March, 2024

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NRC Sets Stage for Advanced Nuclear with New Part 53 Rule

POWER Magazine

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has directed its staff to publish a proposed rule and draft guidance to create Part 53, a much-awaited risk-informed and technology-inclusive licensing framework geared toward […] The post NRC Sets Stage for Advanced Nuclear with New Part 53 Rule appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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GreenPower Delivers First BEAST Bus in Arizona to Phoenix School District

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has delivered the first GreenPower all-electric Type D BEAST school bus in Arizona to the Phoenix Elementary School District. “We are pleased that the Phoenix Elementary School District has selected a GreenPower purpose-built school bus to help the school […] The post GreenPower Delivers First BEAST Bus in Arizona to Phoenix School District appe

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Why Mexico is lagging behind in the energy transition

Energy Transition

Mexico could be a renewable energy champion yet wind and solar make up only about ten percent of the country’s electricity mix. Rebecca Bertram has taken a closer look to find out why Mexico’s energy transition is lagging behind. (Public Domain) Mexico is a country blessed with abundant natural resources and a rapidly growing economy.

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Overview of New Energy Storage Developments

EnergyTrend

Overview of New Energy Storage Developments AnnualnewinstallationsofnewenergystorageCurrently,theUnitedStates,Europe,Japan,SouthKoreaandothermajoreconomiesfocusonthe developmentofnewenergystorag.

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Opportunities for Using AI in the Nuclear Energy Industry

Energy Central

Opportunities for Using AI in the Nuclear Energy Industry There is no shortage of ideas for using artificial intelligence to address the complex problems facing developers of new nuclear reactors as well as operators of existing nuclear power plants. For any nuclear energy project that involves the development of artificial intelligence applications, the focus must be on delivering.

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Renewable energy employment trends to look out for in 2024

Airswift: Oil & Gas

Exploring AI's impact in the renewable sector: Insights from the 2024 GETI Report Since its inception in 2017, the Global Energy Talent Index (GETI) Report has shared insights from thousands of professionals to create a comprehensive map of the energy landscape. Providing companies with the knowledge to innovate their skill sets and secure top talent.

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Bill Gates’ TerraPower Ready to Build New U.S. Nuclear Power Plant

POWER Magazine

A group established by Microsoft founder Bill Gates is preparing to begin construction of a new generation of nuclear power plants in June, according to the company’s chief executive. Chris […] The post Bill Gates’ TerraPower Ready to Build New U.S. Nuclear Power Plant appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Hikers and bikers beware: Climate breakdown has hit Europe’s Alps hard

Energy Transition

Central Europe is among the fastest warming locations on Earth. In the Alps, this has ramifications for nature, outdoorspeople, and tourist infrastructure. Paul Hockenos reports. (Public Domain) Sitting at one of the picnic tables outside Solsteinhaus, a hiker’s hostel high in the Tirolian Alps near Innsbruck, Robert Frankhauser, its proprietor, looks out over the Stubaier mountain chain.

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US BESS installations ‘surged’ in 2023 with 96% increase in cumulative capacity, ACP says

EnergyTrend

US BESS installations ‘surged’ in 2023 with 96% increase in cumulative capacity, ACP says USBESSinstallations‘surged’in2023with96%increaseincumulativecapacity,ACPsaysTheoperatingcapacityofbatterystorageintheUSgrewby7.9GWlastyear,bringingthe.

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Energy Central

Kenya is on the brink of a significant transformation in its electricity sector with the proposed breakup of the longstanding monopoly held by Kenya Power and Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO). The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has formulated regulations aimed at liberalizing the electricity market, opening up opportunities for private sector investors.

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Innovative Solutions for Thread Protection in the Oil and Gas Industry

DIC Oil Tools

DIC Oil Tools is a Supplier and Exporter of Thread Protectors Worldwide. Our team is dedicated to understanding customer needs to ensure exceptional services and best solutions. DIC is committed to providing innovative products best suited to the needs of our customers and meeting their expectations in terms of functionality and value. Threaded pipe ends are often made with high-quality threads and are designed to survive repeated unintentional impacts during loading from the mill to the well, a

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Japan Could Be Nearing Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Power Plant

POWER Magazine

The world’s largest nuclear power plant, among the facilities taken offline after the 2011 Fukushima disaster in Japan, could be nearing a restart. Japanese media reported that on March 14, […] The post Japan Could Be Nearing Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Power Plant appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Nuvve Launches Website, Releases Infographic Detailing V2G Hub Projects

NGT News

Nuvve Holding Corp., a global technology provider accelerating the electrification of transportation through its vehicle-to-grid (V2G) platform, has launched a dedicated website, www.NuvveV2GHubs.com, as a centralized landing page for information, resources and updates on its V2G Hub projects. The company also released an infographic outlining the ways Nuvve is turning electric vehicles into flexible storage […] The post Nuvve Launches Website, Releases Infographic Detailing V2G Hub Projec

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Why Latin America’s mining industry is embracing renewables

Energy Transition

The Latin American mining industry has historically been a cornerstone of the region’s economy, providing essential resources for global development. However, it has faced mounting criticism due to its significant environmental impact. Recognizing the need for change, many mining companies in Latin America are beginning to take proactive steps to mitigate their environmental footprint.

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Energy Storage May be favorable! With Relaxing the 95% Renewable Energy Consumption Red Line

EnergyTrend

Energy Storage May be favorable! With Relaxing the 95% Renewable Energy Consumption Red Line Recently,marketreportshavespeculatedthat,drivenbynewenergydevelopment,powergridcompaniesmayrelaxthe95%renewableenergyconsumptionredlinetoaccommodatemo.

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FUEL FOR THOUGHT Methanol for Passenger Ships

Energy Central

FUEL FOR THOUGHT Methanol for Passenger Ships Behind its high degree of acceptance by shipowners, lies years of work to prove and improve on the concept of methanol as a marine fuel. The decision by more and more leading shipping companies to adopt methanol as fuel is a signal. It shows that the industry recognises the need to start its transition to net zero now, first lowering carbon.

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AWS Acquiring Data Center Campus Powered by Nuclear Energy

POWER Magazine

Talen Energy Corp. said the company has sold its Cumulus data center campus, located near a Pennsylvania nuclear power station that provides the site with its power, to Amazon Web […] The post AWS Acquiring Data Center Campus Powered by Nuclear Energy appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Three Steps to Modernize America’s Electric Grid and Unlock the Green Energy Economy

POWER Magazine

America faces many energy-related challenges going forward, but none is more important than the need to modernize the U.S. electric grid—but right now the permitting process for building out and […] The post Three Steps to Modernize America’s Electric Grid and Unlock the Green Energy Economy appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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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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CPS Energy to Acquire Talen’s 1.7-GW Gas Power Fleet in Texas for $785M

POWER Magazine

CPS Energy will acquire Talen Energy’s 1.7-GW portfolio—comprising three natural gas–fired power plants—in the Texas market for $785 million. The nation’s largest municipally owned power entity on March 27 said […] The post CPS Energy to Acquire Talen’s 1.7-GW Gas Power Fleet in Texas for $785M appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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The POWER Interview: Advanced Technology For Hydrogen Production

POWER Magazine

Governments worldwide are investing in hydrogen production as a way to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and help decarbonize the energy sector. The U.S. Dept. of Energy last year published […] The post The POWER Interview: Advanced Technology For Hydrogen Production appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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New Wind Farm Part of Vietnam’s Energy Transition

POWER Magazine

Vietnam’s renewable energy goals are taking a step forward with the installation of a wind farm that will feature the largest onshore wind turbine installed in the country to date. […] The post New Wind Farm Part of Vietnam’s Energy Transition appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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UK Companies See Major Opportunity in Nuclear Supply Chain

POWER Magazine

The UK government has ambitions for 24 GW of nuclear energy by 2050 to help in providing energy security for the UK and for meeting its net-zero goals. Among groups […] The post UK Companies See Major Opportunity in Nuclear Supply Chain appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Deep Geothermal Can Solve the Need for Baseload Power

POWER Magazine

The Earth is a tremendous source of power. We’re sitting on a dynamic ball of fire, from which only a few regions have been able to extract energy since the […] The post Deep Geothermal Can Solve the Need for Baseload Power appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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UK Leaders Say New Gas-Fired Plants Needed for Energy Security

POWER Magazine

Officials in the UK said the country will need to build new natural gas-fired power plants beyond 2030 in order to ensure a reliable supply of energy and avoid blackouts. […] The post UK Leaders Say New Gas-Fired Plants Needed for Energy Security appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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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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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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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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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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Floating Gas-Fired Power Station Planned Off Louisiana Coast

POWER Magazine

Entergy Louisiana has asked state officials for approval to build a floating natural gas-fired power plant that would serve areas along the Gulf Coast. The utility’s recent March filing with […] The post Floating Gas-Fired Power Station Planned Off Louisiana Coast appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Landrieu: Politics Not Aligned with Energy Reality

POWER Magazine

A significant disconnect between political rhetoric and the practical realities of energy production is posing an insidious hurdle for the future of power, former Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-Louisiana) has warned. […] The post Landrieu: Politics Not Aligned with Energy Reality appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Advancing Lithium-Ion Battery Technology: The Role of Silane in Silicon-Based Anode Materials

POWER Magazine

In the midst of the energy transformation taking place around the world, lithium-ion batteries stand as pivotal components for both electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems, demanding momentum in […] The post Advancing Lithium-Ion Battery Technology: The Role of Silane in Silicon-Based Anode Materials appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Measure Twice, Cut Once—A Roadmap for Enabling VPPs Through Policy and Program Design

POWER Magazine

Virtual power plants (VPPs), as aggregations of dispatchable distributed energy resources (DERs), can deliver grid services ranging from resource adequacy to reliability at scale—all while making energy more affordable. Yet, […] The post Measure Twice, Cut Once—A Roadmap for Enabling VPPs Through Policy and Program Design appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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New Hampshire Awards $2.8 Million to Extend EV Charging Infrastructure

NGT News

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) has conditionally awarded $2.8 million in federal funds as part of the state’s Phase 1 National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program in conjunction with the State of New Hampshire Plan for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment. The NEVI program provides approximately $17.2 million to New Hampshire over a five-year […] The post New Hampshire Awards $2.8 Million to Extend EV Charging Infrastructure appeared first on NGT Ne

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Nuclear Power on the Moon? Russia, China Working on a Plan

POWER Magazine

The head of Russia’s space agency said his country and China have been working on a program to build a nuclear power plant on the moon, with an eye toward […] The post Nuclear Power on the Moon? Russia, China Working on a Plan appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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The POWER Interview: Engineering the Best Use of Data in the Electricity Sector

POWER Magazine

Utilities and other power generators recognize the importance of proper data management and the use of data analytics. Maximizing the value of data enables utilities to draw operational insights, including […] The post The POWER Interview: Engineering the Best Use of Data in the Electricity Sector appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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