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NLR-NRRI Partnership Advances Industry-Scale Innovation and Process Demonstration
The National Laboratory of the Rockies and University of Minnesota’s Natural Resources Research Institute launched IMPACT, a joint initiative to demonstrate critical minerals processing technologies at industrial scale.
Energy Storage Is Strengthening Reliability. These 5 States Are Leading the Charge.
Five states are leading energy storage deployment to strengthen grid reliability and affordability as electricity demand surges from data centers and extreme weather.
Vycarb Successfully Stores Low-Purity CO2 In Seawater
Brooklyn-based startup Vycarb has successfully demonstrated the ability to store low-purity CO2 directly in seawater without expensive purification, potentially making carbon capture and storage more affordable and accessible.
Methane Thermolysis Has A Carbon Market Problem
Methane thermolysis produces hydrogen and solid carbon, but the process generates roughly three tonnes of carbon for every tonne of hydrogen, creating significant market challenges for the byproduct.
A New Microgrid Captures Energy From The Environment
Defense startup Chariot Defense secured a $7.6 million contract to deploy its Amphora microgrid system to the US Army this fall, designed to optimize power from multiple sources for modern battlefield equipment.
Oil-Rich Azerbaijan Bets Big on a Clean Energy Boom
Azerbaijan, a major oil producer, is pivoting toward renewable energy with World Bank support and ambitious plans to generate 30% of power from clean sources by 2030, positioning itself as a regional green energy hub.
U.S. Eyes 18th-Century Law to Seize and Sell Iranian Oil
The US Justice Department is exploring historical prize law to seize and sell Iranian oil captured during a blockade, potentially accelerating asset liquidation while generating Treasury revenue.
America’s Electricity Boom Is Outrunning Its Power Grid
The U.S. electrical grid faces severe strain from surging electricity demand driven by artificial intelligence and electrification, with nine of 15 grid regions at elevated or high risk of supply shortages by 2030.
Europe EV Sales Report: BEVs Reach 26% Market Share!
Battery electric vehicles reached 26% market share in Europe during July, with 288,000 registrations representing a 51% year-over-year increase, though growth varies significantly by region.
16 Agrivoltaic Projects on Local Farms Move Forward in New Jersey
New Jersey approved 16 agrivoltaic projects totaling 52.06 megawatts of clean energy production on active farmland under a new dual-use solar pilot program.
Translucent Solar Starts Producing Solar Panels in South Carolina
Translucent Solar has opened a manufacturing facility in South Carolina capable of producing 1.2 gigawatts of solar panels annually, marking a step toward increased U.S. clean energy production.
NLR & North American Electric Reliability Corporation Launch Partnership To Advance North American Grid Reliability
The National Laboratory of the Rockies and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation announced a partnership to advance bulk power system reliability through shared research and data integration capabilities.
2 GW HVDC Is Becoming Standard. The Rest Of The Grid Isn’t.
HVDC transmission technology is standardizing at 2 GW capacity in Europe and 3 GW in other regions, but the broader electrical grid, planning systems, and workforce development lag behind equipment standardization.
Government Clown Finally Admits Energy Storage Exists
US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum acknowledged energy storage technology in August after claiming a year earlier that it does not exist, coinciding with a new battery factory opening in Michigan.
Underwater Volcanoes Are Geothermal Energy’s Next Frontier
A Seattle startup will deploy a 100-kilowatt geothermal generator to the seafloor off Oregon in September to harness heat from underwater volcanic vents for clean electricity generation.
Private Equity Is Circling Utilities as AI Reshapes the Grid
Private equity firms are acquiring utility assets as major tech companies build massive data centers and power plants to meet surging AI energy demands, reshaping the traditional electricity market.
Bank of England to stop accepting bonds linked to coal for key loans
The Bank of England will stop accepting coal-linked bonds as collateral for commercial bank loans starting in October, marking a significant climate policy shift that activists view as progress.
OCTA Is Spending Again On Hydrogen Because The Fuel Chain Failed
Orange County Transportation Authority is spending $27.6 million on hydrogen infrastructure to expand its fuel-cell bus fleet, following the failure of its previous fueling system and a significant operational decline in bus usage.
The Gas Turbine Shortage Just Became AI’s Biggest Constraint
Gas turbine manufacturers face a severe production crunch as AI data center demand accelerates, with new orders not arriving until 2030 or 2031, creating a significant supply-demand mismatch.
Europe Dodges a Rhine Crisis for the Worst Possible Reason
Europe’s Rhine River has recovered slightly from record lows but remains too shallow for normal barge traffic, constraining chemical and fuel transport while masking deeper disruptions through reduced industrial demand.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s state oil company Equinor reported profits of $11.5bn in the second quarter, nearly double the prior year, driven by elevated oil and gas prices stemming from geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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How To Deal With Flood and Water Damages
It is such an inconvenience if your home gets hit by a flood. Whether the flooding is caused by rain and storms, plumbing leaks, or overflowing drains, you certainly have a problem of gargantuan proportions on your hands. Even if the flooding in your home isn’t that...
2019’s Most & Least Energy-Efficient States – WalletHub Study
With the U.S. Department of Energy estimating families could save up to 25% on utilities with energy efficient measures, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2019’s Most & Least Energy-Efficient States as well as accompanying videos....
A Solar Energy Evolution: Modern Methods for Harnessing an Ancient Power Source
It is fairly easy to construct a convincing argument that we are in the midst of an energy revolution right now and solar power is leading the way. Harnessing the power of the sun is not necessarily a new concept but technological advances have made it much more...
Vancouver Goes Even Greener With New Rules for Multi-Unit Construction
When its ambitious Green Buildings Policy for Rezonings goes into effect May 1, Vancouver will gain even more stature as one of North America’s environmental leaders – especially in the building sector. But, the new bylaw has sparked questions over the price to be...