Science / Environment / Energy

This Market Business News category includes all of our articles that are related to science or the environment. This includes research projects in science and events that have an impact on the environment (be it beneficial or detrimental). This page is where you will find information on what is happening in the renewable energy industry, news to do with the electric or hybrid vehicle market, and information about electricity consumption, etc.

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Deforestation of Amazon rainforest could accelerate as a result of US-China trade war

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The US-China trade war could have a dramatic impact on deforestation of the Amazon rainforest, experts warn. In 2018, the US imposed tariffs of up...
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FPL announces plans for America’s largest community solar power program

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FPL has announced plans for the biggest community solar power program in America. FPL (Florida Power & Light Company) filed a proposal with the...
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Sir Richard Branson proposes strategy to combat climate change

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Virgin founder, Sir Richard Branson, proposed a strategy to combat climate change. He shared his vision for a Clean Energy Dividend which he hopes...
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New theory of ceramics promises to improve performance of batteries, energy technology

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Scientists have developed a new theory of what happens at the small scale in ceramic materials such as those that go to make rechargeable...
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Wales plans to have 100% renewable energy by 2035, says IWA

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The IWA (Institute of Welsh Affairs) has a plan to have Wales using 100% renewable energy by 2035. It has published a study on...
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UK offshore wind to provide 30% of country’s energy by 2030 under new deal

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The UK government unveiled plans to ensure that 30% of the country’s electricity comes from offshore wind farms by 2030 under a new joint...
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Better solar cells from light from an exotic crystal semiconductor

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Researchers have discovered a new way to control light that comes from exotic crystal semiconductors. They say their new way could lead to more...
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Scalable graphene-based yarn produced in Manchester, UK

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Researchers at the National Graphene Institute have created a method to produce scalable graphene-based yarn. E-textiles have great potential for sportswear, healthcare, aerospace, and...
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Has Science gone too far? A cashless future for Sweden and potential problems

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Sweden is considered to be one of the most Liberal countries in the world. Their policies towards minorities and the inclusion of people of...
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MGE wind farm near Saratoga, Iowa is operational

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The MGE 66 MW wind farm near Saratoga in Iowa is now operational. MGE (Madison Gas and Electric) is a primary subsidiary of MGE...