In the intricate world of electric utilities, the discussion of return on equity (ROE) often draws fascinating insights into the intersection of financial dynamics and regulatory influences. The average long-term ROE of the stock market hovers around 10%, yet utility investments stand out due to
In the heart of California's fertile agricultural region, the San Joaquin Valley, the conundrum of food waste demands attention, spurred by California's ambitious SB 1383 law mandating a dramatic reduction in organic waste disposal by 2025. The urgency to divert food waste from landfills
The Baltic states, comprising Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, have taken a monumental stride towards achieving energy independence by synchronizing their electricity systems with the Continental Europe Network (CEN). This significant milestone not only marks the end of Russia's longstanding
The groundbreaking adoption of synthetic aviation turbine fuels (SATFs) in Norwegian F-35 fighter jets marks a significant milestone in military aviation. This pivotal development represents not only an evolution in the types of fuels used by advanced military aircraft but also underscores a
The recent developments surrounding hydroelectric dams on Oregon’s Willamette River have sparked a significant debate about their impact on endangered salmon. A new law, enacted after President Joe Biden signed legislation, instructs the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the Corps) to temporarily halt t
The article "Solar Snub: Thousands of Mass. solar customers denied retroactive payments as 2022 law takes effect" focuses on the setbacks faced by Massachusetts solar customers due to a delay in the implementation of updated utility regulations. This followed the signing of the new clean
Growing concerns are emerging about Duke Energy and other utilities backpedaling on their environmental promises, particularly in North Carolina. The primary focus is on their efforts to weaken EPA regulations on coal ash and natural gas emissions, a move seen as prioritizing corporate interests
How Can Data Centers Navigate Power Supply Challenges? Data centers are the backbone of the digital age, supporting everything from cloud services to AI applications. However, the increasing demand for data processing and storage has led to significant challenges in securing a reliable and
In the evolving landscape of renewable energy, particularly solar energy, asset owners face a significant choice: invest in resilient, hardened assets or opt for standard equipment to keep initial costs lower. This is an important consideration, as resilience in this context refers to an asset’s a
President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders to halt the disbursement of funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) have introduced significant uncertainty and potential disruption to infrastructure and climate-related projects. These p
