Energy
AI technology causing surge in electricity prices
AI technology causing surge in electricity prices Artificial intelligence (AI) technology is having an impact on electricity prices. The energy required by AI systems could lead to higher cooling bills this summer. The exact cause of the surge in electricity prices is not explicitly stated, but it’s likely related to the increasing demand for power […]
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Robots run out of energy long before they run out of work to do − feeding them could change that
Robots run out of energy long before they run out of work to do − feeding them could change that Robots currently lack endurance due to their limited battery life, which is a major challenge in their ability to perform tasks that require sustained energy. The main issue with current batteries is their low energy […]
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AI could consume more power than Bitcoin by the end of 2025
AI could consume more power than Bitcoin by the end of 2025 A new analysis suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) could consume more power than Bitcoin by the end of 2025. According to Alex de Vries-Gao, a PhD candidate at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Institute for Environmental Studies, AI already accounts for up to a fifth […]
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High electricity prices zapping your budget? Here are 5 ways to save
High electricity prices zapping your budget? Here are 5 ways to save High electricity prices are expected to continue rising in Pennsylvania due to aging infrastructure, extreme weather, transmission bottlenecks, and increased demand. To lower their electric bills, consumers can try using less electricity by weatherizing their homes, installing energy-efficient appliances, and adjusting their thermostat […]
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Why your electricity bill is so high and what Pennsylvania is doing about it
Why your electricity bill is so high and what Pennsylvania is doing about it Pennsylvania residents can expect 10% to 20% increases in their electricity bills over the next three years, with some areas seeing estimated increases of up to 30%. The rising demand for electricity is driven by factors such as data centers, electric […]
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Do photons wear out? An astrophysicist explains light’s ability to travel vast cosmic distances without losing energy
Do photons wear out? An astrophysicist explains light’s ability to travel vast cosmic distances without losing energy Light travels at an incredible speed of 186,000 miles per second, making it the fastest thing in the universe. Despite its immense speed, light does not wear out or lose energy over vast cosmic distances because space is […]
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Alaska, rich in petroleum, faces an energy shortage
Alaska, rich in petroleum, faces an energy shortage Alaska, rich in petroleum and natural gas, faces an energy shortage due to declining oil production and a lack of infrastructure for transporting natural gas. The state’s North Slope has significant proven reserves of oil (2 million barrels per day at peak) and natural gas (35 trillion […]
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Power on the Dark Side: Stimulus-Responsive Adsorbents for Low-Energy Controlled Storage and Delivery of Low Boiling Fuels to Mobile Assets in Permanently Shaded Regions
Power on the Dark Side: Stimulus-Responsive Adsorbents for Low-Energy Controlled Storage and Delivery of Low Boiling Fuels to Mobile Assets in Permanently Shaded Regions Researchers are developing stimulus-responsive adsorbents to store low-boiling fuels for mobile assets in permanently shaded regions. The project focuses on Metal Oxide Frameworks (MOFs) that can store methane and oxygen, which […]
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Utilities choosing coal, solar, nuclear or other power sources have a lot to consider, beyond just cost
Utilities choosing coal, solar, nuclear or other power sources have a lot to consider, beyond just cost Utilities choosing power sources must consider factors beyond just cost, including reliability, flexibility, and environmental impact. The levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) is a key metric for comparing different power sources, with solar and wind energy having the […]
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White House plans for Alaskan oil and gas face some hurdles – including from Trump and the petroleum industry
White House plans for Alaskan oil and gas face some hurdles – including from Trump and the petroleum industry The White House has reopened large swaths of government land in Alaska to oil and gas drilling, despite concerns from conservation groups and Indigenous communities. The Trump administration’s plans for Alaskan oil and gas development are […]
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