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Luma Energy to build interconnection points adding 990MW clean energy, 700MW BESS to Puerto Rico grid

Energy Storage News

Luma Energy, the US-Canadian joint venture (JV) responsible for the Puerto Rican electricity distribution network will build nine energy interconnection points with Linxon US LLC and their partner AtkinsRalis Caribe, to integrate renewable energy projects.

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Defra delays digital waste tracking introduction suggesting more time needed to get the IT system ready

Envirotec Magazine

The government has announced a delay to the introduction of mandatory digital waste tracking across the UK, moving the start date from April 2025 to April 2026. A scheme of this kind hopes to provide a comprehensive way to see what is happening to the waste produced in the UK, supporting better regulation and a move towards a circular economy. In a 6 February statement Defra said it had received feedback in recent months from industry stakeholders and delivery partners to the effect that the ori

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Scientists create hydrogen with no direct CO₂ emissions at source

TechXplore

A new way of creating hydrogen, which eliminates direct CO2 emissions at source, has been developed by an international team of scientists.

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AEMO reports surge in grid registrations for wind, solar and battery projects

Renew Economy

The rate of grid registrations for wind, solar and battery projects has surged in the last six months, with the capacity of projects given the go-ahead to connect to the grid double that of the previous 12 months. New data released by the Australian Energy Market Operator shows that with 1.7 gigawatts (GW`) of new […] The post AEMO reports surge in grid registrations for wind, solar and battery projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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How Two Industry Leaders are Making Carbon Capture Cheaper and More Efficient

Hydrogen Fuel News

Bloom Energy and Chart Industries Partner to Revolutionize Carbon Capture Bloom Energyand Chart Industries have taken a significant step forward in addressing the climate crisis. The two industry leaders are joining forces to offer a cutting-edge carbon capture solution powered by Blooms fuel cell technology and Charts expertise in carbon processing.

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Tidal and wave energy could contribute £8 billion to the economy

Envirotec Magazine

Orbital Marine Power’s Westray project, near the Isle of Orkney (image credit: Orbital Marine Power). Tidal and wave energy could contribute more than 8 billion to the Scottish economy by 2050 according to a new report from the University of Edinburgh’s Policy & Innovation Group. Scotland is a global leader in the development and deployment of tidal stream and wave energy devices, said a news release about the document.

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Battery storage helps Baltics disconnect from Russia’s BRELL grid and connect to Europe

Energy Storage News

Battery storage played a crucial role in the Baltic region's switch from Russia over to the Continental European grid over the weekend, coinciding with Lithuania launching a 100 million storage support scheme.

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FuelCell Energy’s SOEC System: The Largest Electrolyzer Tested at INL

Hydrogen Fuel News

Pioneering Hydrogen Production with FuelCell Energy’s SOEC Technology FuelCell Energy (NASDAQ: FCEL) continues to push the boundaries of clean energy with its innovative Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell (SOEC) technology. Currently undergoing testing at the renowned U.S. Department of Energys Idaho National Laboratory (INL) , the system represents a significant leap forward in hydrogen production , efficiency, and its ability to complement nuclear energy.

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Report sets out priorities for UK to become a global leader in AI frugality and efficiency

Envirotec Magazine

Government must ensure that tech companies accurately report how much energy and water their data centres are using, according to a report published on 7 February by the National Engineering Policy Centre. Data centres can and should be designed to use less water and critical raw materials, but government must set the conditions for this as the AI Opportunities Action Plan is rolled out.

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Hybrid battery design: Lithium-hydrogen system offers high energy density

TechXplore

A research team from the University of Science and Technology of China has introduced a new chemical battery system which utilizes hydrogen gas as the anode. Their study is published in the Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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TVA, Type One Energy Ink Deal to Develop Commercial Fusion Power Plant

POWER Magazine

The pursuit of energy from fusion technology has taken another step forward, with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) entering into a cooperative agreement with Type One Energy to jointly develop […] The post TVA, Type One Energy Ink Deal to Develop Commercial Fusion Power Plant appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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HydroFleet’s $33 Million Facility Set to Transform Hydrogen Logistics in Georgia

Hydrogen Fuel News

A Strategic Investment Near the Port of Savannah HydroFleet has announced a $33 million investment to build a hydrogen production and fueling facility in Pooler, Georgia, just 10 miles from the bustling Port of Savannah. Positioned strategically near major highways and one of the nations busiest freight hubs, this new facility aims to support clean, zero-emission logistics by catering to heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell trucks.

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Three men arrested in connection with Hoads Wood illegal waste dumping

Envirotec Magazine

Etchden road, Hoads Wood (image credit: Oast House Archive, CC BY-SA 2.0 license). Three men were arrested on Wednesday 5 February as part of an investigation into the large-scale, illegal tipping of waste at the Hoads Wood Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in Ashford, Kent. An Environment Agency press release said two of those arrested aged 44 and 62 are from the Isle of Sheppey, while the third, aged 41, resides near Sittingbourne.

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New Terminal One at JFK Airport to deploy a fleet of all-electric ground service equipment

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What will be one of the worlds greenest airline terminals when it opens in 2026 is about to get a little greener. The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York has selected ground support equipment provider TCR to outfit the new terminal with an all-electric ground service fleet. All ground service equipment at the terminal, including aircraft towing vehicles, passenger boarding stairs, aircraft refueling trucks, cargo handling equipment and baggage loaders, will be p

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Electrofuels Are the Future: The Driving Force to Decarbonizing Heavy Transport

Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium

With the first wave of the energy transition, renewable energy sources (such as solar and wind) have begun replacing coal power generation. However, some sectors are lagging behind and struggling to decarbonize more than others, including large-scale transportation like commercial aviation, shipping, and rail transit. Electrofuels (aka eFuels) are the next generation of solutions to help the hardest-to-abate sectors pivot from their reliance on fossil fuels.

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Freyr solidifies US solar pivot with cancellation of Georgia battery factory plan

Energy Storage News

NYSE-listed firm Freyr has cancelled its plans for a battery manufacturing plant in Georgia, US, following its pivot to becoming a US solar company.

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Doosan Fuel Cell’s Ambitious Move into South Korea’s Hydrogen Bus Market

Hydrogen Fuel News

Doosan Fuel Cell Company Ltd, through its subsidiary HyAxiom Motors, is preparing to make waves in South Korea’s hydrogen bus market. With certification for two hydrogen fuel cell bus models currently underway, this marks a significant step for the company as it positions itself as a key player in the future of sustainable transportation. HyAxiom Motors Develops Models Designed for Todays Roads HyAxiom Motors, founded in 2022 and a subsidiary of Doosan Fuel Cells U.S. division, has develop

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Activated carbon: An unsung hero of industrial purification?

Envirotec Magazine

Activated carbon has an incredible ability to adsorb impurities (i.e., they adhere very readily to the surface) and this makes it indispensable for engineering and manufacturing operations, suggests CPL/Puragen Activated Carbons, in an article exploring the application of such materials, and the possibilities they present What is activated carbon? It is a highly purified form of carbon, in which the material has an exceptionally large surface area and presents an intricate network of microscopic

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Microvast advances its solid-state battery technology

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US battery technology developer Microvast has advanced the development of its all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology. Microvast’s all-solid electrolyte separator membrane is based on a polyaramid separator, which is non-porous and tailored to solid-state applications. This ensures high ionic conductivity, structural stability and long-term durability, addressing a critical technical challenge in solid-state battery technology.

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AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities

Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.

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Next-gen solar cells now fully recyclable with water-based method

TechXplore

In a study published in Nature, researchers at Linkping University have developed a method to recycle all parts of a solar cell repeatedly without environmentally hazardous solvents. The recycled solar cell has the same efficiency as the original one. The solar cell is made of perovskite and the main solvent is water.

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What Makes Solar Generators a Smart Power Choice?

Hydrogen Fuel News

Power outages are frustrating. They put a hold on everything we do, and if you have time-sensitive work to complete, they can be the most frustrating event to manage. The unpredictability and unexpected inconveniences encourage more people to opt for solar power systems. These systems are easy to install and offer peace of mind against power outages.

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Consistent cutting: Macerator for wastewater and biogas

Envirotec Magazine

Borger has launched a new cutting-basket macerator that helps protect wastewater/biogas pumps and downstream equipment by consistently mashing solids. Designed with pivoted cutting blades that adjust automatically, the OrbitGrinder operates at an even cutting speed, with its cutting baskets blades arranged in a special star shape to maximise shredding.

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comemso announces MCS-ready EVSE/EV test platform

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comemso, a provider of high-precision test and measurement solutions for electromobility, has announced the integration of Megawatt Charging System (MCS) capabilities into its EVSE and EV test platform. The MCS-ready test platform is designed to meet the demands of 1,500 V and up to 1,000 A for high-performance EV charging. The system already supports CCS, NACS, CHAdeMO, GB/T, and AC.

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How Digital Transformation will Bend the Curve of the Linear Economy Toward the Circular

Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Climate 4.0 Economy. Climate change is here. We see it in many ways already. Weather catastrophes: Texas freezing over, the wildfires of California, the increasingly unpredictable violence and frequency of hurricanes, the rapid melting and disappearance of polar ice caps. Much more evidence all around us. What can we do in our corporate organizations, in our homes and communities, to change the current course?

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Microsoft Buying Power From Three EDP Renewables’ Solar Projects

POWER Magazine

Technology giant Microsoft is buying nearly 400 MW of power from three new utility-scale solar projects in Illinois and Texas. EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) on Feb. 10 said […] The post Microsoft Buying Power From Three EDP Renewables’ Solar Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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For energy storage fire safety, will perception become reality?

Energy Storage News

The Moss Landing BESS fire has focused attention on safety, as Aaron Marks at Clean Energy Associates (CEA), takes a closer look.

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Puraffinity Appoints Neal Megonnell As Chief Commercial Officer

Envirotec Magazine

This article contains sponsored content. Puraffinity , a leading developer of precision technology for the removal of PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ across multiple water treatment applications, is pleased to announce the appointment of Neal Megonnell as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective immediately. Neal Megonnell brings three decades of experience in various leadership, technology and sales roles in the carbon industry to his new position at Puraffinity.

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Arrow Electronics to distribute Dukosi’s battery management systems

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Technology provider Arrow Electronics has signed an agreement with Scottish battery monitoring technology Dukosi to distribute its battery management systems. Dukosi’s technology streamlines battery management systems by using contactless communication for monitoring and optimizing batteries. This simplifies battery system architecture, reduces the risk of short circuits and enables accurate and granular data analysis at cell level, according to the companies.

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Prototype turns car and helicopter exhaust into thermoelectric energy

TechXplore

Combustion engines, the engines in gas-powered cars, only use a quarter of the fuel's potential energy while the rest is lost as heat through exhaust.

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Cyprus: Guidance issued for 150MW/350MWh energy storage support scheme

Energy Storage News

The government of Cyprus has published guidelines for a scheme to support the deployment of approximately 150MW/350MWh of energy storage.

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ChatGPT may not be as power-hungry as once assumed

TechCrunch: Climate

ChatGPT, OpenAI’s chatbot platform, may not be as power-hungry as once assumed. But its appetite largely depends on how ChatGPT is being used and the AI models that are answering the queries, according to a new study. A recent analysis by Epoch AI, a nonprofit AI research institute, attempted to calculate how much energy a […] 2024 TechCrunch.

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CarbonScape achieves 90% spheroidization yield in battery-grade graphite production

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CarbonScape has made a breakthrough in its biographite production process, reaching a 90% spheroidization yield. Spheroidization transforms graphite particles into spheres through precision mechanical milling for high-performance battery materials. The spherical shape improves the packing density, increasing the energy stored per unit volume to improve battery performance.

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Solar-powered device captures carbon dioxide from air to make sustainable fuel

TechXplore

Researchers have developed a reactor that pulls carbon dioxide directly from the air and converts it into sustainable fuel, using sunlight as the power source.

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‘Storage in GB really starting to benefit from renewables buildout’: Gore Street talks strategy, optimisation and LDES

Energy Storage News

The Gore Street Energy Storage Fund (GSD) was one of the early movers in the UK BESS industry and now has operational assets in Great Britain (GB), Ireland, Germany, Texas and California.

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