Britain is home to a national supercomputer at the University of Edinburgh, generating significant waste heat. A new trial project will utilize this excess heat by storing it in a disused coal mine and using it to heat nearby homes, potentially heating around 5,000 local homes annually. This innovative approach could be replicated in various locations with flooded mines across Britain.
US 2024 Election: California to open one of the world’s largest energy storage plants
President Biden pushes climate agenda with a new clean energy project near Los Angeles featuring a battery plant that could be one of the world’s largest. The Nova Power Bank by Calpine promises to support California’s power grid during peak times and boost its renewable energy industry. The state aims to meet 50GW of battery storage by 2045.
Ahead of the November election, the US awards $6bn to CO2 reduction projects in key battleground states
The Biden Administration unveiled $6 billion funding for 33 industrial projects in 20 states, aiming to cut emissions and create jobs. Key projects include decarbonizing steel production and manufacturing materials to reduce emissions. This initiative aligns with President Biden’s re-election campaign, focusing on job creation and climate action.
Google to launch oil and gas methane leak monitoring tool
Google partners with EDF to use satellite technology and AI to map oil and gas methane leaks. The project aims to help reduce emissions.
We should not sugarcoat the reality of climate impacts
Arctic warming and potential Arctic permafrost methane release are primary climate concerns for former UK Chief Scientist David King, who advocates for global reductions in carbon emissions, CO2 removal, and refreezing damaged climate areas.
Event News: the Forager VR experience raises awareness about the crucial role the fungi underground world plays
The LFF Expanded exhibition in London features “Forager,” a virtual reality experience by Winslow Porter and Elie Zananiri that explores the world of fungi, highlighting its significance to conservation, climate change, and human civilization.
Viewpoint: Why it’s helpful to charge EVs on the go
Jeremy Williams on the evolution of EV charging.
Hydroponics to rescue famous drink from climate change
Start-up wants to save the beer from climate change.
Viewpoint: Behind the screens
The impacts of our smartphones.
Oil companies queue up for US carbon capture projects
Oil companies eye CCS projects.