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A Closer Look at Two Operational Small Modular Reactor Designs

POWER Magazine

There are literally dozens of small modular reactor (SMR) and microreactor designs being developed by different companies around the world, and some of the work has been going on for decades. Yet, only two The post A Closer Look at Two Operational Small Modular Reactor Designs appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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The KJ Show: Episode 77: Food Fight: The Climate Debate Over Food

Energy Central

Every week, I host 'The KJ Show,' which offers a mix of breaking news and practical advice on how the energy industry affects the consumer. During this fast-paced show, I combine weekly energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community. After each show, I'll share it here with the Energy Central Community in case you were unable to join me live.

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Energy Industry Job Market Is Growing Fast, but Finding Workers Is Challenging

POWER Magazine

The energy workforce added nearly 300,000 jobs in 2022, increasing to more than 8.1 million total jobs at the end of the year, according to the Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) 2023 U.S. Energy and The post Energy Industry Job Market Is Growing Fast, but Finding Workers Is Challenging appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Breakout EV US Sales

Energy Central

Canary: "Chart: Gas-powered cars are losing market share to EVs and hybrids." In 2023, traditional fossil-fueled cars dropped to 84% of total passenger vehicles sales in the US—the lowest ever. Contrariwise, sales of both fully electric cars + hybrids are climbing to new heights. "The change is driven in part by a surge in sales for hybrid vehicles with.

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Commercial, Industrial Sites Embrace Innovation for New Generation

POWER Magazine

The importance of a reliable and resilient power supply continues to grow, and so does the need to control energy costs. That’s why more institutions want power systems that support operational efficiency The post Commercial, Industrial Sites Embrace Innovation for New Generation appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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UK | Underground Hydrogen Storage

Energy Central

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Coal Continues as Key Part of Japan’s Energy Mix

POWER Magazine

Japan’s energy mix is in flux as the country slowly brings idled nuclear reactors online. The 2011 Fukushima disaster upended the nation’s power generation, resulting in more reliance on coal and natural The post Coal Continues as Key Part of Japan’s Energy Mix appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Shifting Gears: How Diesel and Gas Engines Are Thriving in the New Power Paradigm

POWER Magazine

As the global power industry pivots toward decarbonization and decentralization, major manufacturers of diesel and gas engines are strategically adapting to change. While large power plants frequently garner The post Shifting Gears: How Diesel and Gas Engines Are Thriving in the New Power Paradigm appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Transport: EUR 1 billion for alternative fuels infrastructure projects

Energy Central

Transport: EUR 1 billion for alternative fuels infrastructure projects This call for proposals covers the roll-out of alternative fuels infrastructure for road, maritime, inland waterway and air transport.

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Marnie Surfaceblow: Marnie Finds a Pest

POWER Magazine

Small clues can sometimes help reveal larger problems. Don’t ignore unusual events and remember not to let history repeat. “One unit’s offline, and it’s about to become two, right as power prices and The post Marnie Surfaceblow: Marnie Finds a Pest appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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North West England | Hydrogen Storage requirements

Energy Central

North West England | Hydrogen Storage requirements

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Understanding Future Prospects for Hydrogen, Energy Storage, and Renewables

POWER Magazine

The world is undergoing a remarkable energy transition. Clean power systems are in high demand, offering a bright future for hydrogen and renewables. However, energy storage projects that may look promising The post Understanding Future Prospects for Hydrogen, Energy Storage, and Renewables appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Revolutionizing EVs: Dynamic Vehicle Charging takes mobility to the next level.

Energy Central

One might wonder why electric vehicles can't recharge their batteries while in motion, leveraging kinetic energy, similar to how traditional gasoline cars operate. Currently, electric vehicles harness the kinetic energy they generate through a process known as regenerative braking. This occurs when EVs apply brakes, converting kinetic energy into electrical energy, which is then.

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UK’s Drax Eyes U.S. for Bioenergy CCS Expansion Drive

POWER Magazine

The 2.6-GW Drax Power Station in northeastern England—once Western Europe’s largest coal-fired power plant—is poised to pioneer bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS), a negative emissions The post UK’s Drax Eyes U.S. for Bioenergy CCS Expansion Drive appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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U.S. District Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Allowing Lessee  to Utilize Surface Overlying Severed Mineral Estate to Develop Neighboring Lands

Vorys Energy

In EOG Resources, Inc. v. Lucky Land Management, LLC, 2024 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 31348, United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio granted a preliminary injunction to EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG), enjoining Lucky Land Management, LLC (Lucky Land) from interfering with EOG’s reasonable use of the surface in connection with its lease of the severed oil and gas rights underlying approximately 313.20 acres located in Noble County, Ohio.

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Sustaining Safe Nuclear Energy with Nondestructive Testing

POWER Magazine

Nondestructive testing is a multidisciplinary profession that blends quality assurance and materials science. Many industries rely upon it, but few uses are more important than in the nuclear power sector The post Sustaining Safe Nuclear Energy with Nondestructive Testing appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Partnership with Canadian Government Will Add 500-Plus EV Chargers to Toronto

NGT News

The city of Toronto, Ontario, is partnering with the government of Canada to add more than 500 new electric vehicle chargers to the city’s corporate charging network. This $10 million joint investment means Toronto will benefit from 486 new Level 2 chargers, which offer higher-rate charging; and 40 new fast chargers, which are at least […] The post Partnership with Canadian Government Will Add 500-Plus EV Chargers to Toronto appeared first on NGT News.

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POWER Digest [March 2024]

POWER Magazine

Dominion Secures Final Approvals for 2.6-GW Offshore Wind Project. Dominion Energy on Jan. 30 said it received the last two major federal approvals needed to kick off construction of its 2.6-GW Coastal The post POWER Digest [March 2024] appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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An Interview with Akshat Rathi is - Bloomberg News

Energy Central

What’s it all about? People, Policies and Technology. Unsung cleantech heroes, why we shouldn’t worry too much about Trump in the Whitehouse, at least where the IRA is concerned. I take a deep dive into the economic and technological drivers of the energy and mobility transition with Bloomberg Climate reporter and Author of Climate Capitalism, Akshat Rathi, it’s a great.

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