By Joel Jaeger, Katrina McLaughlin, Lori Bird and Karl Hausker Building a clean, reliable, cost-effective power grid will require many different types of energy. The bulk will come from solar and wind; but since these aren’t available 24/7, 365 days a year, they must be paired with a smaller amount of clean, “firm” power that’s always available when needed. Geothermal energy, nuclear energy and …
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Shoreline Wind and Principle Power Collaborate to Unlock Floating Offshore Wind Opportunity Globally
$1.2 Trillion+ opportunity for Floating Offshore Wind (FOW) developers globally says UK report 1 FOW developers urged to learn lessons from European deployment Seoul, South Korea, 27 November 2024 — As the global wind industry prepares for GWEC’s Wind Energy Summit in South Korea later this week, Principle Power and Shoreline Wind demonstrate how Floating Offshore Wind (FOW) has moved …
Read More »Redefining Renewable Energy: A Critical Push to Optimize Hydroelectric Power Efficiency
Hydroelectric energy is the “backbone of clean power,” but an urgent need to improve efficiencies is driving engineers to explore a whirlwind of options Among alternative energy solutions, wind, solar, and hydrogen capture the majority of attention. Yet the combined output from these sources pales in comparison to that of hydroelectric power. Producing more than 4,300 TWh worldwide, hydroelectricity produces …
Read More »States With the Most Businesses Focused on Sustainable Energy
A new study on behalf of Milliken has identified the top U.S. states for sustainable energy production. The rapid rise of the sustainable energy sector worldwide has been one of the most important technological and economic stories of recent years. Continued urgency to mitigate the impact of climate change has spurred governments and companies to speed the transition to greener energy sources. Global …
Read More »Larger turbines and aging assets pose fresh challenges for offshore wind O&M
Offshore wind faces intensified operational and maintenance challenges from bigger turbines and aging fleets, risking project efficiencies, durability, and profitability Shoreline Wind’s new white paper underscores an urgent need to review and update existing O&M strategies, as the industry enters new territories and matures globally Esbjerg, Denmark, 16th September 2024 – With the offshore wind industry rapidly deploying scaled-up turbines …
Read More »Fueling the Future: Unlocking Low-Cost Green Hydrogen
Current methods used to process hydrogen into a usable fuel are cost-prohibitive, but several new innovations are promising to open the door to cost-competitive green hydrogen. Hydrogen is well positioned to be the fuel of the future. However, a commercially viable transition to green hydrogen – the environmentally friendly version of the fuel – seems perpetually 10-15 years away. While …
Read More »State, Municipal Leaders Celebrate the Official Launch of Rhode Island’s Largest Closed Landfill Solar Site
Developed by NuGen Capital Management, the Bristol Landfill Solar Project will generate enough renewable energy to power 700+ homes and businesses. Bristol, R.I. (July 25, 2024)— The Bristol Landfill Solar Project, Rhode Island’s largest closed landfill solar site, is officially operational. NuGen Capital Management, LLC, the project developer, joined Toray Plastics (America), Inc. and other partners along with state and municipal …
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Brittany unveils study demonstrating its tidal power potential At the end of 2023, Brittany formalized its support for the tidal turbine industry by joining Ocean Energy Europe, the world’s largest network of ocean energy professionals (manufacturers, researchers and local authorities). To step up the development of tidal power along its 2,470 km coastline, in spring 2023 the Brittany Region commissioned a …
Read More »TerraPower Begins Construction on Advanced Nuclear Project in Wyoming
The beginning of construction activities on the NatriumTM demonstration project site marks the first advanced nuclear reactor project under construction in the Western Hemisphere. BELLEVUE, Washington – June 10, 2024 – TerraPower, a leading nuclear innovation company, today celebrated the start of construction on the Natrium reactor1 demonstration project. This marks the first advanced reactor project to move from design …
Read More »Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades: Transform Your Space Sustainably
In today’s world, where environmental consciousness is on the rise, making eco-friendly home improvements is not only responsible but also a smart investment. These upgrades not only contribute to a greener planet but also enhance the overall value of your property. In this article, Alternative Energy HQ explores some practical and achievable eco-friendly home improvement ideas suitable for any skill …
Read More »The Future of Transportation: Hydrogen Powered Cars
The demand for more sustainable transportation options has led to the development of hydrogen-powered cars. Utilizing hydrogen as a fuel source, these vehicles offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. However, before delving into the potential future of hydrogen cars, it is important to understand the science behind hydrogen fuel cells. Understanding Hydrogen Power The Science Behind Hydrogen …
Read More »Meeting the Challenges of a Sustainable Future in Power Generation
By: Judy Samuelian, Director of Business Development at IHI Power Services Corp. Whether you’re waking up to the sound of an alarm clock each morning, turning on a white noise machine before bed or running an AC unit on full blast during hot summer months— nearly everything we do requires energy, making power generation a vital component of our …
Read More »Lightsource bp and Conway Corp unveil 135-megawatt pollinator friendly solar farm providing affordable energy for Conway, Arkansas
Delivers enough clean electricity to power 21,000 homes Incudes 5-acre pollinator garden providing critical habitat for monarch butterflies Brings $125 million private capital investment toward energy independence for Arkansas CONWAY, Arkansas— Lightsource bp and Conway Corp today celebrated the successful completion of the 135-megawatt Conway Solar at Happy project in White County, Arkansas. The occasion marks a significant milestone …
Read More »Rhode Island National Guard Cuts Its Annual Electricity Bill by $100,000 With Rooftop Solar
Atten-tion! Rhode Island National Guard Cuts Its Annual Electricity Bill by $100,000 With Rooftop Solar 550kWp system has offset around two-thirds of maintenance facility’s energy use in year one It is the third SolarEdge system to be installed as part of the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resource’s ‘Lead by Example’ initiative MILPITAS, Calif. — 5th October 2023 – The Rhode Island National …
Read More »Offshore wind industry poised for growth, but economic pressures and tech innovation need to be managed
In its new report, ‘A turning point for offshore wind’, Allianz Commercial highlights growth opportunities, tech innovations, risk trends, and loss patterns for the global industry. Damage to cables is the top cause of insurance claims, followed by turbine failure. Speed of build-out is creating pressure on materials and supply chains, port infrastructure, and available construction and maintenance vessels. …
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ANGI ENERGY SYSTEMS TEAMS UP WITH HYDROGEN FUEL CELL ELECTRIC TRUCK PIONEER NIKOLA CORPORATION IN STRATEGIC COLLABORATION ANGI Energy Systems (ANGI) will supply Nikola’s state-of-the-art hydrogen fueling dispensers to be installed and commissioned across the U.S. ANGI is driving the future of compressed and renewable natural gas, and hydrogen-powered transport with a portfolio of new refueling technologies and infrastructure With …
Read More »New Acoustic Technology Protects Marine Mammals while Enabling Renewable Offshore Energy
Saildrone and RPS are using smart tools to provide long-term monitoring of endangered species over large areas slated for offshore wind development. (September 6, 2023 – FALMOUTH, MA) – Saildrone, the world leader in uncrewed surface vehicles and autonomous ocean data collection, together with RPS, a leading provider of protected species monitoring and mitigation compliance services, announced today the completion …
Read More »mtu Kinetic PowerPack from Rolls-Royce approved for renewable diesel
mtu Kinetic PowerPack for uninterruptible power supply now even more environmentally friendly Tests show: no loss of performance with HVO fuel System consists of mtu diesel engine coupled to kinetic energy accumulator via electromagnetic clutch and a synchronous machine Rolls-Royce has approved its mtu Kinetic PowerPacks, based on the mtu Series 4000 and 1600 diesel engines, for use …
Read More »Lawsuit Challenges California’s Regressive Rooftop Solar Policy
SAN FRANCISCO— The Center for Biological Diversity, The Protect Our Communities Foundation and the Environmental Working Group late Wednesday petitioned the California Court of Appeal to review the state’s new rooftop solar policy. The policy, which took effect April 15, significantly slashes the credit new solar users get for sharing their extra solar energy with the grid. The legal action comes after …
Read More »Innovative wind blade recycling program reaches 2,800 threshold
A quarter of U.S. adults are considering putting off big life events like having children over concerns about climate change, according to a new survey. The 25,000-person survey crafted by research firm Elabe and the North American branch of Veolia, a water, waste and energy management company, was released Tuesday. While survey participants lived in 25 different countries, Elabe and Veolia …
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