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Sneak Peek: A Look at PCIM Europe 2024

Sneak Peek: A Look at PCIM Europe 2024

More than 620 exhibiting companies will showcase their products and innovations at PCIM Europe in Nuremburg. Here's a quick look at some…


Cool Solar: Radiant Cooling Sends Heat Energy Into Space

Cool Solar: Radiant Cooling Sends Heat Energy Into Space

Researchers have found a way to provide a cooling surface while enhancing solar cell power output.


Wooden Wind Wonders: Turbine Blades Reduce Emissions

Wooden Wind Wonders: Turbine Blades Reduce Emissions

The laminated blades reduce carbon dioxide emissions and production costs, marking a significant step toward sustainable wind energy.


News May 29, 2024 by Jake Hertz
‘Brain’ Power: Smart Management of Smart Grid Renewables—Part 3

‘Brain’ Power: Smart Management of Smart Grid Renewables—Part 3

Artificial intelligence can address management challenges caused by integrating renewables into the grid.


Birds and Blades: Floating Radar Stops Offshore Wind Collisions

Birds and Blades: Floating Radar Stops Offshore Wind Collisions

Wind turbine size and movement have threatened bat and bird populations until now. Robin Radar has created floating radar systems to prevent…


News May 27, 2024 by Jake Hertz
A New Generation of SiC MOSFETs and .XT

A New Generation of SiC MOSFETs and .XT

Infineon's second-generation CoolSiC MOSFET devices target high-voltage industrial applications such as EV charging, industrial solar…


Out of This World: Space-Based Solar Not So Far-Fetched

Out of This World: Space-Based Solar Not So Far-Fetched

Collecting solar power from a giant satellite in space and transmitting the energy back to Earth is not as sci-fi as it sounds. 


Methane Methods: Converting Harmful Gas to Renewable Energy

Methane Methods: Converting Harmful Gas to Renewable Energy

Companies are innovating ways to capture harmful methane from hydropower, sewers, and landfills and use it as renewable energy.


News May 23, 2024 by Emily Newton
Polarizing: Can Magnet-Free Turbines Produce Wind?

Polarizing: Can Magnet-Free Turbines Produce Wind?

A wind developer believes its technology can loosen China's tight grip on rare earth magnets.


Sea to Shore: Artificial Energy Island Connects Wind To Grid

Sea to Shore: Artificial Energy Island Connects Wind To Grid

Princess Elisabeth Island will serve as an international electricity exchange grid built on the North Sea seabed. 


tech insights May 20, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Improving Microgrid Resilience With New Sensitivity Analysis Method

Improving Microgrid Resilience With New Sensitivity Analysis Method

Scientists have created a model for measuring how quickly a microgrid can recover after a disturbance.


Blockchain Could Make Smart Grids Even Smarter

Blockchain Could Make Smart Grids Even Smarter

In a decentralized smart grid, blockchain technology can facilitate operations, strengthen security, and aid sustainability. 


Tesla Megapack Planned for Mega-Storage System

Tesla Megapack Planned for Mega-Storage System

With 1.3 GWh capacity, the Megapack battery storage system will become Australia’s largest.


News May 17, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Renewable Integration Issues: Can Virtual Synchronous Generators Help?

Renewable Integration Issues: Can Virtual Synchronous Generators Help?

Renewable energy requires both AC and DC interconnections. Researchers are investigating how virtual synchronous generators can resolve reliability…


Wind for Solar: Device Cleans Solar Panels Autonomously

Wind for Solar: Device Cleans Solar Panels Autonomously

Korean scientists pioneer an innovative technique leveraging wind power to enhance solar energy efficiency. 


tech insights May 16, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Drilling for Geothermal: DOD Expands Next-Gen Tech

Drilling for Geothermal: DOD Expands Next-Gen Tech

The Department of Defense will partner with private companies to develop advanced geothermal systems near military installations, advancing…


News May 15, 2024 by John Nieman
Better Than Tesla? This Grid-Scale Storage System Lasts Longer

Better Than Tesla? This Grid-Scale Storage System Lasts Longer

The CATL system remained intact for years without degrading and surpassed Tesla’s Megapack in capacity and energy density. 


News May 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Found in Space: Ametek’s Solar Power Simulator Mimics Solar Panel Behavior

Found in Space: Ametek’s Solar Power Simulator Mimics Solar Panel Behavior

The Elgar Advanced Solar Power Simulator offers precise and rapid solar power simulation to accurately mimic real-time solar panel behavior for…


new products May 11, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Going for Green: Can Offshore Wind Produce Hydrogen?

Going for Green: Can Offshore Wind Produce Hydrogen?

A university research team will explore the feasibility of wind-powered hydrogen production in New York’s waters.


News May 10, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Quantum Leap: Safeguarding the Grid With Quantum Computing

Quantum Leap: Safeguarding the Grid With Quantum Computing

Oak Ridge National Laboratory and partners are testing methods to use quantum computing to safeguard the power grid from cyberattacks.


tech insights May 10, 2024 by Jake Hertz