Industry: Power Generation

Recent developments in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), cloud computing, and other technologies are leading to rapid implementation in various industries around the world. These developments have only been possible due to recent increases in computing power and availability of vast datasets needed to train AI programs. This along with improved algorithms for training […]

Ammonia is mainly used in fertilizer production which represents ~70% of global ammonia demand. A rising population is expected to support consistent ammonia-based fertilizer demand growth in the medium term. Traditionally, ammonia has been produced via steam methane reforming (SMR) or auto-thermal refining (ATR) of methane gas which can emit 1.9 to 2.6 tons of […]

Traditional power plants produce a mix of toxic gases as they burn fuels such as coal and natural gas for power. These emissions include greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and acid rain-forming oxides of sulfur (SOx) and nitrogen (NOx). NOx can cause severe respiratory problems, stimulate algae growth in waterways decreasing water […]

At the 2024 ADI Forum, Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics, presented the energy transition outlook. Key topics included the persistent role of oil and gas, the impact of policies like the IRA on clean energy, and challenges in commercializing new technologies beyond just capital. Themes highlighted evolving energy economics, underestimation of risks by incumbents, and […]

At the 2024 ADI Forum, Brandon Schwertner, CEO, Priority Power, and Jane Zhang, Business Fellow, Breakthrough Energy, joined moderator Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics for the renewable power and energy storage panel. Key topics included energy demand moderation via efficiency gains, particularly in buildings, and a shift towards decarbonization and grid resiliency. The discussion also […]

The ripples in the global LNG markets induced by geopolitical conflict seemed to have died down and greater import and export capacity coupled with continued growth in the share of renewable energy will result in a relatively stable yet uncertain LNG market in 2024. Key trends to look out for include the following: Global LNG […]

The U.S. energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation leading to an impressive increase in capital expenditure (capex) in the utility sector. This upsurge in investment is fundamentally changing how energy is generated, transmitted, and consumed throughout the country. Several tailwinds are propelling the growth of capital investments in the utility sector in the U.S.: […]

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain momentum in reshaping the automotive landscape, it’s imperative to confront the practical challenges. The anticipated surge in EV adoption, projected to account for 33% to 50% of new car sales in the U.S. by 2030 (up from ~7% in 2022), raises critical concerns for the power grid. In 2022, EVs […]

Advancements in nuclear technology continue to shape the future of energy production, balancing the scales between safety, efficiency, and economic feasibility. In the previous blog post, we’ve delved into the realm of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Now, we turn our attention to one of the most promising innovations within this domain, the Stable Saltwater Reactors […]

As renewable energy capacity addition accelerates, the renewable energy credit (RECs) can play an important role. But what exactly is an REC and how does it work? RECs are tradable, non-tangible commodities or digital certificates that demonstrate that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity was generated from a renewable energy resource and then delivered to the […]

Over the past few decades, the buzz surrounding nuclear energy has subsided significantly. One of the primary reasons for this downturn is the public memory of catastrophic incidents like Fukushima and Chernobyl which have only further entrenched the perception that nuclear energy is risky. Additionally, the escalating total costs and construction schedule delays associated with […]

Last year, in June 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) could not force carbon dioxide emitters in the power sector to switch to clean energy. Rather, the agency could mandate emissions cuts based on technology that could be deployed “within the fenceline” of the power facilities. Earlier this month, […]