Energy Status in Tajikistan: Opportunities, Threats, and Outlook
Since Tajikistan’s independence in 1991, the development of the energy sector has been one of the country’s top priorities. Significant measures, such as a large-scale…
Electricity
Bangladesh power bill mounts amid plan to supersize already bloated capacity
Bangladesh is paying hundreds of millions of dollars in incentives to private electricity producers every year for electricity that’s going unused, a government report indicates….
7 steps to make electricity systems more resilient to climate risks
Recent extreme weather events across the globe highlight the energy security risks that climate change brings; From heatwaves to droughts, these challenges highlight the urgent…
Smart meters giving Missouri customers incentive to save energy during peaks
Evergy and Ameren Missouri are both rolling out optional time-of-use rates to customers as they install smart meters. Missouri’s two major electric utilities are introducing…
Geothermal: the underground renewable energy source that says it can power Europe
Large-scale geothermal energy has long been constrained to volcanic areas where heat can easily be captured and turned into electricity. Today, breakthroughs in drilling techniques…
More and more homeowners are renovating existing homes to make them “net zero” energy consumers. Here’s how.
Energy-conscious retrofits can dramatically reduce the carbon footprint of housing without the need to start from scratch January 7, 2020 — With the world in…
An introduction to the state of wind power in the U.S.
Rural and often conservative states are leading the way in harnessing the wind. Advances in technology, improved economics, and broad political support are making wind…
How Minnesota could economically reach 70 percent renewable electricity
A November report suggests overbuilding wind and solar capacity could be cheaper than energy storage. A recent report from Minnesota pollution regulators shows the state…
Geothermal mega-drills and floating reactors: the future of island power
Over 10% of the world’s population live on islands. Islands showcase amazing biodiversity, and provide unique economic value as hubs of international trade. Some of…
Energy and environment in 2018: A preview
2018 looks set to be a defining year for energy and environment policy in Europe, as important legislative files move towards becoming EU law. In…
Costa Rica’s Electricity Has Run Entirely on Renewables For 300 Days in 2017
A new record, with weeks to go before the year is up. Costa Rica has done it again. In January, the Central American country announced…
Small reactors ‘might be a game-changer’ for Europe
The political climate for nuclear energy is “not very positive” in Europe, admits William D. Magwood, and the industry is currently shifting towards Russia and…
Is German climate leadership being sacrificed on the altar of coal?
The pre-election politicking currently going on in Germany should ring alarm bells among climate policy advocates, warns Julian Schwartzkopff. If Angela Merkel does not take personal ownership…