Google Energy Dome Photo Google Gemini MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA — In a bold move toward its 24/7 carbon-free energy goal, Google has announced a new partnership with Italian startup Energy Dome to deploy a novel long-duration energy storage (LDES) technology that uses giant domes filled with carbon dioxide (CO₂). This collaboration represents Google's first commercial deal in the LDES space and is a significant step in making intermittent renewable energy sources , like solar and wind , more reliable around the clock. The technology, dubbed the " CO₂ Battery ," operates on a simple, yet powerful, thermo-mechanical principle . When there's an excess of cheap renewable energy on the grid, the system uses that power to compress CO₂ gas, which is stored in a large, flexible dome, and turn it into a liquid. The heat generated during this process is also captured and stored. When the grid needs more power—for example, when the sun isn't shining or the wind isn't blowi...

Wind Towers and Transmission line through Australian farmland inc Kangaroo The recent motion passed by the Queensland LNP convention to abandon the net zero commitment represents a significant departure from the current official position of the federal Coalition . 1 Here's a breakdown of the key differences: Federal Coalition's Official Stance: Commitment to Net Zero: The federal Coalition, while in government and in opposition, has maintained a commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. This is a public position affirmed by the party's leadership, including Opposition Leader Sussan Ley and Nationals leader David Littleproud . Emphasis on Technology: Their approach to achieving this goal often emphasizes a " technology-agnostic" strategy , which includes a strong focus on nuclear power as a key part of the energy mix. 2 They argue that this approach offers a reliable, low-emissions alternative to a " renewables-only" transition , which t...