La malattia polmonare nera riappare negli Apalachi
In the realm of energy, several significant developments and challenges are unfolding across the United States.
Tennessee Valley Authority to Pave Way for Nuclear Fusion Reactor
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has announced plans to implode two stacks at a coal-fired power plant in Tennessee, making way for a nuclear fusion reactor prototype. This move is part of TVA's ongoing efforts to transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Arkansas Acciaieria Passa al Rinnovabile
In Arkansas, an steelmaking plant is using a 186,000-panel solar array and a 160 MW battery storage system to produce rebar using 100% renewable energy. This shift towards renewable energy sources is a testament to the growing potential of sustainable energy in the industrial sector. (Arkansas Business)
Minnesota Preserva il Programma Solare Comunità
Minnesota has removed its community solar program from a recently passed energy omnibus bill, saving it from a repeal that could've stymied 500 MW of planned projects. This decision underscores the importance of community solar in promoting renewable energy and providing clean power to a wider audience. (Canary)
Virginia Proposta per un Centro di Ricerca Nucleare
A partnership in Virginia is proposing a nuclear energy research facility that would include a micro-scale reactor, involving businesses and universities. This initiative aims to advance nuclear energy research and development, potentially paving the way for a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. (Cardinal News)
Repubblicani del Senato Sostengono Sconti Fiscali per Petrolio e Gas
Senate Republicans have added tax breaks and subsidies for the oil and gas industry in their version of Trump's tax bill, including a provision to boost carbon capture projects. While this move is aimed at promoting cleaner fossil fuel technologies, it remains to be seen how effective these measures will be in reducing carbon emissions. (Washington Post)
Operatori della Rete Affrontano Sfide durante le Stagioni Intermedie
A report has found that historically uneventful shoulder seasons could present reliability challenges to grid operators due to aging infrastructure and weather events. This finding underscores the need for investment in grid modernization and resilience to ensure a stable supply of electricity. (Utility Dive)
Virginia Impone Regolamentazioni più Stringenti per gli Impianti Solari
A Virginia city has approved new noise and setback requirements for solar farms, marking a step towards more stringent regulations in the solar industry. (WHRO)
Twin Pines Minerals Abbandona il Piano per la Miniera di Titanio
Twin Pines Minerals has sold a Georgia property near the Okefenokee Swamp to the Conservation Fund, ending a debate over Twin Pines' plan to build a titanium mine. This decision highlights the growing concern for environmental preservation and the protection of sensitive ecosystems. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Associated Press)
Aumento di Malattie Polmonari Nere tra i Minatori più Giovani
A concerning trend has emerged with the rate of black lung disease among younger miners increasing, a trend not seen since the 1970s. This development underscores the need for improved safety measures and regulations in the mining industry. (New York Times)
Texas Blocca Iniezioni di Acqua di Scarto del Petrolio e del Gas
Texas regulators have suspended the permit of a Houston-area company to inject oil and gas wastewater in an earthquake-prone area, demonstrating a commitment to addressing environmental concerns and ensuring public safety. (Houston Chronicle)
Residenti Fermano Progetti di Centrale Elettrica a Gas e Data Center
Residents of a rural Virginia county have successfully fought a developer's efforts to build a 3,500 MW gas-fired power plant and 84 warehouse-sized data centers, highlighting the power of community activism in shaping energy infrastructure. (Daily Yonder)
Texas Distribuisce Generatori Mobili per Prevenire Carenze di Potenza
In response to potential power shortfalls, Texas-based CenterPoint Energy has deployed 15 large mobile generators to San Antonio. This move underscores the importance of having flexible and responsive energy resources to meet demand. (Utility Dive)
Virginia Attira l'Industria dei Data Center
The executive director of an economic development department in Virginia's Data Center Alley suggests attracting the data center industry and its revenue, recognizing the potential economic benefits of this growing sector. (Tallahassee Democrat)
Otto Progetti Solari in Virginia Procedono, Due Ritirati
Eight solar projects in Virginia are moving towards development, while developers for two projects have withdrawn their applications due to Dominion Energy requirements. This development underscores the challenges faced by solar developers in navigating utility regulations. (Farmville Herald)
Localizzazione del Parco Solare di Vesper Energy Ancora Sconosciuta
The exact location of solar company Vesper Energy's planned 200 MW solar farm has yet to be disclosed. (Unspecified Source)
Industria Solare della Florida Affronta Incertezze
The rollback of solar tax incentives in congressional Republicans' Big Beautiful Bill could devastate Florida's booming solar industry. (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Corte Suprema degli Stati Uniti Consente l'Archiviazione dei Rifiuti Nucleari
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily allowed nuclear waste storage at sites in rural Texas and New Mexico, despite Texas leaders considering laws around such projects. (Texas Tribune)
Vesper Energy Accorda con il Contea della Virginia per il Parco Solare
Solar company Vesper Energy has agreed to pay a Virginia county $1 million when it begins operations and annual payments thereafter as it receives an extension on its permit for a 200 MW solar farm. (Danville Register & Bee)
La Legge Bella e Grossa del Senato Offre Risultati Mischi per l'Energia
The Senate's Big Beautiful Bill contains positives for battery storage but will still gut hydrogen, EV, and home electrification incentives. (Canary)
Texas Stringe i Furti nei Campi Petroliferi
Texas lawmakers have passed bills to crack down on oil field thefts in the Permian Basin. (Texas Tribune)
Giardinieri del Colorado Abbracciano l'Attrezzatura Elettrica
In response to new state regulations, Colorado landscapers are transitioning to electric lawn equipment, marking a shift towards more sustainable and eco-friendly practices in the landscaping industry. (Canary)
