"Yes, part of the solution is to transition energy forms from emitting sources to non-emitting sources. Clean sources of energy — from wind and solar to nuclear energy and geothermal — couldn’t be more important. At this time, however, a full transition is unrealistic and would lower quality of life for millions of people."
Onsite Nuclear Provides 24/7 Clean Power
"SMRs promise data centers what they’re looking for: a reliable, low-cost, carbon-free energy source that yields round-the-clock uptime. Data centers of all sorts (hyperscale, colocation, or telecom) can use SMRs to secure the energy independence they need to overcome bottlenecks in the grid and to avoid competition for energy with local communities."
Willow Project Delays Highlight the Need for Streamlined Regulations
Permitting reform must remain a key priority for climate activists across the country to reduce carbon emissions and transition to a clean energy economy.
H.R. 1 Energy Legislation Drives Energy Accessibility and Affordability
H.R. 1 is an all-of-the-above energy bill, aimed at delivering the power our country needs in the 21st Century. In a divided Washington, it can be a scaffolding to help lawmakers build a better energy future.
GOP’s Agenda for Affordable Energy Outshines Trump’s Indictment
Directing finite resources at promoting H.R. 1 over Trump will be good for the people, planet and politicians.
It Took 15 Years for the Feds To Approve a 700-Mile Electric Line
"With all the permission slips finally locked down, construction on the line will begin later this year, and the 3,000-megawatt line could be operational by 2028, EnergyWire reports. By then, it'll be 23 years since the project was first proposed in 2005."
Berkshire Hathaway’s Energy Idea Is a Bad Fit for Texas
Jinjoo Lee of The Wall Street Journal writes about Texas’ potential grid market restructuring. “The proposal isn’t cheap. Building out 10 gigawatts—the upper limit of what the bill envisions—would cost about $18 billion, according to a recent estimate from the Lower Colorado River Authority, a nonprofit public utility with headquarters in Austin, Texas. The Texas...
If we can plan for nuclear reactors on the moon, we can relax planning here in Britain
"In space, no one can hear you scream opposition to critical infrastructure development, so things get built. If Britain wants cheap energy, it must first fix its broken planning system."
Durham clean energy firm, with plans to go public, moves closer to building $750-$950M plant
WRAL TechWire reports that NET Power is taking steps to build its $750-$950 million power plant. “NET Power already operates a demonstration plant for its technology in Texas. Design work for the larger plant is expected to be completed in 2024, according to the company. Target launch date is 2026.” Read the full article here.
Biden’s EV bet is a gamble on critical minerals
"The Inflation Reduction Act’s requirements could prove tricky as EV productions ramp up. They limit how many vehicles can get tax credits, as the law specifies many battery parts and the minerals that go in them must be sourced domestically or from U.S. trade allies — a mandate only a fraction of EVs can now meet, according to a list Treasury released Monday."