Deep-sea mining technology is a new field, and researchers want more data on its impacts.
On a new episode of Monash University’s ‘What Happens Next?’ podcast, we examine whether mining and sustainability can go hand-in-hand as we transition to a decarbonised future,
Vehicles of the future won’t just have batteries where the petrol tank used to be. They’ll also require a redesign of fundamental mechanical systems and their power dynamics.
We should welcome all options that enable low-carbon hydrogen to play a role in decarbonising our energy systems, and stop focusing on colour-coding production methods.
Researchers have taken a giant leap towards claiming the holy grail of renewable energy by creating a lithium-sulfur battery that’s faster, cleaner, and lasts longer.
Seal it up? Open it up? Air quality is a growing concern for Australian households, and the gap between energy advice and health advice leaves many people confused.
Biometrics technology offers to cut the Gordian knot of passwords, usernames, PIN and QR codes, as well as passports and vaccine cards – but at what cost?
Unlike, for instance, lawnmowers, you don’t just “plug in” a bus to a regular outlet – the charging equipment is sophisticated, extensive, and expensive.
To supercharge the climate fight, we need to mitigate the environmental and financial impact of producing lithium-ion technology, and develop lower-carbon batteries.
While government funding is addressing EV charging infrastructure, targeted business tax changes and incentives are needed to make the transition from combustion engine cars.
Gaming can be fun and challenging, but also has a dark side that can trigger impulsive responses that are a symptom manifestation of addiction.
Australia has abundant wind and solar resources to provide large quantities of cost-competitive green hydrogen. A new tool can show the way forward.
While the number of EVs on Australian roads will rise swiftly, there are challenges to provide the systems to support them.
China’s intention to become “carbon neutral” before 2060 has raised eyebrows, but contrary to its reputation as a “climate villain”, its investment in renewable energy is already substantial.
Regardless of the federal government's mixed messages about Australia’s energy future, renewables have a vital part to play.
In this episode of the What Happens Next? podcast we’re talking practical steps for embracing renewable energy in our own lives.
COVID-19’s global supply chain disruption opens the door for Australia to take more control of the lithium manufacturing process that produces electric vehicle batteries.
A new technology for rechargeable batteries overcomes many of the problems with the ones we use today.
The World Economic Forum estimates e-waste to be worth US$62.5 billion annually, but only 20 per cent is recycled through appropriate channels.
At Tesla, Daniel Wielechowski is working towards his goals for sustainable development.
More than one hundred researchers are working together to create electronics in which next to no energy is lost.
Donald Trump may want to send people back to the moon, but what about the practicalities of living on Mars?
If you’ve heard of blockchain technology, but don’t really get it, you’re not alone. And breaking it down into blocks and chains won’t help. Instead, picture a decentralised digital ledger for peer-to-peer transactions.
The term “energy crisis” is bandied around quite loosely with some confusion around whether the crisis is about prices or security of supply.
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