NSF-Funded Center at Purdue Could Help Power U.S. for Next Century
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The National Science Foundation has chosen Purdue University to lead an engineering research center, which will develop new technologies to produce fuels from U.S. shale-gas deposits that could inject $20 billion annually into the economy. The new approach proposes to convert light hydrocarbons from shale gas into chemicals and transportation fuels using a network of portable, modular processing plants. It is estimated that there is enough energy in shale to provide all...
UNIDO and World Energy Council to Promote Sustainable Energy Policies
MEXICO CITY – The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the World Energy Council signed a Joint Declaration to support the global dissemination of sustainable energy solutions. Under the new partnership, UNIDO and the World Energy Council committed to develop the leadership skills and the overall capacity of energy leaders and policy makers from developing countries; as well as to explore options to promote energy access through global platforms – such as the electrif...
Indigenous Groups Support New Bill to Transition U.S. to 100 Clean Energy by 2035
Bemidji, MN - The Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN), today, joined a diverse set of environmental organizations and members of Congress, calling for passage of the “Off Fossil Fuels for a Better Future Act.” The measure would advance clean energy and defend Indigenous rights and protections of water, land, air, and climate. Introduced by Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI), the legislation requires the United States transition to a 100% clean economy for a safe and stable climate. It sets...
U.S. Department of Transportation Issues Regional Declaration of Emergency for Oil and Gas Supplies
WASHINGTON - In response to Hurricane Harvey’s massive destruction of infrastructure and disruption of much needed off-shore gas and petroleum production and distribution, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao has issued a Regional Declaration of Emergency under 49 CFRF § 390.23. The declaration will help alleviate a potential shortage of available drivers who are critical to delivering necessary supplies to the impacted communities in Texas, Louisiana and other states....
Cabeolica Chooses Breeze to Provide Wind Farm Management System
Located in sunny and windy Cape Verde, Cabeolica has chosen Breeze to provide wind farm management system. The company’s main objective is the production of electricity for the national grid as an independent producer using non-polluting, renewable and naturally abundant wind energy. With 4 wind farms on 4 islands – Santiago, São Vicente, Sal and Boa Vista – Cabeolica generates roughly 22% of the electricity consumed on the country’s main islands, avoiding, on average, the production of a...
Nexans' New Cable-Laying Vessel to Bring More Clean Energy to the World
Paris La Défense, August 28, 2017 – As global energy demand continues to grow, the need for clean energy is becoming ever more urgent. In the face of growing concerns around climate change, energy transition is now a top priority on the international agenda. Today, not only are nations developing their own renewable energy strategies, but they are also cooperating with other countries with the aim of optimizing their use of resources by building common infrastructure, both on land and offshore....
Department of Energy Grid Study Highlights Renewables’ Growing Role in Electricity Markets Across the U.S.
HOUSTON — Sunnova Energy Corporation, a leading residential solar service provider in the U.S., stated today, following the release of the grid study by the Department of Energy (DOE), that it was pleased the study had been conducted, showcasing the positive, substantial increase in renewable energy on the grid and its further emphasis that electricity users care not only about where their energy comes from but about long-term affordability and reliability as it concerns their energy use. “Th...
New and Improved Self-Scoring Tool Can Help Cities Reduce their Energy Use and Carbon Emissions
The federal government's plan to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord galvanized many cities. Within hours of the announcement, 369 mayors signed on to the Mayors National Climate Action Agenda, which aims to uphold the US commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) under the Paris Agreement. So, what comes next for these cities? What strategies will they use to meet their commitments, and what role will energy efficiency play? Energy efficiency can be a significant component...
A Quarter of India’s Energy Demand Can Be Met with Renewable Energy
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. — India can raise its renewable energy use to meet a quarter of the country's total final energy demand by 2030, according to the findings of a report presented today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewable energy prospects for India, a study from IRENA’s REmap programme, outlines action areas that can unlock India’s vast renewable energy potential, ensure clean and sustainable energy for generations to come, and enable the country to fulfill its pledges...
Gas Insulated Switchgear Market Size to Exceed $29bn by 2024
Gas Insulated Switchgear Market size will exceed USD 29 billion by 2024, as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights, Inc. Expansion of existing power transmission & distribution network coupled with shifting trend towards replacement of fossil fuels with clean energy resources will drive the gas insulated switchgear market size. In May 2017, Siemens received largest contract from the KAHRAMAA, a Qatar based general water & electricity corporation for the expansion of country...
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