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Trump's EPA Set to Undo Limits on Power Plant Emissions
The Trump administration has announced several regulatory rollbacks designed to curb limits on power plant emissions, along with cutting protections for air and water quality. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator…
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O&M in the Power Sector: The Latest Innovation Redefining Asset Optimization

As the power sector grapples with aging infrastructure, stricter sustainability mandates, and the rapid integration of renewables, innovation in operations and maintenance (O&M) has become critical to balancing cost, reliability, and environmental goals.

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Maryland Officials Support Gas Plants Among Cleaner Forms of Generation
Maryland lawmakers have introduced a bill in the state legislature that sponsors say would provide an easier path to build new power plants, including natural gas-fired facilities, and lower utility bills for ratepayers as part of the process.
Corporate Buyers Sign Deals With Texas Solar Energy Projects
Technology company Cisco is among the groups involved in six virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) to secure energy from two solar power plants being developed in Texas.
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Turbine MRO Best Practices: Expert Guide to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul

Effective maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) practices are vital for reliable turbine operation. Innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence and 3D scanning are transforming MRO processes. Proactive planning and using systematic problem-solving approaches can also help reduce downtime and ensure reliable performance.

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Software and DLRs Key to Unlocking Power Grid's Potential
Imagine unlocking 30% more power from our existing grid overnight. That's the potential we're ignoring, and it's costing us billions. The demand for energy is rising, and utilities are struggling…
SHINES Project Will Harness Tidal, River Energy in European Region
The SHINES project, or Showcasing Hydrokinetic energy Innovations for Northwest European Energy Sovereignty, is underway, bringing together 14 partners from France, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Germany. Co-financed by…
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Lawmakers Scrutinize Power Sector's Future as Surging Demand Raises Alarms
In a hearing that underscored the mounting challenges facing the American power sector, industry leaders warned Congress that the nation’s power infrastructure is approaching a precarious juncture as unprecedented demand…
Best Maintenance Practices for Ball Valves in High-Pressure Systems
Among the various types of valves on the market, ball valves are critical in high-pressure systems, enabling precise fluid control in industries like power generation, chemical processing, and oil and…
Dominion Seeks Virginia Approval for 1-GW Gas-Fired Power Plant
Dominion Energy has asked Virginia officials to approve its request to build a new 1-GW natural gas-fired power plant, as the company seeks to add more generation capacity to help serve surging demand from data centers.
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Landsnet and Laki Power Tackle Severe Weather Challenges in Iceland
Landsnet owns and operates Iceland’s power transmission system and is responsible for building and maintaining a secure and reliable electrical grid. Monitoring the grid in Iceland is uniquely challenging because…
Arcadia, Perch Energy Announce Major Community Solar Deal
A Massachusetts-based solar energy firm is merging with the community solar arm of a renewable energy group to create one of the country's largest pure-play community solar companies. Perch Energy, based in Boston, and Arcadia on March 11 said they are joining to manage more than 3 GW of solar power capacity developed by more than 90 groups across 16 states.
The POWER Interview: Upgrading the Grid Key to Support Electrification
As buildings, EVs, and industrial processes are increasingly electrified, utilities are seeing grid demand rapidly growing. While this shift is necessary to reduce emissions, it also introduces new challenges for grid stability, capacity, and long-term reliability.
AI Infrastructure Group Will Build 300-MW Data Center in New Jersey
A Netherlands-headquartered company focused on building infrastructure for the artificial intelligence (AI) sector said it plans to build a new data center in New Jersey. Nebius Group, based in Amsterdam, said the facility would be part of a phased development that would be expandable up to a total capacity of 300 MW.
Baker Hughes, Woodside Energy Developing Decarbonization Solution Utilizing NET Power Platform
U.S.-based energy tech company Baker Hughes is joining with Australia's Woodside Energy in an initiative to develop a lower-carbon power generation technology solution specifically designed for oil and gas, heavy industries, and other smaller-scale applications.
Electric Hydrogen, Titan Join to Manufacture Electrolyzer Plants
Electric Hydrogen, a global manufacturer of high-power electrolyzer plants, on March 6 announced a strategic partnership with Titan, a Texas-based process equipment manufacturing group, for the fabrication and assembly of its 100-MW electrolyzer plant product.
UK Groups Supporting 2.2 GW of Battery Energy Storage in Spain
Two European companies announced an agreement to jointly develop as much as 2.2 GW of battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across Spain.
Leveraging VPPs to Prepare Utilities for Extreme Weather
From the Midwest to the South, the U.S. has experienced dangerous cold snaps this winter that challenge grid operators to meet rising heating demands. These temperature extremes are driven in…
Navigating International Arbitration in Power Generation: Key Insights for Dispute Resolution and Asset Protection
The Uniper Global Commodities SE (Uniper) dispute highlights geopolitical and legal risks in volatile markets. Uniper, once Germany’s top Russian gas importer, was nationalized after it faced financial chaos when…
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