AZo Cleantech

1 week ago | azocleantech.com | Laura Thomson |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Laura ThomsonA recent article published in Nature highlighted the significant role of the abyssal seafloor in regulating the biogeochemical cycling of trace metals in the ocean. Researchers utilized field data and advanced modeling to comprehensively explore how sedimentary processes and particle interactions in deep-sea regions influence the distribution and behavior of key trace elements.

1 week ago | azocleantech.com | Laura Thomson |Simran Arora

Agrivoltaics or agrophotovoltaics combines agriculture and solar energy production on the same piece of land. It involves installing solar panels above agricultural land to allow crops to grow underneath. This dual-use approach enables farmers to generate electricity while continuing to cultivate food.1Image Credit: Jacopo Landi/Shutterstock.comAgrivoltaic systems are typically mounted on elevated structures, providing enough space beneath for crop growth and the movement of farm machinery.

2 weeks ago | azocleantech.com | Laura Thomson |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Laura ThomsonIn a full-scale demonstration on an oil rig near Houston, Texas, Quaise Energy showcased its new drilling technique capable of reaching superhot geothermal resources 2 to 12 miles beneath the Earth's surface. This advancement represents a significant step toward harnessing previously inaccessible thermal energy as a clean alternative to fossil fuels, offering a promising solution to meet growing global energy demands.

2 weeks ago | azocleantech.com | Laura Thomson |Ankit Singh

Reviewed by Laura ThomsonAgrivoltaics is the combination of solar energy production and farming on the same land. This approach helps tackle problems like land scarcity and climate change while providing food and energy sustainably. By using photovoltaic (PV) technology alongside agriculture, agrivoltaic systems make better use of land. This article discusses the different types of agrivoltaic systems, their design principles, benefits, and challenges.

2 weeks ago | azocleantech.com | Laura Thomson |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Laura ThomsonA recent review published in Advanced Powder Materials comprehensively explored the potential of converting cigarette butts (CBs) into carbon-based low-dimensional materials (CLDM) for renewable energy applications. It addressed the environmental hazards of CB waste and assessed innovative recycling methods to transform this pollutant into valuable resources.