The summer of 2024 marked a significant milestone for the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) as solar energy and battery storage reached unprecedented levels. This remarkable achievement underscores the growing importance of renewable energy sources in Texas' energy mix. However, as
PJM Interconnection's proposal to enhance grid access through previously underused interconnection capacity has garnered broad support, heralding a potential game-changer for regional power supply. The proposal aims to unlock over 26 GW of accredited capacity by the 2026/2027 delivery year, a
In the rush to reduce carbon footprints and embrace a cleaner, greener future, many have turned to renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. The optimistic portrayal of a world free from fossil fuels often overlooks some critical hurdles, chief among them being the hidden costs and
North America is facing a potential energy crisis over the next decade, driven by surging electricity demand coupled with the retirement of power generators. The North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC) has highlighted this pressing issue in its Long-Term Reliability Assessment (LTRA) for
The transition to renewable energy is a critical step in combating climate change and meeting the Paris Agreement targets. However, the intermittency of renewable sources like wind and solar power poses significant challenges. Wärtsilä’s "Crossroads to Net Zero" report explores the pot
Four major Arizona utilities have recently decided to join the Southwest Power Pool's (SPP) Markets+, a forthcoming energy market set to launch in 2027. This strategic decision is not only projected to enhance the reliability of the electrical grid but also to deliver nearly $100 million in
