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Innovative Trio Wins Global Energy Prize 2026

By Daybreak Brief Editorial Team

Yilu Liu, Yushan Yan, and Johann W. Kolar took home the prestigious Global Energy Prize 2026, announced at the Oil Summit in Tatarstan. Liu was recognized for her work on smart grids, Yan for advancing clean hydrogen tech, and Kolar for his breakthroughs in energy conversion. These winners were chosen from a group of global finalists representing nine countries. What does it mean for you? These award-winning innovations are not just for show. They're helping to shape a cleaner, more efficient energy future that could keep your lights on and your electric car zipping around town.

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