Carlos Ortegains

The City of Bulawayo is grappling with severe waste management challenges, stemming from vehicle shortages, landfill hazards, and difficulties in enforcing by-laws. The council meeting held in November 2024 revealed numerous logistical and environmental concerns that urgently need to be addressed

The recent move by the White House to assert authority over the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and other independent regulatory agencies has sparked significant interest and debate. This step is based on an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which mandates these

Christopher Hailstone has extensive experience with energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. He is also an expert on utilities, providing valuable insights on grid reliability and security. Today, we discuss CBRE's recent partnership with EVPassport, the details of this

The integration of renewable energy sources and the rising popularity of electric vehicles are adding more strain to the main grid, making reliability a primary concern, especially in remote areas or regions prone to natural disasters. Recent extreme weather events have exposed significant

Efforts to reduce utility bills through energy efficiency vary significantly across U.S. states, with nearly half of them neglecting to implement basic measures intended to promote energy conservation. This situation has worsened in light of former President Donald Trump’s rollback of federal c

In Albuquerque, home internet options have long been dominated by CenturyLink DSL and Xfinity cable. For years, many residents, including the author, have struggled with slow speeds and high costs associated with these providers. However, the introduction of T-Mobile Home Internet has provided a

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently released a report stating that increased liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports from the United States would result in higher electricity and natural gas prices, along with heightened greenhouse gas emissions. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm led the

The global shift towards electrification has placed lithium at the forefront of technological advancements, particularly in electric vehicles (EVs), energy storage systems, and cutting-edge electronics. As a critical component in lithium-ion batteries, lithium carbonate has become indispensable in

The recent $840 million energy procurement deal between the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and Constellation NewEnergy marks a pivotal step in enhancing federal energy security. This ambitious contract aims to supply over 10 million MWh of electricity over a 10-year span to 80

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has set an ambitious goal to install 700 GWh of energy storage by 2030, a target that could significantly enhance the United States' energy security and adaptability in the face of rising energy consumption. This objective is a focal point of a