Energy Infrastructure Articles
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Commercial & Industrial Application/ Permanent Lng Installation - Case Study
Use of LNG to replace other liquid fuels (propane, distillate fuel oil, bunker/residual fuel) is increasing worldwide. There are several incentives driving these conversions. Initially after the shale gas boom in the USA, the incentives were largely economic as natural gas prices plummeted, also bringing down the cost of LNG vs. conventional liquid fuels. The rapid growth of both international ...
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Utility Companies: Energy Services and Goals 2024
Utilities are a key player with which almost all individuals or companies must interact. Organizations require energy to carry out their business activities, and therefore seek out the utilities that provide the best service. In last week's article, we delved into the context of Energy Service Companies, examining their challenges, priorities, and trends. Today, we shift the focus to utilities. ...
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Plastic Pyrolysis: Exploring Alternative Energy Sources
In the quest for sustainable energy solutions, plastic to fuel machines emerge as a promising avenue, harnessing the power of pyrolysis to transform discarded plastics into usable energy. Pyrolysis, a thermal decomposition process in the absence of oxygen, offers a pathway to convert non-recyclable plastics into valuable resources. Plastics, ubiquitous in modern life, pose a significant ...
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Energy Service Companies and Their Main Challenges and Priorities in 2024
You have probably seen that we have already shared the results of our State of Energy Management 2023 survey. How exciting! So the report is now available for free download. Just like in previous editions, our attention in this year’s survey was directed towards Energy Service Companies (ESCOs), exploring the obstacles encountered in 2023, their focal points for 2024, and the anticipated ...
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Ecological Elegance: Plastic Pyrolysis Technology Advantages
In the realm of sustainable solutions, the crescendo of environmental concerns has led to the emergence of innovative technologies. Among these, the plastic pyrolysis plant stands tall as a beacon of promise, offering a nuanced approach to mitigating the pervasive plastic predicament. Let's delve into the intricate tapestry of advantages woven by this avant-garde technology. 1. Efficient Resource ...
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Biomass Plant Hebei, China - Case Study
The annual processing capacity of the plant is approximately 130,000 tons of agricultural biomass, including corn and straw. The biogas generated will be used as a substitute for natural gas for transportation and injected into the natural gas pipeline network. ...
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Accelerating the Renewable Energy Movement with Advanced Gas Analysis Techniques
The global drive towards renewable energy sources has gained remarkable momentum in recent years. As the world grapples with the urgent need to mitigate climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the renewable energy movement has emerged as a beacon of hope. Within this transformative landscape, advanced gas analysis techniques have assumed a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency, ...
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Expanding Multimodal Transport Hubs to Centralize Electric Vehicle Charging
As cities expand, they need more sustainable and effective modes of transportation. Hubs for multimodal transportation, which combine several forms of transportation, might be useful. Nonetheless, it's critical to focus and provide electric mobility incentives to advance sustainable transportation. These hubs provide commuters with a range of alternatives as they are furnished with features ...
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Winds of Change: Offshore Wind Farms at the Forefront of Energy Transition
At a time when the importance of turning to sustainable energy sources and reducing our carbon footprint is increasingly recognised, offshore wind farms represent a ray of hope amid growing concerns about the energy crisis. They constitute a significant step forward in the search for long-term solutions in the field of renewable energies and sustainable development. In this article, we take a ...
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How To Charge A Lithium Ion Battery?
Introduction: Lithium-ion batteries in smartphones, computers, and electric cars must be charged to last and work well. Proper charging techniques are needed to avoid overcharging, burning, and safety risks. Learn more how to safely and effectively charge a lithium-ion battery. This will help you get the most out of your device and extend its power life. Lithium-ion batteries in smartphones, ...
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ATCO - Case Study
Monitoring an expansive natural gas distribution network in remote locations, while ensuring worker safety. ...
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Photovoltaics and Building Efficiency towards a Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
According to statistics, 40% of the energy consumption in Europe comes from the building sector. This led the European Commission to create energy efficiency directives to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, introducing the concept of NZEB or Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings. One of the main measures to be implemented is the requirement for all new buildings from 2021 (public buildings from ...
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Infrastructure and Electricity Meters In Africa
Infrastructure and Electricity Meters In AfricaAfrica, the second largest continent in the world, is currently home to over 1.3 billion people, and its economy has experienced significant growth in recent years. However, despite this progress, the continent's infrastructure and energy sector still face numerous challenges that hinder further development. This essay will examine the current status ...
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Energy Mix: From Coal to Renewables
What energy sources are used in the UK to produce electricity? According to the BEIS (2022) the UK’s energy mix consists of primary oil (crude oil and Natural Gas Liquids), natural gas, primary electricity (consisting of nuclear, wind, solar and hydro) bioenergy and waste, and coal. In recent years, renewable energies have taken on an increasingly important role in energy production in the ...
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Energy Service Companies (ESCOs): Navigating Challenges and Opportunities
If you follow us on social media or are an avid reader of our blog, you will have noticed that the results of our survey "The State of Energy Management 2022" have been released and that you can now download our report for free. As in previous editions, this year we also focused on Energy Service Companies (ESCOs), the challenges they faced in 2022, their priorities for 2023 and the trends they ...
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What to Know: EV Charging Infrastructure Report
Currently in the US, there are fewer than 46,000 EV public charging sites in comparison, 150,000 gasoline fueling stations—and with changes to energy infrastructure on the horizon for the US, you need to keep up-to-date with changes in EV charging infrastructure in the US in 2022. What to Know About EV Charging infrastructure in the US Accelerating the transition to electric vehicles (EV) ...
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What Does the Inflation Reduction Act Mean for Clean Energy?
The inauguration of Joe Biden as president of the United States sparked auspicious investment into revitalizing renewable energy industries and helping make Americans’ lives more sustainable. That begins with the Inflation Reduction Act and clean energy. This blog will briefly talk about the Inflation Reduction Act, its passage, why it is of such importance for the clean energy sector and ...
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what can YTL offer the African Market?
Usually, the electricity market is divided into two parts: the rural market and the urban market. Depending on the characteristics of the different markets, the power metering systems are different. Yongtailong has been deeply involved in the African region for more than 10 years. Different countries have their own characteristics, but they also have a lot in common. 1.Electricity in rural areas ...
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A holistic approach to harness renewable energy
The healthcare industry is being called upon to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build more climate resistant infrastructure through the U.S. Office of Climate Change and Health Equity’s (OCCHE) Health Care Sector Pledge. As a result, healthcare facilities will need to incorporate clean energy solutions such as distributed generation to make good on this commitment. With this comes key ...
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Transformation in Telecommunication Infrastructure - ASCO Power Technologies
On February 21 2021, Bablu Kazi held his phone to my face and shared how it had more powerful processing power than the computers NASA used to send Apollo 11 to the moon. It was a strong example of the changes in telecommunications that set the pace for a really interesting conversation. Bablu Kazi is a Senior Electrical Engineer with Morrison Hershfield, a consulting engineering firm that ...
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