Renewable Energy Magazine-General newsletter

EPA Finalizes New Renewable Fuel Standards

President Trump has announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized the historic Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Set 2” final rule. The final rule increases the use of homegrown American biofuels.

EDF and Matrix Renewables partner on major 500 MW battery storage project in Scotland

EDF has entered into a long-term Battery Optimisation Agreement with Matrix Renewables for a 500 MW/1 GWh battery energy storage system under development at Eccles, Scotland, where EDF will provide route-to-market services and optimise the battery across all energy markets once operational.

Eco Wave Power Successfully Concludes Port of Los Angeles Pilot Program

Eco Wave Power announced that it has submitted the final project completion report to Shell International Exploration and Production Inc. (“Shell”), marking the successful completion of the wave energy pilot objectives under a Pilot Test Agreement entered between the parties in 2024.

Congresswomen Budzinski and Fischbach Introduce Legislation to Bolster Biomanufacturing 

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) recently introduced the Biobased Materials Investment and Production Act to strengthen the domestic supply chain and create new markets for American farmers by incentivizing the production of biobased chemicals and materials.

From Wood Waste to Watts: Unlocking the Potential of Biomass for Greener Sodium-Ion Batteries

A new perspective from materials scientists outlines how the fundamental components of plants—cellulose, lignin, and hemicellulose—can be optimized to create low-cost, high-performance battery anodes.

gridX makes gridbox energy management gateway available for UK households and charging stations

Energy management provider gridX is now offering a G100-2-compliant local (home) energy management gateway, the ‘gridBox’, to households and charging stations across the UK.

Intelligent Energy Supports Major UK Hydrogen Project 

Intelligent Energy, a leading hydrogen fuel cell developer, is supporting the Lighter than Aire (LtA) Hydrogen Valley project by powering a fleet of 40 warehousing trucks across two major logistics hubs in Yorkshire and Humber.

“We expect the Government of Spain to launch its first offshore wind tender this year” - Interview with Tinne Van der Straeten, CEO WindEurope

Tinne Van der Straeten was appointed CEO of WindEurope on February 2, just two months ago, after navigating more than five long and complex years as Minister of Energy in Belgium. 

ScottishPower embarks on five-year £12 billion investment plan to rewire central and southern Scotland

ScottishPower’s transmission business, SP Energy Networks, has officially kick-started its five-year £12 billion rewiring programme of the central and southern Scotland electricity grid, aimed at increasing grid capacity, strengthening energy security and help prepare Britain for an all-electric future.

NY Gov. Hochul Expands Clean Energy Workforce Commitment With $50 Million In New Funding

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the expansion of New York State's clean energy workforce commitment with $50 million in new funding to prepare workers for careers in energy efficiency and renewable energy. The new Clean Energy Career Pathways Training and Technical Skills Training and Upskilling programs are part of a $320 million commitment for clean energy workforce development and training and provide funding for projects that develop career pathways training, upskilling, and reskilling initiatives for new and existing workers.

NYPA Announces Support of Hannacroix Solar, a 5-MW Renewables Project in Greene County

The New York Power Authority announced its participation in the development of Hannacroix Solar, a 5-MW solar project located in Greene County. The Power Authority support for the project will help ensure it is developed ahead of deadlines associated with the expiration of federal tax credits for solar and wind projects. 

Sungrow Announces 1,155 MWh C&I BESS Partnership in South Africa

Sungrow has signed a landmark agreement with Herholdt’s Group, its official distribution partner in South Africa, to deploy a total of 1,155 MWh of commercial and industrial (C&I) battery energy storage systems (BESS). 

Nordex Group Receives 42 MW Order From Max Bögl 

The Nordex Group has received an order from Max Bögl for the supply and installation of six wind turbines for the Peckelsheim community wind farm in North Rhine-Westphalia. The N163/6.X turbines will be installed on 164-meter-high hybrid towers. Additionally, the contract includes a 20-year service agreement, ensuring the long-term availability and performance of the turbines.

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