May 28, 2021
With technological advances, falling costs, increased interest, the ability to relieve carbon dependency and the tremendous economic potential, offshore wind energy holds great promise.
Feb 26, 2021
Despite its enormous potential, geothermal energy supplied just 0.4 percent of U.S. electricity in 2019.
Dec 30, 2020
Scientists have developed a material that works like a luminescent solar concentrator for producing energy directly where needed that can be applied to textiles.
Oct 30, 2020
As millions of metric tons of solar panel waste containing lead are projected in the coming years, groups are working ensure proper recycling protocols are in place.
Aug 31, 2020
A study that analyzed the climate impacts of hydropower generation facilities found that while many release almost no greenhouse gases, some can be worse than burning fossil fuels.
May 29, 2020
A high voltage can be generated from raindrops using a field-effect, transistor-style structure, reports a new study.
Researchers have found how the thermoelectric effect, or converting temperature differences into electricity, can be best used to power small, flexible devices.
Dec 30, 2019
Climate change is the most urgent environmental concern of the 21st century, according to most scientists. Chicago sustainability leaders say individuals can make a difference by resolving in 2020 to reduce or eliminate the use of fossil fuels and support important legislation that promotes clean energy.
The International Energy Agency predicts that renewable energy will surpass coal as the world’s leading source of electricity by 2030.
