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Energy refers to the application of engineering to energy efficiency and services, facility management, ecology, and alternative energy technologies. It includes renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal power, biofuels, and hydro power.
Researchers maximize the amount of electricity you can get from bathroom waste
For years now, in accordance with growing interest in sustainability, scientists have been trying to reap the…
New glass technology may turn windows into TV screens
Engineers from the University of British Columbia have been working on technology that might make it possible to…
How these smart-energy systems can improve hybrid efficiency
While plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are a good alternative to gas-only cars when it comes to reducing…
New tech will make your smartphone battery last 7 days
Seven-days. Imagine seven days without needing to plug in your cellphone to charge. Soon you won't have to imaging…
Scientists create energy device that produces hydrogen at temps hotter than sun
A team of scientists from the Institute of Plasma Physics, part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has just made a…
UK will be home to the world’s largest wind farm
By 2020, the UK will be home to the world's largest offshore wind farm. DONG Energy company has decided to build…
Ditch the batteries: Researchers figure out how to power devices with footsteps
University of Wisconsin - Madison engineers have figured out a way to power devices by plugging them into your shoe…
European airline reveals plans for hybrid plane that will save on fuel
In order to make flight more environmentally friendly, as well as save money on fuel, one Europe's largest…
Store electricity for your home with this plug-in battery system
With renewable energy sources on the rise, companies are constantly looking for ways create a consistent flow of…
How to generate electricity with cardboard, tape, and a pencil
Researchers from EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) stumbled upon a clever discovery, using everyday…