‘Landman’ Sparks Controversy Over Texas’ Renewable Energy
The reaction to the episode was so strong that Jeff Clark, president of Advanced Power Alliance, an organization that advocates for renewable energy like wind and solar that works with the State of Texas, made a comprehensive rebuttal.
Texas Could Become a Major Producer of Another Source of Renewable Energy
The Lone Star State already has an operational infrastructure for green hydrogen – a clean energy source made through electrolysis, a process that involves splitting water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen without producing harmful carbon emissions – according to Michael McElroy, a professor of environmental studies at Harvard University and author of the study. Green hydrogen has the potential to decarbonize up to 25% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
Georgia Power Says Data Center Growth Will Cause Electricity Demands to Triple in Next Decade
According to Georgia Power’s projections, the company’s projected 12,000 megawatts load growth will triple by the mid-2030, which is consistent with the state’s consistently upward trending economic prospects the company cites as it requests a significant expansion of its energy capacity.
The city of Lexington is actively investigating solar energy and its potential for Lexington while an internal group is also evaluating how city government is using solar now, and establishing priorities for the future, according to Mayor Kinda Gorton.
Trump’s Energy Agenda Can Make America Affordable Again
Energy is the lifeblood of the modern world, powering everything from our homes to our military. Without reliable fuel, our armed forces are left vulnerable. We need oil, gas, and nuclear power to keep our jets in the air, our ships at sea, and our bases operational. Electric vehicle technology may hold promise for the future, but it’s not ready to replace diesel tanks or gasoline-powered vehicles on the battlefield.
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