Students from across Europe are building the future together

You may have heard of a collider: a device in which scientists collide particles. The particles impact each other, leading to new discoveries. The Euroteq Collider, an initiative of the European Commission, builds on this principle. Students from all over Europe,...
Big, bigger, biggest: mega wind and solar farms in the Netherlands

Big, bigger, biggest: mega wind and solar farms in the Netherlands

Wind and solar farms are rapidly built around the world. Australia has just approved the construction of the world’s largest solar park. This solar park, to be built in the north of the country, will eventually generate 6 gigawatts of electricity. This will enable the...
Beware: plug-in balcony solar panels are risky

Beware: plug-in balcony solar panels are risky

Solar panels that you hang on your balcony and plug into the socket seem convenient but carry serious risks, experts warn on NU.nl. They warn of electric shocks and fire hazards if misused. Sockets not suitable Here’s the thing: outlets are not designed to feed...
Europe increases pressure on Chinese EV market with new Tesla tax

Europe increases pressure on Chinese EV market with new Tesla tax

The European Commission has introduced a new 9% import duty on Chinese-made Tesla cars. The move comes after an investigation into unfair state aid to Chinese electric car manufacturers. Tesla, previously granted a reprieve and hoped for an exemption, must now accept...