Will Be Open To All EVs

Rivian's Charging Outposts are now open to all EVs, enhancing accessibility and user experience with upgraded facilities and amenities.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Revel nabs $60M in New York State funding to build more EV chargers | TechCrunch

New York is investing in EV charging infrastructure despite federal funding freezes, indicating strong state-level support for electric vehicle adoption.
more#electric-vehicles
#fungal-battery
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago
Design

3D printed, biodegradable battery made of fungi powers sensors, feeds on sugar instead of charging - Yanko Design

Fungal batteries present a biodegradable alternative to traditional batteries, using fungi that digest themselves after their function.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 months ago
Science

3D printed biodegradable fungal 'battery' uses sugar to supply power then digests itself after

Empa's researchers created a 3D printed biodegradable fungal battery that sustains devices using sugar power and self-degrades post-use.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago
Design

3D printed, biodegradable battery made of fungi powers sensors, feeds on sugar instead of charging - Yanko Design

Fungal batteries present a biodegradable alternative to traditional batteries, using fungi that digest themselves after their function.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 months ago
Science

3D printed biodegradable fungal 'battery' uses sugar to supply power then digests itself after

Empa's researchers created a 3D printed biodegradable fungal battery that sustains devices using sugar power and self-degrades post-use.
more#fungal-battery
Miscellaneous
fromQNS
3 months ago

MTA announces 265 zero-emissions buses and Jamaica Depot modernization in push for sustainable transit - QNS

MTA is rolling out 265 zero-emissions buses in NYC, targeting sustainable public transport by 2040, with a focus on enhancing service reliability.
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
3 months ago
Remodel

I tested this eye-catching hot pink Arada bioethanol stove - here's why I recommend it for homes like mine

Bioethanol stoves can provide smokeless heat for apartments, but their effectiveness is generally lower than traditional fireplaces.
#heat-pumps
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Heat pump scheme for Edwardian social housing aims to bust low-carbon myths

The Sutton Dwellings project proves that ground source heat pumps can work effectively in older social housing.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
European startups

Swedish heat-pump firm Qvantum bags 108M

Qvantum raised €108M in Series C funding to enhance its innovative heat pump technologies and solutions for sustainable energy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Heat pump scheme for Edwardian social housing aims to bust low-carbon myths

The Sutton Dwellings project proves that ground source heat pumps can work effectively in older social housing.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
European startups

Swedish heat-pump firm Qvantum bags 108M

Qvantum raised €108M in Series C funding to enhance its innovative heat pump technologies and solutions for sustainable energy.
more#heat-pumps
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Science

Hydrogen tax credit rules give startups clarity while boosting nuclear and carbon capture | TechCrunch

U.S. Treasury's final rules for hydrogen tax credits provide clarity, crucial for industry growth that aims to reduce fossil fuel reliance.
#tech-industry
fromEngadget
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meta wants to use nuclear power for its data centers

Meta aims to integrate nuclear power into its data centers to enhance energy sustainability and reliability while supporting technological growth and community needs.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Google and Meta are partnering with geothermal startups

Geothermal startups are gaining traction among tech companies for renewable energy, but face financing and approval challenges.
Interest in geothermal energy is growing, powered by tech giants and small oil firms, yet substantial investment remains lagging.
fromEngadget
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meta wants to use nuclear power for its data centers

Meta aims to integrate nuclear power into its data centers to enhance energy sustainability and reliability while supporting technological growth and community needs.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Google and Meta are partnering with geothermal startups

Geothermal startups are gaining traction among tech companies for renewable energy, but face financing and approval challenges.
Interest in geothermal energy is growing, powered by tech giants and small oil firms, yet substantial investment remains lagging.
more#tech-industry
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

lightship's AE.1 cosmos has a button that expands and elevates the aero-electric travel trailer

The Lightship AE.1 Cosmos offers innovative features allowing for easy transformation from towing to camping with enhanced comfort and durability.
OMG science
fromTheregister
4 months ago

Boffins build diamond battery that lasts millennia

The University of Bristol and UKAEA have developed a diamond battery powered by carbon-14, potentially lasting thousands of years without replacement.
#nuclear-power
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
5 months ago

Oklo to supply 750MW to DCs using nuclear-waste-powered SMRs

Datacenter operators are increasingly turning to small modular reactors (SMRs) to meet growing energy demands.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
5 months ago

Oklo to supply 750MW to DCs using nuclear-waste-powered SMRs

Datacenter operators are increasingly turning to small modular reactors (SMRs) to meet growing energy demands.
more#nuclear-power
OMG science
fromNature
5 months ago

Daily briefing: Tech giants invest in next-generation geothermal energy

Enhanced geothermal systems are emerging as a promising low-carbon energy source, driven by advancements from the oil and gas industry.
Business
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Greg Jackson

Harnessing technology, rather than increasing consumer costs, is vital in the fight against carbon emissions, as demonstrated by Octopus Energy's innovative strategies.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
5 months ago
Design

levitating pebbles defy gravity for (in)visible energy installation at barcelona pavilion

The In(Visible) Energy installation creatively challenges perceptions of weight and balance through innovative engineering and an interdisciplinary approach.
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