Engineering Basics – How do off-shore wind turbines work?
Off-shore wind turbines are an important source of renewable energy, but how do they work? In this blog post, we'll dive into the mechanics of off-shore wind turbines and explore how they generate electricity. By understanding how these machines work, we can better appreciate their role in combating...
Global emissions from electrical systems down by 2%.
Carbon emissions from the worlds electricity systems have fallen by 2% over the last year. The drop is the biggest in almost 30 years and down to countries beginning to turn their backs on coal-fired power plants in favour of cleaner energy sources. A drop has been highlighted...
New tech harnesses energy by mixing freshwater and seawater
Engineers at Stanford have created a new battery made from affordable and durable materials which can generate energy in places where salt and fresh waters mingle. The new tech could make coastal wastewater treatment plants - like the Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant in Los Angeles pictured above -...