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Construction Begins on Largest Renewable Energy Project in US

Construction Begins on Largest Renewable Energy Project in US

SunZia, the renewable energy project in New Mexico and Arizona, will cost $11 billion and add more than 2,000 jobs.


News Jan 10, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Used Wind Turbine Blades: Recycle, Reuse, or Redesign?

Used Wind Turbine Blades: Recycle, Reuse, or Redesign?

While wind power is the leading renewable energy generator in the United States, wind turbine disposal is wasteful and contributes to air and soil…


Gravity Energy Storage Systems: Transforming Defunct Mines Into Efficient Energy Producers

Gravity Energy Storage Systems: Transforming Defunct Mines Into Efficient Energy Producers

As the shift to renewable energy reduces fossil fuel mining, mine shafts will undergo costly decommissioning. But one company’s solution may turn…


News Jan 07, 2024 by John Nieman
The Challenges of Transitioning to Hydrogen Power Plants

The Challenges of Transitioning to Hydrogen Power Plants

Green hydrogen is promising as an emissions-free power solution within renewable frameworks. However, scientists from the Reiner Lemoine Institute…


Renewable Energy Innovation: What to Expect in 2024

Renewable Energy Innovation: What to Expect in 2024

A look forward to some of the power products, innovations, and technologies that will impact renewable energy generation, distribution, and storage…


Can Double-Draft Design Make Solar Updraft Towers Viable?

Can Double-Draft Design Make Solar Updraft Towers Viable?

Solar updraft technology has remained in the research and development phase due to high upfront construction costs and other drawbacks. A design…


Optimizing Wind Converter Designs

Optimizing Wind Converter Designs

This article describes the essential components to optimize wind converter performance.


Researchers Develop Integrated Pumped Hydro Reverse Osmosis System

Researchers Develop Integrated Pumped Hydro Reverse Osmosis System

A new reverse osmosis system could solve challenges surrounding energy consumption used for water desalination.


tech insights Dec 28, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Bees and Bamboo: Nature-Based Solutions for Wind Energy Problems

Bees and Bamboo: Nature-Based Solutions for Wind Energy Problems

Two research projects have paved the way toward more sustainable and efficient wind energy.


tech insights Dec 28, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Battery Energy Storage Systems Increase as Renewables Grow

Battery Energy Storage Systems Increase as Renewables Grow

As the use of renewable energy grows, grid systems are becoming increasingly dependent on battery storage.


Industry Insights: From Solar Innovation to MOSFETs and Mars

Industry Insights: From Solar Innovation to MOSFETs and Mars

Industry experts provide technical information on everything from electrical conduits and solar innovation to Mars exploration and MOSFETs.


ROHM Releases LTspice Models for High-Voltage Devices

ROHM Releases LTspice Models for High-Voltage Devices

By adding models for its silicon carbide and IGBT devices, ROHM has expanded its library of LTspice models to more than 3,500, expanding circuit…


new products Dec 21, 2023 by Mike Falter
Modeling Distributed Energy Systems Can Optimize Grid Development

Modeling Distributed Energy Systems Can Optimize Grid Development

A study from the University of Surrey introduces an innovative approach to improving grid-connected distributed energy systems by strategically…


FERC, ERCOT Aim To Accelerate Renewable-To-Grid Connection

FERC, ERCOT Aim To Accelerate Renewable-To-Grid Connection

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission reforms and a new Texas program could streamline the process of integrating renewable energy into the power grid.


tech insights Dec 20, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Renewable Energy Innovations Define 2023

Renewable Energy Innovations Define 2023

A look back at the power products, innovations, and technologies impacting renewable energy generation, distribution, and storage.


Timeless Tech Wisdom: Foundational Concepts to Advanced Calculations

Timeless Tech Wisdom: Foundational Concepts to Advanced Calculations

Whether it’s FET foundations or calculating transformer turns ratios, these are the EEPower technical articles engineers read time and again.


Power Engineering in the Spotlight at 2024 Trade Shows

Power Engineering in the Spotlight at 2024 Trade Shows

The 2024 trade show season is just around the corner. Here’s what to expect from CES, PowerGen, APEC, and Distributech.


News Dec 18, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Electrifying Santa’s Sleigh

Electrifying Santa’s Sleigh

Follow Chief Engineer Elf Quantum Watts’ journey transitioning from traditional reindeer propulsion to a world where Santa’s sleigh is powered…


News Dec 18, 2023 by Kevin Clemens
Intel Uses AI to Rethink Power Grid Infrastructure

Intel Uses AI to Rethink Power Grid Infrastructure

By moving away from a one-way power flow, Intel’s grid concept can help support the integration of renewables.


new products Dec 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Using Microgravity to Study Organic Solar Cell Efficiency

Using Microgravity to Study Organic Solar Cell Efficiency

Organic photovoltaic cells are promising alternatives to conventional solar cells but lack efficiency. Experiments in microgravity could help…


tech insights Dec 15, 2023 by Jake Hertz