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5 common myths about geothermal energy answered in less than 400 words.

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Racing legend Bob Bondurant recently toured the U.S. Department of Energy and reunited with an old friend - the Shelby Cobra.

Four reasons why hydropower plays a major role in maintaining the reliability and resiliency of the U.S. power grid.

With the rise of robotics in both entertainment and the general marketplace, we decided to set the record straight on five common robot myths.

Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed an ultrasonic drying concept that uses vibrations instead of heat to dry clothes.