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Hitachi Report: Power Demand Directly Linked to Data Centers

Hitachi Report: Power Demand Directly Linked to Data Centers

The six-month analysis attributes the increasing energy load to data centers, especially in certain regions, while renewable energy and capacity…


EIA Energy Outlook: While Solar Soars, Fossil Fuels Flounder

EIA Energy Outlook: While Solar Soars, Fossil Fuels Flounder

A U.S. Energy Information Administration report estimates that 32.1 GW of solar generating capacity will come online in 2026.


Texas Trouble: Energy Needs Outpace Grid Improvements

Texas Trouble: Energy Needs Outpace Grid Improvements

Texas won’t have enough electricity to meet demand unless it adds more grid infrastructure and upgrades power plants, a University of Houston…


Data Center Surge Drives Short-Term Energy Demand

Data Center Surge Drives Short-Term Energy Demand

As data center expansion skyrockets, U.S. power needs will exceed previous forecasts.


Power Outage? No Problem at Airports With Microgrids

Power Outage? No Problem at Airports With Microgrids

Many airports are protecting against power outages by adding microgrids using solar and other energy sources.


What Are the ‘Hidden Costs’ of Renewable Energy?

What Are the ‘Hidden Costs’ of Renewable Energy?

A report on renewable energy in Texas suggests that solar and wind energy have higher costs than expected.


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.


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.


Can Hydrogen Replace Natural Gas in Power Plants?

Can Hydrogen Replace Natural Gas in Power Plants?

Research projects target stronger materials and hot gas path components for turbines using hydrogen-containing fuels. 


Can Depleted Fossil Fuel Reservoirs Be Revived for Hydrogen Storage?

Can Depleted Fossil Fuel Reservoirs Be Revived for Hydrogen Storage?

Subsurface hydrogen storage research explores the possibilities and potential consequences of tapping depleted oil and natural gas reserves for…


Unnatural Gas? Terraform’s Novel Approach Uses Electricity and Air

Unnatural Gas? Terraform’s Novel Approach Uses Electricity and Air

Start-up Terraform Industries has demonstrated the production of hydrocarbons without releasing carbon dioxide into the air.


tech insights Apr 30, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Geothermal Heat Pumps Smooth Grid Operations

Geothermal Heat Pumps Smooth Grid Operations

Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s technical analysis spotlights the practical grid impacts of geothermal heat pumps. Mass deployment can electrify…


TVA Gas Plant Proposal Clashes With Clean Energy Goals

TVA Gas Plant Proposal Clashes With Clean Energy Goals

The Tennessee Valley Authority’s proposed gas plant sparks controversy as it clashes with the Biden Administration’s clean energy objectives.


Book Review Electric PowertrainEnergy Systems Power Electronics and Drives for Hybrid Electric and Fuel Cell Vehiclesquot

Book Review Electric PowertrainEnergy Systems Power Electronics and Drives for Hybrid Electric and Fuel Cell Vehiclesquot

My over-arching comment, having thoroughly read this amazing book, is that I cannot improve on the authors' own assessment, but I will offer…