Scientists in China have used ground heat exchangers based on volcanic tuff stones to improve storage capabilities and efficiency of photovoltaic-thermal systems. Their experiments showed that the ...

Innovative biochar-infused phase-change materials show significant improvements in thermal conductivity and energy storage, ...

Heat batteries quietly solve a major transition gap, storing surplus renewable electricity as heat.

TOKYO, March 13 (Reuters) - Osaka Gas (9532.T), opens new tab, Japan's second-largest city gas provider, said its domestic thermal power generation capacity will reach 3.2 gigawatts by 2026 with the ...

Thermal mass is the ability of a material to absorb, store, and release heat. Used to moderate building temperatures by reducing fluctuations, the concept is crucial in improving energy efficiency.