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First virtual power plant inaugurated in Greek energy market

Smart Energy International

Driven by Greek electricity market reform, emsys VPP has announced the inauguration of the first Virtual Power Plant (VPP) into the Greek electricity market. Protergia, the power and gas unit of stock-listed MYTILINEOS S.A., Greek electricity market reform.

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U.S. wind generation sets new daily and hourly records at end of 2020

Renewable Energy World

In the final months of 2020, electricity generation from wind turbines in the United States set daily and hourly records. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Hourly Electric Grid Monitor show an hourly record set late in the day on December 22 and a daily record set on the following day. records in late 2020.

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Sensor tech and AI increase transmission capacity by 52% finds Litgrid

Smart Energy International

Lithuania’s electricity transmission system operator Litgrid has completed tests of artificial intelligence and sensor technologies, finding that their use has enabled a 52% increase in throughput capacity for the country’s transmission lines. We have been testing variable bandwidth technology since October 2022.

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Global Energy Trends From The 2023 Statistical Review Of World Energy

R-Squared Energy

As I indicated in the previous article , BP has turned over publication of the annual Statistical Review of World Energy to the Energy Institute (EI). Overview The newest Review shows the world remains heavily reliant on fossil fuels for energy needs, even as renewables like solar and wind continue rapid growth.

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How the utilities industry is building a sustainable future

Smart Energy International

The energy and utilities industries play a significant role in carbon emissions. In the US, 25% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions come from electricity generation. This is not surprising, with coal and natural gas representing about 60% of electrical supply. Energy Transition for Sustainability. Have you read?

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Highlights from the 2022 BP Statistical Review

R-Squared Energy

Last week the BP Statistical Review of World Energy 2022 was released, covering energy data through 2021. The Review provides a comprehensive picture of supply and demand for major energy sources on a country-level basis. But, supply chain constraints have impacted the ability of energy producers to respond.

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7-Eleven Taiwan and TCC launch new generation EV charging

Smart Energy International

The New Energy, New Lifestyle plan, announced by TCC subsidiary, NHOS, and 7-Eleven, sees the partners building a new generation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The system can adjust electricity supply based on peaks and valleys of electricity usage. Sign up to our newsletter and stay informed.