Coronavirus, cheap natural gas and building electrification
GreenBiz
APRIL 3, 2020
Will the spectacular drop in natural gas prices throttle the movement to electrify buildings? What's driving the coming collision.
Scientists propose converting natural gas into hydrogen directly in gas fields
TechXplore
JUNE 7, 2024
Skoltech researchers have found a way to produce hydrogen from natural gas with 45% efficiency right in the gas field by injecting steam and a catalyst into a well and adding oxygen to ignite the gas. This technology will help accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to clean hydrogen power.
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European scientists group urges ban on new natural gas boilers
Envirotec Magazine
MAY 24, 2023
Natural gas is not cleaner than other fossil fuels and using it instead of coal or oil risks achieving little or no reduction in greenhouse gas effects, says science advisory group the European Academies’ Science Advisory Council (EASAC) in a new report “Future of Gas”. We can’t argue our way out of drastic changes.
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Net Zero Natural Gas Plant -- The Game Changer
Jim Conca
JULY 31, 2019
The Allam cycle involves burning gas with oxygen instead of air to generate electricity without emitting any CO2 or NOx. At a cost below any other energy source. It also produces pipeline-ready CO2 and even water.
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Intel is using hot water to cut natural gas use in its factories
GreenBiz
JANUARY 25, 2024
billion in annual energy costs globally. Industrial heat recovery is an untapped opportunity that could save an estimated $152.5
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Streamlined life-cycle assessments of natural gas systems can inform near-term energy transition
TechXplore
MAY 7, 2024
The natural gas industry is one of the largest greenhouse gas (GHG) emitters in the United States, and significant amounts of natural gas are used for electricity, heating, and industrial and chemical processes.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom Proclaims Natural Gas To Be Zero-Carbon
Jim Conca
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
That’s what California Governor Gavin Newsom did with carbon emissions from natural gas by signing into law Senate Bill 423. Just declare gas zero-carbon and that’s that. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could outlaw wildfires? Or legislate against Polar Vortexes?
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European imports of liquefied natural gas from Russia at ‘record levels’
The Guardian: Energy
JANUARY 9, 2025
Rystad Energy releases data days after Ukraine stopped flows of Russian gas through its pipelines Europe bought a record amount of liquefied natural gas from Russia last year, data shows, despite EU efforts to ditch the fossil fuels funding Putins war chest. Ships carrying 17.8m Ships carrying 17.8m Continue reading.
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Why Natural Gas Prices Are Surging
R-Squared Energy
MARCH 6, 2025
Natural gas prices recently soared to their highest levels in two years, driven by a combination of extreme weather, supply constraints, record liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, and global demand pressures. This surge has significant implications for consumers, industries, and energy markets worldwide.
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What the Frack Is Happening With Natural Gas Prices?
GreenTechMedia
OCTOBER 27, 2021
At the beginning of the pandemic, energy prices crashed. But far more acute is what’s happening with natural gas, particularly in Europe and Asia. In the US, natural gas prices have doubled in the last year. And will countries double down on renewables, gas, or both to shore up their resiliency?
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Natural Gas And Wind Freeze Up When The Going Gets Tough
Jim Conca
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Texas’ energy mix of mostly gas and wind did not do well with this week’s extreme cold snap. Gas used for heating increased dramatically, removing much of it from generating electricity, some pipelines froze up and couldn’t deliver, and there just isn’t enough pipeline capacity to begin with.
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Manure to Hydrogen? These Companies Are Turning Waste Into Energy Gold
Hydrogen Fuel News
MARCH 15, 2025
Redefining Waste: Converting Cow Manure into Hydrogen Modern advancements in renewable energy are showing us how waste can be a resource. One innovative area of focus is turning cow manure into hydrogen fuel, an approach that combines waste management with clean energy production.
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Hydrogen in Your Home? A Sneak Peek at the Residential Energy Technology
Hydrogen Fuel News
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Scotlands First Hydrogen Homes Open, Leading the Transition to Clean Energy The unveiling of Scotland’s first hydrogen homes marks a crucial step forward in the nation’s ambition to achieve net-zero emissions. Europes Hydrogen Residential Energy Technology Paving the Way Scotlands hydrogen pilot isnt the only one making headlines.
You say old coal plant, I say new green hydrogen facility
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
At the same time, advances in natural gas production such as fracking (controversial in their own right) have made natural gas-fired power a better economic choice than coal-generated power. Like natural gas, that hydrogen contains heat that can be released with combustion to drive a generator. I disagree.
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California just took a huge step towards building electrification
GreenBiz
AUGUST 13, 2021
The new code passed by the California Energy Commission will include electric heat pumps as a baseline technology for new construction starting in 2023, taking a towards removing natural gas from buildings and requiring all new builds to be electric-ready.
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Could trash-to-energy technology feed hydrogen demand?
GreenBiz
JULY 15, 2020
Could trash-to-energy technology feed hydrogen demand? Green hydrogen — made by splitting water’s hydrogen and oxygen using electricity produced by renewable sources — is a small fish in the "energies pond." Hydrogen from waste is an even smaller fish than hydrogen from renewable energy. Arlene Karidis. Wed, 07/15/2020 - 01:00.
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Compressed natural gas vehicles gain slow momentum in Nigeria
TechXplore
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Car mechanic Adebola Omotosho has to drive eight kilometers across Nigeria's bustling commercial hub Lagos to fill his tank with compressed natural gas.
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Kentucky utilities request approval for 1.2GW natural gas and 400MW BESS
Energy Storage News
MARCH 4, 2025
Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities Company (KU) are proposing to build two 645MW natural gas stations and a 400MW battery energy storage system (BESS).
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US's largest public utility ignores warnings in moving forward with new natural gas plant
TechXplore
MAY 8, 2024
The nation's largest public utility is moving ahead with a plan for a new natural gas plant in Tennessee despite warnings that its environmental review of the project doesn't comply with federal law.
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Anaerobic digestion trade body calls for ban on Russian natural gas imports in open letter to the UK Prime Minister
Envirotec Magazine
MARCH 11, 2022
We also welcome your commitment to set out an energy strategy to address the UK’s long-term plans for greater energy security. As part of its response to the Ukraine crisis, the EU has already announced it will double its ambition for biomethane production to 354TWh by 2030 to end its reliance on natural gas imports.
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More Natural Gas-Fired Plants Planned to Support Ohio Data Centers
POWER Magazine
MARCH 25, 2025
An Ohio town known as a hub for the burgeoning data center industry may soon have one or more new natural gas-fired power plants to support the area's need for energy. The post More Natural Gas-Fired Plants Planned to Support Ohio Data Centers appeared first on POWER Magazine.
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Could green hydrogen be key to a carbon-free economy?
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
And what energy product will be used both to power this city and sell to the world? The Saudis aren’t alone in believing it’s the next big thing in the energy future. It is very promising," said Rachel Fakhry, an energy analyst for the Natural Resources Defense Council. Green hydrogen can do that.".
Clean energy technologies save households serious money, but the barrier to entry increased in 2024: report
Clean Energy Canada
OCTOBER 16, 2024
VANCOUVER — With the cost of living top of mind for Canadians, a new Clean Energy Canada report finds that making a few clean energy changes to your household can save hundreds of dollars a month for families. 4 instead of a gas-powered Honda CR-V would save a driver around $3,000 a year over the lifetime of the car.
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How a clean energy transition supports Ukraine
GreenBiz
MARCH 3, 2022
The outbreak of the Ukraine war lays bare the structural flaws with EU's strategy to use natural gas as a bridge fuel. Plans to increase support for green hydrogen and streamline renewable permitting are a good start.
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Biden Administration Advances Hydrogen Tax Credits in Clean Energy Push
Hydrogen Fuel News
JANUARY 3, 2025
Hydrogen Tax Credits Backing Nuclear Power The Biden administration has unveiled new regulations that clarify tax credit eligibility for hydrogen production, aiming to bolster clean energy innovation and retain the economic viability of nuclear power plants. ’s competitive edge in global hydrogen markets.
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Improving steel pipelines for safe transport of hydrogen: Synchrotron light captures 3D images of cracks formed inside
TechXplore
MARCH 28, 2025
Hydrogen is increasingly gaining attention as a promising energy source for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Using hydrogen to meet the energy demands for large-scale applications such as utility infrastructure will require transporting large volumes via existing pipelines designed for natural gas.
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Startup aims to use rails, not power lines, to transport renewable energy: Colorado may host pilot project
TechXplore
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Freight trains criss-crossing the country carry cars of coal and tanks of oil and natural gas to power plants to help keep the nation's electric grid going. Could freight trains haul electrons generated by renewable energy sources for the same purpose?
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Government ‘excited’ by the potential of green gas to support its clean energy transition mission
Envirotec Magazine
DECEMBER 16, 2024
It will be increasingly important for us that this industry is a whole part of the energy mix as we phase out natural gas. This is the only way to deliver energy, economic and climate security. This is the only way to deliver energy, economic and climate security.
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Why Major Players Like NASA and Shell Partner with Bloom Energy
Hydrogen Fuel News
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Transforming Energy Generation with Resilient Microgrid Tech Bloom Energy has emerged as a leader in clean energy solutions, offering technologies designed to meet the rising global demand for reliable and sustainable power. This method eliminates the energy losses associated with traditional combustion-based systems.
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Clean energy and markets are the solution (not scapegoat) for California’s blackouts
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
Clean energy and markets are the solution (not scapegoat) for California’s blackouts. While the immediate cause is still being investigated, we do know that California’s grid was experiencing multiple, coincident stressors — high demand, generators not performing when called upon and energy imports not showing up. Bryn Baker.
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Energy Market Outlook: What to Expect in 2022 and Beyond
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
The energy landscape is changing quickly, and it affects every organization and every sector in countless ways. From energy prices to grid reliability to emissions, organizations must understand the major national and regional energy trends to successfully plan for the years ahead.
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Prioritizing nuclear power and natural gas over renewable energy is a risky move for Ontario's energy future
TechXplore
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
The demand for electricity is growing rapidly as the world transitions from fossil fuels to low carbon-emitting forms of energy. However, making this transition will be difficult.
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Spanish Group Injecting Hydrogen Into Natural Gas Network
POWER Magazine
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
A Spanish infrastructure company said it has achieved a “historic milestone” for Spain’s energy industry.
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Why the District of Columbia is a leader in energy efficiency
GreenBiz
AUGUST 19, 2020
Why the District of Columbia is a leader in energy efficiency. One of my favorite sessions from VERGE 2019 was a presentation by Amory Lovins on the expanding energy efficiency cornucopia. In various international climate plans, energy efficiency is increasingly prominent. and represent over a third of greenhouse gas emissions.
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Clean electricity regulations will keep energy affordable and our economy competitive
Clean Energy Canada
DECEMBER 17, 2024
And as we look to the future, our research in Alberta and Ontario shows that wind and solar are able to produce more affordable power than natural gas generationa fact that holds true in much of the world. We congratulate the federal government for getting them over the line. have the cleanest grids and the lowest rates.
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What is a virtual power plant? An energy expert explains
TechXplore
OCTOBER 17, 2023
But traditional power plants that generate electricity from coal, natural gas or nuclear energy are retiring faster than new ones are being built in this country. After nearly two decades of stagnation, U.S. Most new supply is coming from wind and solar farms, whose output varies with the weather.
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Europe’s Blue Hydrogen Plans Risk Generating Annual Emissions on par With Denmark
DeSmogBlog
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Billed by the fossil fuel industry as a climate solution, dozens of planned blue hydrogen projects in Europe could consume more natural gas each year than France, and produce emissions on a par with Denmark, a DeSmog analysis has found. Details of the methodology used can be found at the end of this story]. Credit: Sabrina Bedford.
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5 questions investors should ask about LNG projects
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Energy companies, with the backing of the U.S. government, are proposing to increase North American natural gas production and invest in the infrastructure to export liquified natural gas. Is this the right course?
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2020: Fossil fuels are dead, long live the sun
GreenBiz
AUGUST 13, 2020
We’ve spent decades promoting clean energy technologies. The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis reported that "the world’s largest publicly traded oil and gas companies shelled out a total of $71.2 Fracking equipment sits idly in fields, and utilities shutter coal and natural gas power plants indefinitely.
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Inside Singapore’s $735M Hydrogen Project Backed by Billionaire Anthoni Salim
Hydrogen Fuel News
JANUARY 6, 2025
$735M Hydrogen-Ready Power Plant on Jurong Island Marks a Clean Energy Breakthrough PacificLight Power, a key player in Singapore’s energy sector, has taken major strides toward clean energy with its $735 million hydrogen-ready power plant project.
Green hydrogen could reach economic viability through the co-production of valuable chemicals
TechXplore
OCTOBER 5, 2023
It already works: there are several approaches to using solar energy to split water and produce hydrogen. Unfortunately, this "green" hydrogen has so far been more expensive than "gray" hydrogen from natural gas.
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Bill Gates Backs Game-Changing Hydrogen Tech to Combat Carbon Footprints
Hydrogen Fuel News
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Modern Hydrogen Secures $25 Million to Propel Clean Energy Efforts Woodinville-based cleantech startup Modern Hydrogen has raised $25 million in its latest funding round, further advancing its mission to revolutionize hydrogen production and reduce carbon emissions.
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Reducing carbon emissions from residential heating: A pathway forward
TechXplore
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Moreover, in extremely cold locations, burning natural gas to heat houses can make up a substantial share of the emissions portfolio. energy system. While carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the U.S. Therefore, steps to electrify buildings in general, and residential heating in particular, are essential for decarbonizing the U.S.
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Electrification gets down to the wire
GreenBiz
APRIL 20, 2021
The push to quickly transition carbon-intensive activities away from fossil fuels while meeting the world’s growing energy needs has put electricity producers and consumers squarely in the forefront of the emerging clean economy. China alone is planning more than 20,000 miles of new oil and gas pipelines.
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