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Geopolitical and economic uncertainty topped the G7 summit agenda. The world needs strong, inclusive international institutions more than ever.
New infrastructure planning is putting the future of community-owned energy at risk.
Strong, reliable winds blowing over Australia’s southern seas make offshore wind farms appealing. These winds are set to stay strong.
Sodium-ion batteries use more abundant raw materials but don’t currently perform as well as those made with lithium.
Communities have been laying the groundwork for offshore energy projects for years and counting on the jobs and energy supply.
Kenya’s electricity instability is not one problem – it’s an interaction between network capacity and system reliability.
States take the lead on regulation of planning, site selection, leasing and other elements of offshore wind projects in the Great Lakes, though the federal government has a role as well.
Rural counties also benefit in jobs, manufacturing and tax revenue that will be hard to replace as the US government slashes support for the industries.
Offshore wind farms threaten local biodiversity, but also protect it by reducing emissions.
Ørsted’s cancellation of Hornsea 4 bodes ill for the UK’s 2030 clean power target.
Supercritical geothermal is worth exploring and drilling might soon be technically feasible. But its value will be limited if wind and solar energy costs continue to fall.
Reducing emissions, removing greenhouse gases, repairing ecosystems and building resilience are the four R’s that can save the planet.
Rural areas in the EU have untapped potential for solar, wind and hydropower energy production. Community engagement can help lessen resistance to new sites.
Offshore wind power brings more than local, clean energy. It provides jobs, encourages innovation and boosts economic growth as supply chains develop.
While he hasn’t released an official plan, Trump’s playbook the last time he was in office and his frequent complaints about clean energy offer clues to what’s ahead.
AI could help close cybersecurity vulnerabilities at offshore wind farms.
A big roadblock to offshore wind power is getting approval for onshore transmission lines. But what if there were fewer connection points, and power could flow both ways? Plans are underway.
Some processes that support fusion energy fuel climate change and may harm the environment.
Offshore wind power can play a starring role in Australia’s future energy mix. It sure beats nuclear and coal, offering advantages in scale, availability and proximity to both users and the grid.
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