Manchester, 19 May 2022 – A gasification pioneer aims to seal the UK’s low-carbon future after winning a Government grant worth nearly £300,000 to develop waste-to-hydrogen production technology, innovation funding specialist Catax can reveal. Compact Syngas Solutions (CSS), based in Deeside, Wales, has secured £299,886 from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) with the help of Catax. The funding comes from the Low Carbon …
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Why Are Power Transformers Crucial to Modernizing the Grid?
by Emily Newton Changing priorities in the energy industry — like the growing importance of renewable power sources — and the development of novel grid management technology have made grid modernization more important than ever. Power transformers, likely the most essential elements of the grid, will play a central role in this modernization. Businesses in the transformer industry that understand …
Read More »How Green is Your Home: Ways to Make Your House Energy Efficient
These days, we hear a lot about the effects of climate change on the news, and more people than ever are choosing to do their part to help the environment so it is livable for generations to come. While there are many ways that you can make a difference, some people fear that their minor contribution is not enough to …
Read More »Interior Department Outlines Roadmap for Continued Renewable Energy Progress on Public Lands
Approval of more than 120 renewable energy projects with combined generating capacity of 12,000 megawatts; new BLM report forecasts additional activity WASHINGTON — As part of its commitment to support and inspire a clean energy transition, the Department of the Interior today announced a series of steps taken to advance the Biden-Harris administration’s goal to permit 25 gigawatts of renewable power on …
Read More »Can Geothermal Ever Become the Norm?
Saving the planet through sustainable lifestyle changes is at the top of everyone’s mind. It’s why so many people recycle and minimize their petrol purchases – but they may not know much about the most significant potential energy source for humanity’s future. Read on to learn whether geothermal can ever become the norm and why so many people agree it …
Read More »Lightyear and MyWheels enter into car-sharing partnership
Helmond and Amsterdam, April 20, 2022 – Lightyear, the high-tech company developing the world’s first long-range solar car, is partnering with The Sharing Group to supply 5,000 Lightyear Two vehicles to its car-sharing platform MyWheels, the market leader of shared cars in the Netherlands. This high volume series will be available to the MyWheels fleet as of 2025. In addition, in 2023, the Lightyear …
Read More »Making a More Energy Efficient Supply Chain
Countries are following the United Nations’ lead and developing strict sustainability regulations. Environmentalists recognize corporations’ impacts on ecological degradation. They are working with government officials to set corporate responsibility laws. Companies can adhere to sustainability laws by improving their supply chains’ energy efficiency. Eco-conscious practices may also enhance companies’ sales, meeting eco-consumers’ demands. Before assessing the efficiency enhancement methods, individuals …
Read More »How Can Renewables Be More Efficient?
According to the International Renewable Energy Agency, two-thirds of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions can be traced back to the creation and use of energy. Since the industrial revolution, society has relied heavily on energy to fuel transportation, agriculture and manufacturing. The average homeowner also uses electricity for heating, cooling, access to water and lighting. To reduce the pollution caused …
Read More »Smart Grid Improvements
Just one year ago this month, the southern U.S. suffered a hard freeze, leaving millions of people in Texas without power while also causing flooding to homes from busted pipes. As a result, 246 people died. The recent round of freezing weather to hit the South might have many wondering how they would fare during a continuous freeze. This is …
Read More »What are the Environmental Benefits of Biomass Power?
Emily Newton is the Editor-in-Chief of Revolutionized Magazine, an online publication that explores innovations in science and technology. Renewable energy sources are slowly becoming more popular and some, like biomass power, could change the energy sector forever. Biomass is one of the main renewable energy sources available to us today, though it tends to get overlooked in favor of …
Read More »Solar Driven Concrete Production Is on the Way
Concrete is the second most widely utilized substance on the planet behind water. Developers use concrete – and its primary ingredient, cement – to build roads, foundations, bridges, and other structures. Environmentalists are targeting the material’s manufacturing process because of its large carbon footprint. Eco-conscious engineers are following the sustainability path by integrating renewables into cement and concrete production. Before …
Read More »Are Electric Cars Becoming More Affordable Today?
Electric cars are becoming more popular each year. This is especially true as gas prices continue to rise and governments offer more incentives for people to switch to more environmentally conscious means of transportation. However, while electric cars aren’t a fresh concept like they were several years ago, does that mean that electric cars are now becoming more affordable? In …
Read More »Solar Becoming Pervasive in Small Electronics
Eco-consumerism is dominating the market and influencing green production practices. Individuals hope to shrink their carbon footprints while meeting their modern consumption demands. Manufacturers are targeting material pollution by incorporating renewables into their designs. Engineers advanced solar technology over the past decade, which helps individuals produce more emission-free energy to support their product usage. Many residents are installing photovoltaic (PV) …
Read More »Building a Power Grid for the 21st Century: How the U.S. can achieve another engineering feat by leveraging AI
By: Sean McEvoy, SVP Energy, Veritone When the U.S. built its power grid nearly one hundred years ago, it was recognized as one of mankind’s greatest engineering achievements of the 20th century. Today, while it is considered the world’s largest machine, it is extremely vulnerable to 21st century soaring demands and climate threats. Comprised of thousands of power plants and thousands …
Read More »A Quick Guide to Becoming a Solar Contractor
The current wave of interest in solar energy may provide serious opportunities for electrical contractors. Homeowners, business owners, and others are investing in solar systems. The benefits of these systems — primarily savings on energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint — are significant, especially while there is an ongoing conversation around sustainability and climate change. This is how electrical …
Read More »Solar Could Be the Key to Protecting Homes From Power Outages
You took the plunge, invested in solar panels for your home, and are reaping the benefits of saving money on your utility bills. Then the power’s knocked out at night during a storm. Even with solar panels, homeowners remain connected to their city’s power grid in what’s called a “grid-tied” solar system. In case you didn’t know, solar panels are …
Read More »Is Alternative Energy a Realistic Option for Healthcare Facilities?
Alternative energy sources are in high demand as our economy faces both supply chain issues and high costs of oil and gas. The COVID-19 pandemic only exacerbated constraints on this industry that is so dependent on international trade. Now our most essential facilities—our hospitals and clinics—are seriously exploring a shift to alternative, sustainable energy grids that might help them reduce …
Read More »Why Does a New Startup Want Renewable Energy to Take Flight?
In the 2014 Disney movie “Big Hero Six,” the futuristic setting of San Fransokyo is powered by a sky full of kite-shaped flying wind turbines that hover in the air above homes and businesses. This might seem like a flight of fancy — pun intended. However, in spaces that get a lot of wind and don’t have enough square footage …
Read More »Interior Department Advances Three Solar Projects in California
First solar projects approved under the Desert Renewable Energy Conservation Plan WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior announced today it has approved two solar projects with a third nearing final completion on public lands in Riverside County, Calif., underscoring the Department’s commitment to promoting onshore renewable energy production. The three projects will generate roughly 1,000 megawatts (or 1 gigawatt of power) and are the first projects approved under the Desert Renewable …
Read More »How Has Urbanization Affected the Power Industry?
Over the last century, humanity has become more urbanized than ever before. According to a 2019 Reuters report, more than half the world’s population now lives in an urban area. And increased urbanization has numerous side effects, including rising energy demand and costs. Large amounts of power are required to keep cities running, meaning that urban life is significantly more …
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