Lithuania's Amber Grid is investing €3.3 billion in a 2035 plan to integrate green hydrogen into its gas pipelines and transportation network, aiming for energy independence. The grid plans to retrofit compressor stations and pipeline sections to handle green hydrogen, as well as create a CO2 transport network and upgrade security measures. By 2035, the project is expected to enable Lithuania to transport both mixed hydrogen-natural gas blends and pure hydrogen through its pipelines.
Researchers at UNSW unveil a redesigned hydrogen fuel cell that tackles a long-standing technical barrier, fine-tuning membrane stability and boosting proton conductivity to improve durability and efficiency. The breakthrough design could offer a solution for carbon-intensive sectors like aviation and heavy transport hunting for zero-emission solutions. Early trials suggest the new architecture keeps churning out power longer under high-demand conditions.
St. Kitts and Nevis' electricity company is tendering a 50 MW solar plus 30.5 MWh battery storage project, with interested developers invited to register for the request for proposals document through their online portal. The Basseterre Valley project will be located towards the southeast of the island, east of the capital city of Basseterre, and aims to strengthen the country's energy security and reduce reliance on imported fuels. A deadline for submitting registrations has not been publicly announced.
Brazil's electricity regulator ANEEL has delayed making a key decision on energy storage rules. The regulator approved the country's first hybrid solar-energy storage system (BESS) just days before it was supposed to make a ruling on energy storage regulations. ANEEL's delay is likely significant for Brazil's renewable energy sector, which relies heavily on energy storage solutions.
MyNu Energy has launched a mobile solar generation and battery energy storage system called the PowerQub-M, which can deliver between 25 kVA and 160 kVA of power. The trailer-mounted system combines a 3 kW demountable solar array with customizable battery storage options ranging from 60 kWh to 240 kWh. The system is designed for businesses looking to manage energy costs and reduce exposure to fuel supply disruptions in sectors such as construction, agriculture, and remote infrastructure.
Richland County in Ohio banned large-scale wind and solar projects in 11 of its 18 townships in July last year, giving residents the chance to vote on the future of renewable energy through a November election.
New battery storage techniques are about to change the cost and availability of renewable energy on the utility grid, potentially revolutionizing the way we access clean energy. These advancements may make a significant impact on the grid's future, but the exact details remain unclear at this point. The article suggests that these developments could be "weird" and transformative.
Long-duration vanadium redox flow battery storage is crucial for Australia's decarbonisation efforts, especially in remote mining operations. The technology can help power these sites for extended periods of time, allowing them to operate more efficiently and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels. This is critical for Western Australia's mining sector as it transitions towards a low-carbon future.
We Energies has submitted a rate proposal to support grid upgrades and energy reliability in Wisconsin, with the goal of achieving more than $225 million in savings from federal tax credits and earnings sharing. The proposal also accounts for nearly $1.9 billion in costs attributed to data centers and invests in Wisconsin's energy grid.
Home batteries can provide backup power during grid outages, but this function is considered the least interesting aspect of their capabilities. Home batteries also offer energy storage and management, allowing homeowners to store excess energy generated by solar panels or other sources for later use. This capability enables greater independence from the grid and reduced reliance on non-renewable energy sources.
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