Major step for geothermal energy in Asia - Baseload Capital and Google forge corporate PPA
Long-term partnership to supply Google’s operations in Taiwan with clean, firm geothermal energy–setting a new standard for the tech industry. Global geothermal developer Baseload Capital and Google today announced the signing of the first corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA) for carbon-free geothermal energy in Taiwan. As AI and hyperscale data centers expand, so does the need for a reliable, always-on energy supply. Baseload’s geothermal solutions provide the stability needed to mee...
Fremont Township Awarded $600,000 for Renewable Energy Investment
Fremont Township in Saginaw County wins funding through Renewables Ready Communities Award by developing Eagle Creek Solar Project in partnership with EDP Renewables North America. Fremont Township, Saginaw County, Michigan, April 15, 2025 - EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) today celebrates Fremont Township, Michigan being awarded $600,000 through the “Renewables Ready Communities Award (RRCA)” from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). The RRC...
Rice and ExxonMobil collaborate to advance global sustainable energy research
Houston, Texas Master research agreement aims to ‘drive progress that benefits society’ HOUSTON – (April 14, 2025) – Rice University and ExxonMobil have entered into a master research agreement to collaborate on research initiatives focused on sustainable energy solutions. This landmark collaboration reflects their shared commitment to addressing global challenges in energy, climate and the environment while leveraging their unique expertise and coastal location in the heart of the worl...
Governor Hochul Announces New York Power Authority’s First Renewable Energy Project Under Expanded Authority
NYPA Takes 100% Ownership of 20 MW Somers Solar Project in Washington County Large-Scale Renewables Project to Create More Than 100 Union Jobs Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has acquired full ownership of a 20 megawatt (MW) solar energy generation project in the town of Fort Edward in Washington County. The Somers Solar project is the first to be acquired, owned and operated by the Power Authority under its expanded authority – signed in...
Siemens AG and Schneider Electric Take the Lead in ABI Research’s Software for Green Hydrogen Production Competitive Ranking
A new Competitive Ranking by global intelligence firm ABI Research finds that Siemens AG is the leading provider of software for green hydrogen production, narrowly beating Schneider Electric to the top spot overall, leading the market across innovation and implementation criteria. Companies assessed and ranked include: Market Leaders: Siemens AG, Schneider Electric Mainstream: ABB, AspenTech, Homer Energy Followers: Rockwell Automation, SLB, ZeroAvia “As green hydrogen production capaci...
Geothermal Energy Needs a New Narrative—Here’s How We Can Change It
Global renewable energy capacity must triple by 2030. To mobilize the geothermal sector, Kristina Hagström Ilievska calls for unity in a new report on geothermal communication. “We must reshape the narrative using storytelling and visuals to make geothermal appealing and simplify the message,” says Kristina. Geothermal could transform the energy transition, but many people don’t know much about it. This realization hit Kristina Hagström Ilievska, CMO at Baseload Capital, when she entered t...
Mammoet signs contract to support SeAH Wind with Hornsea 3 offshore wind project
SeAH Wind is pleased to announce the appointment of Mammoet, Glacier Energy, and Hutchinson Engineering as key subcontractors for the Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Project. With commercial production set to commence in the coming months, these subcontractors have been selected to support with the operational and logistical services within the 120-acre site located on the South Bank of Teesworks, UK. SeAH Wind will be supplying the monopile foundations for the Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Project, situa...
Wärtsilä introduces next-generation engine to balance renewables and improve power plant performance
Wärtsilä launches its next generation 46TS engine, which is designed to balance renewable energy, provide highly efficient baseload power, and can run on sustainable fuels in future. © Wärtsilä Wärtsilä 46TS engine provides improved output and efficiency to save fuel and costs, with future proof technology that can run on sustainable fuels HOUSTON, Texas – Technology group Wärtsilä launches today its next generation 46TS engine, which is designed to balance renewable energy, provide h...
U.S. Offshore Wind Faces Strong Gusts From Trump Executive Order; Shell Abandons Atlantic Shores Project
Summary Following President Trump's executive order targeting the development of offshore wind power, one major company has already scrapped its U.S. offshore wind plans. The executive order is a significant setback for the industry, which has already been suffering from high project development costs associated with construction and financing. This executive order dampens developer/investor confidence and creates uncertainty regarding the growth of offshore wind power in the U.S. in the ne...
NYPA Board of Trustees Approves Inaugural Strategic Plan for New Renewable Energy Generation in New York State
Renewables Strategic Plan Details First Tranche of Projects Across New York, Enough to Power 2.5 to 3 Million Homes Plan Stems From 2023-24 State Budget Enactment for Expanding NYPA’s Renewable Power Role WHITE PLAINS—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) Board of Trustees today approved its first strategic plan for expanding renewable energy resources in New York State to advance Governor Kathy Hochul’s nation-leading climate agenda. The NYPA Renewables Strategic Plan includes de...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
