“Miracle” tandem cells are said to improve solar panel efficiency by 50% with the world’s first commercialisation of perovskite solar cells A South Korean company has made a groundbreaking achievement as they unveiled the world’s first production line dedicated to perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells. These innovative solar cells have the potential to boost efficiency by 50-75% compared…
Researchers have developed a solar-powered technology that converts carbon dioxide and water into liquid fuels that can be added directly to a car’s engine as drop-in fuel. The researchers, from the University of Cambridge, harnessed the power of photosynthesis to convert CO2, water and sunlight into multicarbon fuels – ethanol and propanol – in a single…
By this point, it’s a safe assumption that most people are at least somewhat aware of terms such as net zero and energy transition; endless conversations surrounding ‘zero carbon 2030’ are seemingly pervasive in our climate change vernacular and corporate conversations. As businesses look to scale processes, enabling them to be more cost-efficient and sustainable,…
As demand for lithium-ion batteries grows exponentially, how do we ensure increased sustainability solutions along the battery value chain? As we accelerate towards net zero in the energy transition, dependence on lithium-ion batteries grows extensively. In fact, the McKinsey Battery Insights team projects that the entire lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery chain, from mining through to recycling,…
Boasting significant renewable energy potential as well as over 200 trillion cubic feet of proven natural gas reserves, Nigeria has all the ingredients to produce low-carbon hydrogen at scale. A new report, entitled ‘Making Hydrogen Happen in Nigeria: Opportunities, Levers and Barriers’ suggests that in order to unlock the full potential of these resources and create a competitive…
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced that the Schneider Electric Sustainability School is open for enrolment. Free to access, the digital platform provides a range of interactive courses aimed at equipping companies and professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to improve their sustainability performance. First…
Renewable energy is growing rapidly as an industry with a much more urgent emphasis on net-zero emissions driving change. However, to overtake fossil fuels, investment is a key component and the time has come for global energy to shift away from oil and towards cleaner means of energy. The investment in clean energy technologies…
From switching to electric bikes to fitting all their buildings with efficient energy systems, several companies in the UAE are contributing to the ambitious targets of Net Zero 2050 in their own way. The discussions came at an event titled Road to COP28 that talked about driving collective climate action in the UAE. Salwa al…
In response to the intensifying issue of load shedding and rising fuel and electricity prices in Southern Africa, Huawei Digital Power has unveiled new products specifically designed to assist small businesses across the continent during power outages. The launch took place in South Africa, where the company introduced the Huawei Power-S, a seamless solar hybrid…
FSD Africa Investments (FSDAi) has invested £1 million in Africa Climate Ventures (ACV), a pioneering venture builder working to build a US$45 million portfolio by the end of 2024. ACV will catalyse the carbon asset class in Africa by building innovative businesses focused on solving our generation’s greatest challenge and at the same time capturing a significant…
