29 h. ago Advancements in (Ca,Ba)ZrS solar cells using innovative spinel hole transport layers

Solar power has long been a beacon of hope in our pursuit of clean energy. However, the road to sustainable, high-efficiency photovoltaics has been riddled with roadblocks such as toxicity and instability in widely used lead halide perovskites. Could we engineer a solar cell that delivers not just high performance, but also durability, stability and environmental safety?

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42 h. ago Conservation groups push to save spotted owl habitats in Oregon, Washington, California

Conservation groups push to save spotted owl habitats in Oregon, Washington, California  KPTV

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7 d. ago Study maps three decades of white LED progress and key innovation drivers

White light-emitting diodes (LEDs), the semiconductor devices underpinning the functioning of countless lighting technologies on the market today, were first released to the public in 1996. Following their commercial debut, these devices have fueled significant advancements within the electronics and lighting industry, due to their remarkable energy efficiencies and extended lifespans.

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7 d. ago San Francisco archbishop to serve on Trump's Religious Liberty Commission

San Francisco archbishop to serve on Trump's Religious Liberty Commission  NBC Bay Area

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7 d. ago Trump appointing S.F. archbishop to new Religious Liberty Commission

Trump appointing S.F. archbishop to new Religious Liberty Commission  San Francisco Chronicle

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7 d. ago Trump appoints S.F. archbishop to new Religious Liberty Commission

Trump appoints S.F. archbishop to new Religious Liberty Commission  San Francisco Chronicle

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8 d. ago Menendez brothers' freedom in hands of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom

The Menendez brothers will face a parole board in June as part of a separate push for clemency from Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

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9 d. ago Energy efficiency advocates decry Trump plan to cut appliance regulations

The Trump administration wants to eliminate or weaken 47 Department of Energy regulations, including some efficiency standards for appliances. But efficiency advocates say that would be illegal.

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1 week ago Europe backs generative AI to drive clean energy transformation

As Europe's energy system faces new challenges and accelerates green and digital transitions, generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is emerging as a transformative enabler for critical infrastructure—and is already unlocking "quick wins" across Europe's energy landscape, optimizing operational efficiency, workforce resilience, planning of large-scale infrastructures, and system flexibility.

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1 week ago Paramount Theatre and Bold Reuse Launch Reusable Cup Program, Backed by Seattle Public Utilities' Reuse Seattle Initiative

Paramount Theatre and Bold Reuse Launch Reusable Cup Program, Backed by Seattle Public Utilities' Reuse Seattle Initiative  WRAL.com

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1 week ago Advances in ceramic electrochemical cells promise more reliable hydrogen production and clean energy storage

Researchers from the University of Oklahoma have made significant advances in a promising technology for efficient energy conversion and chemical processing. Two recent studies involving protonic ceramic electrochemical cells, called PCECs, address significant challenges in electrochemical manufacturing and efficiency. These innovations are a crucial step toward reliable and affordable solutions for hydrogen production and clean energy storage.

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1 week ago California Democrats Push Bill That Could Ban Glock Handguns

California Democrats are currently weighing a bill that could ban law-abiding citizens from buying Glock handguns in an attempt to stop criminals from using "Glock switches." The post California Democrats Push Bill That Could Ban Glock Handguns appeared first on Breitbart.

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1 week ago New technology promises to make display screens cheaper, brighter and more environmentally friendly

A radical new approach to display screen technology could halve production costs, reduce harmful waste, and deliver brighter, more energy-efficient screens for our smartphones, smartwatches, and even certain medical devices, say researchers at the University of Surrey.

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2 w. ago Warning: Newsom's War on Oil Refineries Could Push Gas past $6 Per Gallon

California Governor Gavin Newsom's hostility to the oil industry could lead to the closure of local refineries -- which, in turn, could push gas prices past $6 per gallon, or even $9 per gallon, a local analyst has warned. The post Warning: Newsom’s War on Oil Refineries Could Push Gas past $6 Per Gallon — Or $9 — in California appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 w. ago A hot topic: How temperature increase drives energy loss in fuel cells

By splitting water molecules, fuel cells can turn electricity into hydrogen fuel. Running in the opposite direction, they consume hydrogen fuel to cleanly power multiple sectors. Typically, heat is a key ingredient for achieving high energy conversion efficiencies that can beat out combustion-based engines.

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3 w. ago Beyond 'Ghost Guns': California Democrats Push Background Checks for Gun Barrels

CA Dems are pushing a bill to require background checks for gun barrel purchases, effectively taking the "ghost gun" regulatory push to the next step. The post Beyond ‘Ghost Guns’: California Democrats Push Background Checks for Gun Barrels appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 w. ago Letters: Enjoy California’s beaches? You can thank the state Coastal Commission

Letters: Enjoy California’s beaches? You can thank the state Coastal Commission  San Francisco Chronicle

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4 w. ago New energy efficiency push by California Public Utilities Commission in San Francisco

New energy efficiency push by California Public Utilities Commission in San Francisco  Action News Now

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last month A single molecule boosts perovskite solar cell efficiency and lifespan

A new study in Science shows that the incorporation of a synthetic molecule into the design enhances the energy efficiency and longevity of perovskite solar cells. The benefits of the molecule, known as CPMAC, were found through an international collaboration that included King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).

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