Image Credit: sepavo/123rf.com Boise, Idaho, is pioneering sustainable energy use with its extensive geothermal heating system, the largest municipally operated system of its kind in the United States. Utilizing the region’s natural hot springs, Boise has transformed how it heats nearly 500 buildings, including City Hall, university facilities, and the Idaho Statehouse, which is notably…
The German town of Geretsried is set to revive its geothermal energy ambitions with the launch of a new commercial power plant by Canadian company Eavor. This innovative project utilizes advanced drilling techniques from the oil and gas industry to extract heat directly from deep, dry rock formations, rather than relying on traditional underground hot…
Image Credit: solar power station green electricity panel view For the first time in history, solar energy has surpassed coal in the European Union’s electricity generation mix. In 2024, solar power accounted for 11 percent of the EU’s electricity, while coal fell below 10 percent, according to Ember’s European Electricity Review. This shift marks a…
Image Credit: estradaanton/123rf.com Rude interactions with strangers can impact individuals more profoundly than one might expect, especially in today’s high-stress environment. The rise in such negative encounters is believed to be linked to increasing levels of anxiety and distress among the general population. Experts suggest that as people’s stress levels rise, their capacity to manage…
Recent research from the University of Barcelona reveals that volcanic ash, often viewed negatively due to its association with disasters, could play a significant role in renewable energy storage. This finding highlights the material’s potential as a cost-effective alternative in the concentrated solar power (CSP) sector. CSP systems harness solar energy differently than traditional photovoltaic…
