ExxonMobil is preparing to join the power generation business, seeing an opportunity to support the electricity supply for energy-intensive data centers. The company on Dec. 11 said it is designing […] The post ExxonMobil Planning Large Gas-Fired Plant to Serve Data Centers appeared first on POWER Magazine.
NET Power and CRC Team to Deploy 1 GW of Carbon-Free Gas Power Plants in California
NET Power, developer of a novel gas-fired power plant that captures all atmospheric emissions, will explore deploying up to 1 GW of power capacity in Northern California with partner California […] The post NET Power and CRC Team to Deploy 1 GW of Carbon-Free Gas Power Plants in California appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Google Invests in Partnership to Develop Energy Assets at Data Center Parks
Technology companies are looking at various ways to source electricity for energy-intensive data centers. Google on Dec. 10 unveiled a plan to join with several partners in supporting power generation, […] The post Google Invests in Partnership to Develop Energy Assets at Data Center Parks appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Six Companies Tapped for $2.7 Billion LEU Push to Boost Domestic Nuclear Fuel Supply
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected six companies to compete for 10-year contracts totaling $2.7 billion to supply low-enriched uranium (LEU) to support the nation’s nuclear power fleet. […] The post Six Companies Tapped for $2.7 Billion LEU Push to Boost Domestic Nuclear Fuel Supply appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Avantus Signs PPA with Arizona Utility for 100-MW Solar Project
A major U.S. solar power developer announced it has a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Arizona Public Service (APS) for the energy produced from the Kitt Solar Project. Avantus, the […] The post Avantus Signs PPA with Arizona Utility for 100-MW Solar Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Best Practices for Mitigating Hail Damage to Solar Projects
Mitigating against the risk of hail for solar projects is both extremely complicated and more straightforward than you may think. Natural catastrophes (NatCat), particularly hail, pose a significant risk for […] The post Best Practices for Mitigating Hail Damage to Solar Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Why Power Companies Are Turning to Refurbished Parts for Plant System Upgrades
Amid growing pressure to optimize costs, dependability, and green initiatives, some power companies are beginning to reconsider their approaches to upgrading dated equipment. Refurbished elements provide a viable option to […] The post Why Power Companies Are Turning to Refurbished Parts for Plant System Upgrades appeared first on POWER Magazine.
GE Vernova to Provide Grid-Stabilizing Technology for German Transmission System Operator
GE Vernova secured a contract with 50Hertz Transmission GmbH to deliver advanced STATCOM technology, supporting Germany’s transition to a renewable energy future The 300 Mvar FACTSFLEX GFM solution, with Grid […] The post GE Vernova to Provide Grid-Stabilizing Technology for German Transmission System Operator appeared first on POWER Magazine.
EPRI Develops Power System Generic Models to Plan for an Increasingly Net-Zero Grid
Planning and operating a power system requires detailed grid studies to guide investment decisions and prepare for how the system may evolve over time. Long-term planning can identify the policy, […] The post EPRI Develops Power System Generic Models to Plan for an Increasingly Net-Zero Grid appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Largest Pennsylvania Coal-Fired Plant Will Convert to Natural Gas
A major Pennsylvania coal-fired power plant, the largest coal-burning facility in the state before it was closed in 2023, may be converted to a natural gas-fired station. Officials in Homer […] The post Largest Pennsylvania Coal-Fired Plant Will Convert to Natural Gas appeared first on POWER Magazine.