Category: Energy

1. Laminate was pulled from a solar panel before recycling at SolarCycle’s Odessa, Texas facility. 2. The U.S. Department of Energy announced 35 projects across 20 states receiving a total of $1.93 billion in Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit. 3. The projects aim to accelerate clean energy manufacturing and recycling, with seven located in traditional…

1. FERC emphasizes the urgent need for expanding electrical transmission capacity to achieve successful energy transition. 2. The current transmission capacity is inadequate and needs at least a 60% expansion by 2030. 3. Congressional reform, DOE investments, FERC regulations, and increased state spending are key factors in fast-tracking transmission development. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission…

1. Brownfield developments are on industrial land, while greenfield projects are on undeveloped land. 2. Thermal power plant sites are suitable for renewable energy projects due to existing infrastructure and skilled workforce. 3. Legacy fossil fuel assets can be repurposed for clean energy technologies like battery storage at sites like former power plant locations. Brownfield…

– DSOs are striving to meet Fit for 55 goals but require the right framework conditions and support – Challenges faced by DSOs include high demand for renewables connections, capacity constraints, and regulatory framework issues – Lessons learned from successful DSO practices include the need for regulatory investment frameworks, transparency with renewables developers, and incentives…

– SBM Offshore and Technip Energies sign a partnership agreement to form EkWiL, a joint venture entity for floating offshore wind – EkWiL will combine expertise and technologies of both companies to offer integrated floating solutions for the FOW market – Emphasis on collaboration, synergies, and necessary steps for completion of the transaction and regulatory…

1. China is the epicenter of the global EV revolution, representing 60% of the world’s plugin vehicle sales in 2023. 2. Many international automakers sell BEVs in China that are not offered in other markets, including General Motors with Buick BEVs and Honda with the M-NV compact SUV. 3. Japanese brands like Toyota, Nissan, and…

1. Offshore wind industry facing permitting challenges leading to project delays and abandonment. 2. Global efforts to expedite offshore wind permitting through legislative reforms. 3. Developers navigating permitting challenges by proactively engaging with local communities, utilizing insurance for financial protection, and advocating for transparent communication. Offshore wind projects have faced significant delays and challenges due…

– Fronius USA opened its US headquarters’ solar panel roof and solar inverter lab to local fire department officials for fire safety training on solar power equipment – The Solar Solutions Management team provided technical training on PV systems, rapid shutdown procedures, safety features, energy storage, and electronic vehicle chargers – Fronius Arc Guard technology…

1. Roofs are almost never perfectly square, which can cause visual and practical issues with solar panel installation. 2. Squaring off corners in solar panel designs is essential to ensure accurate installation and avoid problems with panel placement. 3. Methods for squaring off corners include doing it by hand, using software like Scanifly or AutoCAD,…

1. The nuclear industry is facing a generational shift with one in four employees set to retire in the coming decade, leading to skill shortages and a fierce war for talent. 2. Operators are turning to technology to digitize processes, preserve knowledge, and optimize operations to reduce the learning curve for new hires, especially in…