Category: Energy
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A groundbreaking lithium find poised to revolutionize the future of energy
1. Top five lithium battery chemistries: Lithium iron phosphate, lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide, lithium manganese oxide, lithium nickel cobalt aluminium, and lithium titanate. 2. Largest lithium reserves in the world: Chile, Australia, Argentina, China, and the US. 3. Discovery of one of the largest lithium deposits in the US: Estimated between 20-40 million tons,…
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Tesla’s Struggle to Dominate the EV Market Could Lead to Expansion in South Asia
1. Tesla is planning to scout locations in India for a manufacturing facility and increase auto parts purchases to $15 billion. 2. India’s EV market is growing, with a surge in electric passenger vehicle sales and a focus on small, affordable EV models. 3. The upcoming visit of Tesla CEO Elon Musk to India has…
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Opposition to Fuel: A Pragmatic and Public Perspective
1. Hydrogen fuel is increasingly important in national net-zero plans around the world. 2. Governments are focusing on ramping up production of hydrogen as a new fuel alternative. 3. Public opposition and concerns about safety are major challenges facing the commercialization of hydrogen as a clean energy source. Governments worldwide are focusing on hydrogen as…
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Solar power remains the leading source of U.S. electricity generation capacity for the sixth consecutive month
1. Solar provided the largest share of new U.S. electrical generating capacity for the sixth consecutive month, with 83.6% of new capacity in February. 2. Solar’s share of total available installed utility-scale generating capacity has increased to 8.21%, surpassing hydropower. 3. FERC projects that solar capacity will continue to grow rapidly, potentially surpassing wind and…
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EU Battery Passport to lower procurement and recycling expenses
– Regulation introduces requirements for managing battery lifecycle metrics such as carbon footprint and safety – Digital ‘passport’ technology enables tracking and transparency through QR codes on batteries – Value assessment of Battery Passport shows potential benefits for industry, consumers, and policymakers, including cost reductions and better procurement decisions. The EU is introducing regulations requiring…
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Big Opportunities for Grid Operators in Decarbonisation Protection
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Shell and Eco Wave partner to invest in the first onshore wave energy station in the US
– Eco Wave Power Global AB entered an agreement with Shell to develop its first project in the US – A feasibility study conducted with Shell identified multiple locations in the US and globally for wave energy stations – Momentum for wave energy in the US is growing, with legislative support in California and potential…
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Save $799 on a RadExpand 5 Folding E-Bike with a Free Extra Battery
1. Rad Power Bikes is offering a $300 discount on their RadExpand 5 folding e-bike until April 17th, along with a free bonus battery. 2. The RadExpand 5 features a 750W rear hub motor, 672 Wh battery, up to 45 miles of range per charge, and 4 levels of pedal assist. 3. The folding design…
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South African nuclear company forms partnership to advance HTMR-100 small modular reactor
1. South African nuclear company partners with technology consultancy to develop a first-of-a-kind reactor in South Africa. 2. The HTMR-100 reactor, derived from the discontinued Pebble Bed Modular Reactor program, will produce 100MW of heat and 35MW of electricity. 3. The addition of nuclear power to South Africa’s energy grid is seen as crucial due…
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California Supreme Court to Review NEM 3.0 Case Filed Against CPUC
1. California Supreme Court reviewing lawsuit challenging NEM 3.0 rooftop solar policy 2. NEM 3.0 reduces compensation for excess solar power by 75% 3. Predictions show potential decline in rooftop solar market and solar job loss in California by 2024. The California Supreme Court is reviewing a lawsuit filed by environmental groups challenging the state’s…