Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

When petrol is exposed to air, benzene readily evaporates, contributing to the fumes around petrol stations. A new study shows that metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) can be adapted to capture benzene from the air, offering a potential solution to tackling a major health and environment risk. Led by the University of Manchester, the work shows that this kind of ultra-porous material can be modified to capture and filter out significantly more benzene from the atmosphere than current materials in us

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Clean Energy Canada

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

TORONTO — Mark Zacharias, executive director at Clean Energy Canada, made the following statement in response to the results of the U.S. presidential election: “President-elect Trump has made it clear that his government will withdraw support for clean industries while expanding oil and gas production, offering up four years of uncertainty for the country’s massive, growing clean energy sector.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Advice from the newly-formed National Energy System Operator (NESO) has concluded that clean power “is a huge challenge but is achievable” for the UK by 2030. The nationalised energy system operator – formed on 1 October following the buyout of National Grid – says its new report provides comprehensive and independent analysis of how to achieve this goal.

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Charged

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Beam Global sells an innovative portable solar-powered EV charger that fits in a parking space and can be set up in mere hours. Obvious applications for the EV ARC include off-grid and/or temporary charging needs, such as events of disaster relief (a few of these would have come in handy here in St. Pete, Florida recently). However, when Charged spoke with CEO Desmond Wheatley back in 2022 , he pointed out that there are numerous other applications too—just about anywhere that limited grid power

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Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Hydroelectric power station at Loch Lomond. A project which gives Google Street View users an inside view of renewable energy sites launched on 29 October. From a hydropower plant deep beneath a mountain to the top of a wind turbine, Scottish Renewables’ Renewables360 is a global first-of-its-kind. It takes the public behind the scenes of the country’s 42,000-strong, £10 billion a year renewable energy industry.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Challenges in Current Green Hydrogen Production Green hydrogen production is heralded as a cornerstone for a sustainable energy future, yet several obstacles hinder its widespread adoption. The primary challenge lies in the conventional methods of hydrogen production, which predominantly emit carbon dioxide (CO2), negating the environmental benefits of this clean fuel.

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Solar Industry

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

FREYR Battery has entered into an agreement to acquire the U.S. solar manufacturing assets of Trina Solar. The transaction is subject to certain customary conditions precedent, including receipt of certain third-party consents, completion of the preferred stock issuance to Encompass Capital Advisors and internal reorganization to be completed by Trina Solar.

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Charged

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Japanese crane manufacturer Tadano is introducing its fully electric EVOLT eGR-1000XLL-1 rough terrain crane in the US and Canada. The new crane delivers the same lifting capability as its 100-ton rough-terrain GR1000XLL-4 in a quieter, zero-emissions package. The eGR-1000XLL-1 offers up to seven hours of lifting or up to five hours of lifting plus 5.5 miles of jobsite travel powered by its on-board lithium-ion battery pack.

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Solar Industry

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), Nlaka’pamux Nation Tribal Council (NNTC) and BluEarth Renewables have achieved financial close on a $35 million loan towards quA-ymn Solar. The project will be located on reclaimed land in the Highland Valley Copper Mine, southwest of Kamloops, British Columbia. It is a partnership between the member communities of the NNTC and BluEarth.

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Charged

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Multinational electronics company Toshiba is partnering with Japanese bus operator Rinko Bus and Swiss electric bus equipment manufacturer Drive Electro Technology on a demonstration project to test the effectiveness of a rapid-charging battery powered by a pantograph to charge an electric bus in 10 minutes. Drive Electro Technology will produce the pantograph charging system and convert a diesel bus to electric, powered by a Toshiba SCiB rechargeable battery.

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

Energy

Solar Industry

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Solesca has joined the Energy Toolbase ETB Developer platform for solar design services, offering design solutions for C&I and community-scale solar projects. ETB Developer, which analyzes solar and storage projects, aims to present the economics of these projects, particularly in the C&I sector. Solesca is a design experience using energy simulations, powered by NREL’s SAM model, that hopes to help developers accelerate project timelines and improve team collaboration. “Our

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Xylem Now that industrial companies face being hit with unlimited fines for pollution incidents, outsourcing pump maintenance to specialist contractors can provide security and peace of mind, as well as long-term cost savings, writes Guy Fitzpatrick, industry & infrastructure director at Xylem UK In December 2023, a £250,000 cap on penalties for companies that pollute the environment was lifted by the UK government.

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Solar Industry

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Polar Racking has contracted to supply the 21 MW quA-ymn Solar Project with its CORE Utility-Scale Ground Mount, a fixed-tilt solar PV mounting system coupled to single/double helical piles. The project is owned by the Nlaka’pamux Nation Tribal Council and BluEarth Renewables. Located near Kamloops, British Columbia, the project is being installed on reclaimed land at the Highland Valley Copper mine site. “We are proud to work on this site with PCL, a worldwide leader in solar engin

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Crianlarich (image credit: Hamish Irvine , CC BY-NC 2.0 license ). Scotland’s environmental regulator is warning that illegally burning waste could result in financial consequences after serving a £600 civil penalty on a company which operates a hotel and restaurant lodges in Crianlarich. Crianlarich Ben More Limited, which operates Ben More Lodge Hotel and Restaurant, was served the Fixed Monetary Penalty (FMP) by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) after the regulator found that

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

Technology

Energy Storage News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

BESS is key to the UK's net zero goals but significant challenges for the industry remain, writes Harmony Energy's Peter Kavanagh.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

A research team developed a transparent radiative cooling film featuring a perforated structure resembling an insect screen, designed to regulate solar heat and lower interior temperatures. This breakthrough was recently published in Advanced Functional Materials.

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Energy Storage News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The City of Green Bay in Wisconsin, US, has granted a Conditional Use Permit for a large-scale battery storage project proposed by a subsidiary of Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP).

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science professor Eric Loth, who led a multi-institutional team in designing one of the world's largest wind turbines, is mentoring the next generation of students who are exploring next-generation wind turbine designs.

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Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium

With the first wave of the energy transition, renewable energy sources (such as solar and wind) have begun replacing coal power generation. However, some sectors are lagging behind and struggling to decarbonize more than others, including large-scale transportation like commercial aviation, shipping, and rail transit. Electrofuels (aka eFuels) are the next generation of solutions to help the hardest-to-abate sectors pivot from their reliance on fossil fuels.

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Energy Storage News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Victoria, Australia, has secured the largest allocation of dispatchable power in the upcoming Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS), with 1.7GW/6.8GWh for energy storage.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Aqueous batteries have emerged as a promising option for large-scale energy storage due to their affordability, safety, and environmental benefits. However, their application in cold climates has been hindered by performance issues at subzero temperatures, where electrolyte freezing and reduced ion transfer slow down the system.

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Energy Storage News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Primergy has secured US$225 million in project financing to support its “Valley of Fire” project portfolio across Nevada, Arizona and Colorado.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

If you've ever seen yourself through a thermal imaging camera, you'll know that your body produces lots of heat. This is in fact a waste product of our metabolism. Every square foot of the human body gives off heat equivalent to about 19 matches per hour.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Energy Storage News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Capacity market (CM) auctions have concluded in Italy and Belgium and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects won the lion's share of new contracts.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Flue gases from industrial plants contain the greenhouse gas CO2. Carbon capture processes increase the concentration of the gas, enabling it to be utilized or stored.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Renewables hit new record high of 75.9 per cent, sending coal to a record low despite usually strong spring electricity demand. The post Solar pushes renewables to record share of grid, coal hits new low despite highest spring demand appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

China's waste incineration industry has grown rapidly, with about 90% of projects using the mechanical grate furnace process. However, municipal solid waste incineration fly ash (MSWI FA), classified as HW18 on China's hazardous waste list due to pollutants like chlorine salts, dioxins and soluble heavy metals, poses disposal challenges. By 2025, annual fly ash production is projected to hit 10 million tons, around 10% of China's hazardous waste.

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Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.

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Canary Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

California voters appear set to approve a $10 billion bond package to fund key state climate and environmental priorities — a bright spot in what has been a dark election for U.S. climate efforts. Proposition 4 was passing with nearly 58 percent voter approval on Wednesday morning according to the Associated Press.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Australian Energy Regulator says electricity affordability will be an "ongoing challenge" that requires systemic change and reforms to harness household solar and batteries. The post Regulator says “systemic change” needed to cut energy costs, embrace consumer renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Canary Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

On Tuesday, voters in Washington state decisively upheld a landmark climate law that created a cap-and-invest program that has raised billions of dollars for clean energy and electrification projects across the state.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Danish renewables giant launches new all-Australian subsidiary with plans to develop 6 GW of onshore wind and solar and "a network" of big batteries. The post Danish giant launches Australian renewables play with 6 GW of wind, solar and battery plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Climate 4.0 Economy. Climate change is here. We see it in many ways already. Weather catastrophes: Texas freezing over, the wildfires of California, the increasingly unpredictable violence and frequency of hurricanes, the rapid melting and disappearance of polar ice caps. Much more evidence all around us. What can we do in our corporate organizations, in our homes and communities, to change the current course?

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