December, 2023

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2023: A Transformative Year for Small Modular Nuclear Reactors

POWER Magazine

The small modular reactor (SMR) concept has long been viewed by many within the nuclear sector and by policymakers as somewhat of an arriviste—an upstart with bold promises but lacking […] The post 2023: A Transformative Year for Small Modular Nuclear Reactors appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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New York Schools Begin Ordering GreenPower Nano BEAST Buses

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, has received its first orders for the Type A Nano BEAST school bus for the New York market. The Nano BEAST is on the New […] The post New York Schools Begin Ordering GreenPower Nano BEAST Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Insights and Highlights Summary: ETS 2024 Energy Trend Seminar by TrendForce

EnergyTrend

Insights and Highlights Summary: ETS 2024 Energy Trend Seminar by TrendForce OnNovember30,2023,ETSEnergyTrendfor2024,hostedbyTrendForceanditsnewenergyresearchcenter,EnergyTrend,successfullyconcludedinShenzhen.Withtheoverarching.

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The hype around Hyphen – path towards Namibia’s energy revolution or Global North dependency?

Energy Transition

In his two parts blog series on “ green hydrogen” (GH2), Andy Gheorghiu asked the question if it’s solution of pipe dream – outlining the decarbonisation challenge of the Global North’s energy-/feedstock intensive industry while showing that mainly the Global South has the potential to actually produce large amounts of GH2 In this blog, he draws out attention to Hyphen, one of the largest African.

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Climate-Related Lawsuits Continue to Return to State Courts: Understanding The Latest Ruling from District of Columbia v. Exxon Mobil Corporation

The Energy Law

A federal appeals court has affirmed that a “greenwashing” lawsuit by the District of Columbia against several major energy companies should not be heard in federal court. In doing so, the court found itself “in accord with the other courts of appeals, which have unanimously found there is no federal jurisdiction where state or local governments have brought state-law actions against energy companies for conduct relating to climate change.

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Hydrogen Sectoral Demand | UK Forecast

Energy Central

Hydrogen Sectoral Demand | UK Forecast

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Kairos’ Hermes Secures First NRC Green Light for Advanced Nuclear Non-LWR Reactor

POWER Magazine

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved a construction permit for Kairos Power’s 35-MWth Hermes molten salt “non-power” demonstration reactor, which the firm has proposed to build at the East Tennessee […] The post Kairos’ Hermes Secures First NRC Green Light for Advanced Nuclear Non-LWR Reactor appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Anticipating a Surge: Global New Installations in 2024 Projected to Reach 71GW/167GWh, Marking a Robust Year-on-Year Growth of 36% and 43%

EnergyTrend

Anticipating a Surge: Global New Installations in 2024 Projected to Reach 71GW/167GWh, Marking a Robust Year-on-Year Growth of 36% and 43% Influencedbyvariousfactorsliketherapidexpansionofnewenergycapacity,theevolutionofpowertradingmodels,thedecreaseinrawmaterialcosts,andbackingfromnation.

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Global gas demand: locking in the peak for economic, energy and climate security

Energy Transition

Under current trends, global gas demand is set to peak before the decade’s end. Bringing forward this peak in line with climate imperatives can bolster economic growth, security, and resilience. To do this, demand must fall by 110 bcm per year until 2030. Structurally reducing demand should become a focus of international collaboration, write Kamila Godzinska, Maria Pastukhova.

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Crossover & Sub For Oil and Gas Industry

DIC Oil Tools

DIC is a Supplier of Crossover & Sub Worldwide. DIC Oil Tools is a Brand by a Dedicated Impex Company. We supply a complete range of pipe protection equipment and other oil and gas equipment with the highest quality standards in the industry. We also provide custom-designed equipment as per customer requirements. Many types of subs can be used for drilling, but one of the most important is the crossover sub.

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Water for Hydrogen Production | Irena

Energy Central

Recommendations Green hydrogen projects need to be prioritised in hydrogen development. Green hydrogen offers a unique pathway to a low-carbon economy. Its water intensity is competitive with that of grey hydrogen, which has a larger carbon footprint. To promote this technology, policy makers could offer preferential permits, subsidies, tax.

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22 Countries, Including U.S., Pledge to Triple Nuclear Power Capacity

POWER Magazine

The U.S. and 21 other countries have said they want to triple the global generation capacity of nuclear power by mid-century. The pledge, announced Dec. 2 at the United Nations’ […] The post 22 Countries, Including U.S., Pledge to Triple Nuclear Power Capacity appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Baltimore Commits to 100% Zero-Emissions City Fleet by 2030

NGT News

Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott signed City Council Bill 21-0159 into law, which will help facilitate a transition to zero-emissions vehicles for the Maryland city’s administrative fleet. Under the law, by 2030, all procurements for Baltimore’s administrative fleet — comprised of light-duty, standard-occupancy vehicles, including sedans, small pickups and SUVs — will be required to […] The post Baltimore Commits to 100% Zero-Emissions City Fleet by 2030 appeared first on NGT News.

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2024 PV Technology Forecast: Focusing on Breakthroughs Over Competition; Rectangle Wafers Contribute to Efficiency Gains and 210R Standardized Module Sizes

EnergyTrend

2024 PV Technology Forecast: Focusing on Breakthroughs Over Competition; Rectangle Wafers Contribute to Efficiency Gains and 210R Standardized Module Sizes TechnologicalupgradesandinnovationsstandaspivotaldrivingforcesinpropellingthedevelopmentofthePVindustry.Presently,wewitnesstheemergenceofcutting-edgeP.

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How “green corridors” are driving sustainable policies in Medellín

Energy Transition

Climate change impacts key parts of urban life, making climate resilience more important than ever. Rebecca Bertram looks at the Colombian city Medellín, exploring how smart climate resilience measures are boosting electric mobility and making it an example for the rest of the Latin American continent. Today, cities are home to more than half of the global population and account for more than 70.

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When It Comes to Pilot Errors: State Statutes Preempt General Maritime Law

The Energy Law

On December 4, 2023, in Marquette Transportation Co. Gulf-Inland, LLC v. Navigation Maritime Bulgare JSC, et al. , 1 the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit held that state law—and specifically in this case, Louisiana law—governs the applicable negligence standard and burden of proof for a pilot’s error. The Court’s decision is based upon the exception carved by Congress in 46 U.S.C. § 8501(a).

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Green Hydrogen | Green Shipping

Energy Central

Green Hydrogen | Green Shipping Shipping is positioned to be a key offtaker of zero-emission fuels because, unlike in any other sector except aviation, its global regulator (the IMO) has committed to implement legally binding regulations that will mandate demand and use of fuels with near-zero and zero GHG emissions. The most prominent options to meet this will use hydrogen and.

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Treasury’s Proposed Clean Hydrogen PTC Rule Disappoints Power Industry

POWER Magazine

The Department of the Treasury has released proposed regulations and guidance defining a tax credit for the production of “clean hydrogen,” a significant supply-side incentive that is part of the […] The post Treasury’s Proposed Clean Hydrogen PTC Rule Disappoints Power Industry appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Isuzu, Honda Start Testing Hydrogen-Powered Giga Fuel Cell Truck in Japan

NGT News

Isuzu Motors Limited and Honda Motor Co. Ltd. have begun demonstration testing on public roads in Japan of the Giga Fuel Cell, a fuel cell (FC)-powered heavy-duty truck currently being co-developed by the two companies. Through this demonstration testing, scheduled to run through September 2024, the two companies will continue making progress in collecting data, […] The post Isuzu, Honda Start Testing Hydrogen-Powered Giga Fuel Cell Truck in Japan appeared first on NGT News.

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European Household Energy Storage Market Faces Slowed Down Amidst Uncertain Inventory Pressures (Global Installations of Household Energy Storage Forecast Provided)

EnergyTrend

European Household Energy Storage Market Faces Slowed Down Amidst Uncertain Inventory Pressures (Global Installations of Household Energy Storage Forecast Provided) AccordingtoBloombergNewEnergyFinancepredictions,theglobalcumulativeinstalledcapacityforhouseholdenergystorageisanticipatedtosurpass15GW/34GWhbytheclos.

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Despite a record year in profits, oil and gas companies still aren’t doing enough to combat emissions

Energy Transition

Oil and gas companies have been the biggest winners of the energy price hikes of 2022. But as yet, there is scant evidence that companies have invested their windfalls in the energy transition. Is there hope that they will? Joelle Thomas reports. Oil and gas companies have hugely profited from 20322’s energy price hikes. The world’s top public oil and gas producers cumulatively benefited from over.

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Louisiana Granted Primacy Over Class VI Injection Wells

The Energy Law

At long last, the State of Louisiana’s request to take over primary enforcement authority for the permitting of Class VI injection wells has been approved. Class VI wells are used to inject and permanently store carbon dioxide in underground geologic formations. The EPA is the primary enforcement authority for permitting Class VI wells under the SDWA UIC program, but that authority can be transferred to a state agency if the state requests primacy.

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"World-first" modular ammonia cracker

Energy Central

AFC Energy unveils "world-first" modular ammonia cracker AFC Energy PLC (AIM:AFC, OTC:AFGYF) CEO Adam Bond speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive after the hydrogen technology provider unveiled what it calls its world-first modular ammonia cracker system. Bond speaks to Proactive from COP28 in Dubai, where he explains he's been talking to people about.

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California Regulators Vote to Keep Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant Open Another Five Years

POWER Magazine

California’s Diablo Canyon nuclear plant can continue operating at least through much of 2030 after state energy regulators on Dec. 14 voted to keep the facility open an additional five […] The post California Regulators Vote to Keep Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant Open Another Five Years appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Florida School District Set to Upgrade its Bus Fleet to Electric

NGT News

Florida’s Glades County School District plans to upgrade more than half of the district’s fleet to electric by deploying 13 Type C Blue Bird electric school buses and electrifying two charging depots. Provided by local school bus dealer Florida Transportation Systems, the new buses will help to improve air quality and provide reliable electric transportation […] The post Florida School District Set to Upgrade its Bus Fleet to Electric appeared first on NGT News.

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Positive Forecast for Domestic Large-Scale Energy Storage in the Energy Sector

EnergyTrend

Positive Forecast for Domestic Large-Scale Energy Storage in the Energy Sector Presently,theinstalledcapacityofenergystorageisontherise,anditspricescontinuetoplummet,makingitchallengingforthemarkettogaugetheshiftsinindustryprofit.

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COP28: an opportunity for Africa to reduce sovereign debt and stimulate renewable energy transitions

Energy Transition

Almost 20 years ago, and following long debate, the wealthiest countries wrote off some of the debts owed to them by economically disadvantaged countries. With the United Nations recently declaring ‘a world of debt’, we’re back to it again, and so soon. But this time around, an imminent environmental crisis looms in the background.

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Sucker Rod and Their Structure: A Comprehensive Overview

DIC Oil Tools

DIC is an Exporters of Sucker Rod. DIC Oil Tools is a Brand by a Dedicated Impex Company. We provide Premium Quality Oil & Gas Tools. We can also provide custom-designed equipment as per customer requirements. DIC all products are tested numerous times under technical guidance and are made from the best quality material. In the oil and gas industry, numerous technologies and equipment play an essential role in the extraction and production of petroleum.

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Poshydon | Dutch state joins offshore green hydrogen pilot PosHYdon

Energy Central

Poshydon | Dutch state joins offshore green hydrogen pilot PosHYdon project, about 80% of all lessons are learned about the offshore production of green hydrogen. This makes the project essential for a smooth roll-out towards large-scale production, as envisaged with the Esbjerg ambitions for 2050.

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Impressive Milestones Achieved on Chinese Advanced Nuclear Power Projects

POWER Magazine

China National Nuclear Corp. (CNNC) announced on Dec. 6 that China’s independently developed high-temperature gas-cooled modular pebble bed (HTR-PM) reactor demonstrator had commenced commercial operation. The HTR-PM project was constructed […] The post Impressive Milestones Achieved on Chinese Advanced Nuclear Power Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Renault Trucks, Jacky Perrenot Group Partner to Enhance Urban Delivery

NGT News

Renault Trucks and the Jacky Perrenot Group are joining forces to reshape urban delivery. The two French companies are launching an innovative, intelligent logistics solution that promises significant gains in safety, environmental impact and productivity. This solution combines the use of mobile containers to replace traditional pallets and the deployment of an exclusive automated loading […] The post Renault Trucks, Jacky Perrenot Group Partner to Enhance Urban Delivery appeared first on

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Wafer prices Plunge this Week and Persistently Falling Prices in Other Industrial Chain Segments Prove Difficult to Arrest

EnergyTrend

Wafer prices Plunge this Week and Persistently Falling Prices in Other Industrial Chain Segments Prove Difficult to Arrest Polysilicon:Polysiliconprices continuetodecline throughouttheweek.ThemainstreamconcludedpriceformonorechargepolysiliconisRMB60/KG,whilemonodensepolysi.

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U.S. sets rules on methane emissions, first nation to set fines for polluters

Energy Transition

During COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), the US Environmental Protection Agency announced plans that could reduce an estimated 58 million tons of methane emissions over the next 15 years. More than 80 times more heat trapping than CO2 over a twenty year period, methane emissions continue to increase throughout the U.S., the world’s third largest emitter of this powerful greenhouse gas.

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EPA’s Denial of Louisiana’s Revised SIP

The Energy Law

On December 7, 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) disapproved the state implementation plan (SIP) revisions for the Baton Rouge ozone nonattainment area that Louisiana set forth in response to EPA’s 2015 SIP Call rule. This 2015 SIP Call rule focused on the treatment of excess emissions during periods of startup, shutdown, or malfunction (SSM).

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New Resource to Connect Developers with Technical Projects Focused on Sustainability

Energy Central

Countless talented developers around the world are looking for ways that their talents can contribute to sustainability. The open source Open Sustainable Technology project already offers a free directory and analysis of the open source ecosystem in the areas of climate change, energy, biodiversity, and natural resources. Only free, open source projects with permissive licenses that.

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A Coal Refuse Power Plant Is Pioneering an AI-Driven Overhaul

POWER Magazine

An iconic coal refuse power plant in West Virginia that burns gob—basically dirt—and pond fines as part of a complex environmental solution to address coal waste is stepping up efforts […] The post A Coal Refuse Power Plant Is Pioneering an AI-Driven Overhaul appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Rhode Island Launches Phase 1 of National EV Infrastructure Program

NGT News

Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources, in partnership with the state’s Department of Transportation and Department of Environmental Management, have begun the Phase 1 projects of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program. The focus of this phase is the installation of electric vehicle DC Fast Chargers (Level […] The post Rhode Island Launches Phase 1 of National EV Infrastructure Program appeared first on NGT News.