Category: Energy

– FERC affirmed key provisions in Order No. 2023, its interconnection ruling – SEIA supported FERC’s proposed interconnection reforms and praised the commission for its efforts – Melissa Alfano from SEIA commended FERC for upholding penalties for utilities and transmission owners that fail to process interconnection applications in a timely manner The Federal Energy Regulatory…

1. Grid United partners with Hitachi Energy to utilize HVDC technology for transmission projects in the US. 2. The projects aim to connect the country’s eastern and western regional power grids to address increasing electricity demand and facilitate power sharing. 3. The collaboration will mitigate the effects of extreme weather events, decrease network congestion, and…

– Primergy Solar signs a long-term power purchase agreement with San Diego Community Power for its Purple Sage Energy Center – The project is expected to come online in 2027 and will generate over 1.2 million MWh of carbon-free solar energy annually – The project will benefit the local community by creating approximately $90 million…

– Eight contract packages unveiled for the Net Zero Teesside Power project – Project includes integrated gas-fired power plant with carbon capture technology – Plans to capture and store up to 2 million tonnes of CO2 per year in the Endurance saline aquifer The Net Zero Teesside Power project in the UK, a joint venture…

1. Record quarter for energy storage installations in Q4 2023, with 4,235MW installed across grid-scale, residential, and commercial segments 2. California led the market with a 56% share of all Q4 deployments, followed by Arizona and Texas 3. Wood Mackenzie forecasts 59GW of new grid-scale storage capacity in the US between 2023 and 2028, with…

– UK Power Networks launches Powercast software for EV charger status – Powercast provides information on functioning chargers and power outages – Powercast aims to increase confidence in EV charging and help drivers make informed decisions on charging locations UK Power Networks has introduced Powercast, an open data-based software that provides information on the status…

– Iberdrola announced €15.5 billion investments in renewable energy before 2026, with over 50% going to offshore wind projects in the US, UK, France, and Germany. – The investment will boost electrification and support decarbonisation, energy security, and reduce volatility caused by fossil fuels. – The strategy also focuses on enhancing the grid, expanding renewable…

1. CSIRO defends itself against attacks by conservative politicians and media for reaffirming renewables as cheapest form of electricity generation. 2. Australia drawing over 55% of power from renewable sources, with renewable energy providing 39.4% of total energy generation in 2023. 3. Investment in large-scale storage projects in Australia saw a significant increase in 2023,…

1. Mahindra & Mahindra signed an MOU with Adani Total Gas subsidiary for EV charging network in India. 2. Collaboration aims to expedite EV uptake and provide e-mobility solutions for customers. 3. Increased adoption of EVs in India expected to result in significant oil savings and contribute to decarbonising transportation sector. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M)…

1. Steel is a crucial component of racking and trackers for solar PV systems, with a reliable steel supply necessary for the transition to solar-powered energy. 2. The steel industry is incorporating sustainability measures, such as using plant oil-based coatings, to reduce emissions and environmental impact. 3. Solar energy is becoming increasingly important for the…