Energy
A Great Lakes oil pipeline faces 3 controversies with no speedy resolutions
A Great Lakes oil pipeline faces 3 controversies with no speedy resolutions The Great Lakes oil pipeline, Line 5, faces three controversies with no speedy resolutions, including concerns over its safety, environmental impact, and Indigenous rights. The pipeline, operated by Enbridge, carries petroleum products from western Canada to refineries in eastern Canada and traverses the […]
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Where America’s CO emissions come from – what you need to know, in charts
Where America’s CO emissions come from – what you need to know, in charts The US emitted 5,053 million metric tons of CO2 into the atmosphere in 2022, with fossil fuel combustion being the largest source of emissions (93% of total emissions). Transportation accounts for 35% of CO2 emissions, followed by electricity generation (30%), and […]
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NASA Seeks Industry Feedback on Fission Surface Power
NASA Seeks Industry Feedback on Fission Surface Power NASA is seeking industry feedback on its Fission Surface Power system, which aims to provide power for lunar exploration and future human missions to Mars. The system would use a nuclear reactor to generate at least 100 kilowatts of electrical power, with a mass allocation of less […]
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Inside the search for sustainable aviation fuels, which are on the federal chopping block
Inside the search for sustainable aviation fuels, which are on the federal chopping block Reduced funding for sustainable aviation fuels: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed in July 2025 significantly reduces federal funding for efforts to create renewable or sustainable types of fuel that can power aircraft over long distances. Sustainable aviation fuels: These […]
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If everyone in the world turned on the lights at the same time, what would happen?
If everyone in the world turned on the lights at the same time, what would happen? If everyone in the world turned on their lights at the same time, it would create a huge surge in electricity demand, which power plants would need to respond to quickly to avoid a system crash. The impact of […]
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Why recycling solar panels is harder than you might think − an electrical engineer explains
Why recycling solar panels is harder than you might think − an electrical engineer explains Recycling solar panels is harder than it seems due to their complex design and materials, making it difficult to break them down and recover valuable components. The cost of recycling a solar panel can be three to four times higher […]
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Why energy markets fluctuate during an international crisis
Why energy markets fluctuate during an international crisis Energy markets can be significantly disrupted during international crises, such as wars, political instability, pandemics, and economic sanctions. The fluctuations in energy markets are often driven by imbalances between supply and demand, with disruptions to infrastructure, logistics, and transportation contributing to price volatility. Speculation and investor behavior […]
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Uranium enrichment: A chemist explains how the surprisingly common element is processed to power reactors and weapons
Uranium enrichment: A chemist explains how the surprisingly common element is processed to power reactors and weapons Uranium is a surprisingly common element that plays a crucial role in modern energy, medicine, and geopolitics, but its power is often misunderstood. Uranium-235, an isotope of uranium, is the key to nuclear fission, which releases large amounts […]
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Federal energy office illustrates the perils of fluctuating budgets and priorities
Federal energy office illustrates the perils of fluctuating budgets and priorities The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) within the Department of Energy faces challenges due to fluctuating budgets and priorities, which can lead to destabilization of agencies and cut off long-term projects. EERE’s funding levels have varied significantly over the years, with […]
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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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