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Will the World's First Nuclear Fusion Power Plant Be Built in Virginia? Here's Why We're Skeptical

CFS will build the first fusion power plant in Virginia, expected to produce 400 MW by the early 2030s.

The Ultimate Guide To Metabolic Fitness

Metabolic fitness encompasses the efficiency of bodily systems for energy production, crucial for fitness, longevity, and overall performance.

Newly discovered mechanism in the cell's energy factory can lead to new treatment of muscle disorders

A newly discovered mechanism in muscle cells enhances energy production activated by exercise, showing promise for treating various muscle disorders.

Should Offshore Oil Rigs Be Turned into Artificial Reefs?

California's offshore oil platforms have a limited lifespan, leading to many being shut-in and awaiting decommissioning.

Donald Trump Will Be The Next President Of The United States

The Trump-Vance campaign focuses on strict immigration control and national security policies.
#climate-change

Cop29 host Azerbaijan set for major fossil gas expansion, report says

Azerbaijan's Cop29 hosting coincides with an expansion of fossil gas production, raising concerns over vested interests in climate negotiations.

Can hydropower hold its own against weather extremes? DW 04/27/2024

Hydropower's vulnerability to climate change is highlighted by recent droughts affecting energy production in Ecuador and Colombia.

Heat and drought are sucking US hydropower dry

Hydropower generation in Western US reached a two-decade low in 2023.
Drought and extreme heat led to a decrease in hydropower production, exacerbating reliance on fossil fuels.

Cop29 host Azerbaijan set for major fossil gas expansion, report says

Azerbaijan's Cop29 hosting coincides with an expansion of fossil gas production, raising concerns over vested interests in climate negotiations.

Can hydropower hold its own against weather extremes? DW 04/27/2024

Hydropower's vulnerability to climate change is highlighted by recent droughts affecting energy production in Ecuador and Colombia.

Heat and drought are sucking US hydropower dry

Hydropower generation in Western US reached a two-decade low in 2023.
Drought and extreme heat led to a decrease in hydropower production, exacerbating reliance on fossil fuels.
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Tesla's Megafactory Shanghai construction surpasses key milestone

Tesla's Shanghai Megapack factory construction is over halfway complete, with production expected to start in early 2025.

Hurricane Helene forces these Gulf Coast energy facilities to scale back operations

Hurricane Helene threatens the U.S. Gulf Coast, leading to significant evacuations and shutdowns of energy production facilities.
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Kamala Harris tries to navigate the convoluted politics of oil and gas - High Country News

Vice President Harris' debate statements indicate a political pivot on fracking, revealing tensions between climate advocacy and energy production.

Oil vs. wildlife: Texas sues Biden administration over lizard's endangered status

The lawsuit by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton challenges the endangered status of the dunes sagebrush lizard, citing threats to property rights and energy production.

Kamala Harris tries to navigate the convoluted politics of oil and gas - High Country News

Vice President Harris' debate statements indicate a political pivot on fracking, revealing tensions between climate advocacy and energy production.

Oil vs. wildlife: Texas sues Biden administration over lizard's endangered status

The lawsuit by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton challenges the endangered status of the dunes sagebrush lizard, citing threats to property rights and energy production.
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Kamala Harris is not your wacky aunt, she's more dangerous than Biden

President Biden endorsed Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, highlighting her imminent path to the presidency.

Fox's Tarlov Hammers Trump's Gloomy Economic Speech As U.S. Hits Record Oil Production: Not The Best Day to Be Doing This'

Trump's speech contrasts with positive economic indicators, revealing a shift in public trust towards Kamala Harris.

Kamala Harris is not your wacky aunt, she's more dangerous than Biden

President Biden endorsed Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, highlighting her imminent path to the presidency.

Fox's Tarlov Hammers Trump's Gloomy Economic Speech As U.S. Hits Record Oil Production: Not The Best Day to Be Doing This'

Trump's speech contrasts with positive economic indicators, revealing a shift in public trust towards Kamala Harris.
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What it takes to build an Olympic athlete - from guts to grip strength

Olympians have a higher VO2 max and more wrinkly mitochondria for enhanced endurance and energy production.

Oil Companies Expand Offshore Drilling, Pointing to Energy Needs

Oil companies expand offshore drilling despite pledges to reduce emissions.

Why a Liberal Premier Wants to Pause a Carbon Tax Increase

Newfoundland and Labrador's oil industry's significance often overlooked in carbon debates.
#nuclear-fusion

Energy breakthrough needed for AGI, says OpenAI's Altman

Sam Altman believes a breakthrough in energy production is necessary to advance AI models.
OpenAI's GPT-3 system consumed 936 MWh to train, equivalent to the energy used by 90 households in a year.

Are we on the brink of a nuclear fusion breakthrough? : Short Wave

Nuclear fusion has the potential to revolutionize energy production by providing clean, limitless energy without greenhouse gas emissions or long-term nuclear waste.
Despite past failures, recent investments from venture capitalists and tech entrepreneurs are driving new efforts to achieve commercial success in nuclear fusion.

Energy breakthrough needed for AGI, says OpenAI's Altman

Sam Altman believes a breakthrough in energy production is necessary to advance AI models.
OpenAI's GPT-3 system consumed 936 MWh to train, equivalent to the energy used by 90 households in a year.

Are we on the brink of a nuclear fusion breakthrough? : Short Wave

Nuclear fusion has the potential to revolutionize energy production by providing clean, limitless energy without greenhouse gas emissions or long-term nuclear waste.
Despite past failures, recent investments from venture capitalists and tech entrepreneurs are driving new efforts to achieve commercial success in nuclear fusion.
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Swan Bitcoin Launches Mining Division, Targets Over 8 Exahash by March

BTC-only exchange Swan Bitcoin has unveiled its mining division, Swan Mining, which aims to secure the Bitcoin network and contribute to energy production.
Swan Mining has already purchased and deployed mining equipment, with plans to enhance its capacity from 4.5 exahash to over 8 exahash.
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