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Pomona College Implements Hybrid Electric System in New CGE Building to Advance Sustainability Goals

Pomona College Implements Hybrid Electric System in New CGE Building to Advance Sustainability Goals

Pomona College is incorporating a hybrid electric application into its new Center for Global Engagement (CGE) building, set to open in 2028. This decision follows an engineering analysis and aims to balance sustainability with practical considerations. The hybrid system will feature all-electric residence hall kitchens, lounges, and apartments, equipped with electric stoves, water heaters, and electric mini-splits. However, larger central systems within the building will utilize gas-powered technology. This approach was adopted after the college determined that commercial all-electric equipment was not as advanced or reliable as residential options. The CGE building is designed to use 50% less energy than a typical structure of its size and is targeting LEED Gold Certification, a high-level sustainability designation from the U.S. Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program. Other sustainability features include a 128-kW rooftop solar array, a high-reflectance roof, right-sized...
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Sodium-Ion Batteries Expand into Diverse U.S. Markets as Alternative to Lithium-Ion

Sodium-Ion Batteries Expand into Diverse U.S. Markets as Alternative to Lithium-Ion

Sodium-Ion Batteries Expand into Diverse U.S. Markets as Alternative to Lithium-Ion
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Namaste Solar Introduces Impact ESA to Extend Commercial Solar Incentives to Colorado Homeowners

Namaste Solar Introduces Impact ESA to Extend Commercial Solar Incentives to Colorado Homeowners

Namaste Solar Introduces Impact ESA to Extend Commercial Solar Incentives to Colorado Homeowners
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New York Climate Week Highlights Global Climate Challenges and Innovations

New York Climate Week Highlights Global Climate Challenges and Innovations

New York Climate Week concluded with over 100,000 attendees participating in more than 1,000 events across Midtown Manhattan. The week showcased advancements in clean energy, including Kairos Power's $70 million investment in modular nuclear reactors and Kanin Energy's $60 million Series A funding for waste heat-to-electricity plants. U.S. solar installations reached 11.4 GW in Q2 2026, marking a 45% year-over-year increase. However, challenges persist, such as the Moss Landing battery storage facility fire and skepticism among U.S. voters about renewable energy costs. The event also highlighted the impact of El Niño, which could make 2027 the hottest year globally, and the increasing role of battery storage in mitigating climate risks.
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China Targets Large-Scale Application of All-Solid-State Batteries by 2030

China Targets Large-Scale Application of All-Solid-State Batteries by 2030

China Targets Large-Scale Application of All-Solid-State Batteries by 2030
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AI Data Centers Could Integrate with Power Grids Through Flexible Demand, Study Suggests

AI Data Centers Could Integrate with Power Grids Through Flexible Demand, Study Suggests

A recent modeling study by an international research team, led by TU Wien, suggests that AI data centers in the U.S. could operate within existing grid capacities by reducing electricity consumption for as little as 35 hours per year. This approach challenges the traditional view of data centers as constant consumers and proposes they become flexible entities that adapt to grid conditions. The study highlights that many computing tasks, such as training large AI models, can be shifted to times when renewable energy is abundant. This flexibility would require special contracts guaranteeing a base capacity while allowing temporary reductions during grid strain. The research also points out the need for better data on data center electricity consumption to effectively plan grid infrastructure. Currently, the energy demand of AI data centers is dramatically increasing, with 39% of gas-fired power generation capacity under development in the U.S. by the end of 2025 intended to supply these facilities, raising c...
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Cargill Seeks Solar Maintenance Planner in Newark, CA to Bolster Food and Agricultural Solutions

Cargill Seeks Solar Maintenance Planner in Newark, CA to Bolster Food and Agricultural Solutions

Cargill Seeks Solar Maintenance Planner in Newark, CA to Bolster Food and Agricultural Solutions
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U.S. Department of Energy Funds XGS Energy for Waterless Geothermal Development in New Mexico

U.S. Department of Energy Funds XGS Energy for Waterless Geothermal Development in New Mexico

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected XGS Energy to receive funding as part of a broader initiative to accelerate geothermal energy development across the United States. This funding, part of over $99 million allocated by the DOE, aims to advance next-generation geothermal technology. XGS Energy, in collaboration with Baker Hughes, New Mexico Tech, and Sandia National Laboratories, will focus on developing a system that generates geothermal power without consuming water. This approach is particularly crucial for New Mexico, a region rich in geothermal heat but scarce in water resources. The project involves drilling a deep vertical appraisal well to gather critical subsurface data, which will help reduce development uncertainty and inform future commercial geothermal projects in the state. The data collected will refine understanding of the subsurface, optimize well and project designs, and accelerate the deployment of reliable, around-the-clock geothermal power to New Mexico's grid.
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Ørsted Aims for 30% Offshore Wind Cost Reduction Over Next Decade

Ørsted Aims for 30% Offshore Wind Cost Reduction Over Next Decade

Ørsted Aims for 30% Offshore Wind Cost Reduction Over Next Decade
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Sofab Inks Receives NSF Grant to Advance Scalable Tin Oxide Layers for Perovskite Solar Cells

Sofab Inks Receives NSF Grant to Advance Scalable Tin Oxide Layers for Perovskite Solar Cells

Sofab Inks Receives NSF Grant to Advance Scalable Tin Oxide Layers for Perovskite Solar Cells
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Amazon's $144 solar-powered streetlight brightens your yard or driveway without excess fees

Amazon's $144 solar-powered streetlight brightens your yard or driveway without excess fees

It has 192 LED lights, runs for 12 hours, and comes with a remote control.
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International Renewable Energy Agency Director-General Highlights Renewables' Role in Reshaping Energy Security

International Renewable Energy Agency Director-General Highlights Renewables' Role in Reshaping Energy Security

Francesco La Camera, Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), states that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is redefining the concept of energy security. Historically, energy security was synonymous with a nation's oil and gas reserves. However, current global events are shifting this understanding towards a more diverse, decentralized, and domestically controlled energy system, with renewable sources at its core. La Camera notes that countries are realizing that a centralized fossil fuel-based energy system does not provide true energy security due to its concentration and vulnerability to geopolitical shocks. In contrast, renewables offer energy from multiple sources and locations, managed by various actors, making the system more resilient. He points out that countries with a higher proportion of renewables have generally navigated the current energy crisis more effectively. The transition towards renewables, initially driven by climate goals, is now significantly bol...