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BESS Projects Boost Clean Energy in Europe
BESS Projects Boost Clean Energy in Europe

Portugal has a goal to produce at least 80% of its electricity from renewable energy resources by 2050. Several companies are investing in the country’s power infrastructure, including Powin, an…



Modern Control Systems Provide Insights for Power Sector
Modern Control Systems Provide Insights for Power Sector

As power generation embraces digitization, and looks for more reliability and flexibility, the need for advanced instrumentation and control systems grows. Power plant operators know the importance of maintaining a…


POWER Digest [April 2024]
POWER Digest [April 2024]

GA Drilling, ZeroGeo Energy Collaborate on Deep Geothermal Power Project. Geothermal drilling technology company GA Drilling and ZeroGeo Energy GmbH in February announced the companies have a memorandum of understanding…


Germany Shutters Seven More Coal-Fired Power Units
Germany Shutters Seven More Coal-Fired Power Units

Two German energy companies said they shut down seven coal-fired power plants over the Easter holiday weekend, taking more than 3,000 MW of generation capacity offline for decommissioning. The German…


Charging Corridors, Stations Will Support Heavy-Duty EV Trucks
Charging Corridors, Stations Will Support Heavy-Duty EV Trucks

The push for electrification of the transportation sector is being supported by companies making significant investments in charging infrastructure. These groups are taking innovative approaches, including utilizing solar power, to…


The POWER Interview: Remote Monitoring Key For Asset Management
The POWER Interview: Remote Monitoring Key For Asset Management

Developments in communication technology, including software applications and new control hardware, are providing utilities the ability to monitor assets, analyze alarms, and control their power generation facilities remotely. Companies are…