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The Innovation Arms Race in Marginal Wells: Can Tech Solve the Methane Problem?

Jun 12, 2025 - Ellie Gabel

Marginal wells — or low-producing or stripping wells — are energy sources that yield limited volumes of oil or gas. They account for a surprisingly large share of active wells across North America and other…

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The Rise of Hydrogen Electrolysis Transforms Sustainable Energy

May 22, 2025 - Emily Newton

The benefits of green hydrogen are too many to ignore, making it the subject of countless research projects and investor portfolios. Recent history has seen a rise in electrolysis interest. Is it enough to finally stabilize it as a pillar of clean power?

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The National Electric Grid Is Ready for Retirement. What Do We Do?

Apr 10, 2025 - Lou Farrell

Blackouts and brownouts could become part of everyday life by 2026 unless we modernize the aging national electric grid.

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Algae Energy Can Succeed Where Other Renewable Generators Can’t

Feb 27, 2025 - Lou Farrell

When people think of renewable energy, they mostly think of solar panels and wind turbines. Some others might consider hydropower or geothermal heat pumps. However, there is a sneaky yet mighty alternative out there that…

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Biofuels: The Truth About “Clean” Fuel

Feb 11, 2025 - Ellie Gabel

Electric vehicles (EVs) get most of the attention in the green vehicle space, but they’re not the only option. Some research has instead focused on biofuels — which work in combustion engines like fossil fuels…

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The Future of Mineral Rights in the Age of Renewable Energy

Jan 23, 2025 - Ellie Gabel

Mineral rights are vital in industrial and supply chain sectors, as they determine who owns and controls access to underground resources like oil, gas and minerals. These resources are the backbone of manufacturing, production and…

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Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Guide to Sustainability

Jan 6, 2025 - Ellie Gabel

Lithium-ion battery recycling is crucial for environmental, social and economic sustainability. However, few governments and corporations have embraced it because it is time-consuming and expensive. Most alternatives have their own flaws. Why isn’t recycling lithium…

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A Deep Dive into Critical Minerals: Sources, Uses and Future Trends

Oct 2, 2024 - Lou Farrell

Not all materials and minerals are created equal, which is why organizations have created a designation known as critical minerals. These are the most important to society, as they shape industry, consumer behaviors and tech…

Addressing the Challenges of Solar Panel Recycling

Oct 1, 2024 - Emily Newton

Solar panel recycling isn’t easy. What must happen to change that?

Clean Energy Spotlight: How Do Wind Turbines Generate Electricity?

Aug 22, 2024 - Ellie Gabel

Throughout history, humans have relied on the wind to power critical processes like moving grain mills and pushing vessels across the seas. By the 19th century, scientists had developed the first turbines to convert this…

Renewable Energy in Europe: A Decade of Innovation and Sustainability

Jul 25, 2024 - Ellie Gabel

The last 10 years have seen a sharp increase in the adoption of renewable energy in Europe, driven by deliberate actions to reduce reliance on fossil fuel power generation.  As a cornerstone of sustainable development,…

Highlighting and Addressing the Dangers of Electric Cars

Jul 11, 2024 - Lou Farrell

Check out these dangers of electric cars and what potential or current owners should know.