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As the world transitions toward renewable energy sources, geothermal power has emerged as one of the most promising, yet underutilized, options in the clean energy portfolio. Unlike solar and wind, [...]The post Modular Geothermal Power: Gradient's Scalable Solution for Oil and Gas Sites appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Fluence Energy, a global group that delivers intelligent energy storage systems, services, and asset optimization software, announced the start of production at a new manufacturing facility in Goodyear, Arizona. The facility that opened May 20 will produce enclosures made with U.S. steel and battery management system (BMS) hardware for Fluence's grid-scale energy storage systems.The post Fluence Expands U.S. Manufacturing Footprint with New Arizona Facility appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Construction of the Empire Wind offshore wind power project is restarting after the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) said an order to stop work on the installation has been lifted. The Trump administration, which has been vocal in its disdain for the U.S. offshore wind industry, last month had called for the project to be stopped.The post Empire Wind Construction Resumes After Stop Work' Order Lifted appeared first on POWER Magazine.

A fleet of 100 Huaneng Ruichi autonomous electric mining trucks, the first of its kind in the world, has officially entered operation at the Yimin open-pit mine in Inner Mongolia, [...]The post World's First Fleet of 100 5G-A Autonomous Electric Mining Trucks Launched at Yimin Mine appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has invoked emergency authority to compel Puerto Rico's public utility to dispatch mothballed oil-fired and fossil-fueled power units, citing an imminent threat to grid [...]The post DOE Orders Fossil Units Online After Puerto Rico Blackouts, Citing Dispatchable Capacity Need appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Global mining giant Rio Tinto said it will invest $1.2 billion to modernize a hydroelectric power plant in Quebec, Canada. The company on May 15 said the project is part of its bid to secure future aluminum production in the Canadian province. The money will pay for upgrades to the Isle-Maligne hydropower plant, which was commissioned in 1926 in Alma, Quebec.The post Rio Tinto Investing $1.2 Billion to Modernize Quebec Hydropower Plant appeared first on POWER Magazine.

New transmission lines will help meet power needs this summer. Con Edison will energize newly constructed transmission lines in Brooklyn and Staten Island this month, helping to keep service reliable [...]The post Con Edison Investing in Major Reliability Projects Serving Customers in Brooklyn and Staten Island appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Project manager Bechtel said construction of the 1.3-GW Mammoth Solar facility in Indiana is moving forward, with the company on May 16 saying the project kicked its construction activities into a higher gear this month."The post Major Indiana Solar Project Advances to Next Phase appeared first on POWER Magazine.

TESCO Metering is proud to announce its recognition as one of the first manufacturers to achieve certification in the National Electrical Manufacturers Association's (NEMA's) new Make It Americanprogram. As a [...]The post TESCO Recognized as Pilot Partner in NEMA's Make It American' Program, Reinforcing Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing and BABA Compliance appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Microgrids have proven their role in enhancing the reliability, resilience, and sustainability of the modern power system. Kirk Edelman, CEO of SolMicroGrid, provided POWER with several lists detailing the technologies behind microgrids, the companies that can benefit from deployment, and the services the systems can provide for their end-users.The post The POWER Interview: Microgrids Include a Long List of Technologies-and Benefits appeared first on POWER Magazine.

All regions across the North American bulk power system (BPS) are generally positioned to meet peak demand under normal summer conditions, though elevated risks of electricity supply shortfalls could persist [...]The post NERC's Summer Grid Outlook Shows Progress, But Elevated Risks Persist as Load Growth Outpaces Flexibility appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Advanced nuclear developer Oklo announced it has successfully completed borehole drilling for site characterization work at its Idaho National Laboratory (INL) site, marking a pivotal milestone as the company progresses [...]The post Oklo Completes Key Siting Milestone for First Commercial Nuclear Fast Reactor at INL appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Why microgrids with hydrogen for backup power will create significant benefits for consumers and utilities. The energy grid in the U.S., particularly in regions like California, Texas, and the Northeast, [...]The post Microgrids with Hydrogen: Supporting Energy Systems for the 21st Century appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Most of the 440 operable nuclear power plants (NPPs) currently deployed worldwide have long been recognized as potential targets for attack by enemy military forces or terrorists. Such an attack [...]The post An Under-Appreciated Threat from Airborne Attacks on Large Nuclear Power Plants appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The deciding factor in the artificial intelligence (AI) race may come down to our ability to provide new data centers what they need most: massive amounts of constantly available electricity. [...]The post Nuclear Is the Key to Winning AI Race appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The energy and technology sectors are merging, the demand for power is surging, and the battle lines that have defined energy policy debates for decades are being overtaken by events. [...]The post It's Time to Build American Energy-but It's Getting Late appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The federal government in 2021 passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (BIIJA), which allocated $8 billion in funding to establish hydrogen hubs at multiple locations across the U.S. [...]The post Hydrogen at a Crossroads: What's Next for U.S. Infrastructure? appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Modern power plants have many critical demands, including the need for more efficient energy management, enhanced safety and security, and reduced power consumption. Integrating a smart boiler system is essential [...]The post Benefits, Challenges of Integrating Smart Boiler Systems at Modern Power Plants appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Managing the different oils and greases that make up your lubricant arsenal is a daunting task. Most power generation facilities employ a lubricant champion to keep those products carefully sorted [...]The post Give Your Lubricant Champion the Support They Deserve appeared first on POWER Magazine.

NRG Energy announced it would acquire 18 natural gas-fired power plants with 13 GW of generation capacity as part of a $12-billion cash-and-stock deal with LS Power.Houston, Texas-based NRG on May 12 said the deal, expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, would double the group's overall generation capacity portfolio to 25 GW. The gas-fired plants are located in the U.S. Northeast and Texas, the company said Monday.The post NRG Buying LS Power Gas-Fired Plants in $12-Billion Deal appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Today's energy resilience toolkit includes a growing array of technologies, including diesel generators, natural gas systems, lithium-ion battery storage, solar-plus-battery microgrids-and now, a new class of hydrogen-based solutions that generate clean electricity from moisture in the air. No single option is universally ideal, but understanding their strengths and applications can help communities build more robust and flexible emergency energy strategies.The post Rethinking Emergency Power: Hydrogen and the Future of Disaster Resilience appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS) are crucial grid management technologies in today's modern power delivery system. ADMS integrates multiple utility operational systems into [...]The post How ADMS and DERMS Are Delivering Smarter Solutions for Utilities and Customers appeared first on POWER Magazine.

State-owned Coal India Limited (CIL) has announced plans to invest about $3 billion to build as much as 4.5 GW of renewable energy generation capacity. The memorandum of understanding, signed May 7 with major ammonia producer AM Green, is expected to significantly increase India's green hydrogen and ammonia production capabilities.The post India Coal Giant Will Invest $3 Billion for Renewables, and Build 1.6-GW Coal-Fired Plant appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Ontario's provincial government has given Ontario Power Generation (OPG) the green light to begin construction on the first of four BWRX-300 small modular reactors (SMRs) at its Darlington New Nuclear [...]The post Ontario Authorizes OPG to Start Construction of First Commercial Nuclear SMR appeared first on POWER Magazine.

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright on May 7 told lawmakers that the Department of Energy (DOE) is entering what he called a golden era of American energy dominance," outlining [...]The post DOE Chief Backs Fossil, Nuclear Push Amid Budget and Staffing Questions appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has submitted the first portion of a construction permit application to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to build a GE Hitachi BWRX-300 small modular reactor [...]The post TVA Submits First Portion of Construction Permit Application to NRC for Clinch River BWRX-300 SMR appeared first on POWER Magazine.

On April 28, 2025, at 12:33 p.m. local time, a significant blackout affected the entire Iberian Peninsula, plunging Spain and Portugal into darkness. During a webcast on May 6, Sean [...]The post Understanding the April 2025 Iberian Peninsula Blackout: Early Analysis and Lessons Learned appeared first on POWER Magazine.

A nuclear power project developer said it has a deal with Google, with the technology company agreeing to commit funding for at least three projects that each would have 600 MW of generation capacity. Elementl Power, founded in 2022 and based in Greer, South Carolina, on May 7 said Google would help the company move toward its goal of bringing more than 10 GW of nuclear power capacity online by 2035.The post Google Will Fund Three Nuclear Projects with Elementl Power appeared first on POWER Magazine.

District energy systems can accelerate decarbonization of buildings in cities. The clock is ticking for building owners in U.S. cities that have enacted performance standards to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [...]The post How Building Owners Can Achieve Performance Standards with District Energy appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Residents to benefit from 75 MW of new renewable energy resources Chipotle Mexican Grill, the fast casual restaurant company cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food, [...]The post Nexamp and Chipotle Partner to Expand Community Solar Access with 15 New Solar Farms Across the Country appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Enverus, an energy-dedicated, software-as-a-service company that leverages generative artificial intelligence across its solutions, has released its 2025 Interconnection Queue Outlook, a comprehensive collection of power generation and transmission projects that show requests to connect to the U.S. power grid.The post Enverus Releases 2025 Interconnection Queue Outlook appeared first on POWER Magazine.

A group of attorneys general from 17 states, along with the District of Columbia, is suing the Trump administration over the president's move to suspend leasing and permitting of new U.S. wind energy projects.The post 17 States Sue Trump Over Halt to Wind Energy Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) has inaugurated the company's 200-MW Scarlet II Solar Energy Park, in Fresno County, California. Scarlet II follows EDPR NA's Scarlet I Solar Energy Park-a 200-MW solar farm with and 40 MW/160 MWh of battery energy storage system (BESS)-which achieved commercial operation in 2024.The post EDP Renewables Brings Second Phase of California Solar Farm Online appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Abundance Energy, sonnen, and Energywell Technology Licensing on May 6 said they will work together on development of behind-the-meter, battery-enabled VPPs. The program is designed to support retail energy customers of Texas-based Abundance Energy, while also providing support for the state's power grid.The post Sonnen, Energy Groups Join for Major Texas VPP Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

In late March, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced it would eliminate four efficiency standards enacted during the Biden administration. In addition, the Trump administration has issued statements suggesting that the power to choose appliances and energy-efficiency standards should not belong to the federal government, setting the stage for a state-level approach.The post Policy on Energy Efficiency Moving to States-Here's What to Know appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Sunraycer Renewables LLC, a developer, owner and operator of clean energy power sites, on May 1 announced the execution of two Environmental Attribute Purchase Agreements with Meta Platforms for Sunraycer's [...]The post Sunraycer, Meta Have Deal for Two Texas Solar Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are revolutionizing our power grids, dramatically enhancing resilience, and facilitating greater integration of renewable energy sources like solar and wind. This technological evolution promises a [...]The post Fire Suppression in Battery Energy Storage Systems: Why Immersion Cooling Offers a Safer Future appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Since 2024, America's airwaves have been flooded with phrases like nuclear renaissance" and drill, baby, drill." Energy affordability has occupied the minds of the president, state legislators, regulators, energy suppliers, [...]The post The Erosion of Energy Affordability appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. stands at a critical juncture. We're experiencing electric load growth for the first time in decades, as fierce global competition reshapes the energy landscape. Nuclear power, both the [...]The post The Next Five Years Will Define U.S. Nuclear's Fate appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Energy experts think solar power still has a bright future, even as challenges impact the industry. Power generation from solar photovoltaic (PV) technology has increased dramatically over the past few years thanks to the need for less-costly power, and for cleaner forms of energy.The post Innovation Continues to Drive Growth in Solar Power Sector appeared first on POWER Magazine.

As hydrogen production scales up, power professionals must weigh where-and when-it fits into a decarbonized grid. For now, experts say real progress may depend on addressing structural bottlenecks: projectThe post Hydrogen's Power Play: What Comes After the Hype appeared first on POWER Magazine.

As electric vehicles (EVs) surge in popularity, many American homeowners are discovering a hidden obstacle to the EV transition: the aging electrical infrastructure of the nation's housing stock. WhileThe post How PG&E Is Supporting EV Growth Without Expensive Grid and Home Upgrades appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Government officials in Germany are supporting development of a nuclear fusion pilot plant. Officials have said they want nuclear fusion to be a priority of the country's energy agenda, barely two years after the country decommissioned its last three operating nuclear power plants in April 2023 at the direction of then-chancellor Angela Merkel.The post Groups Collaborate on Projects for Fusion Energy in Germany appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Modern pumping systems and precision control valves are revolutionizing how power generation facilities manage their critical fluid systems, delivering substantial energy savings, reduced emissions, andThe post Optimizing Power Plant Performance: Innovations in Pump Efficiency and Flow Control appeared first on POWER Magazine.

While Alberta's historical energy legacy has been defined by coal and crude oil, the Canadian province has embraced renewables and carbon capture over the past two decades, and is now exploring small modularThe post Alberta's Deregulated Grid Is Bracing for 11 GW of New Demand appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Major German BESS Project Closes Financing. Energy transition bank NORD/LB announced it has closed an 87 million ($94 million) financing package with Nofar Energy for construction of a 104.5-MW/209-MWhThe post POWER Digest [May 2025] appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Plant wastewater is not only an increasing environmental concern, but improper monitoring and treatment may lead to unexpected operations and maintenance problems as well. I have a question MrsThe post Marnie Surfaceblow: The Scrubber Corrosion Case: How Manganese Disrupted Operations appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Electrification is about offsetting energy coming directly from fossil fuels with electrons. And it's a key strategy to support decarbonization across sectors. Depending on the generation mix providing the electrons, the amount of decarbonization may vary. But wherever a customer has electrified their energy usage, they stand to benefit from future deployments of clean generation resources.The post The POWER Interview: Innovation, Market Incentives Can Drive Electrification appeared first on POWER Magazine.

U.S. President Donald Trump was sworn into office for the second time on Jan. 20, 2025. That means April 30 marks his 100th day back in office. A lot has [...]The post What Trump's First 100 Days Have Meant to the Power Industry appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Clean energy is accelerating, and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a major driver. It introduced the largest package of federal clean energy tax incentives in U.S. history, with significant [...]The post Making Clean Energy Credits Count: What the IRA Means for Your Bottom Line appeared first on POWER Magazine.