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Several projects are being funded by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Energy (ARPA-E) for the development and research of using liquid battery electrodes that reduce costs while increasing energy density. These new batteries have the ability to be recharged or replaced with new fuel.

After an 18 month transitional period to implementing the updated Waste, Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) into EU national law, major changes will effecting the photo voltaic (PV) solar panel market.

A University of West England computer scientist has created bio-wires with lettuce that could lead the way for biological computers and bio-robots.

Toyota is currently testing a new wireless charging system for plug-in hybrids and electric cars in three homes in Japan. The system is comprised of a unique electromagnetic coil set that is in the ground and uses inductive battery charging methods that could eliminate the use of wires and plugs.

Scientists at Harvard University have created robots that use sensors, a few set of rules and environmental signals to build pyramids and other structures. The team was inspired by termites and their ability to work self-sufficiently without communication or a leader.