Improving solar cell efficiency with upconversion nanoparticles
An international research group has developed a light upconversion system that can reportedly improve crystalline silicon solar cell efficiency by up to 0.87%. The technology consists of multilayer nanoparticles that act as near-infrared absorbers across different spectral ranges.
Coal-based steelmaking plans jeopardize India’s net-zero target
The “build now, decarbonize later” approach misses the opportunity to develop steel capacity using low-emissions technologies, which could make India a leader in green steel capacity, save on decarbonization efforts later, and reduce current and future stranded asset risk in the industry.
Hitachi Energy advances energy forecasting with new AI solution
Hitachi Energy’s Nostradamus AI solution enables users to make better decisions by quickly generating accurate forecasts for solar and wind generation, market pricing, load, and more.
Avaada Group commits INR 1 lakh crore renewable energy investments in Rajasthan
Avaada Group will invest across pumped storage, green hydrogen, green ammonia, wind and solar power projects in Rajasthan.
Mercedes-Benz testing new solar paint
Mercedes-Benz said it is now evaluating a 20%-efficient, non-silicon photovoltaic coating that is significantly cheaper than conventional solar modules.
The Hydrogen Stream: Greenzo Energy, EODev partner to launch Toyota hydrogen fuel cell-powered generators in India
Greenzo Energy will introduce EODev’s emission-free generators powered by Toyota hydrogen fuel cell technology in India and Nepal. This long-term partnership also includes provisions for local assembly of EODev products by Greenzo Energy.
New sodium-ion developments from CATL, BYD, Huawei
Sodium-ion batteries are undergoing a critical period of commercialization with Chinese cleantech juggernauts actively working on their products.
Indian scientists develop 40%-efficient dye sensitized solar cell for indoor applications
An India-based research team has boosted the power conversion efficiency and stability of indoor dye-sensitized solar cells based on co-sensitized organic dyes. The best indoor PV devices achieved 40% efficiency under 4000 lux fluorescent lighting and 10.40% under standard AM 1.5G one sun illumination.
The Hydrogen Stream: IIT Bombay, HSBC green hydrogen programme selects six innovative projects for incubation
The shortlisted technologies and solutions include energy-efficient green hydrogen generators, indigenous hydrogen storage systems for commercial vehicles, and alternative combustion burners to improve air quality.
Sky’s the limit with fast-charging Li-S battery breakthrough inspired by antiseptic
From antiseptic wound care to an ultra-fast charging lithium-sulfur battery, Monash University engineers have taken inspiration from the chemistry of betadine to develop and commercialise a battery that makes electric aircraft a future possibility.
