Read article: Splitting water takes more energy than theory predicts – and now scientists know why
Flips in the orientation of water molecules explain sluggish reaction speeds
Read article: Sliding droplets generate electrical charge as they stick and unstick
Newly observed depinning phenomenon could aid the development of more efficient energy harvesters and help keep next-generation fuel-handling systems safe
Read article: Photovoltaic battery runs on nuclear waste
Device could be used to power microelectronics like microchips
Read article: Perovskite solar cells can be completely recycled
New finding could pave the way to a sustainable perovskite solar economy
Read article: Organic photovoltaic solar cells could withstand harsh space environments
Study challenges long-standing belief that OPV devices systematically degrade when irradiated
Read article: Conditioning prepares aluminium-ion batteries for real-world use
Pre-cycling smooths out problems with solid-electrolyte interface, helping devices last longer
Read article: Venkat Srinivasan: ‘Batteries are largely bipartisan’
Energy storage expert Venkat Srinivasan discusses the pros and cons of different battery technologies and the motivations people have for adopting them
Read article: How to boost the sustainability of solar cells
Roadmap authors look to the future of photovoltaic technologies in this podcast
Read article: To boost battery recycling, keep a close eye on the data
Real-time analysis can drive improvements that benefit manufacturers as well as the environment, says Kalle Blomberg
Read article: Structural battery is world’s strongest, say researchers
Carbon fibre-based electrodes are key to success
