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Massive Investment Revamps Aging Power Grid

The Biden administration has announced plans to invest $3.5 billion in 58 projects across 44 states, aimed at safeguarding the aging U.S. power grid against extreme weather, fires, and the

Tech Integration

Fusion Energy Meets 3D Printing

At a reputable research center, PhD candidate Alexander O’Brien delves into the enthralling realm of 3D printing and fusion energy. In doing so, he explores the potential of integrating 3D-printed

Rural Energy Revolution

Rural Energy: Clean Power Solutions Soar

The $9.7 Billion Rural Community Clean Energy Program initiated by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has received a total of 157 expressions of interest, signifying strong demand for clean

Ice Power

Ice Can Store Power?

Ice-based thermal energy storage systems are a novel solution to the growing problem of energy efficiency and carbon emissions in buildings. These systems operate by harnessing the cooling potential of

MCFR Reactor

New Type of Nuclear Reactor Begins Testing

On October 5, 2023, TerraPower, a company based in the United States, initiated testing on its first-ever nuclear molten chloride fast reactor (MCFR). This innovative technology could potentially offer a

Settlement Averts Hikes

Massive Settlement Averts Rate Hikes

Georgia Power Co. has reached a settlement agreement with Oglethorpe Power Corp. for $413 million, resolving a lawsuit in which Oglethorpe accused the utility of failing to fulfill financial commitments

SMR Nuclear Revolution

UK Transforms Their Nuclear Power with SMRs

The future of nuclear power in the United Kingdom appears to be shifting towards smaller, more adaptable solutions, with small modular reactors (SMRs) gaining traction. However, the progress of SMRs