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Materials science as key enabler for clean energy transition

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If you don’t change direction, you will end up where you are heading,” said Lao Tzu, the father of Taoism. Better catalysts and photoelectrochemical devices allow a more efficient generation of hydrogen and oxygen (g), and CO 2 conversion to fuels and chemicals (h). Where are we heading? —Chu et al. Renewable energy future.

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A Skeptic’s Take on Beaming Power to Earth from Space

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Energy experts have been warning that electricity is likely to get more expensive and less reliable unless renewable power that waxes and wanes under inconstant sunlight and wind is backed up by generators that can run whenever needed. The challenges for their engineering and assembly are equally gargantuan.

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