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A new study reveals that when households install solar panels, they often increase their electricity consumption because they perceive the energy as ‘free’, a phenomenon known as the solar rebound effect. This effect significantly shapes Europe’s energy system, driving up investment needs and costs, and the researchers argue it must be included in future energy planning.
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Researchers have developed a new online tool (HTWOL) that standardizes how the environmental impact of hydrogen supply chains is measured. This tool shows that current studies underestimate the impacts of so-called ‘green’ hydrogen, suggesting its use should be limited to applications that are very difficult to electrify.
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A detailed analysis of the Hutton Sandstone formation in Australia’s Eromanga Basin has identified a promising area for geothermal energy, with temperatures exceeding 120°C and good reservoir characteristics. This assessment estimates the in-place thermal energy potential to be as high as 245 megawatts, highlighting a significant untapped resource for clean power generation.
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