New research reveals the hidden $25 trillion cost of global energy and transport systems
The hidden social, environmental and health costs of the world's energy and transport sectors is equal to more than a quarter of the globe's entire...
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Charge your electric vehicle with solar while you shop — a win-win for vehicle owners and retailers alike
The number of people who own electric vehicles (EVs) is increasing, but they face a conundrum: Unlike those...
The true value of solar: turns out solar panels on your house actually benefits your entire community
Beyond the environmental benefits and lower electric bills, it turns out installing solar panels on your house actually...
How the COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating the end of global fossil power generation
COVID-19 has not only caused a temporary drop in global CO2 emissions, but it has also reduced the share of power generated by burning coal...
MIT measures infrastructure improvements that could lead to wider adoption of electric cars
A new study from researchers at MIT uncovers the kinds of infrastructure improvements that would make the biggest...
Agrivoltaic Systems: Combining solar energy and agriculture to mitigate climate change, assist rural communities
Co-developing land for both solar photovoltaic power and agriculture could provide 20 percent of total electricity generation in...
Infrastructure is a key component to balancing climate and economic goals in developing countries
Developing nations have an opportunity to avoid long-term dependence on fossil fuel-burning infrastructure as they move toward economic stability, even if they are slow to...
Environmental benefits of renewables vary on the nature of the conventional power generation being replaced
A new study from North Carolina State University finds that the environmental benefits of renewable power generation vary...
Future novel hybrid energy systems could lead to paradigm shifts in clean energy production, according to a new paper
Future novel hybrid energy systems could lead to paradigm shifts in clean energy production, according to a paper...
Shuttering fossil fuel power plants for carbon-free electricity may cost less than expected
Decarbonizing U.S. electricity production will require both construction of renewable energy sources and the retirement of power plants...
Hydrogen-powered heavy duty vehicles could contribute significantly to achieving climate goals
A partial transition of German road transport to hydrogen energy is among the possibilities being discussed to help meet national climate targets. A team of...
Fast growth scenarios for the solar photovoltaics industry can help meet Paris agreement targets
To meet the Paris Agreement's daunting goal of preventing Earth's average temperature from rising more than 2 degrees...
Scientists from the University of Surrey improve perovskite tandem solar cells power conversion efficiency
Scientists from the University of Surrey have revealed the significant improvements they are making in perovskite-based solar cells....
Scientists quantify the regional social impacts associated with fossil fuel to renewable energy transition
The European Green Deal aims to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the electricity sector, which could have substantial economic and social impacts across Central...
Climate change could mean fewer sunny days for hot regions banking on solar power
While solar power is a leading form of renewable energy, new research suggests that changes to regional climates...
Nuclear and renewables don’t mix. Only renewables can deliver truly low carbon energy, says new study
If countries want to lower emissions as substantially, rapidly, and cost-effectively as possible, they should prioritize support for...