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Solar-Plus-Storage Project Brings New Energy to California

POWER Magazine

Clearway Energy’s Daggett Solar + Storage power plant in San Bernardino County is a model for producing renewable energy, and taking advantage of existing infrastructure, at the site of a closed thermal The post Solar-Plus-Storage Project Brings New Energy to California appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Builtmore Begins Producing Isuzu NRR-EV Electric Vehicle at Michigan Facility

NGT News

Builtmore Contract Manufacturing, a go-to-market brand of The Shyft Group Inc., has commenced production of the Isuzu NRR-EV at its facility in Charlotte, Michigan. This achievement stems from a long-standing relationship between Builtmore and Isuzu North America Corporation, bringing an innovative electric vehicle option to the commercial market. “The start of production for the Isuzu […] The post Builtmore Begins Producing Isuzu NRR-EV Electric Vehicle at Michigan Facility appeared

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Report Says China, India Account for Nearly All New Coal-Fired Generation

POWER Magazine

Research from a group that tracks fossil fuel and other energy projects shows that just 15 countries, led by China and India, account for 98% of coal-fired power plants under […] The post Report Says China, India Account for Nearly All New Coal-Fired Generation appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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EVaaS Changes Brand Name to XLR8 America

NGT News

EVaaS Solutions, a provider of electric vehicle charging solutions, is rebranding as XLR8 America. The new name reflects the company’s commitment to revolutionizing the EV charging industry with transformative technology, exceptional customer service and innovative financial solutions. “Our rebranding as XLR8 America signifies more than just a name change; it represents our accelerated commitment to […] The post EVaaS Changes Brand Name to XLR8 America appeared first on NGT News.

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South Fork: A Positive Turn for U.S. Offshore Wind

POWER Magazine

South Fork Wind, the first commercial-scale offshore wind project to come online in the U.S., and New York’s first offshore wind farm, marks a milestone for the industry’s future in America. The U.S The post South Fork: A Positive Turn for U.S. Offshore Wind appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Companies Showcase Hydrogen Fuel Cell Refuse Truck at Clean Energy Event

NGT News

Hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturer Hyzon, along with refuse truck body manufacturer New Way Trucks and sustainable waste management company Recology, recently showcased North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric refuse truck for U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Undersecretary for Infrastructure David Crane, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and U.S.

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Notre Dame Captures Top Plant Award for South Bend Hydro Project

POWER Magazine

A run-of-river hydro project on the St. Joseph River in downtown South Bend, Indiana, spearheaded by the University of Notre Dame, was one of the first ever in the U.S. to utilize the StreamDiver propeller The post Notre Dame Captures Top Plant Award for South Bend Hydro Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Nuclear Milestone: China’s HTR-PM Demonstrates Inherent Safety

POWER Magazine

Chinese researchers have confirmed the first of two units of the 200-MWe high-temperature modular pebble bed (HTR-PM) demonstration project at the Shidao Bay site in Rongcheng, Shandong Province, successfully The post Nuclear Milestone: China’s HTR-PM Demonstrates Inherent Safety appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Optimize the bidding mechanism and eliminate vicious competition in the photovoltaic industry!

EnergyTrend

Optimize the bidding mechanism and eliminate vicious competition in the photovoltaic industry! OntheafternoonofAugust29,2024,the"PhotovoltaicPowerStationConstructionBiddingPriceMechanismSymposium"washeldinBeijing.

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DOE Announces $125 Million in Funding to Support Energy Storage Research

POWER Magazine

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced it will provide $125 million in funding to support two Energy Innovation Hub groups that will look at challenges facing the battery energy […] The post DOE Announces $125 Million in Funding to Support Energy Storage Research appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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A$1 billion Solar Sunshot program officially launched! PV companies can apply for subsidies!

EnergyTrend

A$1 billion Solar Sunshot program officially launched! PV companies can apply for subsidies! OnAugust31,theAustralianRenewableEnergyAgency(ARENA)launchedthefirstphaseofits$1billionSolarSunshotprogramtosupportinnovationinAustralia'ssolarPVmanuf.

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THE BIG PICTURE: Geothermal Power Landscape (Infographic)

POWER Magazine

According to the Global Geothermal Power Tracker (GGPT), a comprehensive dataset of geothermal power facilities, about 14 GW of geothermal power is operational worldwide. The U.S. has the largest installed […] The post THE BIG PICTURE: Geothermal Power Landscape (Infographic) appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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BYD: Sulfide solid-state batteries will be applied to mainstream electric vehicles in 2030

EnergyTrend

BYD: Sulfide solid-state batteries will be applied to mainstream electric vehicles in 2030 Atthe2024WorldPowerBatteryConference,whichopenedonSeptember1,ZengYuqun,chairmanofCATL,andSunHuajun,CTOofBYD,respectivelyexpressedtheirviewsonthedevelo.

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Russia Plan Calls for 34 New Nuclear Reactors by 2042

POWER Magazine

A government agency in Russia has published a draft plan for the expansion of nuclear power in the country that calls for construction of as many as 34 new reactors […] The post Russia Plan Calls for 34 New Nuclear Reactors by 2042 appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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California's Hydrogen Car Pioneers Echo The EV Revolution

Energy Central

California's Hydrogen Car Pioneers: Leading the Green Mobility Revolution Key Points: California emerges as a leader in hydrogen-powered vehicle adoption. Hydrogen cars offer zero-emission solutions for sustainable transportation. The state's investment in hydrogen infrastructure supports green mobility growth. Pioneering efforts drive the future of clean transportation.

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A Modular Power Plant Is Steaming Up Kenya’s Geothermal Efficiency

POWER Magazine

Sosian Menengai Geothermal Power, Kenya’s newest geothermal power plant, is powered by modular technology that maximizes efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances scalability. Kenya’s scenic Rift Valley The post A Modular Power Plant Is Steaming Up Kenya’s Geothermal Efficiency appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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The Evolution of Hybrid Cooling Towers That Balance Water Efficiency and Energy Conservation

Energy Central

Cooling towers are a common site near thermal and nuclear power plants. Their shape and the steam plumes they emit make them easy to identify. Hybrid cooling towers are different in appearance and don't produce the clouds of steam. They are environmentally sustainable.

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Repowering Project Renews Company’s Commitment to Sustainability

POWER Magazine

Shell Energy upgraded a Texas wind farm to produce more power with fewer turbines, a project that showcased repurposing of old materials with new technology to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety The post Repowering Project Renews Company’s Commitment to Sustainability appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Why the U.S. Is Losing Ground in the Critical Global Lithium Market

Energy Central

In June, the Energy Institute released the 2024 Statistical Review of World Energy. The Review provides a comprehensive picture of supply and demand for major energy sources on a country-level basis. Each year, I write a series of articles covering the Review’s findings. In previous articles, I discussed: Overall highlights Trends in global carbon dioxide.

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Fasteners and Gaskets for Power Plant Service

POWER Magazine

Anyone who works in the power industry knows how important fasteners, such as nuts, bolts, and rivets, and gaskets are to plant operation. Fasteners provide structural integrity, effectively holding everything The post Fasteners and Gaskets for Power Plant Service appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Ukraine to EU: You can still store gas with us despite Russian attacks

Energy Central

In an interview, Naftogaz CEO Oleksiy Chernyshov said Ukraine already had enough gas to meet its own demands, leaving storage available for the EU as it seeks to bank supplies ahead of winter. It's an option that was crucial last year for the EU, when traders pumped 2.5 billion cubic meters of gas into Ukraine, saving them from having to sell their excess supplies at.

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Jinzhai Pumped-Storage Hydro Facility Helps Integrate Renewable Energy and Solve Grid Stability Challenges

POWER Magazine

Pumped-storage hydropower is seen as a key technology in China to balance the grid and store excess energy from intermittent sources like wind and solar. The 1.2-GW Jinzhai pumped-storage project is a model The post Jinzhai Pumped-Storage Hydro Facility Helps Integrate Renewable Energy and Solve Grid Stability Challenges appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Draft Gas and Hydrogen Network Plan | Germany

Energy Central

Draft Gas and Hydrogen Network Plan | Germany Hydrogen Networks

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Houston Rolls Out First Electric Buses for Regular Service

NGT News

Passengers on two Houston bus routes will experience a quieter, smoother ride as METRO (the Metro Transit Authority of Harris County) is rolling out its first zero-emission electric buses for regular service. This pilot project represents a significant step toward enhancing the customer experience and improving service reliability. As part of the Texas city’s September […] The post Houston Rolls Out First Electric Buses for Regular Service appeared first on NGT News.

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What is Environmental Art?

Energy Central

It’s been a rough week. As much as I try to mix positive stories with negative ones, this week, there simply weren’t any notable positive events. Sure, the Department of Energy pat itself on the back for creating so many clean energy jobs. I may cover that next week. And there were the perfunctory stories touting large percentage growth rates in various sectors.

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Market for Energy Storage Growing Across Europe

POWER Magazine

The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union (EU), in 2023 issued recommendations on how member states should proceed with deployments of energy storage. The group said EU countries should The post Market for Energy Storage Growing Across Europe appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Putin will go begging in Mongolia. And yet emerge triumphant

Energy Central

Sandwiched between Russia and China, this land-locked country will have to choose between international obligations under the Rome Status treaty and national gains in the form of financial rewards. Russia’s despotic leader Vladimir Putin is reportedly heading to Mongolia on September 3. The visit follows Mongolia’s recent decision to omit the gas pipeline Power of Siberia-2.

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Artificial Intelligence and Material Development in the Hydrogen Industry

Energy Central

The hydrogen industry is at the forefront of the global push towards cleaner energy, and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) is revolutionizing the development of materials essential for this transition. From production to transport and storage, AI/ML tools are proving indispensable in advancing both structural and functional materials for hydrogen.

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Unlocking Sustainable Aviation: Leveraging CCUS for Net-Zero Emissions

Energy Central

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has set its sights on achieving "net zero carbon emissions" by 2050. In 2019 alone, global flights contributed a staggering 915 million tonnes of CO2 to the atmosphere, adding to the already substantial burden of over 43 billion tonnes of CO2 produced annually by human activities. Without significant intervention, projections.

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Sustainable Development and Climate Change: Navigating Challenges and Seizing Opportunities

Energy Central

Basic Concepts of Sustainable Development Sustainable development is a multidimensional concept aiming to balance economic growth, environmental protection, and social equity. Coined in the Brundtland Report (1987), it is defined as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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Hydrogen Storage and Transportation: Overcoming Challenges for a Sustainable Future

Energy Central

Hydrogen, touted as the fuel of the future, presents significant opportunities for a sustainable energy economy. However, the journey from production to utilization involves substantial challenges in storage and transportation. These hurdles must be addressed to realize hydrogen's potential as a mainstream energy carrier, particularly in a country like India, where infrastructure.

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FOCAC’s Big Impact: Transforming Africa with Green Energy and Infrastructure

Energy Central

The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has emerged as a pivotal platform for fostering economic and diplomatic ties between China and Africa. Since its inception, FOCAC has played a crucial role in supporting Africa's development agenda, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and green energy. FOCAC has been instrumental in facilitating significant investments in.

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Redundant Capacity - Increased Cost

Energy Central

The capacity of the US electric grid has historically been designed to meet peak demand, with limited additional generating capacity equal to +/- 20% of peak demand or sufficient to replace the capacity of the largest generating unit on the grid in the event of an unscheduled shutdown. That additional generating capacity can be considered to be redundant in that it is necessary.

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How Indonesia’s Strategy Can Boost Africa’s Energy Growth

Energy Central

Indonesia is leading the charge with regards to renewables in Africa, having discussed our commitment to energy during the recent Indonesia-Africa Parliamentary Forum. At the IAPF, Adriani Kusumawardani, Assistant Deputy for Maritime Security and Resilience at the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment, emphasized Indonesia's own experiences with.

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Project 2025: A Field Day for Petrochemicals and Pollutants

Energy Central

By Dr. Michael Shank and US Congressman Raul Grijalva Project 2025, the blueprint for former President Donald Trump and Republicans’ rightwing takeover of the U.S. government, could pose a grave threat to public health by dismantling essential safeguards designed to protect Americans—the air they breathe, the water they drink—from hazardous chemicals.

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