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Can CSP Scale to Meet Solar Demand?

Can CSP Scale to Meet Solar Demand?

Concentrating solar-thermal power technologies are a reliable alternative to conventional solar systems, but can they overcome barriers to wider…


News Apr 26, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
From City Bus to Desk Size: Steam Turbines Shrink To Meet Power Production Challenges

From City Bus to Desk Size: Steam Turbines Shrink To Meet Power Production Challenges

Smaller steam turbines have been engineered to match the output of their traditionally large counterparts while using minimal space—thanks to an…


tech insights Apr 24, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Green Hydrogen-Powered Crypto Mining: A Catalyst for Renewable Energy?

Green Hydrogen-Powered Crypto Mining: A Catalyst for Renewable Energy?

Researchers have identified a potential solution to the environmental concerns surrounding cryptocurrency mining, which has been criticized for its…


Walmart Powers Up With Over 1GW of Solar

Walmart Powers Up With Over 1GW of Solar

The retail giant is making a major commitment to renewable energy, backing the development of over 1 GW of solar projects through distributed,…


News Apr 23, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Design Guidance for Critical Hydro Systems

Design Guidance for Critical Hydro Systems

Pumped storage hydropower systems can offset renewable energy fluctuations and protect grid stability. A Department of Energy study explores how to…


Measuring Effects of Solar Fluctuations on PV Output

Measuring Effects of Solar Fluctuations on PV Output

Researchers have devised a method to measure solar irradiance fluctuations between disparate geographic locations using data from a desert and the…


Channeling Hydropower: How Waterways Can Support the Grid

Channeling Hydropower: How Waterways Can Support the Grid

From repurposing waterways to advancing projects with higher-performing technologies, the U.S. can invest in hydropower for reliable electricity…


Storing Renewable Energy with CO2 Balloon Technology

Storing Renewable Energy with CO2 Balloon Technology

A Milan-based startup has introduced a novel approach to storing renewable energy utilizing CO2 stored within a balloon to address renewable energy…


News Apr 11, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Controlling Frequency Dips and Forced Oscillations in Wind Turbines

Controlling Frequency Dips and Forced Oscillations in Wind Turbines

Two new methods could minimize frequency dips and forced oscillations in power systems with a high concentration of wind turbines. 


Schneider Electric, Mainspring Team Up on Fuel-Flexible Microgrid

Schneider Electric, Mainspring Team Up on Fuel-Flexible Microgrid

Schneider Electric is partnering with Mainspring to develop a hybrid-fuel microgrid solution based on Mainspring’s linear generator technology…


News Apr 08, 2024 by Mike Falter
Can Aqueous Iron Flow Batteries Aid Renewable Energy Storage?

Can Aqueous Iron Flow Batteries Aid Renewable Energy Storage?

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory has developed a safe and inexpensive battery for energy storage using Earth-abundant materials. 


Google Plans Solar, Wind, Battery To Power Expanded Data Center

Google Plans Solar, Wind, Battery To Power Expanded Data Center

Google’s data center in Mesa, Arizona, will be powered by more than 400 MW of renewable energy across three plants.


News Apr 08, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Improving Battery Energy Storage With Rugged Connectors

Improving Battery Energy Storage With Rugged Connectors

Weidmuller is rounding out its portfolio of energy storage system products by releasing a series of rugged connectors designed for high-power…


new products Apr 06, 2024 by Mike Falter
Grid Stability: System Finds and Stops Wind Turbine Turbulence Effect

Grid Stability: System Finds and Stops Wind Turbine Turbulence Effect

Researchers have developed a control system to localize and isolate malfunctions from forced oscillations to protect grid stability and manage wind…


UK Tidal Power Project Set To Be World’s Largest

UK Tidal Power Project Set To Be World’s Largest

Liverpool is developing a riverside project that will harness abundant tidal flows to generate electricity for over a million people.


News Apr 01, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Optimal IGBT Performance in Diverse Applications

Optimal IGBT Performance in Diverse Applications

Selecting the appropriate discrete IGBT that aligns with the application-specific requirements is crucial to optimal performance.


Fuel-Cell-Inspired DAC System Captures More CO2 With Less Energy

Fuel-Cell-Inspired DAC System Captures More CO2 With Less Energy

Using 70% less energy, no heat, and no water, a fuel-cell-inspired direct air capture system from RepAir overcomes the common technical challenges…


Model Analyzes Droop-Controlled DC Microgrid Stability

Model Analyzes Droop-Controlled DC Microgrid Stability

Researchers attempt to understand the dynamic behavior of grid-connected and off-grid DC microgrids to enhance their overall reliability.


tech insights Mar 26, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Great River Energy Uses ‘Magic Balls’ To Improve Power Line Capacity

Great River Energy Uses ‘Magic Balls’ To Improve Power Line Capacity

A collaboration with Heimdall Power has significantly improved Great River Energy’s power line capacity.


News Mar 22, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Generative AI Powers Chatbot for Grid Data

Generative AI Powers Chatbot for Grid Data

Inspired by the popular generative AI model ChatGPT, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory developed a tool to retrieve power grid data and return…