ABB’s DBL Distribution Blocks: Maximum Flexibility, Easy to Install, Compact Size
DBL distribution blocks from ABB offer three configurations in one product: single-pole splitter, multi-pole splitter and grouping functionality; as well as being modular and touch proof, which eliminate the need for bus bars, isolators and fasteners. In addition to being flexible and easy to install, DBL distribution blocks offer a compact size that saves up to 50 percent of rail space, compared with conventional distribution bars. “Most people associate ABB connection devices with te...
Australia's Electricity Crisis Could be Solved by Water Scheme
THE system that transformed Australia’s water industry into a world leader is being proposed to solve the nation’s energy crisis. Leading water industry expert Professor Mike Young launched his “climate sharing system” in South Australia today in a bid to transform a national liability into a national asset. Under the plan, climate shares would be allocated to all power stations and other major greenhouse gas emitters in proportion to their current emissions. The annual emission allocat...
OPEC Net Oil Revenues in 2016 Were the Lowest Since 2004
Members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) earned about $433 billion in net oil export revenues in 2016, the lowest since 2004. In real dollar terms, the 2016 revenue represents a 15% decline from the $509 billion earned in 2015, mainly because of the fall in average annual crude oil prices and, to a lesser extent, because of decreases in OPEC net oil exports. EIA projects that OPEC net oil export revenues will rise to about $539 billion dollars (nominal) in 2017,...
Oil-Fired Power Plants Provide Small Amounts of U.S. Electricity Capacity and Generation
Roughly 70% of petroleum-fired electric generating capacity that still exists today was constructed prior to 1980. Utility-scale generators that reported petroleum as their primary fuel comprised only 3% of total electric generating capacity at the end of 2016 and produced less than 1% of total electricity generation during 2016. Power plants that burn petroleum liquids (such as distillate or residual fuel oils) are generally used for short periods during times of peak electricity demand. Oth...
U.S. Nuclear Capacity and Generation Expected to Decline as Existing Generators Retire
Nuclear power currently accounts for about 20% of electricity generation in the United States, playing an important role in electricity markets. EIA’s 2017 Annual Energy Outlook (AEO2017) Reference case assumes that about 25% of the nuclear capacity now operating that does not have announced retirement plans will be removed from service by 2050. Nearly all nuclear plants now in use began operation between 1970 and 1990. These plants would require a subsequent license renewal before 2050 to op...
Dr. James Smith to Provide Keynote Address at International Energy Conference in Venice, Italy
MORGANTOWN, WV– Plasma Igniter, LLC announced today that Dr. James Smith will join leaders from around the world to address the International Energy Conference and Workshop in Venice, Italy May 10-12, 2017. In addition to his keynote address, Dr. Smith has co-authored five papers to be presented to this international group of participants representing 58 countries. In addition to Dr. Smith's keynote address “Mankind and Energy – That's Why” he has co-authored five papers entitled, “The...
Rattlesnake Wind Project Begins Construction in Texas
BROOMFIELD, CO – Renewable Energy Systems (RES), a leader in the development, engineering, and construction of wind, solar, transmission, and energy storage projects in the Americas, and Chicago-based Goldwind Americas, a subsidiary of Xinjiang Goldwind Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (Goldwind), a world leading wind turbine technology and energy solutions provider, are pleased to announce authorization of notice to proceed (NTP) on construction for the Rattlesnake Wind Project located in McCullo...
RES Sells IdentiFlight, LLC Assets to Boulder Imaging Affiliate
Broomfield, CO – Renewable Energy Systems (RES), a leader in the development, construction, and operations of wind, solar, transmission, and energy storage projects in the Americas, is pleased to announce the sale of assets of IdentiFlight, LLC, a subsidiary of RES, to IdentiFlight International, LLC. IdentiFlight International, LLC is jointly owned by Boulder Imaging, a Colorado-based expert in machine vision solutions, and certain private investors affiliated with the company. The Iden...
Hawaii DOT Cuts Energy Usage in Half at Four Airports with Lighting and Photovoltaic Systems
HONOLULU — The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) has entered the second phase of its Energy Savings Performance Contract with Johnson Controls to provide high-efficiency lighting at 11 Hawaii airports and solar photovoltaic systems at Honolulu International Airport. The total guaranteed energy savings at Hawaii’s airports is more than $606 million over a 15-year period with the addition of Phase 2. Phase 2 of the contract guarantees $65.5 million in energy savings through the replace...
Barakah Unit 1 Construction Completion a Great Achievement
Barakah Unit 1, the first nuclear reactor in the United Arab Emirates, has completed initial construction activities. World Nuclear Association Director General Agneta Rising said; “The completion of initial construction of the first nuclear reactor at Barakah is a great achievement. I commend the efforts of all those involved in achieving this milestone.” Barakah Unit 1 is the first of four reactors being built at the Barakah site. Construction started in July 2012 and the overall project...
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