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DOE announces up to $6M to develop clean energy products from coal and coal wastes

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The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) has announced up to $6 million available ( DE-FOA-0002620 ) for research and development (R&D) projects that will repurpose domestic coal resources for products that can be employed in clean energy technologies such as batteries and advanced manufacturing.

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DOE to award $28.35M for R&D on advanced processing of rare earth elements and critical minerals from coal-based resources

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Scandium and yttrium are included in the manufacture of cell phones, LED screens, solar panels, energy infrastructure, defense technologies, and other essential high-tech applications. AOI 2: Production of Critical Minerals (CM) (Excluding Rare Earth Elements or REE) from Coal-Based and Alternate Resources.

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US Renewable energy sources surpass coal generation

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Energy Information Administration (EIA) revealed that the United States generated more electricity from renewable energy sources than coal last year. The Inflation Reduction Act will significantly impact renewable energy sources within the United States since it provides incentives for wind and solar power generation.

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BloombergNEF: clean energy investment in developing nations slumps as financing in China slows; coal burn surges to record high

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New investment in wind, solar, and other clean energy projects in developing nations dropped sharply in 2018, largely due to a slowdown in China. This is due to wind and solar projects generating only when natural resources are available while oil, coal, and gas plants can potentially produce around the clock.

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PNNL study finds 2028 grid resource adequacy likely sufficient for high EV penetration; managed charging strategies can double adequacy

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A new study of the impact of high EV adoption on the Western US power grid by a team from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) has found that 2028 grid resource adequacy—from generation through transmission—is likely to be sufficient for high EV penetration. million for the WECC.

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Tesla’s solar neighborhood in Austin could help TX learn if renewables are viable

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The project aims to build the first Tesla Solar neighborhood, making a sustainable residential community. The Tesla Solar neighborhood was provisionally named SunHouse at Easton Park. Tesla Energy takes a stand against coal and gas generators in Australia. Tesla Energy also raised the price of its Solar Roof product.

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This utility in the US Midwest is going to add 3.6 GW of wind and solar

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Photo: Xcel Energy Xcel Energy just announced its big solar and wind plans in the US Midwest – here’s the lowdown. gigawatts (GW) of new wind and solar into the mix in the Midwest. GW of “always-available resources” by 2030 as backup power during peak demand. GW of wind and solar appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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