Only a few months ago, the news coming from a mega event in Gujarat assured us that India is not only going to achieve but surpass the 500 GW from non-fossil fuel capacity target set for 2030. The general mood has turned quite the opposite after the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) fiasco on climate finance targets committed for transfer from the developed countries. The media reports of 55GW of awarded renewable energy (RE) capacity…
Interview with Nick Daprocida, CEO of E2E Energy Solutions, Canada E2E Energy and Novus Earth to Develop Geothermal Project in Canada E2E Energy Solutions has partnered with Novus Earth to develop the Latitude 53 Hinton geothermal energy project near Hinton, Alberta, with construction scheduled to begin in early 2025. This two-phase initiative aims to utilize geothermal energy for sustainable agriculture and clean electricity generation, strengthening Alberta’s renewable energy landscape. Here’s what Nick Daprocida,…
The global shift towards renewable energy is crucial in mitigating climate change, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and ensuring a sustainable future. Yet, this transition is far from equitable. For carbon-intensive regions, where economies and livelihoods are tightly linked to fossil fuels, the renewable energy transition presents significant challenges. These regions face the risk of economic destabilization, job loss, and social upheaval. In this context, the concept of energy justice has emerged as a critical framework…
In this insightful interview, Yellakari Kesava Charyulu, Chief Engineer at the Andhra Pradesh State Load Dispatch Center (SLDC), discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with managing a power grid in one of India’s most dynamic states. As renewable energy plays an increasingly larger role, Mr. Charyulu explains how the SLDC is adapting to integrate intermittent power sources, manage peak demand, and adopt cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and smart grids. He also shares…
Advancement of Nuclear Energy Through a Materials Engineering Perspective Climate change and diminishing fossil fuels have fostered the development of cleaner and more sustainable energy sources since the past half a century. Advancements in nuclear energy have been gaining renewed attention as a source of stable and non-intermittent energy. Advanced nuclear reactors, heralded as the next generation of nuclear technology, promise to deliver safer, more efficient, and more sustainable energy. However, the success of these…