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4 November 2026

Closing the energy loop with seawater co-production

Researchers have demonstrated a 250-kilowatt system that generates hydrogen and fresh water simultaneously from seawater, achieving a 14.4% improvement in electricity utilisation compared to conventional separate processes. The mechanism redirects low-grade waste heat, which typically accounts for 30% of the…

3 November 2026

The contradiction between AI productivity and workforce entry

Artificial intelligence promises extraordinary productivity and economic growth, yet corporations are deploying hundreds of billions of dollars into infrastructure before confirming that financial returns justify the expenditure. This investment surge targets efficiency, but it simultaneously forces a choice between replacing…

2 November 2026

Grid constraints force a shift in energy strategy

Economic transitions now collide with physical infrastructure limits, particularly in electricity grids. In 2025, data centres accounted for 23% of Ireland's metered electricity, a sharp rise from 5% a decade earlier. This surge forced the Commission for Regulation of Utilities…

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