The multi-year agreement between Clearloop, a carbon solutions platform under Silicon Ranch, and Microsoft aims to deploy up to 100 MW of renewable energy projects over the next three years. These projects will be situated in socioeconomically diverse and historically underinvested American
The North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC) recently conducted a study mandated by Congress in 2023, which recommended an increased interregional transfer capacity of 35 GW to ensure grid reliability during extreme weather events. This proposal has sparked considerable debate on its
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
