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Japan to partially end feed-in tariff programme

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Japan's industry ministry eyes partially ending the country's feed-in tariff programme seven years after its introduction. Additional burden on households and businesses brought about by the F...

National Grid launches first-of-its-kind battery storage system

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National Grid recently unveiled a new battery storage system in Pulaski, New York, that will reinforce electricity reliability for regional customers during periods of peak demand, and alleviate ...

Geothermal power for south Sudan

Kenya and South Sudan are working on a deal to address the acute shortage of electricity in Juba. Under the deal, Kenya will offer electricity from geothermal in exchange for gas from oil fields in So...

Special EVs designed for Tokyo 2020 Olympics

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The APM (Accessible People Mover), Toyota’s specially designed vehicle aims at enhancing the experience for visitors who will flock down to Tokyo next year for the 2020 Olympics. The APMs will h...

Washington start-up develops porous silicon battery for EVs and grid storage

XNRGI, a start-up in Washington, USA, has designed a "porous" silicon battery that has better energy density and lower manufacturing costs than traditional lithium-ion batteries, and is also...