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Smart Buildings Could Reinvent the Power Grid

Smart Buildings Could Reinvent the Power Grid

Managed efficiently using advanced data-driven platforms, smart buildings could participate in the energy ecosystem and make the grid more…


tech insights Mar 20, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Fossil Fuels Down: Signs of an Evolving Power Grid

Fossil Fuels Down: Signs of an Evolving Power Grid

Renewable sources and natural gas led the growth in power generation and infrastructure in 2024.


Maximizing Grid Management With Quantum Optimization

Maximizing Grid Management With Quantum Optimization

Researchers found quantum particle swarm optimization could manage grids with renewable energy, microgrids, and extreme temperatures.


The World Considers a Nuclear-Powered Future

The World Considers a Nuclear-Powered Future

Nuclear power plants are making a comeback. Can they surpass renewables as the fastest-growing energy source?


Achieving Grid Resilience With Building-Level Renewable Generation

Achieving Grid Resilience With Building-Level Renewable Generation

Commercial buildings with on-site microgrids help relieve grid congestion and aid in load balancing.


Sun and Nuclear Queens: 4 Women Who Pioneered Energy Solutions

Sun and Nuclear Queens: 4 Women Who Pioneered Energy Solutions

During Women’s History Month, EEPower highlights Lise Meitner, Chien-Shiung Wu, Leona Woods, and Maria Telkes for their significant contributions…


Are Solar Farms on Federal Waters Feasible?

Are Solar Farms on Federal Waters Feasible?

A National Renewable Energy Laboratory study suggests placing floating solar panels on federal waters could generate enough electricity for millions.


Microgrids, Macrotrends: Local Generation Feeds the Grid

Microgrids, Macrotrends: Local Generation Feeds the Grid

Microgrids can benefit users and aid the power grid when optimized by AI and management software.


News Feb 24, 2025 by Karen Hanson
Danfoss, Emerson, Phoenix Contact and More Unite for Clean Energy

Danfoss, Emerson, Phoenix Contact and More Unite for Clean Energy

A six-company alliance combines expertise to scale up U.K. renewable energy development.


News Feb 21, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell
Using Solar Energy, Researchers Grow Copper Nano Flowers for Clean Fuel

Using Solar Energy, Researchers Grow Copper Nano Flowers for Clean Fuel

The method produces clean chemicals and fuels made from carbon dioxide, water, and glycerol without any additional carbon emissions.


tech insights Feb 21, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Business Shorts: Helion, Tesla/Lucid and Stargate Make Moves

Business Shorts: Helion, Tesla/Lucid and Stargate Make Moves

Energy and electric vehicle companies are pushing ahead with fusion, data center AI, and charging capabilities.


News Feb 14, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell
Solar in Space: Organic PV Cells Hold Up

Solar in Space: Organic PV Cells Hold Up

The carbon-based solar cells are less susceptible to damaging radiation in space.


4 Wind Tech Trends to Watch in 2025

4 Wind Tech Trends to Watch in 2025

Wind advances in 2025 will include capacity increases, noise reduction, and turbine recycling.


SiC Wafer & Epitaxy Advances Enable Affordable Power Semiconductors

SiC Wafer & Epitaxy Advances Enable Affordable Power Semiconductors

Improvements in SiC wafering and epitaxy manufacturing challenges are delivering affordable, high-efficiency power semiconductors.


Hovering Solar Balloon Provides Power in a Pinch

Hovering Solar Balloon Provides Power in a Pinch

A balloon equipped with solar cells could generate quick, portable power.


Debunking 3 Myths About Aluminum Nitride in Electronics

Debunking 3 Myths About Aluminum Nitride in Electronics

Aluminum nitride is an attractive alternative for next-gen power electronics, such as electric vehicles and renewable energy systems, but myths…


Good News and Bad for Energy Engineers in 2025

Good News and Bad for Energy Engineers in 2025

The energy landscape is changing in 2025. Here’s what you need to know.


3 Types of Photovoltaic Systems

3 Types of Photovoltaic Systems

This article highlights the applications, features, and functionality of three types of PV systems: day-use-only, DC with storage, and DC powering…


Wind, Solar, Storage Heat Up in 2025

Wind, Solar, Storage Heat Up in 2025

This year, massive solar farms, offshore wind turbines, and grid-scale energy storage systems will join the power grid.


Can Google Power Its Data Centers With Renewable Energy?

Can Google Power Its Data Centers With Renewable Energy?

Google’s energy consumption and carbon footprint grow with every data center it opens. Is renewable energy the solution?


News Jan 14, 2025 by Karen Hanson