November 10 NEC Energy News
¶ “A 30-MW Space Solar Power Plant Is Scheduled For 2030” • UK startup Space Solar has announced a collaboration with the climate initiative Transition Labs to build a 30-MW solar power plant in orbit and beam solar energy down to a site in Iceland by 2030. The Icelandic energy firm Reykjavik Energy has signed up as an offtaker. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “NextEra Energy CEO Says NuScale Energy’s Business Model Isn’t Worthwhile” • NuScale Power is an upstart hoping to be at the forefront of what could be a massive overhaul of the nuclear power industry. But at least one notable utility industry veteran doesn’t think NuScale Power’s approach will work out as well as investors would like. [Yahoo Finance]
¶ “The Renewable Energy Revolution: An Unstoppable Force” • The return of Donald Trump signals a shift in the US stance on climate policy, and his administration’s actions are expected to diverge sharply from recent climate-forward policies. Yet, with significant advancements in renewables, the world’s sustainable energy future seems unstoppable. [Microgrid Media]
¶ “NYC Under Drought Watch After Second Driest October In Recorded History” • New York City agencies are being ordered to make water conservation plans and residents urged to “conserve every drop possible” as a drought watch follows a historically dry October. October saw the second longest rainless streak in the city’s recorded history. [MSN]
¶ “Inchcape And BYD Partner In New Distribution Agreement For Ethiopia” • In an unprecedented move some months ago, Ethiopia became effectively the first country in the world to ban the import of internal combustion engine vehicles. This ban has led to a surge in sales of EVs in Ethiopia. BYD is partnering with Inchcape to sell them. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “How Landfills Can Help Solve the Renewable Energy Land Shortage” • While energy companies often seek out prime land to develop wind and solar farms, landfills offer an alternative option that is unlikely to garner broad opposition. A number of countries, including the US, France, and the UK, are pursuing landfill solar projects. [OilPrice.com]
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