GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Solar plus storage is fast emerging as a top choice, both at scale on the grid and also "behind the meter," installed in a home, apartment or commercial building. . It’s no secret that the cost of solar energy has plummeted. Renewable Energy. Energy & Climate. Energy Storage. Sponsored Article.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2023

The idea of space-based solar power (SBSP) – using satellites to collect energy from the sun and “beam” it to collection points on Earth – has been around since at least the late 1960s. If so, SBSP could become a vital part of the world’s transition away from fossil fuels to green energy.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The bio-oil Charm produces has properties similar to crude oil but with half the energy content and a very high carbon content. Heliogen (IdeaLab): Capturing carbon with solar-powered, desert-based DAC plants. Gross then described the solar-powered DAC process his team at Heliogen has designed. Sponsored Article.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Now, as ambitious climate goals gain momentum and renewable energy prices drop, attention is turning towards scaling such systems for commercial transport. One key challenge addressed by the panelists is the volatility of renewable energy — both in price and physical availability. Wed, 11/04/2020 - 02:00.

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GreenBiz

MAY 5, 2020

Artificial intelligence (AI), advanced data analytics, fintech, cloud computing, 5G, new materials, renewable energy technology and 3D printing are just a few innovations changing the global infrastructure landscape. In energy infrastructure, long a major source of global carbon emissions, renewable technologies have made enormous strides.

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Solar Power World

MAY 25, 2022

Gallegos, director of programs and communications, Yotta Energy In my previous article, I discussed several key factors that are likely to shape the energy storage industry. … The post Part 2: Will energy storage live up to the hype? … The post Part 2: Will energy storage live up to the hype? <br><span

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

When a big brand such as Google, General Motors or Walmart unveils an eye-popping commitment to use more renewable energy, the news usually gets attention. And as these pledges have multiplied in number and scale, corporate energy buyers are having impacts beyond the headlines. power trends by pulling investment into renewables.

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Energy Central

MAY 30, 2023

This article tackles a deceptively dangerous notion concerning energy, economics, and sustainability: We can practically and economically run our world almost exclusively on wind and solar power. It looks great at first glance: Cheap and.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 23, 2020

What if the government were to integrate support for clean energy into its COVID-19 economic recovery program? Utilities already have found wind and solar power are less costly sources of energy. The economics of solar and wind including storage costs are quickly undercutting the economics of oil as a prime mover.

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Solar Power World

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

This article was originally posted to SEIA’s blog and is re-posted here with permission.

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ThinkGeoEnergy

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Zorlu Geothermal Energy Electricity Generation Inc. Zorlu Energy ) has announced that additional solar power plants will be built to augment the installed capacities of the company’s geothermal power plants in Alasehir and Kizildere, Türkiye. This was the first hybrid power plant commissioned by Zorlu Energy.

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Renewable Energy World

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

German chemical company, BASF, and EDF Energy North America signed a 35-MW wind power purchase agreement (PPA) that will bring 25 MW of wind power to BASF’s Verbund site in Freeport, Texas, and 10 MW of wind power to the Pasadena, Texas, site. The agreements underline BASF’s commitment to sustainability.

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Solar Power World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

A version of this article originally appeared in the 2022 edition of RETC’s PV Module Index Report. These… The post The rise of next-generation n-type solar PV cells appeared first on Solar Power World.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 21, 2021

A Case for Green Energy Options For Small Business. A good first step is assessing your options as a small business for switching to renewable energy. Over the past few years, it has become exponentially cheaper to switch to renewables like solar and these options are opening up for small businesses to capitalize on. Save Money.

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GreenTechMedia

APRIL 3, 2020

As battery prices continue to fall and the penetration of variable wind and solar generation rises, power plant developers are increasingly combining wind and solar projects with on-site batteries, creating “hybrid” power plants. In California, almost two-thirds of solar projects are proposed as hybrids.

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ThinkGeoEnergy

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Studies on the potential of storing renewable energy underground have been ongoing for some time. In the last few years, this field of study has gained momentum associated with the continued deployment of low-cost variable renewable energy (VRE) (Green et al., The general concept of reservoir thermal energy storage (RTES) is simple.

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R-Squared Energy

AUGUST 23, 2024

In June, the Energy Institute released the 2024 Statistical Review of World Energy. The Review provides a comprehensive picture of supply and demand for major energy sources on a country-level basis. Each year, I write a series of articles covering the Review’s findings. Top 10 Renewable Energy Producers in 2023.

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Solar Power World

JULY 10, 2023

A version of this article was originally shared on the Saint-Gobain Composite Solutions website and is reshared with permission here. In the quest for efficient and sustainable energy generation, the field of photovoltaics has gained significant attention.

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Renewable Energy World

JULY 9, 2021

White or light gray roofs can increase rooftop bifacial PV energy yields by up to 25 percent and increase the return on investment by up to 10 percent, according to new research by Opsun, a bifacial PV racking company. Most people don’t give the color of their roofs a second thought, but it could be costing their business a lot of money.

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U.S. Green Technology

MAY 11, 2023

When it comes to sustainability, solar panels are a top choice. They’re renewable energy sources that provide clean electricity with minimal carbon footprint and environmental impact. But did you know you can do more to make your solar panel system greener?

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R-Squared Energy

AUGUST 26, 2022

Note: The is the sixth article in a series on BP’s recently-released BP Statistical Review of World Energy 2022. Previous articles were: Wind And Solar Provided A Record 10% Of The World’s Power Generation In 2021. Today, we’ll cover renewable energy in more detail. exajoules of renewable energy.

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Business Green

MAY 15, 2024

Just two weeks ago Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary Claire Coutinho delivered a thoughtful - if protest-marred - speech setting out the overarching philosophy she brought to the task of decarbonising the UK's economy. The leviathan of central planning lives, and it is a Tory. And all for what?

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GreenTechMedia

JANUARY 14, 2021

This is the second article in a series. Several floors below the firm’s balcony, power lines crisscross over piles of garbage, a fleet of rickshaws and cow patties on a rooftop, being dried for cooking fuel. Demand for flexible, clean power spurs startup activity. Read part one here.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 6, 2022

Solar company sustainability is vital for an industry that aims to curb climate change. As a renewable energy provider, you wouldn’t expect your solar company to be environmentally damaging. This is concerning when we think about the scale of the solar power industry, and how much this industry is expected to grow.

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R-Squared Energy

AUGUST 9, 2020

This article is the fifth in a series on the BP Statistical Review of World Energy 2020. The Review provides a comprehensive picture of supply and demand for major energy sources on a country-level basis. Previous articles covered overall energy consumption , petroleum supply and demand, natural gas , and coal.

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R-Squared Energy

AUGUST 26, 2021

The is the sixth article in a series on BP’s recently-released Statistical Review of World Energy 2021. Previous articles were: Highlights From The BP Statistical Review Of World Energy 2021. Today, I want to cover renewable energy. exajoules of renewable energy. A Record Decline In Carbon Emissions.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 7, 2024

This article contains paid for content produced in collaboration with Smartly Energy. Solar power technology has come a long way since it was first introduced as a way to generate renewable energy. Gone are the days when homeowners had to deal with bulky, unsightly solar panels propped up on their roofs.

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R-Squared Energy

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Note: The is the final article in a series on the recently released 2023 Statistical Review of World Energy. The Renewable Juggernaut Over the past decade, the global growth rate of renewable energy trounced every other energy source. Global Renewable Energy Consumption 1965-2022. exajoules of renewable energy.

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Renewable Energy World

AUGUST 6, 2021

And the state’s last nuclear power plant and numerous coastal gas power plants are facing retirement. Meanwhile, the rapid growth of solar power is providing generous amounts of daytime electricity, but, of course, none at night. With all these changes, it’s clear that power providers have their work cut out for them.

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Renewable Energy World

AUGUST 30, 2021

Kerry Rippy , National Renewable Energy Laboratory. In recent decades the cost of wind and solar power generation has dropped dramatically. of Energy projects that renewable energy will be the fastest-growing U.S. energy source through 2050. However, it’s still relatively expensive to store energy.

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GreenTechMedia

OCTOBER 22, 2020

There’s the natural gas that gets burned in them, and there’s all the electricity that it takes to power them. And then there’s another category: all the upfront energy that went into making the buildings in the first place. Optimize your solar power plant. We’re also sponsored by NEXTracker.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

AUGUST 15, 2024

Solar panels are a fantastic way to harness the sun’s energy and convert it into usable electricity. However, the efficiency of solar panels can be significantly improved with the use of programmable power solutions. One of the key components in achieving this is the use of a programmable power supply.

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 6, 2020

These disparities are also pervasive in energy. One common measure of this is "energy burden," or the share of take-home income spent on energy bills. Rooftop solar has the potential to reduce energy burden in communities of color, but it has not yet lived up to its potential due to systemic barriers.

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Renewable Energy World

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Renewable Energy World contributor is being awarded a Constellation Prize for Policy Impact in response to a new heating/cooling solution he proposed for a 100-year-old building in Albany, NY. Jay has written articles for RenewableEnergyWorld.com over the years and had just found out that he won an award for one of them.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

JULY 16, 2024

Hybrid solar inverters represent a significant advancement in solar energy technology, combining the functionality of traditional grid-tied inverters with battery storage capabilities. What is Hybrid Solar Inverters? This key feature distinguishes them from standard grid-tie inverters and standalone inverters.

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Renewable Energy World

AUGUST 18, 2021

For this episode of the Local Energy Rules Podcast, a rebroadcast of episode 127 of the Building Local Power Podcast , host John Farrell speaks with guest Jean Su. Farrell and Su discuss how legal advocacy for energy democracy can overcome utility barriers to a renewable energy economy. The Salt River Project.

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Renewable Energy World

APRIL 22, 2021

When you’ve followed the evolving research of a leading clean energy expert and become a supporter of his vision for a global clean energy transition, it should come as no surprise that I was eager to crack open Mark Jacobson’s 2021 book release, 100% Clean, Renewable Energy and Storage for Everything. Happy Earth Day 2021!

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