GE Vernova said the first of three blocks of a major natural gas-fired power plant in Taiwan is now online. The company on July 7 said the first 1.3-GW unit of the Hsinta power station is operating, part of the facility’s transition from burning coal to using natural gas. The post GE Vernova Brings First 1.3-GW Block of Taiwan Gas-Fired Plant Online appeared first on […]
Missouri Utility Plans New 800-MW Gas-Fired Plant, Will Include Energy Storage
A utility that serves customers in Missouri announced it plans to build an 800-MW natural gas-fired power plant, along with the company’s first large-scale battery energy storage facility, at a site near St. Louis. The post Missouri Utility Plans New 800-MW Gas-Fired Plant, Will Include Energy Storage appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Unlocking Opportunities in AI Through Power Demand, Administration’s Initiatives
The U.S. is bracing for a reality where artificial intelligence and data centers overwhelm the power grid, and rightfully so, as America seeks to lead the global AI race. But this push is coming at the same time that the federal government is reshuffling fiscal priorities and prioritizing energy independence. While that dynamic may seem like a challenging juxtaposition, one thing is clear: regardless of […]
Westinghouse, Radiant Selected for First Fueled Nuclear Microreactor Tests at INL’s DOME Facility
Nuclear microreactors developed separately by Westinghouse and Radiant are poised to become the first fueled designs tested at the Demonstration of Microreactor Experiments (DOME) facility—the world’s first dedicated microreactor test bed slated to open at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) in early 2026. The first fueled experiment is expected to begin as early as spring 2026. […] The post Westinghouse, Radiant Selected for First Fueled Nuclear […]
Why Nuclear Maintenance Equipment Requires a Single-Source Solution
There is no room for missteps, miscommunication, or misunderstandings when it comes to nuclear maintenance. It demands precision, speed, and accountability. The tools and systems used during outages must function flawlessly, because when they don’t, the cost is more than money—it’s exposure, downtime, and slipping maintenance schedules. Some nuclear plants use a segmented model for […] The post Why Nuclear Maintenance Equipment Requires a Single-Source […]
UK’s Largest Solar Park Enters Commercial Operation
A global energy infrastructure management group said one of its solar-plus-storage projects in the UK is now online. Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners on July 1 said the 373-MW Cleve Hill Solar Park has started commercial operation, and represents the largest solar power and energy storage installation built to date in the UK. Quinbrook on Tuesday said […] The post UK’s Largest Solar Park Enters Commercial Operation […]
A Transformative Dawn: South Fork Wind Leads America’s Offshore Reboot
Winning POWER’s highest honor, South Fork Wind—the first commercial-scale offshore wind farm in U.S. federal waters—stands as a beacon for the power sector’s ambition to forge new industries in the The post A Transformative Dawn: South Fork Wind Leads America’s Offshore Reboot appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Data is the New Diesel: Understanding the Role of Telematics in the EV Transition
The fleet industry is approaching a pivotal juncture, with electrification increasingly positioned as a potential path forward for businesses working to reduce emissions and operating costs. Yet, during this period with evolving expectations and uncertain environmental regulations, the direction and pace of this transition remain fluid. While momentum is building around the shift from traditional […] The post Data is the New Diesel: Understanding the […]
Buyer Beware: Deeper Pockets Funding Deeply Speculative Power Sector Expansion
As billions of dollars flood into the historically niche electricity sector, U.S. power generation is having a moment and entering what may be its most consequential investment cycle in decades. The U.S. power space saw record levels of capital investments in 2024. These billions in new investments are coming not just from legacy participants, but […] The post Buyer Beware: Deeper Pockets Funding Deeply Speculative […]
24/7 Solar Power: Why Energy and Space Leaders Are Gathering This November
The conversation around energy is changing fast. With growing concerns about energy security, climate targets, and the increasing pressure to meet rising global energy demand, solutions that were once considered far-fetched are now being pursued seriously. Space-based solar power (SBSP) is one of those solutions, and the upcoming International Conference on Energy from Space 2025 […] The post 24/7 Solar Power: Why Energy and Space […]