Technical institutes
Investigators at Eindhoven University of Technology have published a new report on physics, presenting an inverse method to compute freeform reflector and lens surfaces for generalized zero-etendue sources. The research aims to tackle complex light distributions, with the goal of optimizing optical surfaces for various applications. By parameterizing the initial
Energy management
Climate change significantly influences building energy retrofitting in the construction industry's response to environmental issues. A recent study at Tsinghua University analyzed the impact of climate change on retrofit benefits and found it to play a substantial role in energy-saving measures. The research aimed to develop an analytical
Electronic components
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of microfluidics, introducing a novel concept for directional liquid transport within confined spaces. The team employed a unique approach, leveraging interfacial instability during the dissolution process to sculpt gradient ratchet structures on the inner wall
Energy management
Researchers from Henan University of Science and Technology have proposed an innovative energy-saving strategy for hybrid tractors, leveraging the integration of working condition prediction and Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient and Fuzzy control (DDPG-Fuzzy) to optimize energy consumption. The study establishes a hybrid tractor system dynamics model, predicting working conditions and
Energy management
Researchers at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad have developed a new dual-functional catalyst that improves the efficiency of hydrogen production through electrochemical water splitting. The catalyst, composed of phosphide/layered double hydroxide (LDH) heterostructures, has shown significant enhancements in catalytic performance, reducing the overpotential and increasing the current density of hydrogen
Energy management
Researchers have made a significant discovery in the field of science, specifically in the area of seawater electrolysis. This process offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for hydrogen production, addressing two of the world's most pressing issues: the energy crisis and global warming. A new metal-organic framework, Co-MUM-5,
Energy management
Researchers from the University of Utrecht have published a study that combines top-down and bottom-up analysis to assess the impact of energy efficiency policies on climate goals. The study, published in Energy Efficiency, investigates the development of Dutch residential energy use from 2020 to 2023 within the framework of the
Energy management
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' Environmental & Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd. (MHIEC) has received an order from Kanazawa City for fundamental equipment improvement work at the Kanazawa City Eastern Environmental Energy Center. The equipment of the stoker-type incinerator with a processing capacity of 250 tons/day will be renovated to extend
Energy industries
Budderfly, one of the fastest-growing energy companies in the United States, has surpassed $250 million in revenue run rate, achieving an average of 66% year-over-year growth for three consecutive years. This remarkable growth is fueled by Budderfly's innovative energy-efficiency-as-a-service solution, which helps commercial facilities preserve capital, strengthen operational
Energy industries
Governor Newsom has made a significant commitment to reducing energy costs in California while investing in the state's clean energy future. Three new bills signed into law on September 19, 2025, will reauthorize and update the state's Cap-and-Invest program, establish independent governance of Western energy markets,
Energy industries
Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) spoke on the Senate floor to highlight the Trump Administration's devastating cuts to clean energy projects, leading to significant energy cost increases for American families. He contrasted Trump's actions against renewable energy with California's leadership in building a reliable grid
Energy industries
The Entergy Arkansas Entergy Solutions programs are designed to make it easier for customers to save energy and money, particularly during hot Arkansas summers when energy usage can strain homes. The Home Energy Solutions program offers energy-saving products and services at no additional cost to homeowners, using a network of
