In December 2023, the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) in New York approved two large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects developed by Key Capture Energy (KCE). This approval marks a significant move towards reinforcing the energy infrastructure and aligning with New York's
December 19, 2024The rapid deployment of energy storage in Texas since 2023 has had an incredible impact on the state's energy landscape, benefiting consumers and increasing grid reliability. According to the American Clean Power Association (ACP), this extensive expansion yielded at least $750 million in
December 17, 2024The Biden administration has announced a significant increase in Section 301 tariffs on specific solar energy components imported from China, including wafers, polysilicon, and certain tungsten products. Starting January 1, solar wafers and polysilicon, which are essential for the development of
December 12, 2024The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) launched the Aggregated Distributed Energy Resource (ADER) pilot project in 2022 with the ambitious goal of integrating distributed energy resources (DERs) into the grid. This initiative aimed to enhance grid reliability and stability by leveraging
December 11, 2024The state of Texas has become a symbol of grid instability, suffering significant power outages during extreme weather events. These outages have resulted in casualties and substantial disruptions, highlighting the urgent need for improved grid resilience. Distributed Power Plants (DPPs) offer a
December 10, 2024The energy transition is a critical global initiative aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy sources. Utilities, as the backbone of the nation's energy infrastructure, play a pivotal role in this transition. However, they face numerous challenges, including large
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