Carlos Ortegains

Carlos Ortegains

Utilities Innovation Specialist
Carlos Ortegains is a researcher in renewable energy resources and technologies. His content explores solar, wind, hydro, and other renewable energy sources, and explores energy storage and grid integration solutions. Carlos’ insights empower energy professionals and policymakers to harness the potential of renewable resources, driving the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems.
New Jersey Seeks to Cut High Energy Bills With Virtual Plants
Infrastructure & Technology New Jersey Seeks to Cut High Energy Bills With Virtual Plants

As New Jersey households grapple with the financial strain of unexpectedly high utility costs, state regulators are championing an innovative solution that looks not to massive new power stations but to the untapped potential already existing in homes and businesses. This forward-thinking strategy

Otters Signal Smelter's Environmental Success
Utilities Otters Signal Smelter's Environmental Success

The sight of wildlife flourishing alongside heavy industry has long been a rare occurrence, but the Yeongpung Seokpo Smelter is rewriting that narrative by demonstrating a profound environmental transformation. In a striking validation of its new operational philosophy, otters—a species notoriously

Minnesota Energy Ruling Could Reshape the U.S. Grid
Energy Management Minnesota Energy Ruling Could Reshape the U.S. Grid

A Local Decision with National Ripple Effects A pivotal decision unfolding within the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission could fundamentally set a national precedent for the future architecture of the American power grid. At its core, the ruling will determine whether the next wave of

Gas Industry Takes Furnace Rule Fight to Supreme Court
Environmental & Regulations Gas Industry Takes Furnace Rule Fight to Supreme Court

Introduction The seemingly mundane decision of which furnace to install in a home has unexpectedly escalated into a high-stakes legal battle that now stands before the nation's highest court, pitting the natural gas industry against federal energy regulators in a fundamental dispute over

Will a Push for Precision Stall Clean Energy Growth?
Renewable Energy Will a Push for Precision Stall Clean Energy Growth?

The Crossroads of Climate Accounting and Market Momentum A well-intentioned effort to refine the rules of corporate climate accounting may be on a collision course with the very market it aims to support. The Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol, the world’s most widely used standard for measuring

CMS Energy to Invest $17B to Meet Surging Power Demand
Energy Management CMS Energy to Invest $17B to Meet Surging Power Demand

In a decisive move to address an unprecedented surge in electricity demand, CMS Energy, the parent company of Consumers Energy, has unveiled an ambitious and extensive capital investment strategy that will inject over $17 billion into its operations over the next five years. This landmark financial

Warming Lake Mead Puts Hoover Dam and Water Supply at Risk
Renewable Energy Warming Lake Mead Puts Hoover Dam and Water Supply at Risk

Beneath the iconic, sun-bleached bathtub rings of Lake Mead lies a less visible but far more insidious threat than falling water levels alone: the steady, relentless rise of the water’s temperature. The vast reservoir, a cornerstone of life in the American Southwest, is heating up, creating a

How Do You Map a Hidden Underground River?
Utilities How Do You Map a Hidden Underground River?

Deep beneath the majestic vistas of the Grand Canyon, a hidden and vital resource flows through a complex labyrinth of stone, providing the sole source of drinking water for over six million annual visitors and park staff. For decades, the intricate network of caves that transports this water from

Morocco Launches Major Green Hydrogen Projects
Renewable Energy Morocco Launches Major Green Hydrogen Projects

In a landmark move that solidifies its position on the global renewable energy stage, Morocco has officially initiated the first phase of its ambitious green hydrogen strategy by finalizing preliminary land reservation contracts for several large-scale development projects. This decisive,

Stadium Wireless Infrastructure – Review
Utilities Stadium Wireless Infrastructure – Review

The expectation of flawlessly streaming a high-definition video while surrounded by seventy thousand other people has become the new benchmark for modern live event experiences. The technology powering stadium wireless infrastructure represents a significant advancement in the telecommunications

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