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Google's first geothermal energy project is up and running
Google says a geothermal energy project that can produce clean electricity around the clock is up and running. The company aims to run its data centers and offices entirely on carbon-free energy by 2050.
The US electrical grid is in desperate need of upgrades, watchdog warns
In a new report, the SAFE Grid Security Project warns the US grid faces increasing risks from extreme weather, cyberattacks, and inadequate infrastructure as energy demands grow more complex.
Scientists have reproduced last year's nuclear fusion breakthrough
Scientists have once again achieved a net energy gain after using a laser to smash two lighter atoms together to create a denser one. The process is said to have a lot of potential as a source of sustainable, low-carbon energy.
'Breakthrough' geothermal tech produces 3.5 megawatts of carbon-free power
An energy company called Fervo says it has achieved a breakthrough in geothermal technology. It has been working with Google on a "next-generation geothermal power project."
North America’s first hydrogen-powered train debuts in Canada
This summer, North America’s first hydrogen-powered train began traveling across the Canadian countryside. The French passenger train is a short-term demonstration, running through the end of September, that aims to spark adoption in Canada and the US. “I think the most important thing that’s going to come out of it is people’s awareness and comfort with the technology,” Robert Stasko, executive director of Ontario’s Hydrogen Business Council, told CBC News.
Renewable power generation overtook coal in the US last year
Renewable power generation was greater than coal in the US last year, but it wasn't the largest electricity source.
US intelligence report says Havana Syndrome probably wasn't caused by 'energy weapons'
It's "highly unlikely" that Russia is using rayguns to give US personnel nausea and headaches
Scientists achieve fusion ignition, a major milestone in clean energy production
Fusion power is now much closer to reality after scientists achieved the first reaction with a net energy game.
Fusion power is 'approaching' reality thanks to a magnetic field breakthrough
Scientists have made a magnetic field discovery that could help make fusion reactors a practical reality.
NASA helped find a security hole in spacecraft networks
NASA helped find a security flaw that could compromise the networks of spacecraft.
Hitting the Books: The fall 2022 reading list
Hitting the Books Quarterly is back with a brewer's six-pack of great titles to get you clear through to cuffing season!
Puerto Rico loses power as Hurricane Fiona brings threat of 'catastrophic' flooding
Almost exactly five years after Hurricane Maria left Puerto Rico in the dark, the US territory is once again facing a power crisis.
Ethereum completes the 'merge' that will make its crypto transactions greener
Ethereum has completed its much-anticipated "Merge" to a far more energy efficient method of minting new tokens.
The first fully hydrogen-powered passenger train service is now running in Germany
Alstom's Coradia iLint trains only emit steam and condensed water.
Toyota’s prototype 'cartridge' is a way to make hydrogen portable
One of the myriad issues with hydrogen as a clean energy source is infrastructure, as it's very expensive to move around and store an extremely explosive gas.
Atlassian co-founder takes big step toward shutting down Australia's coal power
One of Atlassian's founders has managed an upheaval that could force Australia's worst polluter to end coal power 10 years early.
The Energy Department will block sales of inefficient light bulbs
New efficiency standards may help reduce carbon emissions by 222 million metric tons.
JET nuclear fusion reactor shatters record for energy production
The Joint European Torus (JET) fusion reactor near Oxford in the UK has produced the highest level of sustained energy ever from atom fusion.
Wind and solar could meet 85 percent of current US electricity needs
Renewable sources may meet most power demands in 'advanced, industrialized nations,' according to a study.
Google's Nest Renew program can help you use more clean energy at home
Nest Renew will look at when the power going into your home is cleaner and turn your Nest thermostats on or off accordingly.