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Solar
How to Continue the Solar Jobs Success Story
Solar power has transformed the energy landscape over the past decade, growing from a minimal percentage of U.S. energy use to become the top source of new electric generating capacity for three years in a
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News
Microgrids on the Moon: Discussing the Functionality of Remote Microgrids in Harsh Environments
Lunar microgrids, or remote microgrids detached from any utility grid, are fully capable of powering and monitoring many different infrastructures, even in space. NASA recently revealed plans to explore the
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O&M
Net-Zero Goals Require Decarbonization Across the Value Chain
If reaching net zero was easy, we would have done it already. The reality is that removing the global economy’s reliance on carbon is incredibly complex, and there’s no single “magic fix” that will
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O&M
Switching to an Electric Forklift: How to Calculate the Battery Amp-Hour Capacity
Electrifying forklift fleets has become a priority for many material handling operations that are playing catch-up on this industry trend. Over half of all lift trucks sold in the U.S. in 2018 already were electric, and the pace of transitioning to electric motive power has only accelerated in the last years. Switching from liquid petroleum […]
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Solar
Australia Taking ‘Renewable’ Approach to Decommissioning Coal Plants
Australia stands at a crossroads when it comes to its energy strategy. On the one hand, the country has moved to embrace clean energy in the past few years, with renewables growing to 29% of total generation
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Commentary
‘West Virginia v. EPA’ Will Shape, but Not Stop, Power Plant Regulation
After the Supreme Court handed down its decision in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) earlier this year, many speculated on what it does—and does not—mean for future power plant rules
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Marmaduke
POWER Icons: The Adventures of Marmaduke and Marnie Surfaceblow
Long-time POWER readers may remember Marmaduke Surfaceblow, a fictional character whose engineering escapades were brilliantly portrayed in hundreds of stories published within POWER magazine’s pages over more than 30 years beginning in 1948. Today, the story continues through Marmy’s granddaughter, Marnie, who is an engineering wiz in her own right. Marmaduke Surfaceblow was a crusty […]
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History
Past, Present, and Future: A Look at Where POWER’s Been and Where It’s Headed
October 2022 marks the 140th anniversary of POWER magazine. It’s obviously a notable achievement. There aren’t many magazines of any type that have been in continuous print for as long as POWER, and even fewer in the B2B (business-to-business) media space. Our staff is incredibly proud of the accomplishment. The Past POWER’s mission has always […]
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History
History of Power: The Evolution of the Electric Generation Industry
POWER magazine was launched in 1882, just as the world was beginning to grasp the implications of a new, versatile form of energy: electricity. During its 135-year history, the magazine’s pages have
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Wind
Siemens Gamesa Will Cut Nearly 3,000 Jobs
Renewable energy giant Siemens Gamesa announced it will cut nearly 3,000 jobs as the company tries to turn around its financial fortunes. The group in a statement on Sept. 29 said, “In order to realize the company’s projections for growth, Siemens Gamesa is working to strengthen specific areas within key leading markets to capitalize on […]