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Cleantech Projects Get $8B Infusion From DOE

Cleantech Projects Get $8B Infusion From DOE

The U.S. Department of Energy is doling out federal cash for PV production, recycling, community solar projects, and electric heat pump…


News May 04, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Using Annual Energy Density to Determine Energy’s Environmental Impact

Using Annual Energy Density to Determine Energy’s Environmental Impact

A study introduces the concept of annual energy density to measure the environmental footprint of electric power generation.


US Partners With Geothermal-rich Japan on Renewables Research

US Partners With Geothermal-rich Japan on Renewables Research

Energy officials in the United States and Japan recently penned a commitment to work together on geothermal energy research and development…


ML-based Energy Modeling Could Optimize Sustainable Designs

ML-based Energy Modeling Could Optimize Sustainable Designs

A look at introducing machine learning techniques to help designers complete energy modeling and reduce the building sector's environmental…


US Commits $150B to Cleantech Manufacturing in 8 Months

US Commits $150B to Cleantech Manufacturing in 8 Months

A report from industry trade group American Clean Power shows an unprecedented number of clean energy facilities and expansions in the United…


News Apr 26, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Toyota Ups Its Corporate Solar Capacity

Toyota Ups Its Corporate Solar Capacity

Toyota will add 30 megawatts of solar capacity at its engine plant in Huntsville, Alabama—part of several renewable energy upgrades across its…


News Apr 24, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Breaking Down Advances in Wind Technology

Breaking Down Advances in Wind Technology

Renewable energy continues to grow as wind power gets bigger and moves offshore. 


Selecting and Sizing Solar System Components

Selecting and Sizing Solar System Components

This article explains how to design solar power systems with a focus on calculating energy requirements and sizing solar panels, batteries,…


Firms Seal Largest US Community Solar Deal 

Firms Seal Largest US Community Solar Deal 

Following its $2.5 billion manufacturing expansion in the U.S., Qcells has landed a deal to supply 1.2 gigawatts of solar panels for Summit Ridge…


News Apr 19, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Northeastern States Align for Clean Hydrogen Hub

Northeastern States Align for Clean Hydrogen Hub

Seven states have requested funding from the U.S. Department of Energy for research and development into the benefits of hydrogen.


News Apr 18, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Why the Rise in Australian Residential Energy Storage?

Why the Rise in Australian Residential Energy Storage?

A new report charts Australia’s rapid rise in residential battery storage adoption. 


Confronting Power Converter Performance Challenges

Confronting Power Converter Performance Challenges

This article discusses power converter performance challenges and how to mitigate them. 


Hydrogen Might Be the Best Hope for the Steel Industry

Hydrogen Might Be the Best Hope for the Steel Industry

To meet climate goals, carbon emissions from steel must drop 50 percent by 2050.


US Solar Panel Manufacturing Could Cut Emissions

US Solar Panel Manufacturing Could Cut Emissions

Research from Cornell suggests moving solar panel manufacturing back to the U.S. could help further cut carbon emissions. Reshoring and expanding…


National Labs Demo Remote Hybrid Power Plant

National Labs Demo Remote Hybrid Power Plant

Two National Labs have revealed their “SuperLab” research plant, a hybrid concept combining solar, battery, hydrogen electrolysis, and nuclear…


News Apr 12, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
PID Control for Solar Panel Temperature Regulation

PID Control for Solar Panel Temperature Regulation

Temperature regulation is key to maximizing the potential of solar panels and extending their lifespan. This article examines the innovative use of…


DOE Commits More Funding for Hydropower, Smart Manufacturing, Wind

DOE Commits More Funding for Hydropower, Smart Manufacturing, Wind

Here’s EE Power’s semi-regular briefing on the U.S. Department of Energy’s latest clean energy funding programs and other announcements.


News Apr 11, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
$750M Released to DOE for Clean Hydrogen Research and Development

$750M Released to DOE for Clean Hydrogen Research and Development

The U.S. Department of Energy will receive the first $750 million of the $1.5 billion allocated through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for clean…


News Apr 10, 2023 by Mike Falter
Swiss Startup Introduces Solar Tracks to Increase Renewable Energy Generation

Swiss Startup Introduces Solar Tracks to Increase Renewable Energy Generation

A Switzerland-based startup is looking to utilize the open space between railroad tracks to install removable solar panels. 


News Apr 05, 2023 by Claire Turvill
Geothermal Could Make Decarbonization More Affordable

Geothermal Could Make Decarbonization More Affordable

Research from the University of Canterbury has identified a sustainable and cost-effective solution to reduce carbon emissions and generate…