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This Week’s Top 5 News Articles

⚡️New Ultra-Thin Solar Material Could Turn Cars and Phones into Power Sources

🇰🇷 Korean Researchers Boost Solar Cell Efficiency and Lifespan with Simple Chemical Additive

⛵️ Onshore Power and Green Fuels Propel Cruise Ships Toward Zero Emissions

🔌 Researchers Develop Rapid-Hardening Substrate for Greener Flexible Electronics

♻️ New Method Turns Microplastic Waste into High-Value Graphene

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TOP 5 NEWS ARTICLES

New Ultra-Thin Solar Material Could Turn Cars and Phones into Power Sources LINK 

• Oxford University scientists have developed an ultra-thin, flexible perovskite material that achieves over 27% solar efficiency, with the potential to exceed 45%, marking a significant advancement in solar technology.

• This versatile material can be applied to various surfaces, including cars, buildings, and mobile phones, enabling solar energy generation beyond traditional silicon-based panels.

• The innovation could lead to a new industry in solar manufacturing, but there is a risk the UK may miss out on leading this global market without proper incentives and support for commercialization.

Korean Researchers Boost Solar Cell Efficiency and Lifespan with Simple Chemical Additive LINK 

• Korean researchers have enhanced the efficiency and lifespan of tin halide perovskite solar cells by adding 4PTSC, a multifunctional additive that improves crystal growth and stability.

• The 4PTSC-modified solar cells achieved a peak efficiency of 12.22% and maintained nearly 100% of their initial performance after 500 hours, demonstrating superior long-term stability.

• This breakthrough could lead to more affordable and durable solar panels, contributing to the development of sustainable and efficient renewable energy solutions.

Onshore Power and Green Fuels Propel Cruise Ships Toward Zero Emissions LINK

• The cruise industry is moving towards net-zero emissions with innovative technologies like onshore power supply, enabling ships to connect to land-based power and reduce emissions.

• Cruise lines are investing in advanced technologies, such as fuel cells, batteries, and new sustainable fuels like green methanol, resulting in a 16% reduction in CO2 emissions per ship in Europe.

• Collaborative efforts across the industry, including pilot projects and partnerships with NGOs, aim to overcome challenges in sustainable fuel availability and promote responsible tourism practices.

Researchers Develop Rapid-Hardening Substrate for Greener Flexible Electronics LINK

• MIT, the University of Utah, and Meta have developed a new light-cured polyimide material for faster, scalable production of flexible electronics, addressing e-waste issues.

• The material hardens under UV light at room temperature and allows for easy recyclability, enabling the recovery of valuable components like microchips and metals.

• This innovation aims to reduce e-waste and offers economic benefits through the reuse of rare and expensive materials.

New Method Turns Microplastic Waste into High-Value Graphene LINK

• Scientists at James Cook University have developed a method to convert harmful microplastics into valuable graphene using Atmospheric Pressure Microwave Plasma synthesis.

• The process quickly turns microplastics into graphene, which is 200 times stronger than steel, in just one minute, offering a faster and more eco-friendly way to produce this highly sought-after material.

• This breakthrough not only helps reduce microplastic pollution but also provides graphene for various applications, such as water purification and electronics.

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