Renewable Energy

Jun 14, 2023

Are Electric Vehicles As Green As We Think? Rob Handfield Weighs In

Poole College professor Rob Handfield discusses how the demand for ‘green metals’ used in electric vehicle battery manufacturing far exceeds global supply and today’s known reserves. 

Mar 29, 2023

The 2023 Energy Preview Now Available

We are thrilled to announce the release of our inaugural Energy Preview, available here for download. The Energy Preview was launched by the NC State Energy Collaborative in the Fall of… 

Feb 27, 2023

Corralling Ions Improves Viability of Next Generation Solar Cells

The finding paves the way for a new generation of lighter, more flexible, and more efficient solar cell technologies suitable for practical use. 

Jan 6, 2023

In an Advance for Solar Fuels, Hybrid Materials Improve Photocatalytic Carbon Dioxide Reduction

Tech Xplore NC State researchers were part of a team that found that hybrid materials for photocatalysis could leverage the high selectivity and efficiency imparted by a molecular catalyst synergistically with the durability of a solid material support. 

Nov 3, 2022

Integrating Robotics, Materials Science to Capture Solar Energy

In developing more effective solar panels cells, NC State researchers are establishing more inclusive, accessible ways to do science. 

Jan 25, 2022

New Technique Boosts Efficiency, Sustainability of Large-Scale Perovskite Solar Cells

The technique will reduce the cost and improve the performance of mass-produced perovskite solar cells. 

Apr 4, 2019

NC State’s New Energy Club Hosts “Point of No Return” Film Screening

On March 27, the newly established Student Energy Club at NC State hosted a film screening of “Point of No Return” at Witherspoon Cinema.  

Aug 28, 2018

New Program to Fuel Bioeconomy Launches

What do Reebok shoes, fuel and disposable forks have in common? All can be made from biorenewable sources instead of petroleum. This fall, we’re welcoming undergraduate students and teachers as part of a new program to promote the bioproducts industry. 

Jun 14, 2018

Faculty Researcher Explores Solar Air Heating In Agricultural Settings

Sanjay Shah discusses temperature conditions in a swine nursery with graduate student Li Yu to evaluate the effectiveness of a solar powered heating system. Faculty Focus: Shah Seeks Real-World Solutions… 

Jun 14, 2018

How Mapping, Satellite Technologies Can Help Pick Ideal Sites for Solar

May 23, 2018  |  Nash Dunn Solar energy installations have seen steady growth in the past decade, with the World Energy Council reporting a global increase from 14 to 227 gigawatts of installed electric…