"We are finally in the phase of scaling up on our all-solid-state battery line." Nissan unveils plans to mass-produce EVs with next-generation battery technology to catch up to Tesla and BYD: 'A game-changer for making EV sales grow explosively' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our findings show that the Illinois Basin can be an effective means to store excess heat energy." Engineers resurrect dead oil and gas wells in profitable move toward geothermal energy: 'It is a win-win situation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The life-saving impact these devices can make is immeasurable. 'Life-saving rollout' of solar-powered refrigerators transform health care around the world: 'There's been quite a lot of innovation in the space' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Almost six in 10 pathogens that affect humans will cause more harm as the planet continues to heat up, according to one study. Scientists sound alarm over spread of uncommon pathogen: 'An infection can be difficult to diagnose' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We have demonstrated that our vehicle can levitate on an existing track." Company develops innovative magnetic train that can operate with existing infrastructure: 'An easily usable technology' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Testing of the California system is expected to be completed in 2028, with service starting by the end of the decade. California High-Speed Rail Authority releases first look at futuristic interior of new trains — here's why it's important first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Should sideloading Chrome on an old smart TV really compromise your entire account? | Continue reading
DOS 4.00 was supposed to add multitasking to the OS, but it was not to be. | Continue reading
"This approach helps to build resilience in communities, increasing their ability to adapt in the face of environmental challenges." Farmers transform their small communities with clean energy innovations: 'Embracing more technology can transform agriculture' first appeared on Th … | Continue reading
With simple increases and decreases in temperature, the new battery can generate enough charge for practical applications in many industries. Engineers develop innovative battery technology that could change the future of remote devices: 'An integrated device that could harvest a … | Continue reading
"We are further leading the way in developing and deploying next generation clean energy technology." US and Japan team up to further development of nuclear fusion: 'Fusion is too important for needless competition' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If we don't have a way to reconcile these things, these laws are not going to be able to work." New tool offers potential breakthrough to hold companies accountable for deforestation: 'We need to be able to trace these' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This breakthrough shows that it may be possible to harvest solar energy directly from space cost-effectively. Scientists achieve 'world-first' technological breakthrough in quest to extract solar power from space: 'Harnessing the power of space to benefit life on Earth' first app … | Continue reading
HMD will still make Nokia phones but is shipping self-branded phones, too. | Continue reading
Plus Raspberry Pi 5 support, better laptop power, and lots of other changes. | Continue reading
The breakthrough could be a great win for the EV market. Scientists make breakthrough in production of salt-based battery technology: 'This process makes it easier' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are no single or simple solutions for figuring out the complexities of our future energy supply." Floating tidal energy turbine company to make waves in US waters: 'This milestone underlines growing global appetite' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Residents won't have to choose between purchasing groceries or paying their fuel bill to stay warm this winter." Mobile home park transformed into net-zero energy affordable housing neighborhood: 'This project's benefits are multiple and long lasting' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
Same NPU, same architecture as X Elite, but fewer cores and lower clock speeds. | Continue reading
The research is especially crucial now, as Lyme disease is one of the vector-borne diseases that are on the rise because of changing weather patterns. Scientists unexpectedly discover role human sweat plays in defense against Lyme disease: 'I'm excited, with caution' first appear … | Continue reading
"We are working on a transformation to get businesses to massively shift their logistics routes." Government eyes centuries-old solution to curb air pollution from freight transportation: 'The potential is huge' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
One of the biggest barriers for the solar energy industry is the amount of physical space solar panels take up, and doubling their efficiency could be a big step forward. Scientists develop material with potential to revolutionize solar panel efficency: 'Significant leap forward' … | Continue reading
"Parts of the country are set to see months' worth of unhealthy air quality days." Experts warn millions of Americans will be exposed to 'staggering' wildfire smoke: 'Going to slowly make some parts of the country relatively unlivable' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Storing and generating on-demand electricity, which can be used in any number of ways." Clean energy developer to transform former mine into massive clean energy storage project: 'Will help ensure people have energy when they need it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Reddit says its "communities are naturally commercial." | Continue reading
Polestar normally makes electric cars, but now it's releasing a phone. | Continue reading
"Opens new opportunities for simpler cost reductions and deeper integration with renewable energy sources." Alcoholic drinks giant to power its production sites with giant 'brick toaster' battery — here's why it's important first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Cities need a lot of energy to keep running." Revolutionary trucks could detect locations to extract game-changing energy from earth: 'Hurdles would be significantly reduced' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If we want to achieve our carbon reduction goals, we will need long-duration energy storage devices." Researchers develop sand-based technology to solve major issue with clean energy: 'This represents a new generation of storage' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The study's results could indicate that people are being exposed to more of this chemical now. New urine sample study finds little-known toxin in human body: 'Raises alarm bells about how it could potentially cause harm' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Symbium is like TurboTax but for the permitting process. Cities partner with AI startup to eliminate red tape and help homeowners install solar panels: 'A major technological breakthrough' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The curious case of a living room screen making Windows' Settings app disappear. | Continue reading
Thermonator, the first "flamethrower-wielding robot dog," is completely legal in 48 US states. | Continue reading
"It's easy to see what all the hype is about." Chinese battery developer unveils new tech with 1,300-mile range that could revolutionize EVs: 'An important piece of the puzzle' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Net-zero, sustainable homes like these are popping up everywhere. Architectural studio designs climate-proof mirrored homes with surprising energy feature: 'Better suited to our future' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This year's report is an important milestone … But this is simply not enough." UN reports optimistic trend in child mortality rates, but some experts believe it's insufficient: 'We have the knowledge and tools to save lives' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The data collected shows the reduction rate needs to be twice as fast to get to the net-zero goals. Study offers further evidence about true impact of electric vehicles: 'We have to sustain that for another 20 years' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Stopping cracks from growing into potholes could save a lot of future maintenance work." Authorities test new technology that could make roads smoother and safer: 'Has the potential to transform how we perform road maintenance' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We're trying to compete with fossil fuels." Company develops technology to harness boundless energy source within ocean — here's why it's important first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This green PV technology will be the future sustainable solution for solar power generation." Researchers achieve monumental breakthrough with solar cells made from living material — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Rivalry with Apple now mirrors the Android/iOS competition more than ever. | Continue reading
Can a non-profit foundation get Home Assistant to the point of Home Depot boxes? | Continue reading
But this would be a faster turnaround time than we saw for the M3 or the M2. | Continue reading
Z80 powered Game Boy, ZX Spectrum, Pac-Man, and a 1970s PC standard based on CP/M. | Continue reading
Improved production of EV battery cells could usher in more widespread adoption of electric vehicles. General Motors patent for EV battery cells raises questions: 'GM bypassed its own best practices' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Save big on a Dr J Professional air purifier for your home at Walmart, now under $100. | Continue reading
As clean, safe trains like these are adopted more widely, they could provide affordable and convenient travel for millions of people. Train company sets new precedent after train travels for over 1,700 miles on alternative fuel: 'This is a monumental achievement' first appeared o … | Continue reading
"This technique allows us to test new plasma confinement ideas quickly and build new devices easily." Scientists use magnets to make clean fusion energy breakthrough: 'At least 100 times better than any existing [device]' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading