EnergyStorage
Sulfur-based batteries could offer electric vehicles a greener, longer-range option
Sulfur-based batteries could offer electric vehicles a greener, longer-range option Sulfur-based batteries could offer electric vehicles a longer-range option, potentially up to 1,000 miles on a single charge, which is twice as far as the longest-range electric vehicles currently available. Lithium-sulfur batteries have the potential to store more energy than lithium-ion batteries of the same […]
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Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts
Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts The Trump administration’s cancellation and freezing of clean energy funding has also hurt essential work to improve the nation’s power grid, leaving Americans vulnerable to more frequent and longer-lasting power outages. The Department of Energy has defended the cancellations, citing that the projects did not […]
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Why solid-state batteries are set to take over the world
Why solid-state batteries are set to take over the world Solid-state batteries are poised to revolutionize energy storage by charging faster, running cooler, and packing more energy into less space than traditional lithium-ion versions. The new technology replaces flammable liquid with a solid material that is safer and far more efficient, enabling faster charging times […]
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Why predicting battery performance is like forecasting traffic − and how researchers are making progress
Why predicting battery performance is like forecasting traffic − and how researchers are making progress Battery performance prediction is challenging due to various factors such as temperature, physical structure, and material aging, making it comparable to forecasting traffic. Researchers are working on improving battery lifespan, calculating degradation, safety under extreme conditions, and exploring new materials […]
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How and where is nuclear waste stored in the US?
How and where is nuclear waste stored in the US? Nuclear waste from commercial power plants and military activities is stored at over 100 sites across 39 states, with approximately 90,000 tons of waste currently held. The majority of nuclear waste (spent fuel) is stored in concrete vaults above ground or in underground steel tanks, […]
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