Press Release Why the Gulf States Are Betting on Hydrogen Why are Gulf oil and gas producers so keen to promote hydrogen energy? This question is addressed in a new discussion paper by Natalie Koch, political geographer and fellow at the Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies (IASS). She concludes that for political and corporate leaders …
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In this article we follow the journey of using wind for power. From ancient times when windmills were used to grind flour, through to modern day turbines standing hundreds of metres tall and providing electricity to thousands of homes. How have we got here? Read on. The windmills of Neshtifan The Early Years Humans have …
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What is concentrated solar power (CSP)? Concentrated solar power (CSP) is an approach to generating electricity through mirrors. The mirrors reflect, concentrate and focus natural sunlight onto a specific point, which is then converted into heat. The heat is then used to create steam, which drives a turbine to generate electrical power. The process can …
Both onshore and offshore wind will see explosive growth in the coming decade. Learn more about the pros and cons of onshore and offshore wind power, including how each works, their usage in the global energy marketplace, and why both will play an important role in the global energy transition. According to Statista, global wind power …
Most transmission providers and grid operators have experience using complex calculations to calculate wind capacity credit which flew under the renewable developer’s radar. Now, transmission organizations are adopting the same calculation for solar and storage. Additionally, others who didn’t use this method before are picking up this calculation due to the amount of solar in …
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According to energy governance group REN21, renewable energy will account for nearly half (45%) of global electricity generation by 2040. This growing number is worthy of much excitement. Yet as renewable energy use continues to grow, it faces a looming challenge: in a world accustomed to having electricity on demand, renewable energy’s reliance on specific weather …
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Technology is becoming increasingly mobile. For electric vehicles, autonomous systems, robots, wearables, and mobile electronic devices, the power supply is proving to be a limiting factor. This is because the volume, weight, limited capacity, and long charging times of batteries restrict mobility and flexibility. The remedy for this could be wireless power transmission or – …
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A study published in the journal Science Advances offers findings from the first-ever global analysis of all mass-produced plastics ever manufactured. The authors estimate that 8300 million metric tons (Mt) of virgin plastics have been produced since 1950, the beginning of large-scale production. They also document the fate of these plastics, reporting that around 9% have been recycled and …
The current landscape in offshore wind is full of promise and opportunity right now. Global net zero targets are driving widespread growth and investment in the sector as different countries look to replace traditional energy production systems with more sustainable alternatives. Widely heralded as a leader in worldwide offshore wind, the UK is looking to …
