Italy's remarkable achievement in reaching a record 41% renewable energy share in its power demand by 2024 illustrates the country's commitment to sustainable energy practices and reducing its carbon footprint. The surge was driven predominantly by tremendous strides in hydropower and
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 discusses a proposal by Goat Lake Hydroelectric, a subsidiary of Alaska Power & Telephone (AP&T), to increase electricity rates for customers in Haines and Skagway, Alaska. The reason for the proposed rate hike is primarily to cover the costs incurred from repairing a submarine
The European energy landscape is facing significant challenges due to the recurring Dunkelflaute phenomenon, characterized by periods of minimal wind and sunlight. These conditions lead to substantial drops in renewable energy generation, resulting in volatile electricity prices. The debate over
After more than three decades, Romania is set to mark a significant milestone in its energy sector with the inauguration of the Răstolița hydropower plant in Mureș County, scheduled for completion in 2025. This 30-megawatt plant represents the country’s first new hydropower installation in over 34 y
The U.S. Treasury has recently finalized its guidance on the technology-neutral 45Y and 48E clean electricity tax credits, which are part of the Inflation Reduction Act, shifting significantly from the previous 45 production tax credit and 48 investment tax credit. These newly implemented credits,
