General Motors has made a strategic decision to sell its stake in the Ultium Cells electric vehicle (EV) battery cell plant located in Lansing, Michigan. The facility, which spans an impressive 2.8 million square feet, is nearing completion. This sale, however, signals more than just a change in
The renewable energy landscape continues to evolve with innovative projects like Clearway Energy Group's latest solar-plus-storage initiative. With a strategic focus on integrating solar power and battery storage, this project not only underscores renewable energy gains but also addresses grid
In a move to meet the escalating demand for AI technologies while focusing on sustainability, Schneider Electric has unveiled innovative data center solutions aimed at improving energy efficiency and environmental performance. Partnering with NVIDIA, the company introduced a liquid-cooled,
In a landmark legal dispute garnering significant attention, the U.S. Supreme Court is currently evaluating the extent of environmental reviews mandated by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) in the case Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County. The focal point of this case is
The transition to renewable energy is a critical step in combating climate change and meeting the Paris Agreement targets. However, the intermittency of renewable sources like wind and solar power poses significant challenges. Wärtsilä’s "Crossroads to Net Zero" report explores the pot
The Biden administration has announced a significant increase in Section 301 tariffs on specific solar energy components imported from China, including wafers, polysilicon, and certain tungsten products. Starting January 1, solar wafers and polysilicon, which are essential for the development of
The U.S. Treasury Department has ushered in a new era for clean energy investment by finalizing updated rules for the Section 48 Investment Tax Credit (ITC). These rules address a myriad of stakeholder concerns which have long impacted diverse sectors, including offshore wind, geothermal heat
The increasing necessity for sophisticated energy management systems (EMS) in managing large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) that exceed 1 gigawatt-hour (GWh) in capacity is becoming more apparent. These systems are not only vital for the integration of renewable energy sources but also
The U.S. electricity demand is set to experience a significant surge over the next five years, with an anticipated increase of 128 GW. This forecast, provided by Grid Strategies, marks a five-fold rise in load growth predictions compared to the past two years. The primary drivers behind this surge
PJM Interconnection has put forward the RRI plan to fast-track interconnection processes for up to 50 shovel-ready generating projects by January. The aim of this initiative is to address potential grid reliability issues. However, many stakeholders, including renewable energy developers, argue
