Are advances in solar energy providing the answers we need as a planet? In view of the rising cost of non-renewable energy sources like oil, gas, and coal, heating bills have reached their highest levels in ten years. Economic and political conditions continue to limit energy sources, such as OPEC+ cutting oil production. The war in Ukraine caused […]
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Energy, Environment, Innovation
Amid growing concerns about how the construction industry impacts the environment and contributes to carbon emissions, the THRIVE Project has completed a significant study focussing on how construction materials affect the environment and shape the impact of buildings on nature. Here we explore Building With Purpose – Case Study Insights: Reducing the Carbon Footprint of
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Energy, Environment, Society, Sustainability, THRIVE News
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the demand for smart and sustainable infrastructure has become paramount. As cities expand, populations grow, and the effects of climate change become increasingly apparent, the need for innovative solutions to build and maintain resilient, efficient, and environmentally-friendly infrastructure is more important than ever before (Iberdrola, 2022). Population growth leads to
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Batteries are regarded as the core of electric vehicle (EV) technology. Unlike conventional car technology, EVs completely rely on batteries to deliver power (Hannan et al., 2021). In line with this, lithium-ion battery (LIB) technology is leading to a completely new and distinctive energy storage and application paradigm. LIBs have distinguished themselves as an essential
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Energy, Innovation, Science
The term ‘biofuel‘ is a type of fuel that is derived immediately from living matter (like corn ethanol). Biofuels are useful, sustainable resources that make a good alternative to fossil fuels (like petroleum). Historically, they have been manufactured from food crops, e.g., corn, sugarcane, palm oil, cottonseed, sunflowers, wheat and soybeans. Biofuels are carbon neutral
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Energy, Environment, Science
All forms of life require water, and simple and effective solar-powered desalination is the key. Water covers approximately 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface, yet the accessible traditional freshwater resources, including lakes, ponds, and creeks account for less than 0.3% of the total (Li et al., 2021). Projections suggest the global population will reach
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Energy, Environment, Science
“The innovation required of an emerging sustainable energy sector is so broad and immense, that it naturally invites and requires diversity in educational background and individual perspective” – “Women for Sustainable Energy: Strategies to Foster Women’s Talent for Transformational Change” Report Women in renewables can be agents of change. Renewable and decentralised energy solutions provide numerous
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Energy, Human Rights, Innovation, Science
occupational health and safety risk in wind energy and alternative aviation fuels Wind energy is still a relatively young industry (IRENA, 2019), which undergoes considerable changes by introducing new materials for turbine blades, towers and components. The specific sector has seen remarkable growth in recent years because of technological advancements and increased support from governments,
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Energy, Health, Society, Sustainability, Technology
We live on an abundant planet that is more than capable of powering our lives. Renewable energy sources are plentiful and spread out over the globe, and can help us transition from fossil fuels. Today, renewables are the cheapest source of energy and are undercutting fossil fuels significantly. Of all the renewables – solar, wind
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Energy, Innovation, Technology
Mitigating and adapting to climate change are key challenges of the 21st century. At the core of these challenges is the question of energy — more precisely, our overall energy consumption and our dependence on fossil fuels. The best course of action to mitigate the impacts of climate change is a transition away from fossil
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