In This Issue
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Plant DesignGravity Base Ballast Provides Tidal Turbines with a Sturdy Grip
Offshore wind turbines deliver a strong promise in today’s tough times of climate changes’ debate. The rapid development of the sector favors the need for new gravity concepts. Besides design, ballast is a critical element responsible for the turbine’s stabilization and therefore its success. Its quality, density, and weight, defined by the material choice and […]
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NewsMoving Toward Mainstream—The Rise of Renewable Goals
More states are setting targets for renewable energy. Cities and counties are joining in. Utilities are formalizing commitments. And economics, as always, play a major role. The transition to clean energy
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RenewablesFlow Batteries: Energy Storage Option for a Variety of Uses
Energy storage is becoming increasingly important to the power industry. Lithium-ion battery technology has been implemented in many locations, but flow batteries offer significant benefits in long-duration
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NuclearA New Frontier for Nuclear Fuels
Though much attention has been focused on the exciting realm of nuclear reactor technology innovation, major efforts to improve nuclear fuels—and boost power generation safety and economics—are underway
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NewsDriving Change on the Grid—The Impact of EV Adoption
Utilities and other power generators need to prepare now for increased loads as the electrification of transportation grows. As with any challenge, opportunities exist for those willing to invest in electric
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O&MNovel System Uses Condenser Water for District Heating
Conventional district heating systems are generally designed around the load. However, an alternate approach would be to design around potential heat sources, including the waste heat from power plants. Many
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GasWinning Operations, Maintenance, Environmental, Safety, and Technical Solutions
The Combustion Turbine Operations Technical Forum (CTOTF) recently announced the winners of the 2nd annual CTOTF/POWER Innovation Excellence awards, which recognize outstanding performance in various
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O&MNew Technology Improves Refractory Maintenance and Shutdown Planning
Power plants require regular maintenance outages to stay in top condition, but shutdown periods can be stressful. New tools are available that can save time, reduce labor costs, and improve safety. The
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GasHow to Clean Natural Gas Piping with Gas Blows
Prior to placing newly installed natural gas piping and valves in service, systems must be properly cleaned to remove potentially damaging foreign material that is inherently left behind during construction
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TechnologyDigital Transformation: Lessons from a Leader
Is your company’s information technology (IT) department your friend or your enemy? Does it work with you to identify, evaluate, and select the best new digital technology to make your job easier and your