The Wrap: RIP FedScope; DIY Power; US Expands Pax Silica - LinkedIn

The Wrap: RIP FedScope; DIY Power; US Expands Pax Silica  LinkedIn

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January 11 Green Energy News

Headline News:

• “What The Market Gets Wrong About Renewables” • According to a German study, the next target or victim of renewables could be base load power generation itself. The study was set to answer a single question: Could the German economy decarbonize in 20 years relying on just incremental investment in renewables? The answer is definite: “Yes.” [OilPrice.com]

German solar park (Phoenix Solar AG, CC BY-SA 4.0)

• “‘Cowboy Chernobyl’ Nuclear Reactor Backed By Bill Gates Races Toward Approval In Wyoming” • A nuclear reactor backed by Bill Gates, but called “Cowboy Chernobyl” by critics, rushes toward approval in rural Wyoming, alarming both residents and nuclear safety experts as regulators fast-track the project under a Trump-era order. [AOL.com]
• “Ukrainian Drones Set Fire To Russian Oil Depot After Moscow Launches New Missile” • A Ukrainian drone strike sparked a fire at an oil depot in Russia’s southern Volgograd region, regional authorities said. Ukraine’s long-range drone strikes on Russian energy sites aim to deprive Moscow of the oil export revenue it needs to pursue its full-scale invasion. [ABC News]
• “Irish Regulator Publishes Offshore Wind Lease Rules” • The Maritime Area Regulatory Authority, the Irish marine regulator, published its competitive framework for offshore wind leasing. The framework is intended to complement Ireland’s approach to offshore renewable energy development and to support national climate and energy targets. [reNews]
• “Fossil Fuel Subsidies Lead The US And EU Into Industrial Decline” • While the US is focusing on fossil fuel extraction, a worldwide transformation is taking place. CO₂ emissions have been stagnating or declining in China for over a year and a half. Against this backdrop, climate and energy expert Hans-Josef Fell sees the world at a crossroads. [Truthout]

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January 10 Green Energy News

Headline News:

• “How Clean Energy Could Save Us Trillions Of Dollars” • By replacing fossil fuels with cheaper renewables and smarter grids, the global economy can avoid trillions of dollars in costs. The core paradox is that by investing more today, the world can turn the energy transition into one of the most lucrative cost‑saving opportunities in modern history. [MSN]

Wind turbines (Zac Wolff, Unsplash)

• “Trump Replaces NRC Chair As He Remakes Agency” • Ho Nieh was appointed chair of the NRC by President Trump. Nieh emphasized his support of Trump’s executive order to change the NRC by reorganizing staff, reconsidering safety standards and setting 18-month deadlines to review nuclear reactor safety designs. [E&E News by POLITICO]
• “Sekikaiji Buys SMD Trencher For Japan” • Sekikaiji Industry has expanded its submarine cable installation capability with the purchase of new trenching equipment from SMD for use in the Japanese offshore wind market. The company said he vehicle system and tracker align with the demands of Japan’s emerging offshore wind sector. [reNews]
• “Equinor Warns Empire Wind Faces Cancellation If Restart Is Delayed” • Equinor told a US federal district court that if critical construction activities at its 810-MW Empire Wind 1 do not resume by 16 January, “cascading effects” will likely result in the project’s cancellation. Installation of the offshore substation is on a particularly tight schedule. [reNews]
• “New York Attorney General Sues Trump Administration Over Offshore Wind Project Freeze” • New York’s Attorney General Letitia James sued the Trump administration over its decision to halt two major offshore wind projects. She said the Interior Department’s December 22 order to suspend construction was arbitrary and unwarranted. [ABC News]

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Rad Power Bikes rider's DIY solution for potential battery fire sparks broader safety discussion - GeekWire

Rad Power Bikes rider's DIY solution for potential battery fire sparks broader safety discussion  GeekWire

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January 8 Green Energy News

Headline News:

• “MOCHI Blocks 90% Of Heat Transfer In Windows” • Windows do let sunshine in, but they also transmit heat in both directions. About 40% of all energy use is for heating and cooling buildings. Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder say they have invented a coating that lets 99% of light through while it reduces heat transfer by 90%. [CleanTechnica]

Mesoporous Optically Clear Heat Insulator (Glenn Asakawa, CU Boulder)

• “Trump Says He Spoke To Oil Companies Before Venezuela Attack But Didn’t Brief Lawmakers” • Trump spoke to US oil companies prior to the raid on Venezuela, though he said he opted to forego disclosure to members of Congress ahead of time due to concerns about possible leaks. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was taken in the attack. [ABC News]
• “Ming Yang Unveils Recyclable 110-Meter Blade” • Ming Yang Smart Energy has rolled out the MySE23X, described as the world’s first fully recyclable carbon fibre wind turbine blade. The blade exceeds 110 metres in length and optimises degradation conditions while expanding the recyclable material system, according to Ming Yang. [reNews]
• “US Seizes Russian-flagged Oil Tanker In North Atlantic And One Other Tanker” • The US seized two oil tankers linked to Venezuela, including the Russian-flagged Marinera oil tanker that had evaded a US blockade back in December. The other seized tanker was in the Caribbean, according to the Homeland Security Secretary chief. [ABC News]
• “Sunrise Cancellation Would Cost Ørsted $8 Billion” • The Trump regime suspension of the 924-MW Sunrise Wind project is costing Ørsted upward of $1 million per day, and a complete cancellation of the project would cost the Danish giant over $8 billion. Ørsted filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The figures were in a filing. [reNews]

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Discover MOVA EvoLife Series: Compact Power Tools for DIY - AndroidGuys

Discover MOVA EvoLife Series: Compact Power Tools for DIY  AndroidGuys

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Workshop will explore DIY solar, battery solutions - RRSpin

Workshop will explore DIY solar, battery solutions  RRSpin

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