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New tech taps into the movement of tree branches to generate electricity

June 19, 2020 by Vlad Harabara

Inspired by the continuous flows of energy found in nature, a recent project has proved that the natural movement of trees may offer a sustainable alternative to power our cities in the future. The concept, called anemokinetics, is based on the first law of thermodynamics, … [Read more...] about New tech taps into the movement of tree branches to generate electricity

3 effective and often-overlooked tips to reduce your home’s energy use

February 4, 2020 by Vlad Harabara

There’s no shortage of earnest advice about all of the ways you can reduce your energy use at home. Beyond the obvious stuff like setting your thermostat wisely, many of the tips, tricks, and optimizations take a lot of effort for a small payoff. From Liam McCabe at the New York … [Read more...] about 3 effective and often-overlooked tips to reduce your home’s energy use

Scientists discover new way to break down bacterial infections using electricity

May 22, 2019 by Ivar Laanen

Biofilms are the tough gangs of the bacterial world. A slimy substance that forms when bacteria group together in a kind of gooey overlay, biofilm causes up to 80 percent of all bacterial infections. These formations usually adhere to surfaces around wounds or implanted medical … [Read more...] about Scientists discover new way to break down bacterial infections using electricity

UK scientists turn coffee industry waste into electricity

October 17, 2018 by JJ Kamp

Scientists have turned coffee waste into electricity for the first time, in research that could help farmers and curb pollution in the developing world. The coffee industry generates a huge amount of liquid waste during the process of turning the raw material of the tree – the … [Read more...] about UK scientists turn coffee industry waste into electricity

California amends rules to push vehicles toward hydrogen, electricity, biofuel

October 5, 2018 by Jurriaan Kamp

California's Air Resources Board (CARB) has announced that it would tighten restrictions on transportation fuels in the state in the hopes of spurring adoption of electric, hydrogen, and biofuel-based cars, trucks, buses, and even planes. Since 2011, CARB has had a Low Carbon … [Read more...] about California amends rules to push vehicles toward hydrogen, electricity, biofuel

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