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19 Sep 2025
Climate Change Impact | Modern office surrounded by wind turbines and solar panels sits atop a hidden mining pit with e-waste and rare earth machinery, symbolising the hidden cost of green energy

Climate Change or Climate Cash Cow?

Climate Change, Carbon Taxes, and the Perspective Not Many Talk About

Climate change is no longer just a scientific discussion, it’s an economic weapon, a political tool, and a personal cost for many.

At PRV Engineering, we don’t take sides in ideological debates. We do, however, deal in facts, systems, and solutions but when the facts are being manipulated, or profit is being prioritised over people, it’s time we all take things a little more seriously.

Because yes, the climate is changing.
And yes, humans have made it worse.
But no, the current response isn’t entirely about saving the planet.

It’s also about controlling the narrative, taxing the symptoms, and engineering a new economy based on fear.

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11 Sep 2025
Nuclear Fusion Engineering | World's First Plant Begins Construction

Nuclear Fusion Engineering: The Race for Clean Energy Just Got Real

What Is Nuclear Fusion Engineering?

Nuclear fusion engineering is the field of designing, developing, and constructing reactors that replicate the sun’s energy production on Earth. Unlike nuclear fission, which splits atoms to release energy, fusion forces hydrogen isotopes together at temperatures exceeding 100 million degrees Celsius. The result? Massive energy output, minimal long-term waste, and no carbon emissions from the reaction itself.

It’s the holy grail of clean energy but it’s also one of the most difficult feats of engineering in history.

Until now.

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4 Sep 2025
Engineering Services at PRV

Engineering Services Under One Roof: The PRV Engineering Advantage

Why Choose PRV Engineering for Your Engineering Services Needs

When UK firms need reliable, high-precision engineering services, they often find themselves choosing between narrow specialists or general fabricators. PRV Engineering bridges that gap: offering everything from concept CAD support to structural fabrication, coatings, and on-site installation under one roof. Here’s what makes PRV more than just a supplier.

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27 Aug 2025
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19 Aug 2025

AI Impact on Engineering Jobs: What Engineers Need to Know Right Now

Is the AI Impact on Engineering Jobs a Threat or an Opportunity?

The AI impact on engineering jobs is no longer a distant theory, it’s happening right now. As artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in design tools, data analysis, and documentation processes, engineers across disciplines are asking: is this the next leap forward or a warning sign of displacement?

With real-world data from Microsoft’s Copilot study now shedding light on how AI is actually being used in engineering workflows, it’s clear that the conversation has shifted from hype to hard evidence. The challenge isn’t whether engineers will be replaced—but how their roles will evolve.

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15 Aug 2025
Timber Construction | Sustainability and Deforestation

Timber Construction: Sustainable Innovation or Hidden Environmental Cost?

Timber Construction Is Having a Moment—But What’s Driving the Trend?

The construction industry is undergoing a quiet revolution. In the wake of increasing demand for low-carbon materials, timber construction is being hailed as a frontrunner in the race to decarbonise buildings. Known for being lightweight, renewable, and easy to work with, timber is turning heads in commercial and public projects—from schools and offices to high-rise flats.

But behind the sleek wooden facades and impressive carbon offset claims lies a more complex story.

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6 Aug 2025
The Truth Behind Plastic Recycling

Plastic Recycling Challenges: The Engineering Limits No One Talks About

Plastic Recycling Is Broken—And It’s Not Your Fault

For decades, we’ve been told to rinse, sort, and recycle to save the planet. Entire campaigns have guilt-tripped consumers into believing that plastic pollution exists because we don’t try hard enough. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: plastic recycling was never designed to succeed at scale.

The real culprits? Chemical complexity, engineering constraints, and an economic model that rewards virgin plastic over circular systems.

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28 Jul 2025
UK Defence Industry | Technology for the Future

What’s New in the UK Defence Industry?

Defence Industry Innovation: Why Precision Engineering is the Backbone of Modern Warfare

The UK defence industry is at a turning point. In the face of unprecedented global threats, the UK is investing heavily in new defence technologies (DefTech). This includes everything from laser weapon systems and autonomous platforms to cyber resilience and electrification. All of these defence industry innovations are backed by strategic reforms, a sharp increase in funding, and the launch of new organisations designed to fast-track defence capability from concept to deployment.

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23 Jul 2025
Powder Coating vs Wet Spray Painting | A PRV Engineering Guide

Powder Coating vs Wet Spray Painting: Which Finish Should You Choose?

Powder Coating vs Wet Spray Painting: Pros, Cons, and How to Make the Right Choice

When comparing powder coating vs wet spray painting, the choice isn’t just cosmetic—it impacts durability, performance, and lifecycle costs. For industries where precision and resilience matter, such as construction, automotive, and electrical systems, the two most common coating options are powder coating and wet spray painting.

But how do they compare, and which is right for your project? At PRV, we offer both powder coating and wet spray painting, along with shot blasting and specialist finishes, so we’re uniquely positioned to guide you through the differences.

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16 Jul 2025
TheElectric Motor Innovation

Electric Motor Innovation: What a Teen’s Breakthrough Means for Engineering

Rethinking the Industry: Electric Motor Innovation from the Next Generation

Electric motor innovation doesn’t always come from a lab—sometimes it’s a 17-year-old in a garage. Let’s go back in time to 2022. Then 17-year-old inventor Robert Sansone sparked global attention with a breakthrough electric motor design that worked without rare-earth magnets.

Built using 3D-printed parts and simple materials, his prototype achieved 39% more torque and 31% greater efficiency than traditional designs. Now, as the automotive industry continues to battle resource scarcity and cost pressures, Sansone’s innovation is being re-examined as a symbol of what’s possible when fresh thinking meets engineering fundamentals.

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