Articles tagged with "green-energy"
World’s first commercial underwater data centre goes live in China
China has launched the world’s first commercial underwater data center off the coast of Lingshui county in Hainan, marking a significant advancement in the country’s blue economy initiative. The submerged data cabin, weighing approximately 1,433 US tons and located 35 meters below sea level, houses 24 server racks with up to 500 servers. Utilizing natural seawater cooling, the underwater center reduces the substantial energy consumption typical of traditional land-based data centers, addressing the rising demand driven by AI and cloud computing. This innovative approach leverages the ocean’s stable temperatures to enhance efficiency and lower operational costs while minimizing environmental impact. The project is a key component of Hainan’s broader strategy to develop its free-trade zone into a global tech and maritime innovation hub, with plans to establish a subsea network of 100 underwater data cabins supporting marine research, digital services, and smart manufacturing. Recent policy changes allowing full foreign ownership of data centers in Hainan and other major Chinese cities aim to attract multinational technology
energyunderwater-data-centercooling-technologygreen-energyoffshore-wind-farmdata-infrastructureblue-economyTrump’s Energy Department forbids staff from saying ‘climate change’ or ‘green’
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), under a Trump administration appointee, has issued a directive banning staff from using a list of words and phrases related to climate and renewable energy, including “climate change,” “green,” “decarbonization,” “energy transition,” “sustainability,” and “carbon footprint.” This memo, sent to the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), reflects the administration’s stance against framing energy policies in terms of environmental sustainability or emissions reduction. The ban extends even to terms like “emissions,” despite their neutral scientific meaning and legal recognition by the U.S. Supreme Court as air pollutants subject to regulation. The EERE, created in response to the 1973 energy crisis to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency, faces a shift in priorities under Trump, who favors expanding fossil fuel use and dismisses renewable energy efforts as a “green energy scam.” Trump’s rhetoric, including a recent UN speech criticizing countries investing in solar, wind
energyrenewable-energyenergy-efficiencyclimate-changegreen-energyenergy-policysustainable-energyChina's 240-ton electric truck fleet to transform mine operations
Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer XCMG has developed a 240-ton battery-electric haul truck capable of carrying payloads exceeding 550,000 pounds with a gross vehicle weight over 840,000 pounds. The truck’s electric drive system delivers about 2,550 horsepower, enabling it to climb grades up to 17% and reach speeds of roughly 35 mph, matching the performance of traditional diesel trucks while producing zero exhaust emissions. This innovation represents a significant advancement in zero-emission mining technology, demonstrating that battery power can rival diesel engines in heavy mining applications. XCMG recently signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Fortescue, a major Australian iron ore producer, to supply up to 200 of these electric trucks. This partnership is a key step in Fortescue’s efforts to decarbonize its mining operations and reduce its carbon footprint. The deal builds on a previous contract for battery-electric ancillary mining equipment and highlights Fortescue’s strategy of leveraging China’s rapid green technology manufacturing capabilities.
electric-trucksbattery-electric-vehiclesmining-technologyzero-emissiongreen-energyheavy-equipmentdecarbonizationTrump admin wants 10% stake in American lithium miner that sells to GM
The Trump administration is seeking up to a 10% equity stake in Lithium Americas, the company developing the Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada, which is poised to become the largest lithium mine in the Western Hemisphere. This request comes as part of renegotiating the repayment terms of a $2.26 billion Department of Energy loan. Despite President Trump’s critical stance on the energy transition, a White House official emphasized his support for the project’s success and fairness to taxpayers, noting that "there’s no such thing as free money." The Thacker Pass mine’s first phase is expected to produce enough lithium to supply batteries for up to 800,000 electric vehicles annually. General Motors, which holds a 38% stake in Lithium Americas following a $625 million investment last year, has secured rights to purchase the entire first phase production and 20 years of the second phase, totaling lithium sufficient for 1.6 million EVs over two decades. The Trump administration is reportedly asking GM to guarantee
energylithium-miningelectric-vehiclesDepartment-of-Energygreen-energybattery-materialssustainable-transportationPhilippines' MIT to Transitions to 100% Renewable Energy via Virtual Power Purchase Agreement - CleanTechnica
Mapúa University (formerly Mapua Institute of Technology), the Philippines’ oldest engineering and technology institution, has successfully transitioned all its campuses to 100% renewable energy through a partnership with ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES). This transition, completed most recently in May 2025 at the Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna campus, was enabled by the Department of Energy’s Green Energy Option Program (GEOP). GEOP allows large electricity consumers to contract renewable energy from licensed providers, delivering clean power generated from solar, wind, and geothermal sources via the existing grid without the need for additional infrastructure like rooftop solar panels. The environmental benefits are substantial, with the Manila and Makati campuses collectively avoiding around 350 metric tons of CO2 emissions monthly, and the Laguna campus preventing 91 tons monthly. Mapúa’s president, Dr. Dodjie S. Maestrecampo, highlighted the initiative’s alignment with the university’s mission of environmental stewardship and responsibility to future generations. The project supports several UN
energyrenewable-energysustainable-energycarbon-footprint-reductiongreen-energyclean-energyenergy-transitionSweden's 174,000-panel largest solar farm to power 18,000 homes a year
The Hultsfred Solar Farm, Sweden's largest utility-scale solar power installation, has officially commenced operations at Hultsfred Airport in the Småland region. Developed by French renewable energy company Neoen and Swedish solar developer Alight, the farm features 174,000 low-carbon photovoltaic panels spread across approximately 130 hectares (about 185 football fields). With an installed capacity of 100 megawatt-peak (MWp), it is expected to generate around 100 gigawatt hours (GWh) of green electricity annually, sufficient to power over 18,000 average Swedish homes. This project marks a significant milestone in Sweden’s renewable energy transition, enabled by a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) signed in 2022 with H&M Group, which will receive 95% of the solar farm’s renewable energy output. The solar farm began feeding electricity into the grid in April 2025 and now operates at full capacity. Besides contributing to Sweden’s clean energy
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The article highlights the launch of PlanMining’s innovative cloud mining application, which offers Bitcoin holders worldwide a new, accessible way to mine Bitcoin without the need for expensive hardware or technical expertise. By simply using a smartphone and internet connection, users can participate in Bitcoin mining and earn real-time returns. The platform leverages AI-powered intelligent computing power scheduling and operates on 100% green energy data centers, ensuring an efficient, secure, and environmentally friendly mining experience. PlanMining’s app features a user-friendly interface, flexible contract options, and automatic daily settlement and withdrawal, promoting ease of use and continuous Bitcoin appreciation. To provide stable and reliable income, PlanMining denominates all mining contracts in USD, reducing exposure to cryptocurrency price volatility. The AI-driven system dynamically adjusts computing power allocation to maintain mining efficiency and mitigate revenue fluctuations. Users can select contracts based on their risk preferences and monitor returns in real time, with the option to withdraw or reinvest earnings flexibly. The platform emphasizes security through bank-level encryption,
IoTenergyAI-computingcloud-mininggreen-energydigital-assetscryptocurrency-miningHow workers escape paycheck-to-paycheck with cloud mining
The article discusses how cloud mining platforms, specifically Ripplecoin Mining, provide an accessible way for ordinary workers to generate stable supplementary income without the need for technical expertise or hardware investment. Cloud mining allows users to purchase contracts that leverage AI-powered computing resources in green energy data centers to mine various cryptocurrencies like USDT, XRP, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. This hands-off approach eliminates the need to monitor volatile crypto markets constantly, offering daily profit settlements that can be withdrawn anytime. Ripplecoin Mining, founded in 2017 and based in London, emphasizes ease of use, transparency, compliance with regulations, and environmental sustainability. Users simply register, select a contract based on their budget, and start earning daily returns automatically. Contract options range from small short-term trials to high-yield long-term plans, catering to both beginners and experienced investors. The platform’s security measures and renewable energy use further enhance its appeal. The article highlights a case study of a mid-level office worker who achieved a stable daily profit through Ripplecoin Mining
energycloud-miningcryptocurrencyAI-computinggreen-energydata-centersblockchainWhy this LA-based VC firm was an early investor in Slate Auto
Slate Auto, an electric vehicle (EV) startup that emerged from stealth mode earlier in 2023 with an affordable EV truck, has raised approximately $700 million to date. Prior to its public debut, Slate quietly secured a Series A funding round exceeding $100 million, which included high-profile investors such as Jeff Bezos, Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter, and VC firm General Catalyst. Among the early backers was Slauson & Co., a Los Angeles-based venture capital firm founded in 2020 by Ajay Relan and Austin Clements. The firm, which aims to bridge the gap between underrepresented communities and the innovation economy, publicly shared its rationale for investing in Slate, despite the challenging landscape for EV startups and green energy initiatives. Slauson & Co. was introduced to Slate Auto through Jeff Wilkie, former Amazon consumer division CEO and co-founder of Re:Build Manufacturing, an incubator from which Slate spun out. Although investing in an EV company was somewhat outside Slaus
energyelectric-vehiclesstartupsventure-capitalautomotive-industrygreen-energymanufacturingJadarite, earth’s Kryptonite twin, could fuel 90% of Europe’s e-cars
Jadarite, a rare mineral discovered in 2004 in Serbia’s Jadar Basin by Rio Tinto, has gained renewed attention for its potential to significantly impact Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) battery industry. Chemically similar to the fictional Kryptonite from the 2006 film Superman Returns, jadarite contains high concentrations of lithium and boron—two critical elements for green technologies. Lithium is essential for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries powering EVs, while boron is used in fertilizers, smartphone glass, and renewable energy components. Researchers at the Natural History Museum in London have decoded the mineral’s rare formation process, which requires highly specific environmental conditions, making jadarite unique and currently found only in Serbia. The significance of jadarite lies in its potential to supply up to 90% of Europe’s lithium demand for EV batteries, offering a lower-energy extraction alternative compared to traditional lithium sources like spodumene. This could be transformative for Europe’s clean energy transition and reduce reliance on imported
lithiumelectric-vehiclesrenewable-energybattery-materialsjadaritegreen-energyenergy-transitionWorld’s 5th most efficient supercomputer runs 100% on green energy
Paderborn University’s new supercomputer, Otus, has achieved the rank of fifth most energy-efficient supercomputer globally on the Green 500 list, which benchmarks high-performance computing systems based on energy efficiency rather than raw speed. Otus, developed by Lenovo and pro-com Datensysteme GmbH, features 142,656 processor cores, 108 GPUs, AMD’s latest ‘Turin’ processors, and a five-petabyte IBM Spectrum Scale file system. It operates entirely on renewable energy, uses indirect free cooling for year-round efficiency, and repurposes its exhaust heat to warm buildings, underscoring its sustainability credentials. The supercomputer is expected to be fully operational by the third quarter of 2025. Otus nearly doubles the computing power of its predecessor, Noctua, enabling it to handle a wide range of CPU-intensive tasks such as atomic simulations and quantum computing. Its expandable architecture supports up to 100 field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs),
energysupercomputergreen-energyhigh-performance-computingrenewable-energyenergy-efficiencysustainable-technologyWorld's biggest electric ferry to connect Finland and Estonia by the 2030s
Finnish shipping company Viking Line has unveiled plans for Helios, the world’s largest fully electric passenger-car ferry, designed to operate emission-free between Helsinki and Tallinn by the 2030s. Measuring 640 feet long and 98 feet wide, Helios will carry up to 2,000 passengers, 650 cars, and two kilometers of freight. Powered entirely by batteries with a capacity of 85 to 100 megawatt-hours—several times larger than any existing passenger ship’s battery—the ferry will complete the 43-nautical-mile crossing in just over two hours at 23 knots. The vessel will recharge at ports using over 30 MWh of power per docking, supported by infrastructure upgrades underway at the Port of Helsinki. Helios is part of the FIN-EST Green Corridor initiative, aiming to establish a fully emission-free maritime route between Finland and Estonia. Viking Line, which has a history of maritime innovation including LNG/biogas-powered Viking Grace and the climate-smart Viking Glory, plans to order two such electric ships to double capacity on this busy route. Passenger traffic between Helsinki’s West Harbor and Tallinn is projected to more than double by 2040, with cargo volumes also rising significantly. Viking Line’s CEO Jan Hanses emphasized that emission-free technology is essential to meet growing demand while complying with tightening EU emissions regulations and rising carbon costs, marking a new era in sustainable maritime transport.
energyelectric-ferrymaritime-transportbattery-technologysustainable-shippinggreen-energyemission-free-transportation'Việt Nam tiến tới làm chủ công nghệ năng lượng hạt nhân'
energynuclear-energygreen-energyenergy-technologyenergy-policyVietnam-energyatomic-energyHySpeed Green Hydrogen Play Will Lead To Stranded Assets & Fiscal Losses
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