Low Carbon Energy
Scientists turn plastic waste and CO2 into sustainable fuel
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have converted CO2 and plastic waste into syngas.
Renewables in the US require plenty of new transmission lines
Current power lines aren't far-reaching enough and plans are afoot to extend transmission in hard-to-reach areas.
Coal could serve a key role in the transition to hydrogen
Hydrogen shows much promise as a clean energy source, but we will need an affordable infrastructure for it.
How we can make EVs even better for the planet
Many of the adverse environmental effects are hidden because they happen before anyone gets in the driver’s seat.
Africa’s energy future and the fight over the EACOP pipeline
African nations like Nigeria bank on oil and gas resources. But pushback against the EACOP project points to risk and the renewable future.
Do we need to fireproof solar panels?
There is a limit to how much heat solar panels can handle and fire damage can make them dangerous.