Articles tagged with "green-technology"
The Aviation Industry and the Stall in Aircraft Innovation - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights a concerning stall in aircraft innovation that threatens the aviation industry’s ability to meet decarbonisation targets. Despite the critical need for more efficient and zero-emission aircraft to reduce the sector’s high emissions, major manufacturers like Airbus and Boeing have largely focused on incremental improvements, such as re-engined versions of existing models, rather than breakthrough technologies. Innovative projects have faced delays or pauses, and no new aircraft models are expected from these OEMs in the next decade. This slowdown is attributed to a lack of market competition and insufficient policy incentives pushing manufacturers toward radical innovation. Modeling presented in the article suggests that with ambitious but achievable innovation, European aviation could improve efficiency by up to 13% by 2050, potentially saving enough renewable electricity to power 27 million heat pumps. If manufacturers push further, efficiency gains could reach 17%, underscoring the significant role aircraft technology can play in meeting EU climate goals. To unlock this potential, the article recommends strengthening
energyaviationdecarbonizationsustainable-aviation-fuelsaircraft-innovationemissions-reductiongreen-technologyHere Comes the Infinity Train - CleanTechnica
The article announces the arrival of the long-anticipated Infinity Train, also known as the Gravity locomotive, in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. This innovative battery electric locomotive, converted from a 1998 GE 9-44CW unit, is designed to transport iron ore to the coast for shipment to China while significantly reducing diesel fuel consumption and carbon emissions. The train leverages gravitational energy by generating electricity when traveling downhill loaded with ore, which recharges its batteries to power the return trip empty—effectively enabling regenerative braking on a large scale and eliminating the need for additional charging or diesel fuel. The Infinity Train is part of Fortescue Metals Group’s broader strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2030 and to pioneer green industrial transport technology. Fortescue founder Andrew "Twiggy" Forrest, a mining magnate turned renewable energy advocate, emphasizes that the project exemplifies a shift away from fossil fuels toward more efficient, lower-cost, and environmentally friendly energy sources like gravitational energy. The
energyrenewable-energybattery-electric-locomotivegreen-technologyregenerative-brakingnet-zero-emissionsindustrial-transportWeak Aircraft Innovation Undercutting Aviation’s Green Transition - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights concerns about the aviation industry's slow progress in innovating greener aircraft technologies, which threatens its ability to meet decarbonization targets. Ahead of the Paris Air Show, analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E) reveals that reliance on conventional fossil-fuel-powered aircraft and incremental improvements, such as re-engining older models, are insufficient. T&E’s modeling suggests that with ambitious innovation—such as the development and deployment of zero-emission aircraft—European aviation could improve efficiency by up to 13-17% by 2050, potentially reducing CO₂ emissions by 123 million tonnes. This reduction equates to removing 62 million petrol and diesel cars from European roads for a year and would significantly contribute to the sector’s green transition. However, the article points out that aircraft innovation has stalled over the past decade, with no new models expected in the next ten years. Major manufacturers Airbus and Boeing dominate the market but have largely focused on incremental updates rather than disruptive
energyaviationgreen-technologydecarbonizationaircraft-innovationrenewable-energyhydrogen-aircraftEVs aren’t being forced on Canadians — if anything, they’re being withheld from them - Clean Energy Canada
The article from Clean Energy Canada challenges the narrative that governments are forcing Canadians to buy electric vehicles (EVs), presenting evidence that many Canadians are actually eager to adopt EVs. A recent Abacus Data survey shows that 45% of Canadians intend to purchase an EV as their next vehicle, with higher interest in urban areas and among younger demographics. Despite this demand, Canada risks falling behind global EV adoption trends due to market barriers, including a pause in national and provincial EV incentives and restrictive trade policies. A key factor limiting EV availability and affordability in Canada is the country’s protectionist stance, particularly its 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, implemented to align with U.S. policies. This tariff contrasts with Europe’s more moderate approach and has effectively blocked many lower-cost, high-quality EV models from entering the Canadian market. The article argues that openness to Chinese automakers fosters competition and innovation, benefiting consumers and accelerating EV adoption. Additionally, harmonizing vehicle approval standards with Europe could expand consumer choice by allowing popular models like the Renault 5 to enter Canada. Public opinion supports reducing tariffs and increasing EV options, with many Canadians favoring lower or no tariffs on Chinese EVs and broader market access. The article emphasizes that protecting Canadian manufacturing jobs remains important, but a balanced approach is needed—one that opens the market to more competition while investing in domestic industry and maintaining fair regulations. Measures such as price caps on EV rebates or bonus incentives for affordable EVs could further enhance accessibility. Overall, the piece highlights that Canadians are not being forced into EVs; rather, they are being underserved by a closed market that limits access to affordable and diverse electric vehicles.
energyelectric-vehiclesclean-energyautomotive-industrytariffsEV-adoptiongreen-technologyUltra-thin membrane unlocks 20% cheaper, greener hydrogen fuel power
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robotIoTEV-chargingAIsmart-technologyairport-innovationgreen-technologyMarcel Huber On Expanding SYNCRAFT & The Future of Clean Energy - CleanTechnica
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energyrenewable-energythermal-storagecarbon-reductiongreen-technologysolar-energystartupGlobal Ferry Electrification Accelerates: 70% Of New Orders Go Electric
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