"Throughout both phases of the contract, BWXT said it will leverage existing U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program (ARDP) achievements through the company’s collaboration with Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and other internal BWXT research and development investments. Through the ARDP, BWXT and DOE have been developing the BANR microreactor since 2021, and this effort in Wyoming 'represents an acceleration of BWXT’s commercial nuclear development efforts,' the company said."
Hunt Energy Network CEO: Here’s why I am optimistic about Texas’ energy future
"But I also believe we will always need some controllable fossil fuel-fired power plants in the mix, even if they run less often than they do today. It is great that our power is cleaner and cheaper than ever, but reliability must come first: You can’t see whether your power is green or not if you’re sitting in the dark."
DOD Advances X-Energy Mobile Nuclear Microreactor as Second Project Pele Design
"An X-energy spokesperson on Thursday told POWER that the company is currently focusing its mobile microreactor work 'around one practical, cost-effective microreactor that can be deployed for use in remote military locations as well as commercial or industrial use.' X-energy’s transportable microreactor 'is designed to generate in the range of 3 to 5 MW and is differentiated to be cost-competitive with remote diesel power. The microreactor is designed to use TRISO-based fuel,' he said."
This carbon removal startup reduces emissions by burying sludgy organic waste
"Vaulted Deep’s approach involves collecting sludgy organic waste such as animal manure, inedible food and pulpy paper and injecting it deep into wells, which can be sequestered for thousands of years. That prevents it from decomposing and emitting the potent greenhouse gas methane, said Vaulted Deep CEO Julia Reichelstein. She touted other co-benefits, such as preventing chemicals associated with these waste streams from leaching into groundwater. The technology builds on patented geologic slurry injection methods used by the parent company."
Amazon Wants to Turn Its Supply Chain Green
Amazon's commitment to reducing not only its direct, but indirect emissions as well, shows that the private sector is ready to continue leading the way in delivering meaningful climate progress.
Redwood Materials acquires European battery recycler in expansion push
Kirsten Korosec of TechCrunch reports that Redwood Materials has bought a European battery recycler. “Redwood made its first move into Europe last year as part of Straubel’s global ambitions to be one of the largest battery materials and recycling companies. It sees Redux as a pathway towards that expansion.” Read the full article here.
With a unique alignment of interests, now is the time to address methane emissions
Jeff Kupfer writes in UtilityDive about the need to address methane emissions. “There is no doubt that methane emissions present a serious environmental threat. And given the significant role of natural gas in electricity generation for decades to come, it is reasonable for EPA to promulgate new regulations. With a bit more tailoring, there can...
Bets on energy transition spark rise in North American pipeline deals
"TC Energy, the Canadian company behind the abandoned plan to build the controversial Keystone XL crude oil pipeline, is in the process of spinning off its oil business to focus on handling natural gas, a split it said would leave TC 'uniquely positioned to meet growing industry and consumer demand for reliable, lower-carbon energy.'"
Hydropower delays pose grid threat as permits lapse
"While hydropower dams that exist today emit relatively few carbon emissions when operating, dam building in the 20th century disrupted ecosystems, flooded tribal lands and altered natural landscapes. Obtaining a new, long-term hydropower license, which lasts 30 to 50 years, from FERC is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to modify how projects operate."
Hydrogen startup spins out of Bill Gates-backed R&D effort, lands $7.8M
"Hydrogen is made from a variety of sources, namely fossil fuels, and through the use of dirty power. Peregrine is among the ventures aiming to make hydrogen without carbon dioxide production."