"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."
U.S. Deploys $3.5B Boost for Grid Resilience: Major Projects Revealed
"The biggest Grid Innovation recipient is the Minnesota Department of Commerce, which will receive $464 million to coordinate the planning, design, and construction of five transmission projects across seven Midwestern states, known as the Joint Targeted Interconnection Queue (JTIQ) Portfolio. The $1.8 billion JTIQ, launched by the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) in 2020, aims at building transmission network upgrades along the MISO-SPP seams to enable new generator interconnections."
The GOP faces a generational gap on climate change
Younger Republicans increasingly believe that the U.S. should prioritize new technological innovation and addressing climate change.
New Data Reveals Hidden Flood Risk Across America
New data from the First Street Foundation shows that more homes have a significant flood risk than FEMA had previously estimated.
America’s Global Energy and Climate Leadership Needs Carbon Capture
"American energy innovation has delivered significant benefits here at home and around the world. With CCS, we can ensure the next generation of global energy is also American-led."
Analysis of renewable energy points toward more affordable carbon-free electricity
A study conducted by the California Institute of Technology finds that in order to reach a 100% renewable energy grid, advancements in battery/energy storage are required.
Republican congressman leads bipartisan bill with goal of planting one trillion trees globally
“Republicans have a rich history in conservation. We're actually the founders of the conservation movement."
Despite the election, Congress can still make bipartisan progress on energy
"American consumers, businesses, workers and voters all want more affordable, abundant and cleaner energy. This Congress still has the opportunity to act on these issues and deliver for voters."
Tesla’s move into mining aimed at energising battery supply chain
"Without further investment, Tesla risks being short of lithium and facing a potential price surge over the next decade."
The Combined Power Of Floating Solar On Hydro Reservoirs Shows New Potential
“While floating PV (FPV) is 10%-15% higher in upfront capital costs and per-kilowatt cost compared to conventional PV, FPV used in conjunction with hydropower provides a host of other benefits. These include reduced transmission costs by linking to a common substation, reduced evaporation, reduced algae growth on hydro reservoirs, and increased efficiency of panels due to its water-cooling effect.”
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