Google's first geothermal energy project is up and runningCarbon-free electricity is now flowing into the grid that serves Google's Nevada data centers.By K. Holt, 11.28.2023
The US electrical grid is in desperate need of upgrades, watchdog warnsThe SAFE Grid Security Project warns we’re not equipped to deal with modern energy demands and threats.By C. MacDonald, 09.26.2023
Scientists have reproduced last year's nuclear fusion breakthroughThey achieved a higher net energy yield this time around.By K. Holt, 08.07.2023
'Breakthrough' geothermal tech produces 3.5 megawatts of carbon-free powerFervo Energy's Nevada site is slated to power Google data centers.By K. Holt, 07.18.2023
North America’s first hydrogen-powered train debuts in CanadaIt’s a three-month loaner designed to encourage adoption across the continent.By W. Shanklin, 06.28.2023
Renewable power generation overtook coal in the US last yearNatural gas is still the largest electricity source, however.By J. Fingas, 03.29.2023
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.By S. Buckley, 03.01.2023
Scientists achieve fusion ignition, a major milestone in clean energy productionThe reaction created net positive energy, but the technology is still years from being deployed.By J. Fingas, 12.13.2022
Fusion power is 'approaching' reality thanks to a magnetic field breakthroughA boost from magnetism is nearly enough to achieve fusion ignition.By J. Fingas, 11.30.2022
NASA helped find a security hole in spacecraft networksThe vulnerability also affects aircraft and power plants, but it's relatively simple to fix.By J. Fingas, 11.15.2022
Hitting the Books: The fall 2022 reading listShorter days means more time for literature in the evenings!By A. Tarantola, 10.20.2022
Puerto Rico loses power as Hurricane Fiona brings threat of 'catastrophic' floodingThe island was still recovering from the devastation left by Hurricane Maria in 2017. By I. Bonifacic, 09.18.2022
Ethereum completes the 'merge' that will make its crypto transactions greenerIt now uses 'proof of stake' to approve new transactions.By S. Dent, 09.15.2022
The first fully hydrogen-powered passenger train service is now running in GermanyAlstom's Coradia iLint trains only emit steam and condensed water.By K. Holt, 08.25.2022
Toyota’s prototype 'cartridge' is a way to make hydrogen portableThe automaker is still convinced that H2 can be a viable clean energy source. By S. Dent, 06.02.2022
Atlassian co-founder takes big step toward shutting down Australia's coal powerA massive power company may have to switch to clean energy 10 years early.By J. Fingas, 05.30.2022
The Energy Department will block sales of inefficient light bulbsNew efficiency standards may help reduce carbon emissions by 222 million metric tons.By K. Holt, 04.26.2022
JET nuclear fusion reactor shatters record for energy productionThe same modeling shows that the much larger ITER reactor will work. By S. Dent, 02.10.2022
Wind and solar could meet 85 percent of current US electricity needsRenewable sources may meet most power demands in 'advanced, industrialized nations,' according to a study.By K. Holt, 11.08.2021
Google's Nest Renew program can help you use more clean energy at homeGet insights on the electricity coming into your house.By C. Low, 10.06.2021