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The latest energy production news from organisations working in solar, wind, hydro and hydrogen power solutions along with developments from the battery storage sector.

NREL manufactures wind turbine blades with help from robots

Researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory have used robots to help manufacture wind turbine blades.

UKAEA and CVŘ collaborate to develop UK fusion energy plant

The UKAEA has signed a multi-year deal with CVŘ to further the development of the UK fusion energy plant called STEP.

Enhancing the cyclability of lithium battery cathodes

High-capacity cathodes for new-generation lithium battery cathodes can be improved by doping with readily available mineral elements.

Realising a decarbonised Earth with collective battery storage

A novel study has highlighted that a collective battery storage system in communities may significantly help achieve a decarbonised planet.

Biofuel derived from energy cane enhances alternative fuel industry

A team of scientists have conducted four studies that may help to refine the process of manufacturing biofuel from energy cane.

Limerick Wave: converting wave energy to electricity

Limerick Wave’s mission is to transform the mechanical power of sea waves into electrical power for general consumption.

Is stand-alone renewable energy and clean water production possible?

Blue Power Synergy is working towards the creation of stand-alone renewable energy systems to produce not only electricity but also clean water.

What should the UK government’s new innovation strategy look like?

Ayming’s Njy Rios presents insights from the company’s roundtable discussion with industry experts as part of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy’s (BEIS) innovation strategy consultation.

Major breakthrough in the production of perovskite solar cells

Researchers have devised a method to create one of the elusive materials that is vital in the production of perovskite solar cells.

Unitized regenerative fuel cells for improved hydrogen production

Researchers show that unitized regenerative fuel cells lead to enhanced hydrogen production and power generation.

Nuclear energy roadmap launched by experts at Manchester University

Nuclear experts at the University of Manchester have created a roadmap comprised of the actions needed to evaluate the role of nuclear energy in the UK’s net zero future.

LED light bulbs to replace halogen light bulbs in Britain

In a shift towards a cleaner future, halogen light bulbs are to be banned in Britain from September 2021 and replaced with LED light bulbs.

Discovery of energy storage mechanism advances rechargeable batteries

Researchers have located a novel energy storage mechanism that may potentially achieve the elusive rechargeability of calcium-air batteries.

3D printed biodegradable battery provides green energy alternative

A groundbreaking biodegradable battery that can potentially transform energy storage as we know it, has been developed by researchers.

Meeting energy demands with seawater lithium extraction

Researchers have developed an innovative method of lithium extraction that utilises the most abundant yet elusive source on Earth, seawater.

Innovation News Network brings you the latest energy news from research organisations looking at more sustainable solutions to the increasing demand for renewable energy sources.

We also take a look at what is being done to advance energy storage technology and the capability of batteries to help manage energy reserves.

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