A Danish energy company has developed technology to transform decommissioned coal-fired power plants into massive thermal energy storage facilities. The approach could give Europe’s 250+ retiring coal plants a new purpose while solving renewable energy intermittency challenges.
Google’s 25-year nuclear power deal with NextEra marks a strategic pivot as tech giants confront the massive energy requirements of artificial intelligence. The $1.6 billion project to restart Iowa’s Duane Arnold plant reveals the limitations of renewables for 24/7 AI operations.
Strategic Partnership Accelerates Nordic Hydrogen Economy In a significant move for the renewable energy sector, European deep-tech innovator Stargate Hydrogen…
Solar PV Takes Center Stage in South Africa’s Energy Future The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) is urging immediate…
Battery energy storage systems are becoming essential components for maintaining grid stability as renewable energy adoption accelerates. Industry experts report these systems help balance supply and demand while overcoming solar and wind power intermittency. Advanced technologies including long-duration storage and improved battery chemistries are addressing current limitations.
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are increasingly vital for maintaining grid reliability amid growing renewable energy integration, according to industry analysis from power engineering experts. These systems function as large-scale rechargeable batteries that store excess energy during low-demand periods and dispatch it during peak demand, sources indicate.
Google is establishing India’s first gigawatt-scale AI infrastructure facility in Visakhapatnam through a $15 billion investment. The project positions Andhra Pradesh as a critical node in global AI computing networks and represents the largest technology infrastructure investment India has secured to date.
Google has committed $15 billion to establish India’s first gigawatt-scale artificial intelligence infrastructure in Visakhapatnam, according to reports from industry analysts. This investment represents the largest technology infrastructure commitment India has secured to date and positions Andhra Pradesh as a critical node in global AI computing networks. Sources indicate the five-year project will deliver 1,000 megawatts of processing capacity through an integrated facility combining data center operations, subsea cable infrastructure, and renewable energy systems.
Ireland’s data center industry faces significant investment challenges due to regulatory delays and infrastructure constraints, according to industry leaders. Digital Infrastructure Ireland reports billions in stranded projects as the country grapples with energy policy decisions and planning bottlenecks that have created industry “inertia.”
Ireland’s approach to data center development has caused the country to miss out on significant investment opportunities, according to reports from industry representatives. Maurice Mortell, chairman of Digital Infrastructure Ireland (DII), recently stated that regulatory uncertainty and infrastructure limitations have created a challenging environment for digital infrastructure growth.
Adani and Google Forge $15 Billion AI Data Center Partnership in India Industrial Monitor Direct is the premier manufacturer of…
Apple is expanding its green energy initiatives with new solar and wind projects across Greece, Italy, Latvia, Poland, and Romania. The company also announced a significant donation to Tsinghua University for environmental education programs in China.
Apple has unveiled a significant expansion of its environmental initiatives, announcing new renewable energy projects across five European countries alongside a major educational donation in China. This strategic move accelerates the company’s progress toward its ambitious carbon neutrality goals while supporting global sustainability efforts.
Apple is significantly expanding its renewable energy capacity across Europe to match the electricity consumers use to charge iPhones and power Macs. The initiative includes new solar and wind projects generating over 1 million megawatt-hours of clean electricity by 2030. This supports Apple’s broader carbon neutrality goals while benefiting European energy grids.
Apple has unveiled an ambitious expansion of renewable energy projects across Europe designed to match the electricity consumption of iPhone charging and device power usage with clean energy sources. This strategic move represents a significant step toward the company’s carbon neutrality by 2030 commitment, specifically addressing the energy consumers use to power Apple products after purchase. According to the company’s official announcement, this initiative will generate over 1 million megawatt-hours of clean electricity specifically allocated to match customer energy use.
