Renewable energy
The new 500 kV HumeLink transmission line, a significant project aimed at unlocking an additional 3,000 MW of renewable energy into the grid, has reached considered project status under the National Electricity Rules (NER). Once completed, the project will facilitate the connection of the Snowy Hydro Scheme expansion project,
Renewable energy
Chinese energy giants, China Huaneng Group and Dongfang Electric Corporation, have jointly developed a prototype floating wind turbine that has shattered power generation records. This innovation could revolutionize the renewable energy sector by significantly increasing the amount of clean electricity generated from wind power. Each turbine, measuring 489 feet tall
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The International Financial Corporation (IFC) has awarded a corporate loan of up to US $600 million to Engie Energia Peru, a leading electricity generation company in the country, to support the development of renewable energy projects and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. The loan is structured as a
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Stop Lava Ridge, Inc., a coalition of farmers, ranchers, and community members, has filed a motion to protest the Great Basin Transmission, LLC's request for approval of an amended tariff filing and rate incentives for the SWIP-N transmission line. The protest comes amidst recent policy changes and environmental
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The Internal Revenue Service has issued new guidance on tax credits for renewable energy projects, limiting the ability of wind and solar companies to claim federal tax breaks. This move comes amidst the Trump administration's efforts to restrict renewable energy development across the country. Key Takeaways: * The new
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Researchers from Lebanese International University have highlighted the critical need for improving solar photovoltaic system efficiencies due to overheating issues affecting panel performance and lifespan. They have conducted a comprehensive review of recent literature on phase change materials (PCMs) as cooling solutions for solar cells. The study found that PCMs
Renewable energy
Researchers from Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, India, have developed a novel smart grid system that seamlessly integrates hydrogen production, storage, and utilization within grid operations to maximize renewable energy use. The system, known as the Smart Grid Hybrid Electrolysis-and-Combustion System (SGHE-CS), achieves a hydrogen production efficiency of
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Researchers from the State Grid Shandong Electric Power Research Institute have developed a novel method to improve the flexibility of nuclear power plants (NPPs) by combining solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOECs) and H2-O2 burning. This innovative approach enables the coupling supply of H2, O2, and hot water, increasing the flexibility
Renewable energy
Researchers at Northeast Electric Power University in Jilin, People's Republic of China, have developed a innovative multi-generation system that utilizes hydrogen as a sustainable energy carrier to facilitate higher renewable penetration and reduce peak electricity demand. The proposed system combines a biomass-fueled thermochemical cycle with a proton exchange
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A recent study by the University of Texas at Dallas in collaboration with Harvard University and Nantum AI has found that shifting electricity consumption to times when the grid has a greater supply from alternative energy sources can significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The research, published in the journal Cell
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The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved a settlement agreement for Alpena Power Company's amended renewable energy plan, which will see the company increase its renewable energy credits to 15% by 2029, 50% by 2034, and 60% by 2035 and beyond. The agreement was reached after a prehearing
Renewable energy
The global combined heat and power (CHP) market is expected to grow significantly over the next five years, driven by the increasing demand for energy efficiency and reliable power generation. With the global power load increasing due to expanding urban infrastructures, industrial processes, and the integration of renewable energy sources,
