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Scientists Discover Flexible Diamond Can Generate Electricity, Opening New Possibilities for Tiny Self-Powered Medical Devices Future

Ultrathin flexible diamond membranes generate electricity when bent, challenging a century-old assumption and raising possibilities for future medical devices.

Medical Daily

In 2021, Berkeley Lab made a roof coating that switches at 67°C. Today, it beats existing coatings in 12 of 15 US climate zones, cutting household electricity use 10%

Installing TARC could help the average U.S. household reduce electricity consumption by up to 10 percent annually. Another advantage of TARC is its balance between cooling and heating performance, according to the research team.

The Economic Times

In 1991, Curitiba began exchanging recyclables for bus tokens and food. 35 years later, the city recycles 70% of its waste while creating jobs and supporting families

In Curitiba, Brazil, residents can exchange recyclable waste for fresh food. Other cities have found different uses for what people throw away. Belo Horizonte has brought waste pickers into formal recycling systems. Bogotá captures landfill methane to produce energy. These programs reveal a practical shift in urban waste management: garbage…

The Economic Times

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Pakistan power crisis deepens as Karachi reels from 24-hour blackouts

Karachi's electricity crisis has intensified, with residents in several parts of the city reporting outages lasting up to 24 hours. Rights activists in Pakistan have warned that prolonged loadshedding is placing a growing burden on low-income families.

The Times of India

Germany directly blames Russia for attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport – as it happened

Russia believed to be behind hybrid activities in Germany and Europe, minister says

The Guardian - UK

Solar cuts ‘at least £400 from bills in even the cloudiest British areas’

Savings grow as energy prices in Great Britain rise and cost of panel installation falls, analysis finds

The Guardian - UK

Heatwaves and secret emissions: Why nuclear power may not be as ‘green’ as you think

The war on Iran has triggered calls to double down on nuclear power. But is it really ‘clean’, can Europe’s energy grid cope and will it survive the wrath of climate change?

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In 2013, Farmers RECC secured a $1 million USDA loan to capture landfill methane in Glasgow, Kentucky. 7 years later, the plant reached full capacity, powering 547 homes

Glasgow landfill project ultimately offers a compelling lesson in how communities can rethink waste, energy and environmental responsibility at the same time. The $1 million USDA loan helped make methane capture infrastructure affordable, while the completed facility transformed landfill gas into a useful source of local electricity.

The Economic Times

Around 1600, a pioneering English physician and natural philosopher invented versorium, the first electroscope, and detected the presence of static electric charges

Around 1600, William Gilbert invented the versorium, the first electroscope, to detect static electric charges. The English physician and natural philosopher studied electricity and magnetism through experiments. His work helped separate magnetism from static electricity. He also argued that Earth is a giant magnet and used a terrella to demonstrate…

The Economic Times

Nat-Gas Prices Climb on Sweltering US Heat

October Nymex natural gas (NGV26 ) on Monday closed up +0.047 (+1.63%). Nat-gas prices settled higher on Monday as forecasts for triple-digit temperatures over the coming week in the US will boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power increased air-conditioning use. According to NatGasWeather.com, near-record high temperatures are expected...

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Trump Warns Cities Against Rejecting Data Centers: China 'Could Not Be Happier' With Growing Opposition

Trump described data centers as a "Golden Goose" for the U.S. economy.

International Business Times

In 1896, American electrical engineer laid the foundation for modern electric cooking appliances with the invention of revolutionary electric stove

In 1896, American electrical engineer William S. Hadaway Jr. received the first U.S. patent for an electric stove. His design used resistance wires to produce controlled cooking heat and addressed uneven heating found in earlier electric cooking attempts. His work helped develop electric cooking appliances and was followed by inventions…

The Economic Times

Science says sharks can hunt in total darkness using electricity: The biology behind their sixth sense

A shark does not always need to see a fish to detect that a living creature is nearby. In murky water, beneath the sand or during the final moments of an attack, it can rely on another remarkable source of information: electricity. Sharks possess specialized sensory organs called the ampullae…

The Economic Times

7 common heat pump myths – and the truth behind them

From fears about cold weather and noise to concerns over cost and disruptive installations, heat pumps are still surrounded by misconceptions. We separate the myths from the facts

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The Economic Times

Tamil Nadu hikes milk procurement price to Rs 44 as Mumbai wholesale rates jump Rs 9

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced a milk procurement price increase to Rs 44 per litre. He also revealed plans for a semiconductor park and new electricity corridors in Kanchipuram. Meanwhile, Mumbai's milk prices will rise by Rs 9 per litre starting September 1, 2026. This adjustment will impact…

The Economic Times

14-year-old Kerala girl losing time washing clothes by hand during her Class X exams designed a bicycle-powered washing machine for Rs 2,000 that doesn't need electricity

A 14-year-old girl from Kerala turned a household problem into a simple invention when her Class X exams coincided with her mother’s illness and family laundry fell on her and her twin sister. Remya Jose designed a pedal-powered washing machine for about Rs 2,000 that worked without electricity and later…

The Economic Times

Science says some spiders can launch into the sky using silk and electricity to fly and the physics is wild

Ballooning is a form of aerial dispersal in which a spider climbs to an exposed spot, lifts its abdomen, releases strands of silk and allows the wind to carry it into the air. Some spiders have been recorded at altitudes of around 4 kilometers and are capable of traveling hundreds…

The Economic Times

OIL Green Energy signs MoUs with Haryana for 5,000 TPD waste-to-clean-energy projects

Oil India Limited's subsidiary signed MoUs with four Haryana municipalities. These agreements aim to develop integrated Compressed Biogas and Waste-to-Energy projects. The proposed facilities will process municipal solid waste scientifically. This initiative will produce Compressed Biogas and generate green electricity. The projects support sustainable waste management and clean energy goals.

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How much can you really save with plug-in solar? I've crunched the numbers next to my EcoFlow Stream Ultra X — and it's not as sunny as it sounds

With the era of Plug-in solar coming to the UK, what does this mean for those with increasing electricity bills?

The Economic Times

US election candidates turn on AI data centers as power bills, noise fuel anger

Data centers are now a key election issue across America. Rising electricity bills and noise pollution fuel voter anger against Big Tech companies. Candidates from both parties are campaigning on opposition to these facilities. Some states have imposed moratoriums and new regulations on data center development. This growing opposition challenges…

The Economic Times

In 2025, researchers built a box from porous PMMA sheets that reflected 96% of sunlight; 80°F outdoor air measured 65.3°F inside without electricity

Innovative materials scientists are exploring passive cooling techniques to lessen the demand for air conditioning. They have engineered a porous PMMA material that effectively reflects solar radiation, demonstrating a notable temperature difference compared to outdoor air. This cooling phenomenon is attributed to the scattering of light within the material's tiny…

The Economic Times

NCRTC signs pact for 110 MW solar plant to meet 60 pc of Namo Bharat corridor's power needs

NCRTC will procure solar power for the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor. A 110 MW solar plant will meet nearly sixty percent of electricity needs. This plant, costing Rs 450 crore, will be commissioned within twenty-four months. It aims to reduce operational costs and dependence on conventional power sources. The project…

The Economic Times

In 2020, researchers tested a self-moistening hydrogel mat under solar panels; it cooled them by at least 10°C and boosted output by up to 19%

New research introduces a cooling gel for solar panels. This gel absorbs moisture at night and releases it as vapor during the day. The cooling effect significantly boosts electricity output and panel longevity. This innovation promises to reduce solar electricity production costs. The technology offers a low-maintenance solution for hotter…

The Economic Times

Pakistan in the dark again: 4,000 MW shortfall and fuel failures unleash crippling blackouts

Pakistan’s electricity crisis has worsened as the nationwide power shortfall exceeds 4,000 MW, triggering longer outages across several regions. Lahore and Punjab are facing two to three hours of load-shedding, while LESCO’s deficit has crossed 1,200 MW. Falling power generation, network tripping and an undelivered RLNG vessel are adding pressure,…

The Guardian - UK

Households could save up to £173 a year by switching to fixed energy deal

Moving tariffs will cushion the blow from the October price cap rise and the increase widely predicted for January

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