Author: bigboss
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IRS clarifies qualifications for Energy Community to receive IRA credit
– Dept. of Treasury and IRS released guidance on bonus tax credit for clean energy projects in energy communities – CS Energy solar project built on brownfield in New Jersey – The Inflation Reduction Act can increase credit amounts for energy communities, with specific qualifications and additional guidance released by the IRS. The Dept. of…
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US Industry Makes Big Strides and Importance of Community Engagement
– ACP’s market report found that grid-scale clean energy deployments in the US reached 17,027MW/45,588MWh by the end of 2023. – Wood Mackenzie’s US Energy Storage Monitor reported a record-breaking 3,983MW of new grid-scale projects completed in Q4 2023. – The US energy storage industry is forecasted to see a significant growth with 59GW of…
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Putin Ignored US Warnings Prior to Moscow Concert Hall Attack
– Gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow, killing 40 and injuring over 100 – US embassy issued a security alert about a potential terror attack in Moscow earlier in the month – Vladimir Putin dismissed the US embassy’s warnings as “blackmail” from the West just days before the attack Gunmen launched a terrorist attack…
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Elia Group and Ørsted collaborate on research paper to drive progress in offshore hybrid projects
– Elia Group and Ørsted launched a joint paper to promote the development of hybrid projects linking multiple countries. – The paper aims to help Europe maximize its renewable energy potential from its seas and ensure fair distribution of clean power among nations. – Recommendations in the paper include regional planning at sea basin level,…
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Radial Power Acquires Seven Solar Projects from RIC Energy
– RIC Energy sold seven PV plants in upstate New York to Radial Power – The plants have a combined capacity of 34 MW and are expected to provide clean energy to over 8000 homes – RIC Energy has sold a total of 13 PV plants in New York with a total capacity of 70…
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Magic Ball Developed by Heimdall Boosts Transmission Line Capacity
1. Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email or follow on Google News for the latest updates. 2. Heimdall Power of Norway has developed a sensor called Neuron, known as a “magic ball,” that reads the temperature of high voltage transmission lines in real-time. 3. The technology helps increase the capacity of…
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“Tokyo Gas’ Commitment to Alternative Fuels and Renewables for Achieving Net Zero Emissions”
– Tokyo Gas plans to focus on alternative fuels like e-methane and hydrogen, as well as renewables to achieve carbon neutrality. – The company aims to achieve 50% carbon neutrality in local gas and power operations by 2040. – Tokyo Gas will increase its use of e-methane, switch to hydrogen for thermal power plants, and…
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Ukraine Continues Targeting Russia’s Oil Refineries Despite US Opposition
– US urged Ukraine not to strike Russian oil refineries to avoid rising prices and retaliation – Ukraine responded that it will continue targeting refineries, viewing them as legitimate military targets – Recent Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure have been effective, damaging refineries and causing a spike in oil prices The US has advised…
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Anker Solix energy storage system receives UL certification
1. Anker SOLIX X1 Energy Storage System completes UL 9540A testing and earns certifications for UL 9540, UL 1741 and UL 1973 from CSA Group. 2. Anker enforces strict quality standards in production process, from battery cell selection to system development, to ensure reliability and safety. 3. Anker remains committed to continuous improvement in energy…
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Harnessing Deep Geothermal Energy to Meet Baseload Power Demands
1. The Earth has vast sources of power that can be harnessed through geothermal energy. 2. Deep geothermal technology allows for the extraction of clean, industrial-grade, baseload power from depths of 10 kilometers or more, offering a promising alternative to fossil fuels and intermittent renewables. 3. Despite the need for substantial investment in renewable energy…