September, 2023

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The POWER Interview: Making the U.S. Nuclear Industry Great Again

POWER Magazine

There are many reasons to be optimistic about the prospects for nuclear energy. As a carbon-free energy source, it is a great option for power generation in a world trying […] The post The POWER Interview: Making the U.S. Nuclear Industry Great Again appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Terex to Offer Cummins Hydrogen Engines in Concrete Mixer Trucks

NGT News

Terex Advance, a manufacturer of front-discharge concrete mixer trucks, is planning to integrate Cummins X15H hydrogen internal combustion engines into the Terex Advance Commander Series. Currently powered by Cummins diesel engines, the lineup will include a zero-carbon hydrogen fuel option when series production of Cummins’ X15H engines begins later this decade.

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Turning Windhoek’s township into a transformative Namibian social and energy powerhouse

Energy Transition

In June 2023, Andy Gheorghiu, a German-based and internationally operating campaigner and consultant for climate/environmental protection and energy policy, travelled to Namibia, where he met members of the local Economic and Social Justice Trust in the capital Windhoek. While visiting the township of Katutura, he witnessed the harsh economic reality of a post-apartheid democracy but also.

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Energy Storage Battery Prices Continue to Fall, with the Average Price Falling Below RMB 0.6/Wh in August

EnergyTrend

Energy Storage Battery Prices Continue to Fall, with the Average Price Falling Below RMB 0.6/Wh in August TrendForce’sresearchrevealsthatthepowerbatterymarketiscurrentlyexperiencingaslumpinsupplyanddemand,primarilyduetosluggishdownstreamdemand.InAugust,Chi.

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Top Five Renewable Energy Projects Making a Global Impact

Energy Central

With our focus on energy in the US and its technology and political developments, it is all too easy to forget what is going on outside of American borders. This article outlines what the author describes as the current "Top Five" renewables projects around the world and their promised phenomenal scopes and impacts. "As the world becomes increasingly aware of the.

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LDNR Issues Proposed Rule on Venting, Flaring

The Energy Law Blog

The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (LDNR) has proposed a rule that will significantly restrict the practice of venting and flaring at wellsites in an effort to address natural gas waste in Louisiana. The proposal comes in the wake of a recent analysis commissioned by the Environmental Defense Fund, which found that oil and gas operators in Louisiana wasted over $16 million worth of gas in 2019 through venting and flaring alone, among other findings.

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DOD Advances X-Energy Mobile Nuclear Microreactor as Second Project Pele Design

POWER Magazine

The Department of Defense (DOD) has moved to develop a second transportable microreactor under Project Pele, granting X-energy a contract option to advance the design of its mobile advanced nuclear […] The post DOD Advances X-Energy Mobile Nuclear Microreactor as Second Project Pele Design appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Why China is increasing its presence in the Latin American energy sector

Energy Transition

China’s interest in Latin America has grown significantly in recent years. The country is now the continent´s second largest trading partner after the United States. Rebecca Bertram examines the reasons for this rapprochement and what it means for Latin America’s energy sector. Las Bambas mine in Peru. Credits: Ondando | Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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Multiple Production Line Will be Put Into Production; Sodium-ion Batteries Will Welcome the Mass Production Stage

EnergyTrend

Multiple Production Line Will be Put Into Production; Sodium-ion Batteries Will Welcome the Mass Production Stage EnergyTrendhaslearnedthattherehavebeenrecentdevelopmentsinseveralpilotprojectsrelatedtosodium-ionbatteryenergystorage.Thesedevelopmentssignifysignific.

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UK Government Invests £650 million in Fusion Projects

Energy Central

UK Government Invests £650 million in Fusion Projects Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and Kyoto Fusioneering Form Strategic Alliance Germany Allocates $1 billion Investment in Fusion Intel and Dell Partner with UK Atomic Energy Authority on Fusion Power Plant Digital Twin UK Government Invests £650 million in Fusion Projects The UK government announced last week that.

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EPA and Army Corps Release New WOTUS Rule

The Energy Law Blog

On September 8, 2023, EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers published a final rule narrowing the scope of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act (CWA) such that certain wetlands are removed from federal jurisdiction. The final rule revises the agency regulations in light of the U.S. Supreme Court holding in its recent landmark decision, Sackett v.

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India Begins Commercial Operation of First Domestically Designed 700-MWe PHWR Nuclear Reactor

POWER Magazine

India has begun commercial operation of its first domestically designed 700-MWe pressurized heavy water reactor (PHWR) at the Kakrapar nuclear power plant in Gujarat, state-owned Nuclear Power Corp. of India […] The post India Begins Commercial Operation of First Domestically Designed 700-MWe PHWR Nuclear Reactor appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Michigan School District Continues Fleet Electrification Journey

NGT News

Michigan’s third-largest school district, Dearborn Public Schools, is partnering with Highland Electric Fleets to deploy up to nine standard-capacity Type D electric buses and up to nine lift-equipped special-needs Type D buses. The buses will be provided by local Michigan Blue Bird bus dealer Holland Bus Company. Over the course of a multi-year contract, 10 […] The post Michigan School District Continues Fleet Electrification Journey appeared first on NGT News.

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The Ugandan Energy Sector – Renewable’s enormous potential is yet to deliver

Energy Transition

A high percentage of Uganda’s energy consumption comes from renewable sources, but mainly from traditional firewood and charcoal. Modern renewables accounted for only 22% in 2020. So, a rapid transition towards renewable energy, and bioenergy in particular, is needed to avoid further deforestation, emissions, and health risks. Sarah Helen Rüdenauer reports.

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Analysis of Dynamics of Industrial and Commercial Energy Storage Market Based on the Battery Development

EnergyTrend

Analysis of Dynamics of Industrial and Commercial Energy Storage Market Based on the Battery Development Thisyearhasseenarapidexpansionintheindustrialandcommercialenergystoragesector,drivenprimarilybyacombinationoffavorablepoliciesandmarketdynamics.Policy.

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Balancing the Equation: Primary Energy, Final Energy, and Sustainability in Modern Energy Systems

Energy Central

When discussing energy consumption and sustainability, it's crucial to consider primary energy and final energy in addition to per capita energy use. Let's break down these terms and their significance: Primary Energy: This refers to the energy as it is originally extracted or captured from natural resources, such as coal, oil, natural gas, sunlight, wind, or water.

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USEPA issues new 401 Water Quality Certification Rule

Vorys Energy

On September 14, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA ) released a pre-publication version of the Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification Improvement Rule (the “2023 Rule”) [1]. The 2023 Rule expands Ohio’s (and other states and authorized tribes) authority to block federally-permitted projects based on concerns about the project’s impacts on water quality.

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ERCOT Issues First Level 2 Emergency Alert Since Winter Storm Uri

POWER Magazine

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) on Sept. 6 issued an Energy Emergency Alert 2 (EEA 2) after grid conditions quickly deteriorated around sunset (7:30 p.m.) as demand soared […] The post ERCOT Issues First Level 2 Emergency Alert Since Winter Storm Uri appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Wawa Continues to Make Strides in Electrification

NGT News

Convenience retailer Wawa has announced two milestones in the company’s electric vehicle efforts, including reaching its 150th store offering EV charging across its operating area and launching its first battery-electric truck in partnership with Penske Logistics. Wawa continues to increase the number of stores hosting EV charging stations to increase charging access and convenience to […] The post Wawa Continues to Make Strides in Electrification appeared first on NGT News.

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A tiny margin of error – It takes even less leaking than previously thought to make gas as bad as coal

Energy Transition

A new study found that as little of a leakage rate as 0.2 percent of methane gas can make this fuel as dangerous for the climate as coal. Lisa Tostado takes a closer look at these findings. Credits: CutMethaneEU For a long time, the gas industry made people believe that gas is a cleaner alternative to coal and an important “bridge fuel” in the fight to slow global warming.

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Polysilicon Price Increases Slightly while Cell Price Shows Signs of Fluctuation

EnergyTrend

Polysilicon Price Increases Slightly while Cell Price Shows Signs of Fluctuation PolysiliconPolysiliconpriceshaveincreasedslightlythisweek.ThemainstreamconcludedpriceformonorechargepolysiliconisRMB83/KG,whilemonodensepolysiliconisp.

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An Interview with Hannah Scott – Climate Tech Supercluster

Energy Central

What’s it all about? Innovation and University spin-outs! In particular we look at the UK scene and support in the Oxford, Cambridge, London triangle. I had a great conversation with CEO of Oxfordshire Greentech, Hannah Scott about the support and challenges and opportunities facing founders, universities and the ecosystems that support them. Enjoy the episode.

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Ecuador votes to leave some of its hydrocarbons in the ground

Global Energy

On 20 August 2023, Ecuadorians were asked in a referendum whether they agreed with the government keeping the oil in […]

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FERC, NERC Reveal Disturbing Details from Winter Storm Elliot Inquiry

POWER Magazine

Incremental unplanned generation outages triggered during Winter Storm Elliot spiked to 90.5 GW—significantly more than the 61.8 GW during Winter Storm Uri in 2021—representing 13% of the U.S. portion of […] The post FERC, NERC Reveal Disturbing Details from Winter Storm Elliot Inquiry appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Kentucky School District Deploying Type C, D Electric Buses

NGT News

Blue Bird Corp. says it is supplying 13 electric school buses to the Bowling Green Independent School District (BGISD) in Kentucky. The school district serves approximately 4,400 students in eight schools. BGISD recently launched a pilot program to expand its school bus fleet with zero-emission vehicles. Blue Bird will provide ten Vision and three All […] The post Kentucky School District Deploying Type C, D Electric Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Quality Dies and Inserts in Drilling Rigs | Keystone Energy Tools

Keystone Energy Tools

Safety, efficiency, and reliability are paramount in successful drilling rig operations. This blog post highlights the crucial significance of utilizing high-quality dies and inserts in the oil and gas industry. These seemingly small components play a critical role in ensuring worker safety, maximizing efficiency, and minimizing downtime. Investing in top-notch dies and inserts not only prevents accidents but also leads to long-term cost savings.

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Conclusion of Semi-annual Reports of Overseas Energy Storage Enterprises: The demand for energy storage in oversea markets is still booming

EnergyTrend

Conclusion of Semi-annual Reports of Overseas Energy Storage Enterprises: The demand for energy storage in oversea markets is still booming Recently,severalinternationalcompanies,includingSolaredge,Enphase,Tesla,andFluence,havereleasedtheirsemi-annualreportsfortheyear2023.Notably,theserepo.

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Millions of batteries diverted from landfills?

Energy Central

The time to develop a recycling strategy for the mountains of renewable energy components hitting end-of-life in the next decade is now. The good news is that the activity level in the area of recycling has markedly increased over the last year. The best news: the area is attracting major capital investments. Ascend Elements recently raised $542 million to fund its efforts to recycle.

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Interest Paid on Past Due Royalties

Texas Oil & Gas Attorney

The Texas Supreme Court is going to hear a case in which the issue is whether the interest to be paid on past due royalties is simple or compound interest. In the case of Samson Exploration, LLC v. Bordages, 662 S.W.3d 501 (Tex. Civ. App.Beaumont 2022, pet. granted September 1, 2023) , the lessors executed a number of oil and gas leases with Samson.

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Petra Nova, Pioneering Power Plant Carbon Capture Unit, Is Up and Running Again, says JX Nippon

POWER Magazine

Petra Nova, one of the world’s only two carbon capture and storage (CCS) retrofits at a commercial power plant, has restarted operations, JX Nippon Oil and Gas Exploration Corp. announced […] The post Petra Nova, Pioneering Power Plant Carbon Capture Unit, Is Up and Running Again, says JX Nippon appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Coke Canada Bottling Debuts Volvo Electric Trucks

NGT News

Volvo Trucks North America customer Coke Canada Bottling Ltd. (Coke Canada Bottling) has unveiled its first Volvo VNR Electric trucks. The trucks are part of a six-truck pilot of electric vehicles to service their “Red Fleet” customer delivery routes throughout the greater Montreal area. Coke Canada Bottling was the first Canadian food and beverage manufacturer to […] The post Coke Canada Bottling Debuts Volvo Electric Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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When is H2 = RFNBO? Renewable hydrogen and “green” e-fuels in the EU (Part 1)

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Wafer prices Start to Decline and Cells Prices continue to Drop

EnergyTrend

Wafer prices Start to Decline and Cells Prices continue to Drop Polysilicon:P-typepolysiliconpriceshaveremainedstablethroughouttheweek,whileN-typepolysiliconpriceshaveincreasedslightly.Themainstreamconcludedpricefo.

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Lessons Learned From Smoke Season 2023 About Protecting Indoor Air Quality

Energy Central

The 2023 wildfire season was an eye opener for many people, albeit a bloodshot one. Usually, it’s only the Western US that has to deal with wildfire smoke, but this year, smoke from Canadian forest fires poured down into eastern states, some over a thousand miles away. Many people sought refuge in buildings, where unbeknownst to them, the operators of those buildings faced a dilemma.

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Wyoming Energy Authority Makes Investment Toward Microreactor Deployment

POWER Magazine

BWX Technologies (BWXT) said it was awarded a “two-phase, two-year contract” with the Wyoming Energy Authority (WEA) to assess the viability of deploying small-scale nuclear reactors in the state to […] The post Wyoming Energy Authority Makes Investment Toward Microreactor Deployment appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Environmental Justice: What It Is and Why It’s Important to Power Projects

POWER Magazine

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) defines environmental justice as: “The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people, regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, with respect to […] The post Environmental Justice: What It Is and Why It’s Important to Power Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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SPP Set to Become First RTO Straddling Eastern and Western Interconnections

POWER Magazine

The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is poised to become the first regional transmission organization (RTO) to provide coordinated operation across the Eastern and Western Interconnections, bridging a historic gap to […] The post SPP Set to Become First RTO Straddling Eastern and Western Interconnections appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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