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America Exceeds Five Million Solar Installations Nationwide

POWER Magazine

The U.S. has officially exceeded five million solar installations, marking a significant achievement in the nation’s clean energy transition. This milestone comes just eight years after the U.S. reached one […] The post America Exceeds Five Million Solar Installations Nationwide appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Zum to Convert Oakland School Bus Fleet to 100% Electric, V2G Capability

NGT News

Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) will be the first major school district in the U.S. to transition to a 100% electrified school bus system with groundbreaking vehicle-to-grid technology. Zum is providing a fleet of 74 electric school buses and bidirectional chargers in this California city, managed through its AI-enabled technology platform. The all-EV fleet will […] The post Zum to Convert Oakland School Bus Fleet to 100% Electric, V2G Capability appeared first on NGT News.

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EU Enhances Guidance on Permitting and Auction Design for Renewable Energy

EnergyTrend

EU Enhances Guidance on Permitting and Auction Design for Renewable Energy TheEuropeanCommissionhasreleasedrevisedguidelinestoitsmemberstatesaimedatacceleratingthepermittingprocessesandstructuringauctionsforrenewableenergypro.

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UK Hydrogen Exports

Energy Central

UK Hydrogen Exports The UK is a leader in the development of low carbon hydrogen production infrastructure. The main objective of stimulating production in the UK has been to encourage industry users in the UK to switch to low carbon hydrogen for feedstock and fuel, and hence drive UK decarbonisation. Projected demand for low carbon hydrogen in the UK under the net zero 2050 emissions.

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NERC: Summer Grid Outlook Improved But Still Vulnerable to Extreme Weather, Demand Growth Spikes

POWER Magazine

All regions across the bulk power system (BPS) are generally prepared to meet resource adequacy criteria to meet normal peak demand this summer, but ongoing concerns about extreme weather events, […] The post NERC: Summer Grid Outlook Improved But Still Vulnerable to Extreme Weather, Demand Growth Spikes appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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California School District Adds 10 Electric School Buses, Chargers to Fleet

NGT News

The Salinas City Elementary School District (SCESD) in California has added 10 new electric school buses and 10 new electric bus chargers to the district’s school bus fleet. These new buses will primarily serve students with special needs, improving the students and drivers’ experience by providing clean and quiet transportation. SCESD serves the second most […] The post California School District Adds 10 Electric School Buses, Chargers to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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China Southern Power Grid: Budget 8 billion to invest in new businesses such as distributed photovoltaics and distributed wind power.

EnergyTrend

China Southern Power Grid: Budget 8 billion to invest in new businesses such as distributed photovoltaics and distributed wind power. OnMay13,ChinaSouthernPowerGridreleasedthe"InvestorRelationsActivityRecordFormonMay10,2024".Accordingtothedisclosureinthetable,thecompany's2024budgetha.

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First Utility-Scale Solar Project Announced Under TVA Generation Flexibility Program

POWER Magazine

An independent power producer and a major electric cooperative—both based in Tennessee—have announced an agreement to partner on a utility-scale solar power installation to serve customers in that region. Nashville-based […] The post First Utility-Scale Solar Project Announced Under TVA Generation Flexibility Program appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Zeem Developing Port of Long Beach Charging Depot for Electric Drayage Trucks

NGT News

Zeem Solutions, an electric vehicle charging infrastructure and fleet management provider, is developing a large-capacity EV charging depot for electric drayage trucks serving the Port of Long Beach. The site will enable drayage truck companies operating from the San Pedro Bay Port complex to comply with new California zero-emission regulations, resulting in a significant reduction […] The post Zeem Developing Port of Long Beach Charging Depot for Electric Drayage Trucks appeared first on

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Closure of Recom Sillia: The Decline of PV Manufacturing in Europe

EnergyTrend

Closure of Recom Sillia: The Decline of PV Manufacturing in Europe AccordingtotheFrenchphotovoltaicmagazine,Recom'sFrenchsubsidiary,photovoltaicmodulemanufacturerRecomSillia,wasdeclaredliquidatedbytheCommercialCourtof.

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Australia Faces Looming Power Shortage Crisis by 2027: Urgent Strategies Needed

Energy Central

Australia stands on the precipice of an impending power shortage crisis, set to hit households and businesses along its eastern coastline by 2027. This crisis stems from the convergence of multiple factors, including the closure of coal-fired power plants, delays in renewable energy projects, and escalating electricity demands. The ramifications of this crisis are dire, with significant.

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Historic Solar Storm Spurs PJM to Extend Geomagnetic Disturbance Warning

POWER Magazine

Grid operator PJM Interconnection has issued a geomagnetic disturbance (GMD) warning after observing “persistent geomagnetically induced current (GIC) at multiple stations” late on Friday. PJM initially issued a GMD warning […] The post Historic Solar Storm Spurs PJM to Extend Geomagnetic Disturbance Warning appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Phoenix Motor Starts Producing Drivetrain for Class 4 Electric Vehicles

NGT News

Phoenix Motor Inc., a manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses and electrification solutions provider for medium-duty vehicles, has begun producing its first fourth-generation drivetrain for Class 4 shuttle buses and trucks. The first two units will be delivered to customers in New Jersey. With over 150 fleet customers using its zero-emission shuttle buses and trucks, Phoenix […] The post Phoenix Motor Starts Producing Drivetrain for Class 4 Electric Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.

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Reductions of up to 18%! California's Electricity Rate Market Sees Huge Changes

EnergyTrend

Reductions of up to 18%! California's Electricity Rate Market Sees Huge Changes OnMay12,Californiautilityregulatorsdecidedtoallowthestate'slargestelectricityprovidertochargeitscustomersaflatrateandlowerelectricitycharges.Thechange.

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Portland, Maine climate trust fund would use solar credits to spur emission-cutting projects

Energy Central

A climate trust fund proposed in Portland, Maine, would use money from the sale of city-owned renewable energy credits to kickstart further efforts to cut local carbon emissions. Portland is among the hundreds of U.S. cities that have adopted ambitious climate goals in recent years. Now, in search of sustained funding to meet those targets, many are turning to novel fiscal.

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How Regulatory Burdens and Misguided Incentives Are Degrading Power System Reliability

POWER Magazine

It’s no secret that the U.S. electric power system has undergone a remarkable transition that continues today. Coal-fired generation, which was the leading source of power generation during the 20th […] The post How Regulatory Burdens and Misguided Incentives Are Degrading Power System Reliability appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Clean Energy Fuels, Maas Agree to Build Nine RNG Facilities at Dairy Farms

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. and dairy digester developer Maas Energy Works have reached a new joint development agreement to build nine renewable natural gas (RNG) production facilities at dairy farms across seven states. This new endeavor will include dairies in Colorado, South Dakota, Georgia, Florida, Iowa, Nebraska and New Mexico, and will collect the manure […] The post Clean Energy Fuels, Maas Agree to Build Nine RNG Facilities at Dairy Farms appeared first on NGT News.

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5 Billion RMB! DAH Solar Launches 10GW PV Vertical Integration Project

EnergyTrend

5 Billion RMB! DAH Solar Launches 10GW PV Vertical Integration Project OnMay10th,DAHSolar“10GWPVVerticalIntegrationManufacturingBase"heldagroundbreakingceremonyinShanxiProvince,China.DAHSolar“10GWPVVerticalIntegrationManu.

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How Cities Can Partner With Businesses on Climate, Clean Energy and Buildings

Energy Central

A new acronym in the climate space is getting its sea legs after the United Nations climate talks in Dubai last year, COP28. And if you, too, want to be a “champ” for climate action and policy, then this one’s for you. It’s called CHAMP, and it stands for the Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships, with the primary focus on all things multilevel.

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The POWER Interview: Pumped Storage Project Brings Renewable Energy to Former Coal Mining Site

POWER Magazine

A pumped storage project in Kentucky is being touted as a model example of how land that once was the site of a coal mine can be repurposed for a […] The post The POWER Interview: Pumped Storage Project Brings Renewable Energy to Former Coal Mining Site appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Honda to Show Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept, Other Products at ACT Expo

NGT News

Honda will debut its Class 8 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, showcasing the start of a new demonstration project aimed at future production of fuel cell-powered products for the North American market. This exposition will be held May 20-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company is […] The post Honda to Show Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept, Other Products at ACT Expo appeared first on NGT News.

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PV terminal demand: In the first quarter, there was a year-on-year increase in terminals, but it still fell month-on-month

EnergyTrend

PV terminal demand: In the first quarter, there was a year-on-year increase in terminals, but it still fell month-on-month China:Installedcapacityhasfallenmonth-on-month,andisexpectedtoincreaseslowlyinthesecondquartermonthbymonthInMarch2024,China'snewPVinstalledcapacitywas.

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The Strongest Greenhouse Gases

Energy Central

I seriously doubt that the compounds known as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) are literally the title of this paper, but they are the most widely produced very strong greenhouse gases (hereafter GHG). HFCs, CFCs and HCFCs are three generations of refrigerants. Let’s say you own a house or a car with air.

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10 Reasons to Attend a Conference Tailored to Digitalization in the Power Sector

POWER Magazine

Anticipation is mounting for the Connected Plant Conference (CPC), POWER and Chemical Engineering’s digitalization event, scheduled to take place next week, May 20–22, 2024, near Houston, Texas. If you are a […] The post 10 Reasons to Attend a Conference Tailored to Digitalization in the Power Sector appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Hexagon Agility Renews UPS Agreement, Receives New RNG Fuel System Orders

NGT News

Hexagon Agility, a business of Hexagon Composites, signed a three-year extension of its master services agreement with package delivery company UPS in February 2024 to supply renewable natural gas (RNG) fuel systems for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Under the extended agreement, Hexagon Agility has received new orders totaling $57.7 million (about 620 million Norwegian krones) […] The post Hexagon Agility Renews UPS Agreement, Receives New RNG Fuel System Orders appeared first on NGT News

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35.3GW/77.68GWh! National Energy Administration Announces Latest Energy Storage Data

EnergyTrend

35.3GW/77.68GWh! National Energy Administration Announces Latest Energy Storage Data OnApril29th,attheNationalEnergyAdministration'spressconference,BianGuangqi,DeputyDirectoroftheDepartmentofEnergyConservationandTechnologyEquipment,int.

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The KJ Show Episode 88: Extreme Climate or Climate Extremism?

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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Multi-Module Hydrogen Pilot Plant Opens in Japan

POWER Magazine

Representatives from the Japanese technology company Asahi Kasei and its partners including the Japanese government recently celebrated the official opening of a new hydrogen pilot plant in Kawasaki, Japan. Asahi […] The post Multi-Module Hydrogen Pilot Plant Opens in Japan appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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BYD Ventures into Global Market with Shark Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Truck

NGT News

China-based manufacturer BYD has launched its first pickup truck, the BYD Shark plug-in hybrid, in Mexico. Positioned as a new energy-intelligent luxury pickup, the Shark features the DMO Super Hybrid off-road platform, representing the latest addition to BYD’s product portfolio. This model, developed for the worldwide market, marks BYD’s first global product launch outside of […] The post BYD Ventures into Global Market with Shark Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Truck appeared first on

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Aiko Shares Triumphs Over Maxeon's Patent Infringement Allegations in Dutch Court

EnergyTrend

Aiko Shares Triumphs Over Maxeon's Patent Infringement Allegations in Dutch Court OnMay17,theofficialWeChataccountofAikoSharesannouncedthatonMay16,theHagueDistrictCourtintheNetherlandsreleasedthejudgmentonthetemporaryinjunctionappli.

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Investments in fossil fuels continues to be enormous

Energy Central

There's increasing focus on ESG and responsible investing in clean technology. Yet it appears that the world's biggest banks talk a a better game than they deliver. Investment levels in fossil fuel companies remain robust, and that includes investments in mergers & acquisitions and expansion activities.

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Borehole Battery: A Promising Solution for Energy Storage

POWER Magazine

For more than a century, fossil fuel companies have drilled oil and gas wells to increase the production, consumption, and export of fossil fuels. These wells are often abandoned once […] The post Borehole Battery: A Promising Solution for Energy Storage appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Plug Power Integrates Class 6 Fuel Cell Electric Truck, ProGen Technology

NGT News

Hydrogen solutions provider Plug Power Inc. has integrated a Class 6 medium-duty fuel cell electric truck chassis cab with an electric propulsion system powered by Plug’s ProGen fuel cell technology and seamlessly integrated with an electric propulsion system. Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) are powered by hydrogen and are more efficient than conventional internal combustion […] The post Plug Power Integrates Class 6 Fuel Cell Electric Truck, ProGen Technology appeared first on NGT New

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The United States officially launches a new round of anti-dumping investigations into photovoltaic cells in four Southeast Asian countries

EnergyTrend

The United States officially launches a new round of anti-dumping investigations into photovoltaic cells in four Southeast Asian countries OnMay16,theChinaTradeRemedyInformationNetworkannouncedthatinresponsetoanapplicationsubmittedbytheAmericanAllianceforSolarManufacturingTradeCommitteeon.

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Cleveland port’s ‘electrification hub’ expected to anchor progress toward net-zero emissions

Energy Central

The Port of Cleveland is going electric. One of the Great Lakes’ largest shipping ports is transforming part of a large warehouse into an “electrification hub” to anchor its emission-cutting efforts in the coming decades. The project is among the Cleveland-Cuyahoga Port Authority’s first steps toward its goal of net-zero emissions for its own operations by 2050.

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PG&E Recognized for Remote Grid Program

POWER Magazine

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) and its remote grid program received an honorable mention in the Energy category of Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards. Winners were announced […] The post PG&E Recognized for Remote Grid Program appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Sysco Adds 10 Heavy-Duty Electric Tractors to Its Houston Fleet

NGT News

Leading food distributor Sysco celebrated the arrival of 10 heavy-duty electric tractors to the fleet at its Houston, Texas, operating site, reaching a total of nearly 120 electric vehicles globally. This addition is a major step toward Sysco’s goal to reduce its direct emissions by 27.5% by 2030. Sysco now has heavy-duty electric tractors in […] The post Sysco Adds 10 Heavy-Duty Electric Tractors to Its Houston Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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