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Unlocking the Secrets of Turbulence To Mitigate Its Impact on Turbines

Unlocking the Secrets of Turbulence To Mitigate Its Impact on Turbines

A research team took an analytic approach to learn more about turbulence and its impact on wind turbines. 


tech insights Oct 13, 2023 by Jake Hertz
A Deep Dive Into NERC’s Revised Rules for Inverter-Based Resources

A Deep Dive Into NERC’s Revised Rules for Inverter-Based Resources

This article explores the far-reaching implications of these changes on generation, transmission, and distribution systems, as well as the…


tech insights Oct 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Floating Offshore Wind Farms Show Growing Potential

Floating Offshore Wind Farms Show Growing Potential

A new study thoroughly examining floating offshore wind turbine design benefits and drawbacks will help engineers looking to improve offshore wind…


Engineers, Social Scientists Can Bridge the Renewable Energy Technology Gap

Engineers, Social Scientists Can Bridge the Renewable Energy Technology Gap

For renewable energy technologies to take off, engineers and social scientists must work together to bridge the gap between technology and society,…


How Are Renewables Faring in the US Generation Mix So Far in 2023?

How Are Renewables Faring in the US Generation Mix So Far in 2023?

While electrical generation from renewables remained relatively flat in the first half of 2023, utility-scale solar thermal and photovoltaic (PV)…


NREL Builds Detailed Database for Wind, Solar Materials

NREL Builds Detailed Database for Wind, Solar Materials

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory unveiled a database of essential materials used in wind and solar technologies, including rare earth…


California’s Progress Toward Power Grid Resilience and Carbon Neutrality

California’s Progress Toward Power Grid Resilience and Carbon Neutrality

California has made significant clean energy gains and strives to reach 100 percent clean electricity by 2045, a goal outlined by Senate Bill 100. 


Offshore Floating Wind Farms Provide Lifelong Environmental Benefits

Offshore Floating Wind Farms Provide Lifelong Environmental Benefits

An Italian study dug into the environmental advantages of floating wind farms throughout their life cycles. Here are the eye-opening takeaways,…


tech insights Aug 07, 2023 by Zac Amos
Mitigating Supply Concerns: A Circular Economy for Rare-Earth Elements

Mitigating Supply Concerns: A Circular Economy for Rare-Earth Elements

Introducing a circular economy for rare-earth elements that can eliminate environmental impact and mitigate supply concerns.


Swiss Startup Turns Retired Wind Turbines Into Solar Panel Support Beams

Swiss Startup Turns Retired Wind Turbines Into Solar Panel Support Beams

In an age of finding creative ways to recycle end-of-life products, a Swiss startup is using retired wind turbine blades as solar panel support beams.


EIA: US Renewable Energy Consumption Rose Slightly in 2022

EIA: US Renewable Energy Consumption Rose Slightly in 2022

How did renewable energy fare in last year’s energy consumption data? A new report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration reveals the…


As Wind Turbines Get Bigger, Industry Trouble Blows In

As Wind Turbines Get Bigger, Industry Trouble Blows In

The industry is having its ups and downs—and it’s bad news for a world counting on wind power to combat climate change.


Cluster-Type Wind Turbines: A New Approach to Renewable Energy

Cluster-Type Wind Turbines: A New Approach to Renewable Energy

A Japanese university and startup are developing an array of small wind turbines to replace the huge traditional turbines now in use. 


UK Must Overcome Shortfall to Meet Offshore Wind Goals

UK Must Overcome Shortfall to Meet Offshore Wind Goals

An ABB analysis places a number on the shortfall of offshore wind projects needed to meet the U.K.’s 2030 target: Reaching 50 GW in seven years…


Coastal Phenomenon Could Disrupt or Enhance Offshore Wind

Coastal Phenomenon Could Disrupt or Enhance Offshore Wind

A vastly complex computer simulation helps researchers develop strategies for dealing with wind events that could damage offshore wind turbines.


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. 


Mobile Computing Technology to Support Renewables Demand

Mobile Computing Technology to Support Renewables Demand

As renewable energy investment and infrastructure grow, the energy sector must use connected, adaptable, and rugged technology to build and service…


tech insights Mar 16, 2023 by Chad Hall
Increasing Transmission and Distribution Efficiency for Decarbonization

Increasing Transmission and Distribution Efficiency for Decarbonization

A study from Carnegie Mellon considers the effects of increasing efficiency in electricity delivery to ease the renewable energy transition.


2023 EIA Solar and Battery Storage Outlook 

2023 EIA Solar and Battery Storage Outlook 

Solar and battery storage projects will add new utility-scale generating capacity to the power grid this year. It’s the amount that will astonish…


Will Renewable Power Generation Outpace Coal and Natural Gas?

Will Renewable Power Generation Outpace Coal and Natural Gas?

Data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration is bright regarding solar and wind, but will clean energy surpass coal and natural gas?