Energy

Transforming home heating: A study for social housing providers and developers

Achilleas Georgiou from the Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. UK Branch, explores transforming home heating by presenting a study for social housing providers and developers.

New laser design promises safer sensors and smarter tech

University of Illinois engineers have created a groundbreaking eye-safe crystal laser. This first-of-its-kind design, utilising a buried glass-like layer, promises safer sensors and smarter tech for defence, autonomous vehicles, and advanced applications/

UKAEA has launched a global fusion research fellowship with NTU Singapore as the first partner

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has launched a new International Fellowships Scheme, which is expected to enhance global talent in fusion energy research.

The EU has channelled €3.66 billion into cleaner energy projects across nine member states

To lead a sustainable energy future, the European Commission and the European Investment Bank have announced an investment of €3.66 billion from the EU’s Modernisation Fund.

Spain will host the EU’s first net-positive emissions building in Seville

The European Commission has started construction on a new building in Seville that will set new standards in sustainable architecture.

UK Government and industry leaders hope to power AI through AI energy grid

The UK Government is hosting the second meeting of the AI Energy Council today (30 June). This meeting will bring together senior leaders from technology firms and regulatory bodies to accelerate the transformation of the national grid in preparation for the growing demand for artificial intelligence.

Rural Europe faces a disproportionate burden of energy poverty, new report reveals

Nearly 48 million Europeans are struggling to heat their homes, and rural households are at the forefront of the crisis, according to a new report from the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC).

Key global energy issues, including renewables

Explore essential global energy issues, including renewable energy, decarbonisation, battery storage systems and solar panels.

U.S. secures $200 Billion LNG deal with Japan’s JERA

The Department of Energy and Department of the Interior have announced the finalisation of four long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) agreements between American producers and Japan's JERA Co., Inc.

New North Sea oil and gas fields incompatible with Paris Climate Goals

A UCL report states that new North Sea oil and gas fields are incompatible with the Paris Agreement climate goals. Researchers urge the UK government to cease licensing and halt the development of existing fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw, preventing catastrophic warming.

First schools in England power up with Great British Energy solar panels

Schools across England will benefit from £180 million in funding for Great British Energy solar panels.

Aluminium industry production: Reshoring, recycling and efficiency for increased capacity

Frederik Esterhuizen, Global Business Line Manager for Metals at ABB, discusses the future of aluminium, asserting that reshoring, recycling, and efficiency will lead to increased capacity.

Smarter industrial lasers: Machine learning revolutionises industrial metal processing

Industrial laser processes, vital for precise manufacturing, are being revolutionised by machine learning. This innovation promises to simplify complex operations in metal processing, making them more efficient and accessible for various applications, from automotive to medical.

New funding to help regulators fast-track innovation in health and transport

The UK government has announced a new wave of funding to help regulators cut unnecessary red tape and speed up access to emerging technologies, particularly in healthcare, transport, and energy.

UK launches AI energy council to support the nation’s AI future

The UK is taking steps to ensure its energy infrastructure is ready to support the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI).

U.S. Department of Energy takes steps to accelerate AI and energy infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced plans to boost America's Artificial Intelligence (AI) leadership while reducing energy costs by co-locating data centres with new energy infrastructure on DOE lands.

UK Government’s warm homes scheme to boost energy efficiency and cut carbon emissions

A Government initiative, The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme, is set to start in 2025. This scheme aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce the carbon emissions of homes in England.

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