Wikus Kruger, University of Cape Town A South African solar manufacturer, ARTsolar, is taking the government and several renewable energy developers to court. The case focuses on local content rules for renewable energy projects. ARTsolar says it invested in new manufacturing capacity because it expected these rules to lead to orders for locally
The Maritsa Iztok Complex in southeastern Bulgaria stands as a relic of the past. Since the 1950s, its four thermal power stations have powered the region, relying on coal from three nearby open-pit mines. This type of mining is among the most environmentally damaging, and a long-overdue transition is now underway, promising to
Ph. IRENA/Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND Isabela del Alcázar, IE University If I had to sum up COP29 in a single word, it would be entropy. Borrowed from thermodynamics, this concept describes the delicate balance between order and disorder, a principle that governs both natural and human systems. An ecosystem, much like the climate negotiations,
As the world grapples with the mounting consequences of climate change, the engineering sector stands at the forefront of the battle to create a sustainable future. The challenge is formidable, requiring innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy efficiency, and develop sustainable infrastructure. This article explores the latest trends in green
In an era defined by climatic vicissitudes and the consequential societal demands for sustainability, the onus has decidedly shifted towards engineering solutions that promise not merely amelioration but transformation. Amidst rising global temperatures and increasingly erratic weather patterns, engineers worldwide are pivoting towards strategies that integrate sustainability with technological innovation, thus redefining the
A green industrial future for Europe may depend on an element that is part of a household staple: table salt. Dr John Abou-Rjeily, a researcher at Tiamat Energy in France, is using sodium to develop rechargeable batteries. Sodium is a part of sodium chloride, an ionic compound that is the technical name for
Renewable energy provides about 20% of U.S. electricity. AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez James Morton Turner, Wellesley College Panasonic’s new US$4 billion battery factory in De Soto, Kansas, is designed to be a model of sustainability – it’s an all-electric factory with no need for a smokestack. When finished, it will cover the size
In an era where the imperatives of environmental sustainability and technological innovation are increasingly becoming intertwined, green engineering emerges not merely as a discipline but as a paradigm that seeks to bridge the gap between ecological stewardship and industrial progress.This nexus of sustainability and innovation within green engineering is crafting pathways towards a
In an era where the spectre of climate change looms large over the collective consciousness of humanity, the engineering sector stands at a pivotal crossroads, tasked with the formidable challenge of reconciling technological advancement with environmental stewardship. “The Green Engineer’s Toolbox: Techniques for Sustainable Design” casts a spotlight on the innovative methodologies and
In an era where the clarion call for environmental sustainability resonates louder than ever, the realms of green engineering and renewable energy have emerged not merely as buzzwords, but as imperative cogs in the wheel of global progress. This investigative piece delves into the intricate tapestry of this burgeoning sector, where innovation dovetails