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
Honda announces plans to build electric VTOLs and telepresence robotsThe company also seeks to expand its presence in the space industry.By A. Tarantola, 09.30.2021
Fusion energy nears reality thanks to an ultra-powerful magnetThe technology could be key to practical fusion power plants.By J. Fingas, 09.12.2021
Tesla applies to become an energy supplier in TexasThe company filed an application with the state's Public Utility Commission in mid-August. By I. Bonifacic, 08.27.2021
Laser-powered fusion energy inches closer to realityIt could be a viable alternative to other fusion reactor technologies.By J. Fingas, 08.18.2021
IKEA will sell clean energy to Swedish homesPower your lights with the help of the store you bought them from.By J. Fingas, 08.17.2021
A Tesla Megapack caught fire at the Victorian Big Battery facility in AustraliaA toxic smoke warning was reportedly issued in nearby areas.By S. Shah, 07.30.2021
China plans to build the first 'clean' commercial nuclear reactorThorium-based tech produces safer waste and can't be easily used for nukes.By J. Fingas, 07.25.2021