Want to Boil Water? Step 1 – Grab Some Bubble Wrap
MIT engineers have invented a bubble-wrapped, sponge-like device that uses sunlight to boil water, even on relatively cool, overcast days.
Plugged In
More than wires - exploring the connections between energy, environment, and our lives
Study: Why You Should Consider Water and Energy When Buying Appliances
A new study from the University of Illinois helps us to understand which appliances will make the most difference in water and energy use in the home
D.C. Sets Renewables Target of 50% by 2032
This summer, the District of Columbia increased and extended its renewable portfolio standard target to 50% by 2032 and doubles the role of solar.
The Price of Solar Is Declining to Unprecedented Lows
Despite already low costs, the installed price of solar fell by 5 to 12 percent in 2015
India Achieves First-Ever Surplus of Power
While India makes strides in moving toward a power surplus, pollution is worsening and access to electricity remains a distant promise for millions
The Sticky Truth about Economic Growth and Climate Change
Why we need to talk about the costs of mitigation
For Data Lovers--Hourly Grid Operating Information Is Now Available from the EIA
The U.S. Energy Information Administration is now providing hourly electricity operating data online in near–real time
New Lithium–Oxygen Battery Is Scalable, Cheap and Quite Promising
Researchers have developed a new variation of lithium–oxygen battery chemistry that could overcome previous shortcomings for this promising storage technology
Uber is Working to Get More People into Fewer Cars
In his TED2016 talk, Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick talks about how we could use today’s technology to reduce congestion and pollution in our cities through carpooling.
Swiss Electric Buses Will Charge in a Flash
Why “fast charge” when you can “flash charge”? In Geneva, an innovative charging system will soon allow electric buses on Line 23 to charge their batteries en route
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