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Texas Geothermal Energy Alliance Launches

The newly-organized Texas Geothermal Energy Alliance (TxGEA), a Texas-led advocacy group created to advance geothermal energy in Texas, has officially launched operations. TxGEA is a broad and interdisciplinary group of entities engaged in geothermal resource exploration, well drilling, plant construction, resource production, and markets creation. TxGEA includes representatives from the oilfield service sector, oil & gas operators, utilities, start-up companies working to advance geothermal relevant technologies, scientists and engineers from several Texas universities, and leading environmental organizations advocating Texas public policy solutions.

Mayor of London’s office releases new report setting 2030 net zero target for London

The Mayor of London’s office has released its Pathways to Net Zero Carbon by 2030 report, written by experts from Element Energy.

Lhyfe and ENERPARC AG join forces to produce renewable hydrogen

Green renewable hydrogen producer Lhyfe has signed its first project powered by solar photovoltaics, the company’s first official project using energy other than wind power.

Port of Columbia,  Site of Strategic Biofuels’ Louisiana Green Fuels Project, Receives $15M Grant  

Strategic Biofuels, the leader in developing negative carbon footprint renewable fuels plants, and the Port of Columbia in Caldwell Parish (Port) have jointly announced that the Port has received a $15 million infrastructure improvement grant. The grant, intended to fund site improvements, is from the Louisiana Port Construction and Development Priority Program, which is administered by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). 

Anaergia to Supply First Renewable Liquified Natural Gas Project

Anaergia Inc. signed a contract to supply its industry-leading organic waste treatment solutions to Societa’ Agricola Agriferr ss di Zagni Matteo & C, an agricultural industry company based in Rivarolo del Re Ed Uniti, Cremona, Italy.

SsangYong announce EV homecharging partnership with EO Charging

SsangYong Motors UK has partnered with EO Charging to offer SsangYong customers preferential terms for the provision of a homecharge point, enabling new Korando e-Motion customers to ‘fill’ their EV from the comfort of their own home.

Climate change three-star general joins CeraPhi’s deep geothermal crusade

The much-decorated military leader who changed the Ministry of Defence’s approach to climate change has joined the crusade for large-scale geothermal energy by taking on the role as global strategist for pioneers CeraPhi Energy.

Genevos Granted Approval in Principle for its Hydrogen Power Module

Approval in Principle (AiP) has been awarded by Lloyd’s Register (LR), a global professional services company specializing in marine engineering and technology, to Genevos for its hydrogen power modules: HPM-15, HPM-30 and HPM-40 for the use on ocean going ships, yachts, and special service craft. This followed a comprehensive review of the proposed design against LR’s latest Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Ships, Special Service Craft, and the 2017 version of the IGF Code - International Code of Safety for Ships Using Gases or Other Low-Flashpoint Fuels.

What Do Unprecedented Fires and Tornadoes Mean for the Future of Energy?

The increase in weather-related disasters concerning climate change is becoming more distinct. Rising temperatures fuel volatile storms that level homes, upend businesses and take the lives of thousands of people every year.

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CAFU, SirajPower and Creek join forces to launch new era of on-demand green energy in UAE

On-demand refuelling and vehicle services company, CAFU, has partnered with solar energy company Siraj Power and climate impact investor, Creek to form a new joint venture in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) HYPR.

Floridians for Solar Choice Renews Ballot Initiative with $420,000 Contribution

Floridians for Solar Choice (FSC) Chairman Tory Perfetti reported a $420,000 contribution in December 2021, kicking off a bid to change the Florida Constitution in order to protect the right of Floridians to utilize the sun to generate, collect, and sell solar power. Floridians for Solar Choice is organizing a massive statewide effort to collect the required petitions to get the initiative on the ballot. The language has already passed the Florida Supreme Court’s review.

Energy Storage Could Support the Grid Every Hour of the Day, All Year Long

Energy storage's ability to store electricity when demand is low and discharge stored electricity when demand is high could offer significant value to the grid, but it does add complexity to grid operations. Some days, a storage technology could charge 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from sun or midnight to 6 a.m. from wind. Other days, it could charge both ways or not at all.

Contracts for Empire Wind 2 and Beacon Wind Projects are Finalized

NY Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the finalization of contracts between the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and Empire Wind Offshore LLC and Beacon Wind LLC, each a 50-50 partnership between Equinor and bp, for the Empire Wind 2 and Beacon Wind offshore wind projects, representing a key milestone in the advancement of offshore wind development in New York State.

Energy Storage 2022