In a significant move towards transforming energy landscapes, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has accelerated the timeline for the approval of X-energy’s innovative small modular reactor, the Xe-100, slated for construction at Dow’s UCC Seadrift petrochemical plant in Texas. This
Picture this: a future where electricity flows more freely across the nation, not because of massive new construction projects, but due to the dynamic adjustments in grid capacity harnessed from real-time weather data. This compelling transformation unfolds under Order 881 by the Federal Energy
Christopher Hailstone is a recognized authority in the field of energy policy and renewable energy development. With a deep understanding of energy management and electricity delivery, he offers valuable insights on the challenges and opportunities facing Alaska's unique power sector. Today, we
As technology companies face increasing energy demands, the quest for sustainable power solutions becomes ever more pressing. Meta, the multinational tech and social media conglomerate, is embarking on an ambitious venture into the realm of geothermal energy as a promising route to meet these
A significant power outage in April led to a widespread blackout that crippled both Spain and Portugal, demanding urgent attention from energy authorities. The situation compelled Portugal to request an independent investigation by the European Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators
The United States is at a pivotal moment in addressing an ever-growing demand for electricity as digital technologies continue evolving and the electrification age progresses. This situation has been exacerbated by consistently rising demand, driven by increased power consumption from technologies