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India is building the world’s largest battery storage site—here’s what it means for energy
3+ hour, 37+ min ago (680+ words) India is taking a big step toward making renewable power more reliable, not by adding another record-breaking solar field, but by storing the electricity it produces. In the salt flats of Gujarat, a battery project tied to the Khavda clean-energy…...
The best electric cars under €30,000 in 2025 – our top picks will surprise you
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (648+ words) For those who mostly drive around town, small EVs are ideal " easy to park, cheap to run, and now more stylish than ever. Did you know?Dacia quotes about 140 miles (WLTP combined) for the Spring on UK materials " handy for…...
Scientists studied 1,700 sheep roaming solar panels — the results are shocking
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (551+ words) Agrivoltaics " the art of combining agriculture with solar power " is gathering momentum. The idea's simple enough: why not use the land under solar panels for something useful, like growing crops or, in this case, grazing sheep? What started as a…...
China confirms solar panels in deserts irreversibly change the ecosystem
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (367+ words) Solar energy has long enjoyed its reputation as the clean, guilt-free answer to our carbon crisis. A panel here, a panel there'no smoke, no noise, just sunshine in, electricity out. But under the harsh sun of China's deserts, solar panels…...
A hidden iron reserve worth trillions could reshape the global economy
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (557+ words) Reports of a vast iron find in Western Australia have circulated widely, but official and peer-reviewed sources point above all to a major re-dating of the Pilbara's high-grade iron ores rather than a single, newly confirmed mega-deposit. Where figures are…...
Swedish electric charging stations are gridlocked with endless lines of Tesla vehicles
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (425+ words) Tesla owners in Sweden are currently facing an unprecedented situation. Long lines at Supercharger stations are becoming the norm, turning what should be a simple stop into a grueling ordeal. This growing crisis is not just about waiting for a…...
Could a solid-state battery breakthrough triple the range of electric cars ?
10+ mon, 3+ day ago (405+ words) The study, published in Nature Nanotechnology, introduces a lithium-metal battery (LMB) with a solid electrolyte, replacing the traditional liquid electrolyte found in lithium-ion batteries. This innovation could lead to higher energy density, faster charging times, and improved safety'three crucial factors…...
How much does an electric car battery replacement actually cost ? We investigated the major brands
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (551+ words) Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining traction, but one question continues to loom over potential buyers and owners alike: what happens when the battery reaches the end of its lifespan? Whether you're considering buying a used EV or your car's battery…...
Our Top 4 Electric Cars of 2024 : The Best Picks from 31 Models
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (422+ words) Electric vehicles have seen remarkable growth in 2024, with manufacturers rolling out models that blend performance, technology, and sustainability. After testing and analyzing 31 electric cars, ... Continue Reading " Electric vehicles have seen remarkable growth in 2024, with manufacturers rolling out models that blend…...
A Battery That Lasts 5,700 Years Without Recharging : The First Carbon-14 Battery Created in the UK
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (454+ words) You might be familiar with carbon-14 as the isotope used by archaeologists to date ancient artifacts. But here's the twist: this isotope, typically associated with the past, is now being used to power the future. The carbon-14 battery works by…...