Exploring Energy, Explaining Science

Dr. Iryna Doronina Senior Researcher at ETH in collaboration with PLUS, for the first time in Ukraine, mapped all energy infrastructure in Ukraine (more than 1700 units), identified energy sector damages and calculated detailed renewable energy potential by region, using a comprehensive spatial analysis that integrates environmental, social, and technical factors. Research identifies priority regions for solar and wind energy development, offering…

Green and white roofs are sustainable solutions for reducing urban heat and improving building energy performance. When combined with photovoltaic (PV) systems, they are often promoted as technologies that also enhance solar energy yield. However, our comprehensive analysis reveals that previous studies may have overstated their benefits. By evaluating year-round performance across diverse climates, we found that gains to PV electricity production…

Fusion energy promises an abundant source of clean and safe electricity. With billions of dollars already invested, we have been making unprecedented progress towards making fusion energy a reality. But what is it exactly, what’s the current status, and what are the next steps? This article explains what fusion energy is, its current state, and the pending obstacles that need to be…