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Renewable Energy

Tenth of world’s electricity now comes from wind and solar, according to UK thinktank

A tenth of the world’s electricity now comes from wind and solar, according to new research by London-based thinktank, Ember. The report, entitled Global Electricity Review 2021, found wind and solar have driven a record fall in global coal generation in 2020, which dropped by 4 per cent. Global programme lead at Ember, Dave Jones, told Euronews Living: “What’s impressive from our analysis is that … Continue reading Tenth of world’s electricity now comes from wind and solar, according to UK thinktank

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Jet fuel made from food waste and other “wet waste” could cut carbon emissions by 165%

Jet fuel made from food waste and other “wet waste” could reduce carbon emissions by 165% compared to fossil fuel, according to new research. Researchers in the US have discovered a way to transform food scraps and used cooking oil, as well as animal manure and wastewater into a type of paraffin that works in jet engines. The new study, published in the Proceedings of the … Continue reading Jet fuel made from food waste and other “wet waste” could cut carbon emissions by 165%

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Vortex Bladeless: Tech startup create bladeless wind turbines said “to reduce environmental impact”

Tech startup Vortex Bladeless has developed a bladeless turbine that generates electricity by oscillating within wind range. The 10ft tall vibrating turbine is said to create noise at a frequency that is virtually undetectable to humans and according to Vortex Bladeless, does not pose the same dangers as wind turbines which can be a threat to bird migration patterns or wildlife. Vortex technology uses no blades nor … Continue reading Vortex Bladeless: Tech startup create bladeless wind turbines said “to reduce environmental impact”

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Seville oranges deposited by trees on city streets used to generate electricity

Spain’s southern city of Seville, famed for its oranges, is collecting oranges fallen and discarded on public roads and using it to generate electricity. Under a pilot programme, the city’s municipal water company, EMASESA is piloting a scheme to produce energy from leftover oranges, demonstrating its commitment to a circular economy. Seville City Council employs around 200 people during the winter season to collect the … Continue reading Seville oranges deposited by trees on city streets used to generate electricity

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Solar-powered irrigation system helps Rwandan farmers to farm more efficiently and sustainably

A startup in Rwanda is bringing new solar-powered irrigation technology to farmers. The high tech solar power plant developed by USAID and Rwandan engineers has enabled polluting diesel fuel pumps to be replaced with solar pumps. In recent times in Rwanda, predictable rains have become scarce, and farmers have become more reliant on irrigation systems to water their crops. By switching to a climate-friendly solution … Continue reading Solar-powered irrigation system helps Rwandan farmers to farm more efficiently and sustainably

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Recycling & Packaging, Renewable Energy

Wind turbine blades to be recycled and turned into raw material for use in cement in a US first

Wind turbine blades that have reached the end of their life in the US are to be recycled and turned into raw material for use in cement manufacturing. The recycling initiative, the first of its kind in the US, is a partnership between resource management company Veolia and GE Renewable Energy. Once removed from the wind turbines, the blades – mainly composed of fiberglass – … Continue reading Wind turbine blades to be recycled and turned into raw material for use in cement in a US first

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DualSun creates 2-in-1 solar panel that generates electricity and hot water simultaneously

French solar panel manufacturers DualSun are taking solar panels to the next level with the creation of an innovative solar panel that generates electricity and hot water simultaneously for homes and buildings. A regular photovoltaic panel converts 20% of the sun’s energy into electricity while the remaining 80% is lost as heat. DualSun’s hybrid panel captures this heat and transfers it to produce hot water. With … Continue reading DualSun creates 2-in-1 solar panel that generates electricity and hot water simultaneously

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AuREUS: New material made from waste crop, which converts UV light into renewable energy, wins a James Dyson award

A new material, made from waste crop which converts UV light into renewable energy, is among the winners of the 2020 James Dyson Award. The James Dyson Award’s first ever Sustainability Award winner is tackling the challenge of how to more effectively generate renewable energy from light and upcycling waste in the process. With the aim of addressing shortcomings in solar energy production – such … Continue reading AuREUS: New material made from waste crop, which converts UV light into renewable energy, wins a James Dyson award

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Wales’ only thermal spring could power local primary school under proposed plans

Wales’ only thermal spring could be used to heat rooms at a local primary school in Taff’s Well near Cardiff. Water from the thermal spring in the village of Taff’s Well could be used as a renewable energy source to heat Ffynnon Taf Primary School, under a planned project which would cost around £3million. Taffs Well thermal spring, which runs constantly at 21C (70F), flows … Continue reading Wales’ only thermal spring could power local primary school under proposed plans

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Nissan’s pop-up exhibition enables visitors to experience the future of mobility and pay for parking with electricity

Nissan’s new exhibition centre, aimed at promoting the use of EVs, is enabling visitors with electric vehicles to pay for their parking with electricity from their cars. Described as an interactive exhibition and entertainment facility, Nissan Pavilion opened up last month near Nissan’s headquarters in Yokohama. The 10,000-square-metre, zero-emission Pavilion is outfitted with solar panels and supplied with renewable hydroelectric power. The 10,000-square-metre exhibition space, … Continue reading Nissan’s pop-up exhibition enables visitors to experience the future of mobility and pay for parking with electricity

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