In Short : Researchers have developed a groundbreaking cathode material that significantly improves the performance of zinc-ion batteries, making them viable for large-scale grid energy storage. The innovation enhances energy density, cycle life, and efficiency while using abundant, low-cost materials. This breakthrough could accelerate deployment of safer, more sustainable battery systems for balancing renewable energy […]
Indian scientists developed a self‑charging energy storage device powered by sunlight – EQ
In Short : Indian researchers have developed a self-charging solar energy storage device that integrates energy harvesting and storage into one unit. Designed as a photo-supercapacitor, the system captures sunlight and stores power simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate solar panels and batteries. The technology promises efficient, low-cost solutions for portable and off-grid energy needs. […]
Scientists advance our understanding of structural transitions in hybrid perovskites for renewable energy generation – EQ
In Short : Scientists have made advancements in understanding the structural transitions in hybrid perovskites, a key material in renewable energy generation technologies such as solar cells. The research enhances our knowledge of the material’s behavior during phase transitions, providing insights that can be crucial for improving the efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells. […]
Scientists Prove Space Solar Farms Work, Can Bring Clean Energy Back To Earth – EQ
UK researchers suggest the feasibility of creating affordable, lightweight space solar panels for energy generation. Scientists have been working tirelessly to find new ways to get clean energy. Their relentless pursuit has finally paid off with a ground breaking development: the deployment of solar panels in space. This innovative approach promises to revolutionise our access […]
Scientists turn plastic waste into clean fuel using solar energy – EQ Mag
Researchers from Cambridge University have demonstrated that carbon dioxide can be captured from industries or the air and converted into clean fuels using only solar energy. In their peer-reviewed publication, published on Monday, the researchers detailed the development of a solar-powered reactor that can transform captured CO2 and plastic waste into sustainable fuels and other […]
Ultra-thin Molybdenum Diselenide Solar Cells Reach 12% Efficiency in Space – EQ Mag
Scientists have achieved a significant milestone in space technology as ultra-thin molybdenum diselenide (MoSe2) solar cells surpass 12% efficiency. These groundbreaking solar cells, developed using molybdenum diselenide, offer improved data transmission speeds and cost competitiveness compared to traditional silicon solar cells. The space environment poses unique challenges for solar panels, necessitating the development of specialized […]
Sepiolite: A Natural, Non-Toxic Clay Substance that Could Enable Large-scale Perovskite Solar Energy Development – EQ Mag
Scientists have long sought to address the low stability of perovskite solar energy cells, enabling high-efficiency solar technology to move beyond the laboratory. Recently, Turkish scientists have found that a natural clay substance known as sepiolite could offer a solution to this problem. Sepiolite is a mineral with a structure similar to asbestos. Researchers from […]
Scientists Create Edible Rechargeable Battery that Can Be Safely Ingested – EQ Mag
How can we make batteries in medical devices safer and lessen their impact on the human body? Recently, Italian scientists have developed a completely edible and rechargeable battery that can be safely ingested. Edible electronics is an emerging field that has benefits for diagnosing gastrointestinal diseases, medical treatments, and food quality monitoring. One of the […]
Scientists Find New Way To Make Hydrogen Directly From Seawater – EQ Mag
Almost all the world’s hydrogen currently comes from fossil fuels and its production is responsible for around 830 million metric tons of carbon dioxide a year. green hydrogen production processes were both costly and relied on fresh or desalinated water. electrolysers currently use expensive catalysts and consume a lot of energy and water – it […]
New Breakthrough in Lithium Battery Studies Finds External Magnetic Field to Inhibit Dendrite Growth – EQ Mag
Scientists, in the midst of numerous battery energy storage technology in the new era, have placed high hopes on lithium batteries, and are looking to further prolong the battery of smartphones and the driving range of EVs by improving energy density. South Korean scientists have now proposed a new electrolyte solution that increases the stability […]