Electricity news
Here are some recent news articles and updates on the electricity industry:
Renewable Energy
- Solar Power Sets New Record in the US: The US solar industry set a new record in the first quarter of 2023, with solar power generation reaching 23.6 gigawatts (GW), according to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). [Source: SEIA]
- Wind Power Capacity Reaches 122 GW in the US: The US wind industry has reached a new milestone, with a total installed capacity of 122 GW, according to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). [Source: AWEA]
Grid and Infrastructure
- Grid Resilience Improves with Advanced Technologies: A new report by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) finds that advanced technologies, such as energy storage and grid management systems, can improve grid resilience and reduce the risk of power outages. [Source: NREL]
- Smart Grid Investments Reach $10 Billion in 2022: A new report by Wood Mackenzie finds that smart grid investments reached $10 billion in 2022, driven by the increasing adoption of advanced technologies such as IoT sensors and artificial intelligence. [Source: Wood Mackenzie]
Electric Vehicles
- Electric Vehicle Sales Reach Record High in the US: Electric vehicle (EV) sales in the US reached a record high in the first quarter of 2023, with over 100,000 EVs sold, according to the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA). [Source: EDTA]
- Tesla Leads the Pack in EV Sales: Tesla remains the leading electric vehicle manufacturer in the US, with over 50% market share, according to a new report by InsideEVs. [Source: InsideEVs]
Energy Storage
- Energy Storage Capacity Reaches 2.5 GW in the US: The US energy storage industry has reached a new milestone, with a total installed capacity of 2.5 GW, according to the Energy Storage Association (ESA). [Source: ESA]
- Flow Batteries Gain Popularity for Grid-Scale Applications: Flow batteries are gaining popularity for grid-scale energy storage applications, due to their scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, according to a new report by BloombergNEF. [Source: BloombergNEF]
Policy and Regulation
- US Senate Passes Climate Change Bill: The US Senate has passed a climate change bill, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. [Source: The Hill]
- California Sets Ambitious Renewable Energy Target: California has set an ambitious renewable energy target, aiming to generate 60% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. [Source: California Air Resources Board]
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