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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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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 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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The US Clean Energy Transition: Progress, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

EnergyTrend

The US Clean Energy Transition: Progress, Challenges, and the Road Ahead USSolarSoarsin2023,LeadingRecord-BreakingRenewablesGrowthTheU.S.smashedsolarinstallationrecordsin2023,addingawhopping31gigawatts(GW)ofcapacity–a55%jum.

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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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Hannibal, Mo.: Frigid Winters No Match for Propane Autogas

NGT News

In 2020, Hannibal Public Schools in Missouri began researching clean alternative fuels to replace its diesel models that it knew could not meet upcoming emissions standards without costly and complex after treatments. Cold-weather performance was top of mind for the district because Hannibal averages about three months of below-freezing temperatures annually.

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NanoElectroFuel Boosts Flow Batteries

Energy Central

I’m sure your first question is: what the heck is nanoelectrofuel (NEF). Since that is the main subject of this paper, we will get to that herein, but first let’s talk about the current state of the art for flow batteries. In case you don’t really know much about these, I’m partially to blame, because I haven’t written about the for a couple of years.

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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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RIZON Electric Trucks Begin Rolling Out to Customers in California

NGT News

The first RIZON Class 4-5 battery electric cabover trucks, engineered by Daimler Truck Group, are now being delivered to customers throughout California. RIZON trucks, exclusively distributed in the U.S. by Velocity EV, are set to enhance urban delivery applications by driving both economic and environmental sustainability. The first fleet deliveries have already commenced and are […] The post RIZON Electric Trucks Begin Rolling Out to Customers in California appeared first on NGT News.

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Despite cool achievement hydrogen still not ready for prime time

Energy Central

At the end of the day what the Energy Observer is about to accomplish is more a “public relations” event that garners attention but does little to move the industry closer to viability. It doesn’t solve the production, storage, or distribution issues that hydrogen faces, or even move the needle. No matter – I bit because it demonstrates the promise and potential of.

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PV manufacturers’ “survival mode” needs EU OPEX support, says ESMC

EnergyTrend

PV manufacturers’ “survival mode” needs EU OPEX support, says ESMC JohanLindahl,thesecretarygeneraloftheEuropeanSolarManufacturingCouncil(ESMC),informedPVTechPremiumthatthereisawidespreadagreementwithintheEUthatitcann.

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Coastal Utilities Warned of ‘Potentially Explosive’ 2024 Hurricane Season

POWER Magazine

AccuWeather’s team of expert meteorologists is warning people and businesses to start preparing for a frenzy of tropical activity that could have major impacts on the U.S. this hurricane season. […] The post Coastal Utilities Warned of ‘Potentially Explosive’ 2024 Hurricane Season appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Five New EVs Join City Fleet of San Marcos, Texas

NGT News

The city of San Marcos, Texas, recently introduced five all-electric vehicles to its fleet. These additions include three Ford F-150 Lightning trucks and two Toyota bZ4X cars, which will be used by staff as they conduct city business, including Code Enforcement and Transit services, and Public Works Fleet services. The EVs support the San Marcos […] The post Five New EVs Join City Fleet of San Marcos, Texas appeared first on NGT News.

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EV Motors without Rare Earth Metals?

Energy Central

A large majority of current road-going electric vehicles use two new technologies. One is Lithium-Ion Batteries, and the other is electric traction motors. I’ve written about the former extensively, and my recent major paper on these is described and linked in this paper. I have also written about EV motors, but not recently. This post will fix this tardiness.

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Interpretation of China Electricity Council's 2023 energy storage operation data

EnergyTrend

Interpretation of China Electricity Council's 2023 energy storage operation data Recently,theNationalElectrochemicalEnergyStoragePowerStationSafetyMonitoringInformationPlatformreleasedthe"2023ElectrochemicalEnergyStoragePowerStatio.

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Charging Corridors, Stations Will Support Heavy-Duty EV Trucks

POWER Magazine

The push for electrification of the transportation sector is being supported by companies making significant investments in charging infrastructure. These groups are taking innovative approaches, including utilizing solar power, to […] The post Charging Corridors, Stations Will Support Heavy-Duty EV Trucks appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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EPA Completes Final Greenhouse Gas Pollution Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

NGT News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued final national greenhouse gas pollution standards for heavy-duty vehicles, such as freight trucks and buses, for model years 2027 through 2032. These standards will avoid 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions and provide $13 billion in annualized net benefits to society related to public health, the climate […] The post EPA Completes Final Greenhouse Gas Pollution Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.

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The KJ Show: Episode 81: Green Colonialism

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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IRENA said solar installation increased by 345.5 GW in 2023

EnergyTrend

IRENA said solar installation increased by 345.5 GW in 2023 IRENApublishesthe2024RenewableEnergyCapacityStatisticsreport.Accordingtoofficialdatainthereport,345.5GWofnewsolarcapacitywasaddedgloballyin2023,withth.

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Solutions to Empower Global Energy Workforce and Boost Operational Effectiveness

POWER Magazine

Ubiquitous and secure access to business applications is critical to the energy industry. Compatibility with existing infrastructures and enabling remote workers with strong access management and control has made virtual […] The post Solutions to Empower Global Energy Workforce and Boost Operational Effectiveness appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Clean Energy Fuels Names Ford to Board of Directors

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has appointed Patrick J. Ford to the company’s board of directors, effective March 27, 2024. He will also be a member of Clean Energy’s audit committee. Ford, 62, served as an audit partner at KPMG LLP from 1994 until his retirement in 2022. During his tenure at KPMG, he served numerous […] The post Clean Energy Fuels Names Ford to Board of Directors appeared first on NGT News.

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Have Researchers Found the Solution to a Major Hydrogen Transport Problem?

Energy Central

Yesterday I did a fun story about a zero-emission catamaran that employed hydrogen, wind, and solar to sail around the world. The problem of maritime emissions is real. But the feat that the Energy Observer is about to achieve won’t do much to further the cause of hydrogen. However, what researchers at the University of Sydney are working on may bring hydrogen a step closer to market.

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US energy storage five-year market outlook

EnergyTrend

US energy storage five-year market outlook Grid-scaleadditionsexperienceda98%increasein2023comparedto2022.In2023,thegrid-scalesegmentconcludedwith7,910MWand24,000MWh,representing90%ofallinstall.

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UAE Considers Investment in European Nuclear Power Projects

POWER Magazine

The state-owned nuclear energy group of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed interest in supporting nuclear power projects in Europe. The news comes just weeks after the fourth unit […] The post UAE Considers Investment in European Nuclear Power Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Envirotech Will Deliver Six EVs, One Forklift to PlugD

NGT News

Envirotech Vehicles Inc. (EVTV), a provider of new zero-emission, purpose-built electric vehicles, will deliver a total of six EVs and one forklift to PlugD Commercial Electric Leasing and Rentals Inc., a Texas-based commercial EV leasing company, as part of a previously announced sales and purchase agreement. EVTV will receive the funding before March 29, 2024, […] The post Envirotech Will Deliver Six EVs, One Forklift to PlugD appeared first on NGT News.

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Resiliency Hub provides safety and self-sufficiency in a disinvested community

Energy Central

By Laurie Mazur Queen Shabazz became an activist three decades ago, when her young son contracted lead poisoning in their rental home. She soon learned that “lead wasn’t the only problem out there”: her low-income, disinvested community in Petersburg, Virginia, contends with more than its share of environmental hazards — from air pollution to toxic waste.

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Spain added 5.6GW of ground-mounted solar PV in 2023

EnergyTrend

Spain added 5.6GW of ground-mounted solar PV in 2023 Spainhasinstalled5.6GWofground-mountedcapacityin2023,up28%from2022,accordingtothecountry’stransmissionsystemoperator,RedEléctricaBytheendof2023,Spainh.

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The POWER Interview: Remote Monitoring Key For Asset Management

POWER Magazine

Developments in communication technology, including software applications and new control hardware, are providing utilities the ability to monitor assets, analyze alarms, and control their power generation facilities remotely. Companies are […] The post The POWER Interview: Remote Monitoring Key For Asset Management appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Illinois EPA Offers Funding Opportunity for Public EV Charging Infrastructure

NGT News

John J. Kim, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency director, says Round Two grants are available to fund the purchase and installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure at publicly accessible locations. This opportunity is funded by Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital plan and authorized under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA).

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Emissions up – but it could have been worse

Energy Central

It’s a subtilty, but this isn’t a positive sign for the battle against climate change. “It could have been worse” reports are a byproduct of a lack of truly good news. It can always be worse. This is an example of a movement looking to extract a sliver of positivity from what is increasingly looking like a failing strategy. Don’t get me wrong.

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State-by-State Overview: Navigating the Contemporary U.S. Energy Storage Policy Terrain

EnergyTrend

State-by-State Overview: Navigating the Contemporary U.S. Energy Storage Policy Terrain TheEvolvingLandscapeofEnergyStoragePoliciesintheU.S.Energystoragesolutionsareincreasinglypivotalastheenergysectortransitionsfromtraditionalfossilfuels.

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Nopetro Renewables Breaks Ground on RNG Facility in Southern Florida

NGT News

Nopetro Renewables, a developer and operator of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects across North America, has broken ground on Southern Florida’s first landfill-gas-to-RNG facility in Indian River County. Once operational, the $40 million facility in Vero Beach, named Vero Beach Nopetro Eco District, initially will produce an estimated 3 million gallons of RNG a year […] The post Nopetro Renewables Breaks Ground on RNG Facility in Southern Florida appeared first on NGT News.

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Greenlane’s First EV Charging Corridor Takes Shape in US Southwest

NGT News

Greenlane is moving forward with its first commercial electric vehicle charging corridor that will have more than 100 chargers, modern amenities designed to increase driver comfort, resilience for high uptime and ultimately will move freight more efficiently. Greenlane is a joint venture between Daimler Truck North America LLC, NextEra Energy Resources LLC and BlackRock (through […] The post Greenlane’s First EV Charging Corridor Takes Shape in US Southwest appeared first on NGT News.

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January-February: China's PV Installations Surpass Expectations, Bullish on Second and Third Quarter Peak Demand for Photovoltaics

EnergyTrend

January-February: China's PV Installations Surpass Expectations, Bullish on Second and Third Quarter Peak Demand for Photovoltaics Photovoltaic InstallationsGrowby80%Year-on-YearinJanuary-FebruaryDuringJanuaryandFebruary,photovoltaicinstallationssawaremarkableyear-on-yeargrowthof8.

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US energy storage market added 4,235 MW across all segments in Q4 2023

EnergyTrend

US energy storage market added 4,235 MW across all segments in Q4 2023 Inthefourthquarterof2023,theUSenergystoragemarketsawanadditionof4,235MWacrossallsectors.Boththegrid-scaleandresidentialstoragesegmentsachievedrecord-b.

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A Glimpse into the Future: Decoding China's Solar Export Data

EnergyTrend

A Glimpse into the Future: Decoding China's Solar Export Data StrongDemandGrowthThroughouttheYear,GoodInventoryDigestionModule exportsincreasedbymorethan30%year-on-year,indicatingstrongoverseasdemand.AccordingtoG.

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Sweden’s new solar capacity reached 1.4 GW in 2023.

EnergyTrend

Sweden’s new solar capacity reached 1.4 GW in 2023. AccordingtoSvenskSolenergi,Swedishsolarenergyassociation,in2023,1.2GWto1.4GWofsolarprojectswasinstalledinSweden,asignificantincreasefromthe1GWin2022.T.

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