Energy

Wood has secured about £1.5m funding for robotics innovation - image courtesy of Wood Group.

UK energy company gets £1.5m award for robotics innovation

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Energy technology development centre in Sheffield launched

A worker inspects a solar panel prior to installation - image courtesy of SunPower

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World’s largest virtual power plant to be built in South Australia

Heathcoat Fabrics has completed a £3m worth of renewable energy installations across its UK-based factory - image courtesy of Depositphotos.

UK textile manufacturer invests £3m in renewable energy

Solar panels imported into the US will now face large tariffs. Image courtesy of Wikipedia.

US introduces tariffs on solar panels and washing machines

The completion of a electric vehicle batteries programme is a milestone in the company's aim to become a niche battery manufacturer - image courtesy of Ricardo.

Ricardo to manufacture electric vehicle batteries

A GE gas turbine under construction. Image courtesy of GE Power.

GE cuts 12,000 jobs as renewable energy hits business

The new electric cargo ship will carry coal around the Pearl River Delta. Image courtesy of Chris Hoare

China launches first ever electric cargo ship

Graphene has many potentially revolutionary properties. Image courtesy of the University of Manchester

Graphene offers new battery options and potential for limitless energy

An artist's impression of the Tesla battery installation in South Australia. Image courtesy of Tesla.

Huge Tesla battery array completed before deadline in Australia

The Manufacturer Smart Factory Expo 2016 - image courtesy of The Manufacturer

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Smart Factory Expo: survival guide