Remove Backup Remove Chemicals Remove Comparison Remove Storage
article thumbnail

Why a “room-temperature superconductor” would be a huge deal

Vox

But the science of why it matters is, by comparison, relatively simple. Batteries — from a Duracell AA all the way to a Tesla lithium-ion battery capable of holding approximately 100 kWh — store energy chemically, and can convert it to usable electricity. That necessarily involves some energy loss and inefficiency.

Energy 92
article thumbnail

EPA Issues Urgent Alert for Water Utilities to Enhance Cyber Defenses

SecureWorld News

I applaud the EPA for recognizing the criticality of water treatment, storage, and distribution facilities. Section 1433 is a starting point; however, critical infrastructure systems are usually dated, and operational technologies like chemical monitoring solutions present a significant risk," Aiello said. "To

System 96