RWE, TotalEnergies Developing 4 GW of Offshore Wind for Germany

Credit to Author: Darrell Proctor| Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:40:54 +0000

German multinational energy company RWE is joining with France’s TotalEnergies to jointly develop two large-scale offshore wind projects off the German coast. The companies on October 7 announced that TotalEnergies […]

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$1.5B Federal Boost for Four Major Transmission Projects as DOE Unveils National Grid Study

Credit to Author: Sonal Patel| Date: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 17:03:57 +0000

The Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded capacity contracts of up to $1.5 billion to four major transmission lines under its Transmission Facilitation Program (TFP) to aid the transfer of 7.1 […]

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The National Transmission Planning Study highlights the significant benefits of High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology in transmission expansion. It finds that HVDC offers greater control, modular designs, and efficiency in transmitting electricity over long distances. HVDC technology plays a crucial role in large-scale interregional transmission, particularly in the central U.S., and is key to achieving substantial cost savings and system reliability. The study emphasizes that HVDC's advanced multiterminal converters and transmission capabilities provide the most substantial benefits to consumers by enhancing grid resilience and supporting renewable energy integration. Image courtesy: Hitachi Energy

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Clearway Starts Construction on Texas Solar and Storage Projects

Credit to Author: Darrell Proctor| Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:14:56 +0000

California-based Clearway Energy Group said it has closed financing and started construction of standalone solar and energy storage projects in Hopkins County, Texas. The company on October 2 said the […]

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Diversification Key to Finland’s Goals Around Energy and Environment

Credit to Author: Darrell Proctor| Date: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:46:47 +0000

Finland has a diversified energy mix, comprised mostly of renewable energy resources and nuclear power. Recent power generation project announcements highlight this diversification, which has led to industry

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Spanish Group Injecting Hydrogen Into Natural Gas Network

Credit to Author: Darrell Proctor| Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2024 19:37:25 +0000

A Spanish infrastructure company said it has achieved a “historic milestone” for Spain’s energy industry. Madrid-headquartered Redexis announced has begun injecting hydrogen produced with renewable energy into the country’s natural […]

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Evolution of Decommissioning Requirements in Renewable Energy

Credit to Author: Contributed Content| Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2024 14:56:05 +0000

With legislative momentum around clean power generation and net-zero emissions policies rapidly building, the U.S. is seeing rapid increases in installed wind and solar capacity each year. At the same […]

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Impact of the IRA on U.S. Renewable Energy Manufacturing and Supply Chains

Credit to Author: Mark Turley| Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2024 13:40:27 +0000

The Inflation Reduction Act  was designed to enhance domestic manufacturing and secure domestic supply chains. The act, signed by President Biden in 2022, was sponsored by Sens. Chuck Shumer (D-NY) […]

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$2.33 Billion Solar-Plus-Storage Project Set in Nevada

Credit to Author: Darrell Proctor| Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 18:16:11 +0000

A solar-plus-storage project valued at more than $2.33 billion is preparing for construction after receiving a Record of Decision (ROD) from the U.S. Dept. of the Interior. Arevia Power on […]

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Net Metering Reform: Premature or Long Overdue?

Credit to Author: Janique Williams| Date: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 23:13:10 +0000

The growth of distributed energy resources (DERs) has significantly increased over the past decade as the U.S. moves to decarbonize the electric grid. Growth has been possible by incentivizing the […]

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Using Energy Storage Technology to Support Distributed Energy Applications

Credit to Author: John Turner| Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:35:00 +0000

Our power grid is becoming more distributed and more renewable than ever. Energy storage is a critical technology component to reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and building a low-carbon […]

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