Indian Scientists Spot Rare Supernova Shining With Borrowed Power Source
New Delhi: Scientists in India have spotted an extremely bright, hydrogen-deficient, rapidly evolving supernova that glows with energy borrowed from an exotic type of neutron star with an ultra-strong magnetic field. Such supernovae, called SuperLuminous Supernova (SLSNe), are very rare, and a close study of these ancient space objects can help unravel the mysteries of …
California looks out of state again to secure summer energy supply
California energy authorities are now taking action to secure the state’s electricity this summer. They expect to need help with the state’s power supply to make sure Californians’ lights stay on and air conditioners continue to buzz through the long, hot summer months. In a KCRA 3 Investigates report on the state’s power grid earlier …
This giant magnet could be a new source of zero carbon energy
Nuclear fusion could provide unlimited clean, carbon-free electricity. So far, experiments have failed to maintain the reaction for long enough. But now a giant magnet is at the heart of an attempt to make fusion energy a reality. Imagine almost unlimited clean, carbon-free electricity. It is the dream that prompts scientists to build the world’s …
Solar power was the only power source to surpass expectations during Texas blackout
At the height of winter storm Uri in February, at least 4.5 million Houses in Texas were without electricity. As blackouts scattered the state and surrounded urban centers like Fort Worth, Austin, Dallas and Houston, Texans were forced to get creative to get by. Some, left without heat, used their ovens and cars to stay …
Amazon rushes to secure green energy supply with impressive package of offers
kirstyfields / Pixabay Amazon Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN) has just secured its place as the world’s largest buyer of renewable energy by agreeing to purchase electricity from 14 wind and solar farms in North America and Europe. With the move, Jeff Bezos’ e-commerce colossus reaches a total of 10 gigawatts of green power capacity, adding up …
P2.7B Arayat-Mexico solar park to increase Luzon’s energy supply
P2.7B Arayat-Mexico solar park to increase Luzon’s energy supply June 24, 2021 at 4:02 PM A partnership between AC Energy and Citicore to develop the 72 megawatt Arayat-Mexico solar park in Pampanga is expected to boost energy supply in Luzon. According to a press release, the solar project is a 50-50 joint venture with an …
Competitive nuclear, Economic: Clean energy Source: Experts
Experts said on Thursday that nuclear power is a competitive, economical, reliable and clean source of energy due to its lower operating costs and reduced impact on the environment. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – June 24, 2021): Experts said on Thursday that nuclear power is a competitive, economical, reliable and clean source of …
‘Last energy source we’ve ever tamed’: British startup BC plant aims to harness nuclear fusion technology
Content of the article Burnaby-based General Fusion, a company backed by Jeff Bezos and Cenovus Energy Inc., has ambitions as grand as they come: It wants to harness nuclear fusion, essentially the same process that generates heat in the sun. Content of the article But nuclear fusion is still an emerging technology that has yet …
Turkey announces new YEKA wind power plant competitions
The Department of Energy and Natural Resources (“Ministry“) announced the details of the new competitions for wind power plants for the allocation of zones of renewable energy sources (Yenilenebilir Enerji Kaynak Alanları, YEKA) and connection capabilities. According to the ministry, competitions will be organized for 42 connection zones in order to allocate a connection capacity …
China’s Belt and Road Initiative transforms Kazakhstan’s energy supply
According to a report According to China’s state-run Xinhua News Agency, the wind farm in southern Kazakhstan near the city of Zhanatas is an example of how the Belt and Road initiative is transforming the energy supply of the country. Kazakhstan. The Belt and Road Initiative, launched by China in 2013, is a global infrastructure …