France Going with the Flow on Tidal Energy

In some exciting news, France is going with the flow on tidal energy. Ocean Energy Europe is celebrating the recent announcement from the French government, which pledged substantial funding of at least €65 million and revenue support for the groundbreaking tidal energy pilot farm, Flowatt.   This revelation, which was made by Agnès Pannier-Runacher, the […]

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Latest and Greatest Recycling Technologies

There are several new and emerging technologies for recycling that are being developed and implemented around the world. Here are a few examples: Chemical recycling: Chemical recycling is a new technology that breaks down plastic waste into its basic building blocks, which can then be used to make new plastic products. This process is more […]

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What Is the Latest Technology Being Used in Geothermal Energy?

  The latest technology being used in geothermal energy is Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). EGS involves creating man-made geothermal reservoirs in areas where natural ones do not exist by injecting water into hot, dry rock to create steam, which can be used to generate electricity. Other new technologies being developed include: Direct Use systems, which […]

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Fish-Friendly Hydroelectric Plant

According to the German team, mortality at hydropower stations could be reduced if effective fish protection was installed. Mechanical fish deflectors, adequately installed fish ladders and descent aids, whose functionality must also be continuously checked and ensured, are required, they said.   There are numerous reasons why hydropower projects are often resisted by environmental groups. […]

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