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 U.S. Solar Growth Survive Looming Tax Credit Cuts?
Renewable Energy Can U.S. Solar Growth Survive Looming Tax Credit Cuts?

The U.S. solar industry recently experienced unprecedented growth, with the first quarter of this year witnessing an unprecedented expansion in solar manufacturing capacity. A doubling in solar cell production and an addition of 8.6 GW in solar module manufacturing capacity denote striking

Is Repulpable Coated Cardboard the Future of Recycling?
Utilities Is Repulpable Coated Cardboard the Future of Recycling?

In the evolving landscape of recycling and repulping standards for packaging materials, Christopher Hailstone lends his expertise to uncover the latest updates to the voluntary standards by the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) and the Fibre Box Association. With his extensive background

Should California Prioritize Soil Testing Post-Wildfire Cleanup?
Environmental & Regulations Should California Prioritize Soil Testing Post-Wildfire Cleanup?

In the wake of the recent Eaton and Palisades wildfires, which struck California in January, environmental safety measures have come under scrutiny. With over 13,500 properties damaged or destroyed and numerous fatalities reported, these events rank among the most devastating on record for the

Sunnova Files Bankruptcy Amid Market Challenges and Policy Shifts
Infrastructure & Technology Sunnova Files Bankruptcy Amid Market Challenges and Policy Shifts

What does it mean for a major player in renewable energy to collapse amid evolving market dynamics and unpredictable policy shifts? Sunnova’s recent bankruptcy filing has sent ripples through the solar industry, challenging assumptions about solar energy's growth trajectory. As the second-largest

Meta and Constellation Ink Pioneering Nuclear Energy Deal
Infrastructure & Technology Meta and Constellation Ink Pioneering Nuclear Energy Deal

What if the future of artificial intelligence depended not just on coding prowess or innovative algorithms but on the energy that fuels it? As the tech world grapples with towering energy consumption to power sophisticated AI, an unexpected ally emerges: nuclear energy. This unconventional choice

GOP Push for Clean Energy Tax Credit Overhaul in Congress
Renewable Energy GOP Push for Clean Energy Tax Credit Overhaul in Congress

In a critical phase of American legislative discourse, the dialogue surrounding the clean energy tax credits included in the Senate's budget reconciliation bill signals a transformative period for energy policy. As GOP lawmakers navigate the complexities of modern energy needs, they voice concerns

How Will Nuclear Power Fuel AWS's Data Expansion?
Infrastructure & Technology How Will Nuclear Power Fuel AWS's Data Expansion?

Industry Overview In an era marked by digital acceleration, data centers are mushrooming globally, pushing energy demands to unprecedented levels. Amazon Web Services (AWS), a major player in cloud computing, has committed to addressing these surging energy needs while advancing sustainability.

Overcurrent Protection Devices: Ensuring Global Electrical Safety
Infrastructure & Technology Overcurrent Protection Devices: Ensuring Global Electrical Safety

Overcurrent protection devices have become foundational elements in modern electrical infrastructure, ensuring a safe and uninterrupted flow of electricity amid growing demand and technological advancement. These devices are essential in mitigating risks associated with electrical anomalies, and

Can North Korea Balance Power with Growing Rice Season Demands?
Utilities Can North Korea Balance Power with Growing Rice Season Demands?

In North Korea, the rice planting season presents substantial challenges, prompting the nation to evaluate and regulate power distribution in North Hwanghae province. The task is to ensure that farms have the necessary electricity during this critical period of national mobilization. The government

Morganfield Invests Millions to Eliminate PFAs in Water Supply
Utilities Morganfield Invests Millions to Eliminate PFAs in Water Supply

The Morganfield Drinking Water Plant in Kentucky embarks on a groundbreaking initiative to address an environmental concern of nationwide importance by tackling the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) in its water supply. Often referred to as "forever chemicals," PFAs are

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