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Scientists Propose Converting Natural Gas Into Hydrogen Directly in Gas Fields

Skoltech researchers have found a way to produce hydrogen from natural gas with 45 % efficiency right in the gas field by injecting steam and a catalyst into a well and adding oxygen to ignite the gas.

From Skoltech 11 Jun 2024

Study Reveals 4-Terminal Tandem Solar Cells Can Surpass Efficiency Limits

Researchers have investigated the performance and optimization of 4-terminal organic/silicon tandem solar cells using numerical simulations and experimental measurements. They explored the potential of tandem solar cells to surpass the Shockley-Queisser efficiency limit of single-junction solar cells.

31 May 2024

Solar-Powered CO2 Capture and Green Methanol Production Unveiled

Researchers have proposed an innovative approach to address the pressing issue of climate change by integrating solar thermal energy-assisted direct air capture (DAC) technology with the production of green methanol.

29 May 2024

Optimizing Hybrid Renewable Energy for Off-Grid Communities

In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers presented a comprehensive analysis of various hybrid renewable energy system (HRES) configurations for powering rural communities in Ethiopia.

24 May 2024

Newcastle City Council and SSE Energy Solutions Collaborate to Drive Net Zero Innovation and Job Creation

SSE Energy Solutions has announced its intention to establish a regional headquarters in Newcastle, as part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing decarbonisation, innovation and job creation initiatives across the city.

From SSE Energy Solutions 22 May 2024

New Awards to Champion Scotland’s Clean Energy Supply Chain

Scottish Renewables has today (May 20) launched The Scottish Green Energy Supply Chain Awards to acknowledge the businesses and organisations from across Scotland that are delivering the changes needed to achieve our clean energy future.

21 May 2024

Tesla Valves Enhance Photovoltaic/Thermal Performance

Researchers have proposed a photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) system that uses a Tesla valve to enhance heat transfer and energy efficiency.

21 May 2024

University of Bradford and SSE Energy Solutions Join Forces to Drive Green Technology and Skills Development

The University of Bradford has signed a strategic partnership with energy infrastructure expert SSE Energy Solutions to collaborate on education, research, and the implementation of sustainable energy initiatives.

From SSE Energy Solutions 20 May 2024

Novel Method for Fabricating Ultrathin Silicon Solar Wafers

Researchers have presented a novel method for producing free-standing ultrathin silicon wafers and solar cells with a thin silicon with reinforced ring (TSRR) structure.

17 May 2024

Hub to Promote Decarbonization of Heavy-Duty Transportation

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory is constructing a research and development (R&D) test facility to create and independently test large-scale fuel cell systems for heavy-duty and off-road applications, with hydrogen emerging as an important strategy to decarbonize transportation and combat climate change.

15 May 2024