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EIB grants €120 million loan to Iberdrola for energy innovation in Spain

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The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €120 million loan agreement with Iberdrola to support research and innovation in energy technologies, focusing on accelerating electrification and decarbonisation. The total investment associated with these initiatives amounts to €250 million. The funding will be directed toward the development of renewable energy technologies, including solar photovoltaic, hydro, wind power, hybrid, and agrovoltaic projects. It will also support research into decarbonisation technologies such as green hydrogen and heat…

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AI-Powered Load Forecasting and Smart Grids: Yellakari Kesava Charyulu’s Vision for Andhra Pradesh’s Energy Future

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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…

8. Policy and Regulation: Shaping the Future of the Energy Sector

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Imagine the energy sector as a vast highway system. Energy policies are the road signs, traffic lights, and speed limits that keep everything flowing smoothly. They guide investments, ensure fair competition, protect consumers, and set the standards for environmental responsibility. Without these rules, the system could fall into chaos, with inefficient power plants, unreliable electricity supply, and unchecked environmental damage. For example, renewable energy growth is heavily influenced by supportive government policies. Countries that offer…

7. Innovation in Power Sector: Shaping the Future with Emerging Technologies

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The power sector, once defined by heavy infrastructure and long-established methods, is now in the midst of a remarkable transformation. Technological innovation is driving new possibilities, making the industry smarter, cleaner, and more efficient. Let us take a dive into some of the most exciting emerging technologies and see how they are reshaping the way we generate, distribute, and manage energy. Smart Meters: Empowering Consumers and UtilitiesSmart meters are quietly revolutionizing how we consume electricity….

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3. Transmission and Distribution: The Journey from Generation to Consumption

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Transmission and distribution (T&D) comes into play once electricity is generated. You can think of transmission lines as highways for electricity—they allow it to travel over long distances at very high speeds. The reason electricity is sent over high-voltage transmission lines is that it helps minimize energy loss during the journey. When electricity travels at low voltages, it loses a lot of energy as heat. However, by stepping up the voltage (increasing the power), the…