Bamboos to beat desertification: China turns fast-growing grass into green sand barriers

China is expanding the use of bamboo as a natural solution to combat desertification, transforming the fast-growing grass into eco-friendly sand barriers that help stabilize shifting dunes and restore degraded land in arid regions. The initiative is part of broader efforts to curb the spread of deserts, protect farmland, and improve ecological conditions in areas … Read more

US strengthens advanced nuclear fuel supply with TRISO and HALEU initiatives

The United States is expanding efforts to strengthen its domestic supply of advanced nuclear fuel through new initiatives focused on TRISO fuel production and the development of high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU), supporting the next generation of nuclear reactors. Federal agencies, national laboratories, and private industry are collaborating to increase the production of advanced nuclear fuels … Read more

US’ new 200x sharper electron microscope could transform batteries and chips

Scientists in the United States have unveiled a next-generation electron microscope capable of producing images up to 200 times sharper than many existing systems, a breakthrough that could significantly advance research in semiconductors, batteries, and other advanced materials. The new instrument enables researchers to observe atoms and material structures with unprecedented clarity, allowing them to … Read more

Tesla to buy entire output of 140 MW Texas solar project to meet rising energy needs

Tesla has agreed to purchase the entire electricity output from a 140-megawatt solar project in Texas, marking another step in the company’s efforts to secure clean energy for its growing manufacturing operations, artificial intelligence infrastructure, and energy storage business. The agreement is expected to provide Tesla with a reliable supply of renewable electricity as demand … Read more

China adds Canadian 800V electric drive program with new 250kW two-speed EV system

A Canadian electric vehicle technology company has expanded its collaboration with partners in China through a new 800-volt electric drive program featuring a 250-kilowatt two-speed drive system, highlighting the growing demand for high-performance EV powertrain technologies. The new electric drive system is designed to improve vehicle efficiency, acceleration, and driving range by combining an 800V … Read more