The US energy storage sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation as companies confront rising costs from tariffs and supply chain vulnerabilities. Industry leaders are pushing for domestic manufacturing and diversifying beyond lithium to technologies like vanadium flow batteries and advanced
ODA Architects collaborated with ICE Industrial Services to create Tiny House Lux, a 47 sq m home printed onsite in one week. The project aims to utilize awkward leftover urban plots that conventional construction can’t use. The finished home cost €320,000 but addresses Luxembourg’s severe housing s
Global demand for low-voltage circuit breakers is surging as industries modernize power infrastructure. Smart digital breakers with IoT capabilities are leading the transformation, with Asia-Pacific driving the strongest growth.
Ford CEO Jim Farley says the company has 5,000 unfilled mechanic jobs despite offering $120,000 salaries. He warns this reflects a broader national crisis in skilled trades that “made our country what it is.” The shortage spans manufacturing, emergency services, and critical infrastructure roles.
Researchers developed a polyurethane foam that’s nearly fireproof while killing bacteria. The material shows 34.5% limiting oxygen index and dramatically improved mechanical strength. It could revolutionize safety in hospitals and public transport.
Virginia Tech researchers have developed a static electricity system that removes up to 75% of frost from surfaces. The method uses high-voltage copper electrodes with minimal current, making it both effective and relatively safe. This breakthrough could transform defrosting in aviation, automotive,
Wolfspeed is collaborating with Chinese wind power converter leader Hopewind to integrate advanced silicon carbide technology into next-generation wind energy systems. The partnership aims to significantly increase efficiency and power density in large-scale wind applications, with commercial availa
H&M-backed textile startup Syre is preparing to raise between $500 million and $700 million within the next year. The funding will build a new factory in Vietnam following a lucrative multi-year deal with Nike to supply recycled polyester.
Sweden is launching a major green technology initiative backed by SEK 95 million in public funding. The partnership brings together RISE Research Institutes, AstraZeneca, and Scania to create a national innovation platform. The project aims to transform Sweden into a global hub for sustainable techn
A major utility in Missouri has transformed its aging manual switchgear into an automated system that’s delivering impressive results. The project reduced outage duration by 70% and cut storm-related interruptions by 15-25%. Here’s how they did it in just nine months.
