While data centres produce huge amounts of heat when at work, and have to be cooled with air conditioning, we also spend a lot of energy heating our homes. A French company has come up with a solution that kills two birds with one stone - a way of recycling that computing power and using it to heat buildings. Read on

When it comes to speeding up the renewable energy transition, satellites can play a crucial role. We've taken a look at a few case studies that show us how. Read on

Many researchers consider nuclear fusion as inevitable, and a real viable solution for how to power a post-carbon world. But is it simply too expensive, and too difficult, to produce? A new experiment is looking to change that. Read on

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a major impact on how many of us work. Could this provide lessons for a more sustainable future? Read on

Beaming solar power from space to Earth has long been talked about in theory, but now the first steps are being taken towards making it a reality. Read on

For many people living in rural areas around the globe, micro-grids are a lifeline, the only reliable source of power. A new study has shown that upgrading those grids with the help of digital tech could help make that power greener, more reliable and more sustainable than ever before. Read on

In Germany, the rate of construction of new wind turbines has slowed dramatically - which could have fatal consequences for the energy transition. One of the reasons that new turbines face opposition is that the giant blades endanger near-flying birds. BirdVision is tackling the problem with the help of AI. Read on

Installing solar panels tends to be a big commitment, often requiring what amounts to a small-scale home makeover. But now a startup has developed a new system for renters and homeowners who want both green power and convenience. Read on

Sunflowers have been expertly capturing the power of the sun for millennia, and now modern science is catching up. Read on