Growing concern over the environmental footprint of digital infrastructure is drawing attention to an overlooked source of contamination: data centres. As highlighted in the article “Data centre infrastructure has a PFAS pollution problem,” published by Innovation News Network, the rapid expansion of these facilities may be contributing to the spread of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances…
A recent report highlights the growing role solar energy could play in reducing aviation’s carbon footprint, underscoring both its promise and its limitations as the industry seeks viable paths to sustainability. In “Solar energy could be key to sustainable aviation,” published by Tech Xplore, researchers examine how solar technologies might contribute to powering future aircraft…
Rising fuel price volatility is accelerating the shift toward electric vehicles in India’s last-mile delivery sector, particularly among ecommerce logistics firms, according to insights reported in the article “Fuel volatility accelerates EV leap in last-mile delivery for ecommerce logistics firms” published by The Economic Times. Companies operating large delivery fleets are increasingly turning to electric…
Stark Power, an Israeli renewable energy developer focused on the US market, has raised NIS 215 million in a financing round on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange as it accelerates construction and development of its American project pipeline. The fundraising underscores the continued role of Israel’s capital markets in backing overseas energy infrastructure, even as…
Recent research is raising fresh concerns about the reliability of solid-state batteries, a technology widely seen as a cornerstone of next-generation energy storage. According to an article titled “Why solid-state batteries are short circuiting” published by Tech Xplore, scientists are uncovering mechanisms that help explain why these batteries can fail unexpectedly, despite their theoretical advantages…
New research suggests that subtle changes in the spatial orientation of metal-containing molecules could unlock more efficient pathways for harvesting solar energy, according to a recent report published by Tech Xplore titled “Flip of metal complexes opens path to improved solar energy conversion.” The study focuses on metal complexes—molecular structures centered around a metal atom—that…
A durable policy framework that supports nuclear energy as part of the transition to net zero emissions is essential if governments are to meet long-term climate goals, according to a recent article titled “Establishing a long-term policy vision in favour of net zero nuclear,” published by Innovation News Network. The piece argues that while renewable…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former U.S. President Donald Trump held discussions focused on escalating tensions in the Middle East and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report published by The Economic Times titled “Iran war: PM Modi, Trump hold talks to discuss Middle East and Strait of Hormuz…
A new approach to storing vast amounts of energy could help address one of the most persistent challenges in the transition to renewable power, according to recent research highlighted in the TechXplore article “Extreme large-scale energy storage.” As renewable energy sources such as wind and solar continue to expand, the mismatch between when electricity is…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has convened a high-level meeting to assess the rapidly evolving crisis in West Asia and its potential implications for India’s energy security, according to a report titled “PM Modi calls high-level meeting to review West Asia crisis, India’s energy security” published by The Economic Times. The meeting brought together senior…
