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26/12/2025

Renewable Growth Outpaces Global Electricity Demand

In a significant milestone for the global energy transition, the growth in solar and wind power generation has successfully outpaced the increase in worldwide electricity demand for the first time. According to an analysis by energy research firm Ember, new renewable capacity installed in the first nine months of the year was more than sufficient to cover all new global consumption. This development led to a slight but notable decrease in electricity produced from fossil fuels, signaling a potential turning point in the effort to decarbonize the power sector.

26/12/2025

AutoFlight Unveils Floating Solar Vertiport For Air Taxis

AutoFlight Aviation Technology has introduced a mobile, solar-powered vertiport designed to solve a key infrastructure challenge for the emerging air taxi industry. The innovative platform is a self-propelled barge that can be deployed on waterways, providing flexible landing and takeoff zones for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This floating solution aims to expand the operational reach of eVTOLs beyond fixed urban locations, supporting applications from commuting and tourism to offshore logistics and emergency services. A recent demonstration of the technology was successfully completed in Shanghai.

25/12/2025

Breakthrough Makes Lithium Recycling Cheaper Than Mining

A breakthrough in battery recycling could make recovering lithium from spent devices economically feasible for the first time. Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have engineered a unique electrode that acts like a sponge, selectively absorbing lithium from a solution made from dismantled batteries. This new process is highly efficient and remarkably affordable, costing less than purchasing newly mined lithium. The technology promises to create a more sustainable and secure supply chain for this critical metal, reducing reliance on environmentally damaging mining operations.

25/12/2025

Pioneering Ship System Turns Carbon Into Valuable Limestone

A pioneering carbon capture system has been commercially deployed on a cargo ship, marking a significant step in decarbonizing the maritime industry. Developed by UK-based startup Seabound, the technology is installed on the cement carrier UBC Cork. It captures CO2 emissions from the vessel’s exhaust and converts them into calcium carbonate, or limestone, a key ingredient for cement. This innovative process not only reduces the shipping sector’s substantial environmental footprint but also creates a valuable construction material, establishing a circular economy model for one of the world’s hardest-to-abate industries.

24/12/2025

California Solar Canals Save Water And Generate Power

A pioneering California initiative, known as Project Nexus, is testing the placement of solar panels over irrigation canals to simultaneously generate clean energy and conserve vast amounts of water. With a state investment of $20 million, the project aims to address both water scarcity and renewable energy goals. Early projections suggest that if this dual-purpose infrastructure were implemented across the state’s canal system, it could save up to 63 billion gallons of water annually by reducing evaporation, all while producing a significant amount of electricity without occupying valuable farmland.

24/12/2025

German Solar Self Consumption Soars Amid High Prices

A new report from Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE) reveals a dramatic surge in the self-consumption of solar power among households and businesses. Driven by soaring electricity prices and the widespread adoption of battery storage, the amount of self-generated solar electricity used on-site has more than tripled since 2020. This trend, which now accounts for 17% of all solar electricity generation, marks a significant shift in Germany’s energy landscape, making on-site consumption more economically attractive than selling power back to the grid.

23/12/2025

Sodium-Ion Flashlight Engineered For Extreme Cold

A new flashlight featuring a sodium-ion battery is addressing the common issue of power failure in extreme cold, a significant limitation for conventional lithium-ion cells. This device, currently in its crowdfunding phase, is engineered to maintain stable performance in temperatures as low as -40 degrees Celsius (-40 degrees Fahrenheit). It offers a durable and high-performance lighting solution for adventurers and professionals operating in frigid climates, combining robust construction with practical features like a power bank function and a long-lasting, replaceable battery.

23/12/2025

Mega Solar Projects Are Reshaping Global Power

The rapid and large-scale deployment of solar energy infrastructure, sometimes referred to as a “solar storm,” is transforming the global approach to renewable power. These massive projects, some involving as many as 20 million photovoltaic units, are capable of generating electricity on par with conventional power plants. A prime example is an ambitious Australian initiative aiming to supply power to Singapore. While requiring substantial capital investment, these developments promise significant returns through energy independence, grid modernization, economic growth, and substantial environmental benefits by reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

22/12/2025

Europes Two Year Race For Perovskite Solar Future

European leaders and technology experts are issuing a stark warning: Europe has a narrow, two-year window to establish a leading role in perovskite solar technology or risk repeating the past failure of ceding the entire silicon solar panel industry to Asia. At a recent industry event, key figures stressed that while perovskite offers a revolutionary opportunity for energy generation on virtually any surface, competitors like China and India are moving quickly. The consensus is that Europe must act decisively to build a new industrial base focused on this promising, lightweight, and low-carbon solar film technology.

22/12/2025

Revolutionary 3D Printing Builds Solar Arrays In Space

A new system designed to 3D print massive solar arrays directly in space could revolutionize how future spacecraft are powered. The German company Dcubed is developing the technology, named ARAQYS, to address the high costs and physical constraints associated with launching conventional solar panels. By manufacturing the power-generating structures in orbit, the company aims to significantly reduce launch weight and volume, paving the way for more ambitious and cost-effective missions as the commercial space sector continues its rapid expansion.

21/12/2025

Greece Unveils Agrivoltaic Plan Amid Cost Concerns

Greece is launching a new program to install 130 MW of agrivoltaic capacity, aiming to merge solar energy production with farming. The initiative will offer a EUR 65 per MWh tariff to support projects, which are capped at 200 kW each with a 10 MW limit per region. To qualify, solar panels must be installed over 2.1 meters high to permit cultivation below. However, an industry association has expressed concern that the proposed tariff may be too low to cover the higher costs of such installations, potentially hindering farmer participation and the program’s overall success.

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