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The article evaluates various products related to hydrocarbon processing industry which includes a new Portable Transit Time Ultrasonic Flow Meter from AW-Lake, PSM-630, an automatic heavy-duty pressure switch from WIKA India and operations control software from AVEVA.

The article offers information on how net-zero goals require decarbonization across the value chain. Topics include information on how removing of the global economy's reliance on carbon is incredibly complex; importance of addressing the problem at every stage of the industrial value chain; and how combination of approaches applied across the value chain will help industries.

The article discusses the future of the use of hydrogen-powered gas turbines in the aviation industry as of October 2022. Topics include the history of the use of hydrogen fuel in terrestrial applications such as Pratt & Whitney's jet engine developed in 1956, the demonstration of the capacity to operate on pure hydrogen at the Long Ridge Energy Terminal in Ohio, and hydrogen fuel's low-pollution potential in comparison with kerosene-like jet fuel.

The article discusses the need of an integrated approach to renewable energy to address the electricity challenges in Africa. Topics include the views of Nicola Rump, principal environmental scientist at SRK Consulting, on the continent's abundant solar radiation ; South Africa's Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement (REIPPP) programme which has been hailed as a blueprint for renewables procurement in Africa; and the increased investment in national grid infrastructure.

The article focuses on maintenance equipment and tools used by plant operators. Topics include mentioning the use of physical as well as digital tools, enlisting the physical tools used power plants such as cylinders, pumps, and hydraulics, and using computerized maintenance management systems in determining the ways and duration of performing a task such as Proteus MMX from Eagle Technology Inc.

The innovative thinking behind strategies like PCEF, Ithaca's electrification plan, and the federal government's Justice40 could be our last and best chance for creating a low-carbon future in America. CLIMATE JUSTICE THE RESEARCH is sobering, but not surprising. The same old financing formulas won't achieve building decarbonization or address equity on the scale or with the speed needed. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the technical and economic aspect of district heating systems utilizing nuclear power as their energy source. It mentions the design of the heating system done to maximize electric power production, gives various approaches for its development, and challenges faced in its implementation.

The article focuses on challenges and solutions for improving power networks, addressing the cause of blackouts such as when demand exceeds the supply which leads to drop in frequency of the network, and mentions solutions to overcome blackouts such as smart power grids.

The article discusses job growth in energy sector. Topics include various companies providing workforce development training program to help in keeping staff updated with new technologies, educating and recruiting young professionals, and need for greater workforce in Solar energy and energy efficiency field.

The article offers information on development of a digital twin for the Atikokan Station, Ontario. Topics include information on how a digital twin is designed for the Atikokan biomass power plant which uses science-based Bayesian machine learning methods; how operation at low loads results in a number of challenges; and how the station has worked to optimize burner performance, limiting the need for auxiliary fuel support.

The article offers information on ensuring power grid health through a better asset management. Topics include information on how power sector has been evolving for years and technology has been instrumental in the change; how asset performance management and predictive maintenance tools can help power companies; and how to extend the lifespan of equipment, reduce operational costs, and improve safety.

The article is about the collaboration between drive specialist Flender and Dietzel Hydraulik in the development of hydraulic hoses for wind turbines. For a newly planned onshore gearbox with a capacity of over 6 MW, two different variants of the gearbox were to be equipped with the same hose package. Dietzel Hydraulik developed a customized hydraulic solution that perfectly met the customer's requirements. The use of a hose set for two gearbox variants simplified logistical processes and optimized overall costs. Onshore wind turbines play an important role in electricity generation from renewable energy sources in Germany. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports that Djibouti's initiation of a public-private partnership to obtain electricity from a 25 MW solar PV plant, the country's first solar independent power project, developed by AMEA Power in Grand Bara.

The article offers information on how Federal Energy Regulatory Commission can have a positive impact on grid reliability. Topics include information on wholesale electric and natural gas markets; actions by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) directly impact the U.S. economy; and the brazen ransom ware attack on Colonial Pipeline.

In this article the author talks about the Grate Britain power sector which has made great strides in decarbonizing, a credible solution for heat , and the Grate Britain currently relies terawatt hours (TWh) of energy to heat buildings, fuel transport and power electric generation. It also mentions that the H21 project began in Leeds as a feasibility study, examining whether converting the gas distribution network of a city was both technically possible and economically viable.

The article offers information on the importance of the demineralized water treatment system in the petrochemical industry. It mentions the presents key design considerations and approaches utilized in demineralized water treatment system design for U.S. hydrocarbon/chemical processing industries (HPI/CPI).

The article reports about the U.S. coal fleet declining due to economic forces, resulting from the low price of natural gas and higher costs of compliance with various environmental regulations for coat generators. Topics include the U.S. power industry increasing its capacity while demand for electricity has been stagnant; and how in some regions of the U.S., wind and solar energy generation are not as technically or economically viable as in other areas.

When the blades of individual Kaplan turbines are not continuously adjusted to achieve peak efficiency, the result is non-optimal performance and unnecessarily high mortality of downstream migrating fish. However, a new best-science method of index testing is available, which simultaneously improves fish passage of downstream migrants, increases service life of existing turbine-generating equipment, improves power generation, and increases revenue from power operations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

An interview with H. M. Hashemian, president and chief executive officer of the Analysis & Measurement Services Corp. (AMS) in the U.S., is presented. He explains the company's contribution in helping utility companies move from time-baed calibraiton of different instruments to need-based calibiration. Hashemian suggests new diagnositc and prognostic tools that can help companies ensure healthy nuclear power plant. He also mentions the availability of big data systems for the sector.

One of the oldest energy efficiency ideas—combined heat and power—is prospering in the U.S. and looks promising elsewhere as the world searches for low-cost energy by increasing efficiency while lowering carbon dioxide emissions. INSET: Bringing CHP Experience to Congress. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Many combined cycle power plants have established a pH guideline between 9.6 and 10.0 to minimize corrosion in heat recovery steam generators and condensers. Neutralizing amines are used to achieve these pH targets. This article examines amine selection, the pros and cons of ammonia-only versus organic blends, the final fate of organic amines, and the quandary of feeding neutralizing amines. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Nuclear power provides carbon-free electricity for a warming world. But is its use still practical, can it still be economic, is its promise still achievable, and is nuclear a key to combating climate change? So far, nuclear power has fallen short of those goals. Looking at advanced nuclear technologies, it's not certain that will change. INSET: The Advanced Nuclear Playlist. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses Ocean Renewable's project of setting up 150 kW (kilowatt) TidGen power system in Cobscook Bay in order to generate electrical power economically from ocean tides. Topics include views of Chris Sauer, president of Ocean Renewable Power, on same, developing technologies to harness the kinetic energy of rivers and oceans, according to U.S. Department of Energy, and tidal stream generators, which work like underwater wind turbines.

A myriad of issues come into play when parties execute power industry mergers and acquisitions. Part 2 of this two-part series looks at the issues involved with acquisition agreements, and some of the more highly negotiated provisions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the conduction of research with regard to generating electric power from nuclear fusion reactions. Topics discussed include the fusion research and development program conducted by the agency Atomic Energy Commission (AEC), headlines regarding nuclear fusion and application of magnetic fields and lasers in such reactions. Details on the origin of the nuclear fusion concept and its future are presented.

The total cost of generating electricity in the country witnessed a slight increase of 2.6%, clocking in at Rs8.22 KWh in March 2023 compared to Rs8.01 KWh registered in the month of February. "On a YoY basis, the decrease in fuel cost is witnessed mainly due to a rise in nuclear, hydel, and solar-based generation along with a 30% YoY decline in coal-based cost of generation", said Arif Habib Limited (AHL) in a note on Wednesday. [Extracted from the article]

The cost of power generation also declined massively by 28.5 percent in the month under review compared to the preceding month of January this fiscal, power generation data showed on Monday. During the first eight months of the current financial year, power generation also decreased by 7.1 percent YoY to 84,840 GWh (14,547MW) compared to 91,281 GWh (15,652MW) during the corresponding months of the last financial year. Power generation cost declined by 10.3 percent in February this financial year compared to the same month last fiscal as the share of nuclear and hydropower went up in overall electricity generation mix. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the growth for renewable power in the U.S. Renewable generation in 2017. It reportedly increased more than 13 percent over 2016, with generation from solar growing more than 47 percent and wind more than 12 percent over 2016's record-setting year. It adds that the 2017 top 20 ranking of generation from natural gas combined cycle power plants continues to be dominated by large, multi-unit power plants, located primarily in regulated power markets.

The article discusses the rise in construction of utility scale storage systems to deal with imbalance of power production from renewable energy. It notes that storage technology is designed to assist electricity generators both in front of the meter and behind the meter. Storage costs include the initial and replacement capital expenditure for the batteries, switching and distribution systems and ongoing operations and maintenance costs.

The article discusses the survey titled "2018 Strategic Directions: Smart Cities & Utilities Report" conducted by Black & Veatch that outlines the top three challenges faced by energy distributing systems. It includes reliability of power distribution systems, integrating distributed energy resources (DER) and improving both efficiencies and analytics. It notes that the growing investment in renewable energy is creating opportunities for ongoing modernization of the grid.

The article offers information on the 890-MW Topolobampo II combined cycle plant of Iberdrola Generación México. It mentions significant reforms to the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) of Mexico that controls the power generation and transmission infrastructure of the state. It notes that the plan is scheduled for commercial operation in January 2019.

The article focuses on increasing schemes in Europe regarding the use of marginally profitable gas-fired power plants to generate heat for cities. It refers to Lausward Power Plant's Fortuna Unit that achieves about 85% efficiency when operated in cogeneration mode. It highlights the European Union's effort to develop new combined heat and power (CHP) plants.

The article focuses on a report by the Geothermal Resources Council, which states that Kenya ranks eighth in the world in geothermal energy production and is poised to add more geothermal-sourced power to its grid in the next few years. It refers to the state-run Kenya Electricity Generating Co.'s announcement of its addition of 1,745 MW of geothermal generation by 2025. It refers to the Kenyan government's new energy policy to eliminate fossil fuel-powered generation.

The article focuses on industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and upgrading them to a modern distributed control system (DCS) which offers more than centralized plant control, monitoring and reporting. It mentions modernization can also help producers leverage advanced analytics to monitor and optimize multiple plants across their fleet. It also mentions power generation industry has long been a leader in data collection and analytics.

The article reports on the business condition of the energy industry. It looks at the global trends in power production, storage and utilization. The growth of energy production, storage and distribution in the U.S. is discussed. The market performance of the sector as well as the future outlook are also provided.

The article provides information on technology based on kesterite solar cells, which used to generate solar power. Topics discussed the use of the photovoltaic array to generate power by converting energy into an electric current, emissions targets in the Paris Agreement of generating 20% of global electricity by 2050, and performance of silicon cells.

The article focuses on the economic aspects of Finland with the application of the country's forest products. Topics include the use of technology innovations for the manufacturing of the forest products at the Aalto University of Finland, production of fibers from cellulose, and generation of electricity with the use of lignins.

The article focuses on how gas turbines (GTs) keep the high level of gas turbine power output by operating in a very clean air. Topics include the impact of high temperature to the performance level of GTs, the need to use supplementary devices to cool the inlet air and address the decline in power output, and the different technologies for achieving GT air intake cooling like evaporative cooler.

The article discusses how merchant markets for independent power producers in the U.S. are unfavorable, and many companies in the sector have slumping profits, as of January 2018. It discusses the views of Mauricio Gutierrez, chief of NRG Energy on the issue. It also discusses the views of John Shelk, head of the Electric Power Supply Association (EPSA), on the issue.

The article highlights the evolution of gas turbines, as of January 2018. It discusses how power producers have increasingly turned to natural gas as their fuel of choice, knowing generators want reliability and availability along with reductions in carbon emissions. It also mentions the turbine manufacturers' plans to invest in research and development (R&D) to speed the process of new product cycles.

The article discusses several aspects of success for power plants in the U.S. It mentions that developer expects their contractual threat of liquidated damages (LDs) to ensure project schedule and control. It also mentions that many plant managers who are well-equipped to tend an existing plant are expected to get overwhelmed in the commissioning phase by all reports, budgets, sparepart inventory, training programs, warranty issues, policy manuals, and start-fromscratch tasks he must tackle.

The article compares the aeroderivatives and reciprocating engines for fluctuating power demand. It mentions that the renewable generation is being installed to reduce the environmental footprint of power generation and mentions unburnt hydrocarbons (UHC) is considered as an additional contributor to greenhouse gas generation. It also mentions that Reciprocating internal combustion engines (RICE) produces more Carbon monoxide (CO) than aeroderivative options.