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December 6, 2023

Aviation’s Hybrid-Electric Era Begins with EcoPulse Test Flight

EcoPulse, a collaborative creation by Airbus, Daher, and Safran, recently achieved a groundbreaking feat in the realm of aviation. On November 29, 2023, this hybrid-electric aircraft, a modified Daher TBM 900 turboprop,

Energy·Sustainability·Technology

WAVJA’s PES Delivers 200x More Efficiency Than Solar Panels, Powering Through Day and Night With Sun and LED Energy

The world has again taken one step towards its ever-changing landscape of renewable energy. WAVJA, a US-based company, introduced PES (Photon Energy System). PES is a green energy system that converts light into electrical energy. A set of tiny ball-like

August 12, 2024

Airbus and DG Fuels Forge a Green Path: A Journey Toward Sustainable Aviation Fuel!

Energy·Sustainability·Technology

In a world increasingly conscious of its ecological footprint, the collaboration between Airbus and DG Fuels, announced on September 12, 2023, signifies a noteworthy

From Cars to Green Energy: Nissan Transforms Old EV Batteries into Sustainable Power Stations!

Design·Sustainability

Nissan, in collaboration with JVC Kenwood and 4R Energy, has innovatively repurposed old Leaf EV batteries into portable power stations. These revamped batteries, sourced

Yi Yang, a postdoctoral fellow co-advised by Ted Sargent and Mercouri Kanatzidis, is first author of the study which improves the protective layer of perovskite solar cells in an effort to extend their life and enhance performance.

Energy·Science

Scientists Triple Perovskite Solar Cell Lifespan and Achieve 26.3% Efficiency with New Amidinium Coating

A research team at Northwestern University has created a protective coating that triples the lifespan of perovskite solar cells under harsh conditions, according to their study published in Science on November 22,

Rahul Somvanshi

November 27, 2024

Business·Pollution·Science

Carbon Recycling Roadmap: Princeton’s Plan to Repurpose 10% of CO₂ Emissions into Building Materials, Fuels, and Profitable Goods

Princeton University researchers have identified potential uses for recycled carbon that could reuse up to about 10% of carbon dioxide emissions. A study led by Emily Carter establishes a comprehensive roadmap for

Sunita Somvanshi

November 10, 2024

Maritime·Sustainability

Amogy’s NH3 Kraken Sets Sail: The World’s First Carbon-Free Tugboat Tackles 1 Billion Tons of Global Shipping Emissions

Carbon footprints bother environmentalists. The election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the US also is a cause for worry for lovers of nature, as Trump is not enthusiastic about

Karmactive Staff

November 9, 2024

New Smart Charger May Pave the Way for More EVs. Photo Source: Georgia Tech

Electric·Mobility·Technology

Georgia Tech’s Smart Electric Charger System to Cut Peak Power Loads, Grid Strain Amid EV Surge

The 21st century belongs to electric vehicles. In 2024, more than one in five cars sold worldwide is an EV (electric vehicle). Half of all new cars sold globally will be EVs

Rahul Somvanshi

October 28, 2024

Sustainability·Technology

Xbox’s Sustainability Efforts Cut Over 1.2 Million Metric Tons of CO2—Here’s How Your Console Plays a Role

Microsoft has announced efforts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from Xbox game consoles during the 2020-2023 fiscal years. These innovations include greening game code and allowing players to choose an energy-saving mode,

Rahul Somvanshi

September 25, 2024

MySE 16-260, OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE. PHOTO SOURCE: Mingyang

China·Energy·Technology

China’s Mingyang Builds a 22 MW Offshore Wind Turbine Taller Than the Eiffel Tower With a Rotor Span of 310 Meters

A new project promises to break records in the renewable energy sector. It involves the construction of a mega offshore wind turbine the size of the Eiffel Tower. The announcement was made

Sunita Somvanshi

August 14, 2024

Aviation·Hydrogen

American Airlines Charges Toward Net-Zero with 100 ZeroAvia Engines, Eyes $10 Billion Revenue Boost

American Airlines, a Fort Worth-based airline, has agreed to purchase 100 hydrogen-electric engines from clean aviation company, ZeroAvia. American Airlines plans to use these in their regional jet aircraft. According to the

Karmactive Teamand

Rishabh Mosalpuria

July 22, 2024

Energy·Maritime

Charybdis: 472-Foot Vessel Boosts US Offshore Wind with 2,200-Ton Crane, 14,000 Tons of Steel, and 1,200 Jobs

Meet the Charybdis, the first of its kind offshore wind turbine installation vessel in the US. Launched in April 2024 by Dominion Energy, this Jones Act compliant vessel is a big deal

Sanat Anand

July 15, 2024

50Steel- A new concept of boat incorporating new features never seen before.

Mobility·Technology

Sanlorenzo’s 50 Steel Superyacht Launches with World-First Green Methanol Fuel Cells, Promising 90% Emissions-Free Usage

Sanlorenzo, an Italian-based company, launched a new 164-foot superyacht from a brand new series dubbed 50 Steel. The impressive specification of an innovative green methanol fuel cell system is a striking feature.

Karmactive Teamand

Pritesh Gaikwad

July 13, 2024

A350 flight test aircraft followed by DLR chase plane during ECLIF3 flight campaign "Photo Credits-Airbus"

Aviation·Energy

Airbus Tests 100% SAF on A350: Can it Slash Global Aviation Emissions by 80%?

Airbus recently conducted an in-flight test with 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in partnership with Rolls-Royce, the German Aerospace Centre (DLR), and SAF producer Neste. The test on both engines of an

Sanat Anand

June 28, 2024

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