The energy transition is an increasingly important trend, not just for power generation but also for communities across the U.S. As regions that have been dependent on hydrocarbons begin to […] The post Community Solar Drives Energy Transition in Longtime Fossil-Fuel Region appeared first on POWER Magazine.
COP28 Concludes with Landmark Decision to Shift Away from Fossil Fuels
Negotiators from nearly every country in the world closed COP28 with a decision that—for the first time—formally recognizes the necessity of moving away from fossil fuels to achieve the Paris […] The post COP28 Concludes with Landmark Decision to Shift Away from Fossil Fuels appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Microgrids a Win for Both Owners and Grid Operators
According to a guidebook issued by Sandia National Laboratories, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) multi-mission laboratory, microgrids are defined as a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources […] The post Microgrids a Win for Both Owners and Grid Operators appeared first on POWER Magazine.
South Africa Looking at Nuclear Power to Solve Load-Shedding Crisis
South African officials, faced with continued power outages that are hurting the country’s economy, are turning to nuclear power in an effort to support a more reliable supply of electricity. […] The post South Africa Looking at Nuclear Power to Solve Load-Shedding Crisis appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Bill Gates-Backed Group Supporting New Energy Storage Technology
A Massachusetts-based group developing an energy storage system to support renewable energy resources is moving forward with plans for a prototype facility outside Boston. Fourth Power on Dec. 12 said […] The post Bill Gates-Backed Group Supporting New Energy Storage Technology appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Powering Through: Utilities Prioritize Security, Innovation, and Collaboration During Critical Substation Upgrades
Spurred by the need to modernize and adapt, utilities are undergoing the same type of widespread digital transformation that other legacy industries have endured, except the power grid presents distinct […] The post Powering Through: Utilities Prioritize Security, Innovation, and Collaboration During Critical Substation Upgrades appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Advanced Energy Storage: Linchpin for a Renewable Energy Future
In an era defined by environmental consciousness and a pressing need to reduce our carbon emissions, renewable energy has emerged as the shining beacon of hope for a sustainable future. […] The post Advanced Energy Storage: Linchpin for a Renewable Energy Future appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Report: Power Sector Supply Chain Dependent on Adversaries
An estimated 90% of software products used to manage the U.S. power grid contains code “contributions” from Russian or Chinese developers. The finding from cyber risk management solution firm Fortress […] The post Report: Power Sector Supply Chain Dependent on Adversaries appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Impressive Milestones Achieved on Chinese Advanced Nuclear Power Projects
China National Nuclear Corp. (CNNC) announced on Dec. 6 that China’s independently developed high-temperature gas-cooled modular pebble bed (HTR-PM) reactor demonstrator had commenced commercial operation. The HTR-PM project was constructed […] The post Impressive Milestones Achieved on Chinese Advanced Nuclear Power Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.
The POWER Interview: Tech-Enabled Financing Supports Solar Sector
More and more businesses are looking to use renewable energy as they set decarbonization goals, with public companies often pushed by shareholders to adopt environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. […] The post The POWER Interview: Tech-Enabled Financing Supports Solar Sector appeared first on POWER Magazine.