Category: Energy

– BASF, SABIC, and Linde have started a demonstration plant to show the viability of large-scale electrically heated steam cracking furnaces at BASF’s site in Germany – Lummus Technology and Braskem are working on joint studies to industrialize Lummus’ SRT-e electric cracking heater at one of Braskem’s sites in Brazil – The technologies being developed…

1. CATL claims to have achieved zero degradation in lithium iron phosphate battery cells over a three-year period, challenging industry norms. 2. The technology behind CATL’s zero degradation claim is being kept secret, with speculation including biomimetic SEI and self-assembled electrolyte technologies. 3. The energy density of CATL’s Tener product, at 6.25MWh per 20-foot container,…

– Consortium of Californian energy stakeholders submit $2 billion grant application to GRIP program – Project called CHARGE 2T aims to increase statewide electric transmission capacity, streamline renewable energy projects, and support workforce development and energy education – Grant would fund upgrading powerlines, grid-enhancing technologies, renewable energy interconnection improvements, and energy education and training programs…

– Recurrent Energy secured R$343 million in project financing from Banco do Nordeste do Brasil S.A. for its Jaiba III solar project in Brazil – The project will be financed over a 22-year period and has a 15-year power purchase agreement with Usiminas – The Jaiba III project, powered by Canadian Solar modules, is expected…

1. Sign up for CleanTechnica daily news updates via email or follow on Google News 2. General Motors’ Silverado EV pickup truck will have V2H capability for providing backup power to homes 3. V2H technology may become a popular choice for homeowners looking to protect against electrical outages and reduce utility bills, with GM leading…

1. GIGA Storage has secured a permit to construct a 600MW/2.4GWh battery energy storage system in Belgium. 2. The project, known as the GIGA Green Turtle, will be located in Dilsen-Stokkem, eastern Belgium, near a new high-voltage station. 3. Construction is set to begin in 2025, with the project expected to be operational by 2028,…

– GRID Alternatives is a selected applicant for the Solar for All grant competition – The program aims to deliver residential solar projects to over 900,000 households nationwide – The selected applicants will provide funds to states, tribes, municipalities, and nonprofits to expand equitable pathways to clean energy and create jobs in low-income communities The…

1. The United Nations has highlighted the negative effects of climate change, including destructive storms and economic losses, leading to the importance of building for climate resilience. 2. Babcock Ranch in Florida is a successful case study in sustainable, resilient town planning, with considerations such as hardening critical infrastructure, relying on solar power, and collaboration…

1. Construction on Green Turtle to start in 2025 and finish in 2028, making it one of the largest BESS projects in Europe. 2. Giga Storage has delayed construction due to better understanding of supply chain and building contracts, and is in the process of selecting a BESS supplier. 3. Giga Storage also building Giraffe…

– Decarbonising ASEAN’s energy supply could result in $800 billion in cost savings through regional collaboration in power interconnectors, hydrogen networks, and energy storage infrastructure – DNV’s study models three scenarios for decarbonisation in ASEAN: individual approach, moderate interconnection, and regional cooperation – Regional cooperation can cut costs significantly compared to individual or moderate interconnection…