Whether they are being used to power a smartphone or an electric car, lithium-ion batteries all have a few things in common. They don’t like being charged too quickly and they don’t like being charged to 100% capacity. Both contribute to shorter battery life, especially if they are fully charged … [continued]
In theory, the “zipper merge” is a great idea. The road space in both lanes is utilized fully, and when it comes time to merge, people alternate and everyone gets where they’re going without a traffic jam. If everyone maintains a steady speed, leaves space between themselves and other cars, … [continued]
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the Georgia Institute of Technology have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to bolster the interactions, collaborations, and joint scientific output of both institutions. The purpose of the MOU is to leverage the expansive capabilities and infrastructure of both … [continued]
Large-Scale Simulations Show U.S. Can Get Close to 100% Renewable Generation Cost-Effectively—But Final Few Percent Drive Nonlinear Increase in Total System Cost
Originally published on RMI.org. By John Matson As the world warms and the demand for cooling increases, many homes will require an “all of the above” approach to keep cool without further contributing to global warming. That can include high-performance cooling systems that use climate-friendly coolants and consume relatively little energy, as well as … [continued]
U.S. Department of Energy Announces $14.5 Million to Accelerate Deployment of Geothermal Electricity
By Wayne Hicks For Greg Glatzmaier, the road between innovation and implementation runs along a dusty stretch of highway about a dozen miles south of Boulder City, Nevada, where his patented idea could solve an industry problem. The destination for his idea is Nevada Solar One, an outpost in the … [continued]
A recent video at Engineering Explained (one of my favorite YouTube channels) took on the topic of synthetic fuels. If done correctly, they’re carbon neutral, and they’d allow for almost as much energy density as today’s gasoline or diesel. With all of those advantages, some have been saying they’re a … [continued]
Originally published on RMI.org. By John Matson The White House on May 17 announced a slate of new programs aimed at integrating US buildings into the clean energy economy. The initiatives include electrification programs for existing homes, workforce training for next-generation jobs in the buildings sector, and efforts to increase the adoption … [continued]
The largest takeaway is important for everyone to recognize that the world and pricing has changed. There is no longer a difference between doing something that is economically beneficial and environmentally beneficial.
