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In 2017, Japan tested a twin-turbine machine in the Kuroshio Current; the floating device later showed it could generate 100 kW from the Pacific’s “river”- In 2020, a three-turbine frame was lowered into New York City's East River; six months later, it had sent 210MWh of tide-made power to the U.S. grid
- In 2017, engineers put a 1MW power machine shaped like a giant floating bird off Scotland; it ran for 2 years, riding out an 18.7-metre wave, before sinking
- In 2026, Australian surfer Banjo Hunt transformed a retired wind turbine blade into surfboard fins. Years later, the experiment shows how old composites can find new usesBanjo Hunt’s turbine-blade surfboard fins tell a larger story about the next stage of the renewable-energy transition. Wind power can reduc...19 Sep, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
- Michigan researchers give used wind turbine blades a sweet second life. Turned it into gummy bears, here's how they didMichigan researchers have developed a way to recycle retired wind-turbine blades into useful products, including gummy bears. The innovativ...19 Sep, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
- Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma attends conference on 'Financing India's journey towards Viksit Bharat'Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended the Centre’s conference on financing India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 agenda in New Delhi, wher...19 Sep, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
- Ireland's retired wind-turbine blades are getting strange second lives; old power equipment is now becoming benches, bike parking and picnic tablesIreland's retired wind-turbine blades are getting strange second lives; old power equipment is now becoming benches, bike parking and picni...19 Sep, 2026, 06.22 AM IST
- Virginia tightens data center restrictions amid political backlashVirginia, which has the largest concentration of data centers in the world, unveiled plans that include banning non-disclosure agreements a...18 Sep, 2026, 11.35 PM IST
- NMDC sets Net Zero target for operational emissions by 2047NMDC plans net zero operational emissions by 2047, focusing on scope-one and scope-two emissions. Key strategies include energy efficiency ...18 Sep, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
- In 2024, engineers lowered a 28-ton underwater kite off the Faroe Islands; it generated up to 1.2MW by flying figure-eights faster than the tideAn innovative underwater kite created by a Swedish company is making waves in renewable energy. This device generates significant electrici...18 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- Karnataka approves data centre, marine biotech policiesKarnataka has approved new policies for data centres and marine biotechnology sectors. These initiatives aim to attract significant investm...18 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- In a historic first, Canada invited to become EU bloc’s associate memberCanada could become the EU’s first “associate member” under a proposal from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The plan wo...17 Sep, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
- Hiranandani’s Greenbase to invest Rs 2,000 cr to develop 5 million sq ft in Tamil NaduGreenbase plans a significant Rs 2,000 crore investment in Tamil Nadu. This expansion will develop five million square feet across two key ...17 Sep, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
- In 2021, engineers floated a 74-metre platform off Scotland with 2 underwater turbines, and it's been making power since JulyOff the coast of Scotland, the innovative Orbital O2 platform is revolutionizing energy generation with its ability to produce clean electr...16 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- Need practical, tech-neutral approach to global energy transition: India at G20 Energy MinisterialIndia's Power Minister Manohar Lal stressed on the need for diverse energy paths at the G20 meeting. He highlighted India's success in bala...16 Sep, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
- In Kansas, Abengoa built a biorefinery to process 325,000 tons of crop residue a year and produce 25 million gallons of cellulosic ethanolIn Hugoton, Kansas, a biorefinery was launched with the goal of transforming agricultural waste into sustainable fuel. Despite initial gove...13 Sep, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- BRICS backs diversified energy mix, says fossil fuels remain important for EMDEsBRICS nations advocate for stronger energy security through diverse sources and stable markets. They acknowledge fossil fuels' continued im...12 Sep, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
- Global cleantech investment fell in first half on slowing China momentumGlobal investment in clean technologies fell 17% to $770 billion in the first half of 2026, as a slowdown in China outweighed growth in som...10 Sep, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
- Govt offers 50% funding capped at Rs 2 crore to replace fossil fuels with solar heat in industryThe Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is inviting proposals for solar thermal technology. Financial support up to fifty percent is avail...09 Sep, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
- This 12-year-old Massachusetts student asked why energy from walking goes to waste; he built a system to turn movement into electricityDriven by a young mind's fascinating inquiry into wasted bodily energy, VERDA was born. This groundbreaking technology harnesses mechanical...07 Sep, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
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