The amount of sunlight that reaches the surface of the earth in an hour is sufficient to meet all of the world's energy needs for a complete year. Solar energy systems use photovoltaic (PV) panels to convert sunlight into electrical energy. This power can be transformed into electricity and used in the aircraft industry.
By Usman Ahmed
21 Dec 2022
Following on from the Greener Manufacturing Show, AZoCleantech speaks with Christophe Williams, CEO and co-founder of Naked Energy, about the company and its mission to change energy for good by accelerating the transition to net zero carbon.
Hydrogen-powered aviation has moved closer to reality in 2022, with recent announcements from major aerospace companies Rolls-Royce and Airbus. Ground tests for hydrogen engines are underway, but there are still significant hurdles to overcome before emissions-free commercial aviation can progress.
By Ben Pilkington
20 Dec 2022
While there are currently no commercial electric aircraft projects in the pipeline, several concepts have shown that electric flight is possible. This article examines the latest research in this field and asks if electric aviation will ever take off.
By Ben Pilkington
20 Dec 2022
Recovering hydrogen from waste generates clean fuel and helps deal with the growing amount of non-recyclable waste polluting our environment.
Organic waste accounts for over 20% of global methane emissions, a powerful greenhouse gas and a major climate change contributor. Sustainable waste management systems and infrastructure are needed to reduce these emissions to keep global warming below the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)-recommended 1.5 °C.
The term digital agriculture refers to the use of computers and other electronic devices in farming and other agricultural endeavors. Digital agriculture enables farmers and other stakeholders in the agriculture value chain to increase food production using advanced technologies incorporated into a single system.
By Usman Ahmed
29 Nov 2022
Finding space for industrial-scale solar power arrays is a challenge for many countries aiming to significantly scale up renewable power capacity to meet net-zero carbon emissions targets. As a result, floating solar panel system use is increasing. In the Netherlands, this technology has been combined with solar tracking systems to produce a floating solar array that follows the sun for maximum efficiency throughout the day.
By Ben Pilkington
29 Nov 2022
Energy harvesting devices are gaining attention today as a key enabling technology for future Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly to help achieve so-called “trillion sensor systems” that passively and simultaneously monitor trillions of data points.
By Ben Pilkington
29 Nov 2022
Hydrogen’s vast reserves make it an attractive option amid increased demand for renewables to meet stated decarbonization targets. As technology improves and production costs decrease, green hydrogen could become increasingly important in shaping a greener future.