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.
Can Sound Waves Revolutionize Fuel Cell Recycling?
Utilities Can Sound Waves Revolutionize Fuel Cell Recycling?

In an era where sustainable practices are more crucial than ever, the recycling of fuel cells presents a compelling opportunity to address both environmental concerns and technological challenges. Fuel cells hold immense promise as vital components in hydrogen-powered systems, yet the recycling

Are Waste Industry Acquisitions Changing Wisconsin?
Utilities Are Waste Industry Acquisitions Changing Wisconsin?

Republic Services has acquired Town & Country Sanitation and Peterson Sanitation, two private waste hauling companies in Wisconsin, effective May 1. These firms, owned by Doug Enke, offer waste and recycling services in Southwest and South Central Wisconsin and Northeast Iowa, serving about 100

Transforming Biofuel Land to Solar Farms: Energy and Food Impact
Renewable Energy Transforming Biofuel Land to Solar Farms: Energy and Food Impact

Amidst the world's ongoing transition to clean energy, an intriguing debate emerges as societies grapple with the critical challenge of finding land for utility-scale solar and wind farms. These renewable energy sources, though environmentally beneficial, necessitate ten times more land compared to

Is NSW Transforming Its Power Grid for Renewables?
Utilities Is NSW Transforming Its Power Grid for Renewables?

In a bold move toward renewable energy, New South Wales (NSW) is advancing with a formidable initiative to fortify its power infrastructure. The state government has devised a comprehensive strategy aimed at upgrading the transmission network, aiming to bolster the Central-West Orana Renewable

Streamlining U.S. Energy Grid: Urgent Policy Reforms Needed
Infrastructure & Technology Streamlining U.S. Energy Grid: Urgent Policy Reforms Needed

Context of the Energy Grid Reform Movement The United States energy grid stands at a critical juncture, necessitating prompt and effective policy reforms to combat aging infrastructure and outdated regulations. This frame of reference underscores the pressing need to evolve the grid to meet

Republic Services Boosts Sustainability with Electric Fleet Expansion
Utilities Republic Services Boosts Sustainability with Electric Fleet Expansion

In the face of ongoing uncertainties regarding tariffs and federal clean energy tax credits, Republic Services has shown an impressive start in boosting its sustainability efforts this year. As a leading waste management and recycling company, Republic has demonstrated resilience and adaptability

Can China's Telecom Giants Threaten US National Security?
Utilities Can China's Telecom Giants Threaten US National Security?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the telecommunications industry, significant scrutiny surrounds China's leading telecom companies—China Telecom, China Unicom, and China Mobile—especially concerning their presence and operations in the United States. These entities find themselves under a

Revolutionizing PEX Recycling with Omega Extrusion Technology
Utilities Revolutionizing PEX Recycling with Omega Extrusion Technology

In today's interview, we gain insights from Christopher Hailstone, a distinguished expert in energy management and renewable energy, who is offering his perspectives on groundbreaking advancements in the world of recycling technology. Christopher's expertise in electricity delivery and grid

Can Durango Achieve Water Security With New Treatment Plants?
Utilities Can Durango Achieve Water Security With New Treatment Plants?

Imagine a city where every turn of the tap brings uncertainty—where clean water is not a guarantee, but a luxury. For Durango, these water woes are an everyday reality. Faced with contamination and scarcity, is the construction of new water treatment plants the game-changer this city needs? Nut

Lagos Urged to Tackle Waste to Prevent Flooding Crisis
Utilities Lagos Urged to Tackle Waste to Prevent Flooding Crisis

The rising threat of flooding in Lagos has provoked urgent calls for enhanced waste management practices to mitigate pervasive environmental challenges. Sulaimon Arigbabu, an environmental activist and executive secretary of the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre), has

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