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NUS develops perovskite nanocrystal scintillators for precise single-proton detection

NUS develops perovskite nanocrystal scintillators for precise single-proton detection by Simon Mansfield Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 02, 2024 In a significant leap forward for particle radiation detection technology, researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have introduced an innovative transmissive thin scintillator crafted from perovskite nanocrystals. This novel device is engineered for […]

Chinese firm to invest in US $198M solar panel factory in Durango

Solarever Group has announced another multi-million-dollar investment in Durango, as it seeks to expand renewable energy and electromobility manufacturing in the country. With an investment of 3.4 billion pesos (US $197.9 million), the solar panel manufacturing company recently announced its plans to build a factory for solar cells and panels, in addition to the assembly […]

What myths need busted in energy storage?

By SB Staff January 30, 2024 As part of our 2024 Energy Storage System Buyer’s Guide, we asked ESS and battery suppliers what myths needed busted in energy storage. Here is what they had to say. Myth: Lithium-ion is the best fit for stationary ESS Brad Dore, Senior Director of Marketing, EnerVenue. “The perception that […]

Activist fund urges BP to hit brakes on green energy

Activist fund urges BP to hit brakes on green energy by AFP Staff Writers London (AFP) Jan 29, 2024 Activist investment fund Bluebell Capital on Monday urged BP to scale back its “irrational” clean energy ambitions, one week before the British oil major’s annual results. The fund wants BP “to adjust strategy” to […]

Rwanda signs lithium deal with Rio Tinto

Rwanda signs lithium deal with Rio Tinto by AFP Staff Writers Kigali (AFP) Jan 29, 2024 Rwanda has signed an agreement with Australian mining giant Rio Tinto for the exploration and mining of lithium in the East African nation, the two parties said Monday. Lithium is a key component in the manufacture of […]

Bipartisan bill addressing lithium-ion battery fires awaits congressional action

Bipartisan bill addressing lithium-ion battery fires awaits congressional action by Dana Forsythe Washington DC (UPI) Jan 29, 2024 With electric bikes growing in popularity, poorly manufactured lithium-ion batteries and electronics have led to a spate of fires. New congressional legislation aims to fix the problem. With bipartisan support, members of the House and […]