#energy policy

Despite progress on Empire Wind, unstable federal support could delay future investments and drive offshore manufacturing overseas.

Utah and Indiana have passed bipartisan laws to boost grid capacity using advanced transmission tech, cutting costs, easing congestion, and meeting rising energy demand.

Colombia has announced six major power transmission projects as part of its 2024-28 transmission expansion roadmap.

Nearly half of Africans lack reliable electricity.

This massive investment aims to expand hydropower, enhance battery storage, upgrade transmission capacity, and enable virtual power plants across PG&E’s service area.

The UK’s energy regulator, Ofgem, has launched a public consultation on a proposed subsea cable replacement project in the Scottish Hebrides.

India’s power output growth slowed to its lowest rate since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2024, according to recent data.

As Austria grapples with its second consecutive year of economic recession, Verbund’s strategy offers a potential lifeline.

Prioritises reliability improvements to support renewable energy growth and continued economic development.

Germany’s power margin is set to drop as low wind speeds and colder weather strain the power system.

This £5-8 billion fund aims to fast-track the procurement of critical energy transmission infrastructure.

This bold initiative is part of Indonesia’s broader strategy to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and transition towards cleaner energy sources.

On track to achieve the 2030 target six years early, with plans to add 1.2 TW of solar and wind capacity.

Aims to address the current backlog of 722GW of connection requests.

The grid is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need for greater resilience and reliability.

As we look to the future, it’s clear that VSC-HVDC technology will continue to play a major role in the power grid.

Cuba is facing a severe power crisis, with millions of people left without electricity for days.

GETs can help to increase the hosting capacity of the grid, allowing it to accommodate more renewable energy sources.

The bill requires utilities to evaluate GETs projects for seven distinct cost-saving, decarbonization, and safety benefits. 

Grid connections remain the biggest barrier to renewables rollout.

While innovative technologies play a crucial role in modernising infrastructure, there is also a pressing need for practical solutions that streamline regulatory processes.

“The Inflation Reduction Act makes the largest investment in rural electrification since FDR and the New Deal in the 1930s.” -John Podesta

The Nigerian Government’s plan to invest further $800 million in the construction of substations and distribution networks is part of the Presidential Power Initiative.

“Missing link so far is permitting reform.” -David Crane, DOE Undersecretary for Infrastructure