March 29 NEC Energy News
¶ “Renewable Energy Provided More Than 50% Of UK Electricity In 2024” • Renewable’s share of electricity generation was 50.8% in 2024, the first time that over half of the electricity came from renewables. It was the result of growth in renewable generation and a fall in nonrenewable generation. In 2024, a total 4.2 GW of renewable capacity was added. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “US States Race To Attract Smaller, Cheaper Nuclear Reactors For AI Development” • With the promise of newer, cheaper nuclear power on the horizon, U.S. states are vying to position themselves to build and supply the industry’s next generation as policymakers consider expanding subsidies and paving over regulatory obstacles. [NBC New York]
¶ “Carolina Wildfires: High Winds, Low Humidity Significantly Increase Threat” • Strong winds and low humidity made big problems for firefighters in the Carolinas, as wildfires have raged in both states. Red flag warnings were up in the western regions of the states, with wind gusts of 30 mph and relative humidity as low as 20%, officials said. [ABC News]
¶ “Vestas Confirms 495-MW Fengmiao 1 Deal” • Vestas has taken a 495-MW order from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for the Fengmiao 1 offshore wind project off the coast of Taiwan. The deal covers 33 turbines, each of 15 MW, and a long-term service agreement designed to ensure optimized performance of the assets, the OEM said. [reNews]
¶ “PG&E Advancing $43 Million For Nine New Community Microgrids In Northern California” • Pacific Gas and Electric Company announced its intent to award up to $43 million in Microgrid Incentive Program grant funding for the development of nine new community microgrids in its Northern and Central California service area. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “Philadelphia Gas Works Looking At Geothermal Energy To Heat And Cool Schools ” • Philadelphia Gas Works is looking at geothermal energy to help keep kids cool in school. The utility issued a Request for Proposals for a firm to conduct a geothermal site survey and feasibility study in conjunction with the School District of Philadelphia. [The Well News]
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